Reed sensors in weather proof electronics
The IP67 Code or the International Protection Marking states standards for weather proof electrical and electronic enclosures to ensure that they withstand sweat, fingerprints, dust and water. This is also a certification standard that helps users be very sure about the extent their mobile devices can be used in moisture or water. Such enclosures are IP67 rated, and devices such as smart phones, music players, and others need to use special buttons which work reliably even under water.
Since IP67 rated housings are sealed off from the atmosphere, Reed Switches and Reed Sensors, which are hermetically sealed, are the ideal solution as they can be mounted inside the enclosure, free from the external water and dirt. A tiny sliding or push mounted magnet on the outside of the housing can be fitted to trigger them. These kinds of reed switches are also used in underwater cameras and flashes
Application Classification
Applications are classified as Position Sensing, Pulse Counting, Electromagnetic or Relay, Temperature Sensing or Magnet Biasing types. This application is classified as follows and the link gives more information on best practices to help select the most suitable AT band and matching magnet.
Position sensing Type
 | Position Sensing type application When an application requires the end position of a movement sensed, or the sensing of a part when it Continue reading Nov 7, 2020 |
Recommended Products
The Reed Switches and Sensors used in such applications need to be robust, durable and efficient in meeting a high life expectancy. Our engineers work hard in life testing our products under various conditions, and our intention is to ensure end product durability and life. Although we wouldn’t want to restrict any of our products for use in only certain applications, the recommended products for use in this application are listed below.
R5 Ultra-Miniature SMD Reed Sensor
 | These SMD Ultra-Miniature Reed Sensors are designed for signal switching applications and have a size advantage over the standard size SMD Continue reading Jun 7, 2021 |
R4 Ultra-miniature SMD Reed Sensor
 | These R4 ultra-miniature SMD reed sensors are designed for signal switching applications and have a size advantage over the standard size Continue reading Jun 4, 2021 |
RM-1318 Reduced Miniature Reed Switch
 | The RM-1318 Reduced Miniature reed switches are designed for applications where a size restriction is present, but a higher Contact Continue reading Nov 8, 2022 |
MO-1422 Miniature Off-Centre Contact Reed Switch
 | This MO-1422 Miniature Off-Centre Contact Form A type Reed Switch is designed for highly sensitive magnet applications when the Continue reading Dec 2, 2020 |