MS-212 Ultra-miniature Cylindrical Sensor

Description

These ultra-miniature cylindrical magnet sensors are suitable for low level switching applications, and have a size advantage over the other cylindrical sensors. Various activating distances are available depending on the magnet and the AT band used. This sensor can be supplied with non-standard connectors on request. All sensors are tested 100% for operate and release AT, Contact Resistance and Variable Contact Resistance before packing. Cylindrical sensors can be used in pneumatic cylinder end position sensing applications. Being an omni-polar device, this sensor can be actuated with either a north pole or a south pole or both. Choosing the right AT band, magnet strength, and operating axis, will restrict the number of operates and releases to one.

Cylindrical and Rectangular Magnets

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Actuation Distances for MS-212 Cylindrical Sensor

Operate and release distances for the MS-212 ultra-miniature cylindrical sensor in the two standard AT bands when actuated (as shown in Continue reading -> Sep 13, 2023

Electrical

Miscellaneous

Ordering Code

MS-212-(Operate Band Code)-(Cable Length in mm)-(Cable Termination Code)

Example: MS-212-1-500-T denotes MS-212 Magnet Sensor in 10-15 Operate Band (AT), with 500 mm cable length and Tinned Cable ends.

Other Special Configurations: Lower Static Contact Resistance, Dynamic Contact Resistance Limit, Special Release Limits.

Usage Notes

Here are some of the recommended usage notes to ensure maximum durability of this product. The complete usage notes are available here.

Ampere Turn Selection

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Effects of Temperature

The normal operating temperature range for a reed contact is -40°C to +200°C, but too steep a rise or drop in temperature may Continue reading -> Aug 27, 2020

Product Handling

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Ferro-magnetic parts

Reed Switches use an alloy of Nickel and Iron with a few other elements that make the alloy Ferro-magnetic and having a low Remanence. Continue reading -> Sep 4, 2019

Cable Handling

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Reed Contact Protection Circuits

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Applications

Although we can never restrict the use of a reed sensor to a particular field, the following is a list of some of the applications that the MS-212 Magnet Sensor is known to perform well.

Reed sensors for detecting Ignition Key

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Reed Sensors in Pediatric Feeding tubes

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Reed Sensors in Hotel Security Card Readers

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Reed sensors in Automobile Sun Visors

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Reed switches in Lightsabers

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Reed sensors to control Automobile Sun-roofs

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Magnet sensors in Musical Greeting Cards

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Reed sensors in Radio-controlled Gliders and model Airplanes

Model Airplane Radio controlled aircrafts, gliders and helicopters come in various sizes from simple ones with few controls to more Continue reading -> Nov 7, 2020

Reed switches and Reed sensors in Lap counter in slot car racing tracks

Slot Car Racing Slot car racing (also called slot racing) is a competitive hobby of racing with powered miniature autos which are Continue reading -> Nov 7, 2020

Reed switches and Reed sensors in Spirometers

Spirometer for Lung Function Testing A Lung function test or Pulmonary Function test, PFT for short, is a system to evaluate the Continue reading -> Nov 6, 2020

Miniature Reed sensors in activating Dentist’s Drill

Denstist's Drill A dental drill or hand-piece is a hand-held, mechanical instrument used to perform a variety of common dental Continue reading -> Nov 6, 2020