Reed Switch, Reed Sensor and Magnet Glossary: Form C (Change-over)

by webmaster Nov 20, 2025

A Form C or Break Before Make type of reed contact is a change-over type of contact having three leads.

On actuation, the common lead makes breaks contact with the NC lead before making contact with the NO lead. This type of reed contact exhibits dwell.

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Break Before Make

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