Tutorials - Audio Version

3-D Magnetic Mapping

Magnet Interactions

Latching Sensors & Relays

Liquid Level Sensing

Reed, Hall & EM Overview

Reed Switch Technology

Reed Relay as RF Switch

Mini-Glossary

Form A = normally open contact (N. O.)
Form B = normally closed contact (N.C.)
Form C = change over contact (S.P.D.T.)
Form E = Bistable / Latching
AT = Ampere Turns; Parameter that describes magnetic sensitivity.

Reed Switch Resources

Basic Reed Switch
General function and description of Reed Switches.

Electrical Parameters
Basis electrical characteristics of Reed Switches.

Handling Precautions
Proper switch handling techniques and load precautions.

Life Test Data
View life test data for Reed Switches.

Magnetic Field Strength
Ampere Turns (AT) vs. milliTesla (mT).

Magnetic Operation
See how reed switches operate using different magnet positions and motion.

Reed Switch Applications
Reed Switch used in Reed Relays.

Switching Load Precautions
Load switching and contact protection.

Technology Comparison
View a comparision between Reed Switches and micro switches.

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