DB LECTRO Inc. 3755 Place Java, Suite 140, Brossard Qc J4Y-0E4 tel:(450)-444-1424 fax:(450)-444-4714 www.dblectro.com Reed Sensors Reed Sensor Basics How does a Reed Sensor work? A Reed Sensor incorporates a Reed Switch inside a metal or plastic housing for better mechanical protection and easier mounting. Actuation principles for Reed Switches also apply to Reed Sensors. OFF ON Benefits › › › › › › Mechanically protected Wide range of housing types available No power supply required Not ESD sensitive Non-touch actuation permits smooth surfaces and modern design Various sensitivity ranges available We supply Reed Sensors to any requirement: for snap-fit or screw mounting, with special cable and connector etc. Magnet Applications Sensor 12 pic-gmbh.com Reed Sensors Snap-fit NE W ! Features › › › › Easily mountable and removable as no tools or screws required Small size Various sensitivity ranges available Customized types available MS-320 Contact form Contact rating max. A Switching current max. Switching voltage max. 11.0 7.0 10 W / VA A 0.7 VDC 180 VAC 130 Pull in range available AT 10-25 Operating temperature °C -20 to +85 UL / CSA / RoHS •/•/• Housing material PA66-GF Cable type AWG 22 200 20.0 6.0 2.0 Actuator MSM-320 Remanence Br mT 1190 Coercivity HcJ kA/m 1274 Energy product (BH) max. Magnetic moment M kJ/m³ 275 x10-5 Vs cm 2.4 °C -20 to +85 Operating temperature UL / CSA / RoHS -- / -- / • Housing material PA66-GF N S 11.0 7.0 20.0 6.0 2.0 Nominal values unless otherwise specified. AT ranges and characteristics stated for unmodified Reed Switches. Pls. refer page 22/23 for additional technical information. All dimensions in mm. pic-gmbh.com 13