Miniature Cylindrical Magnet Sensor, MS-214

📝Description

These miniature cylindrical magnet sensors are engineered to handle moderate loads effectively while maintaining a compact size, offering robustness against shock and vibration that exceeds that of ultra-miniature varieties. This makes them suitable for applications where durability and reliability are paramount without compromising on space constraints. Depending on the magnet type and AT band chosen, these sensors provide customizable activating distances, ensuring precise performance tailored to specific operational requirements.

To enhance versatility, this miniature cylindrical magnet sensor can be customized with non-standard connectors upon request, accommodating unique integration needs in various industrial and consumer electronics applications. Prior to shipment, each sensor undergoes thorough 100% testing to validate its performance across critical parameters including Operate AT, Release AT, Static Contact Resistance, and Variable Contact Resistance. This rigorous testing regime ensures that every sensor meets stringent quality standards, delivering consistent and dependable operation upon installation.

These Miniature Cylindrical sensors are particularly well-suited for pneumatic cylinder end position sensing applications, where their robust construction and reliable performance are essential. Their omni-polar capability allows activation by either a north pole, south pole, or both magnetic polarities, providing flexibility in magnet orientation to suit diverse application environments.

Engineers can optimize sensor functionality by selecting the appropriate AT band, magnet strength, and operating axis, thereby ensuring precise control over switching operations. This customisation helps prevent unintended switching events, restricting the sensor to a single operate and release cycle per activation and enhancing overall system reliability. Our actuation distance guides offer more information.

In summary, these miniature cylindrical sensors combine durability, compact design, and comprehensive testing to offer reliable switching solutions in demanding industrial and electronic applications. Their versatility and performance characteristics make them an ideal choice for applications where space efficiency, durability, and precise control are critical factors.

Magnets for Actuating Reed Switches and Reed Sensors

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Actuation Distances for MS-214 Cylindrical Sensor

Operate and release distances for the MS-214 ultra-miniature cylindrical sensor in the three standard AT bands when actuated (as shown in Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024

⚡️Electrical

📊Miscellaneous

⚙️Ordering Code

MS-214-(Operate Band Code)-(Cable Length in mm)-(Cable Termination Code)

Example: MS-214-2-600-T denotes MS-214 Magnet Sensor in 15-20 Operate Band (AT), with 600 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 for your Application

Selecting the appropriate Ampere Turn (AT) or magnetic sensitivity for a Reed Switch, Reed Sensor, or Magnet Sensor is crucial in any Continue reading -> Jul 24, 2024

Effects of Temperature on Reed Switches and Magnets

The typical operating temperature range for reed contacts spans from -40°C to +200°C, but abrupt temperature changes can potentially Continue reading -> Jul 24, 2024

Handling of Reed Switches

Handling of Reed Switches Reed Switches, Reed Sensors, and Magnet Sensors are delicate devices prone to developing micro cracks in Continue reading -> Jun 17, 2024

Ferro-magnetic Parts

Reed Switches utilize a nickel-iron alloy, sputter coated with additional Ruthenium to render it ferromagnetic while maintaining low Continue reading -> Jun 17, 2024

Cable Handling

Magnet Sensor Cable Handling When integrating Reed Switches soldered to cables or using off-the-shelf Magnet Sensors with cables, Continue reading -> Jun 17, 2024

Protection Circuits for Reed Switches

It is assumed that the ideal reed switch load is a Resistive Load, but it is almost impossible to reduce any load to purely resistive. Continue reading -> Jun 17, 2024

🧰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-214 Magnet Sensor is known to perform well.

Multiport Valves in Swimming Pools Use Reed Switches

Swimming pool filtration systems rely on multiport valves to manage various water treatment cycles, including filtration, backwash, Continue reading -> Nov 23, 2024

Reed Switches in Pneumatic Pick and Place Robots

In modern manufacturing, pick-and-place robots equipped with pneumatic grippers are essential for feeding parts from vibratory bowl Continue reading -> Nov 9, 2024

Keycard Readers Use Reed Sensors to Authorise Entry

In hotels, ensuring the security of guest rooms while allowing convenient access is paramount. Keycard readers, pre-programmed by hotel Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024

Sun Visor Vanity mirrors use Reed Sensors

Automobiles are equipped with sun visors designed to shield drivers and passengers from the sun's glare. These visors often feature a Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024

Control of Automobile Sunroofs Using Reed Switches

An automotive sunroofs, typically constructed from tinted glass, serve as a movable panel that offers the flexibility to be fully or Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024

End position sensing on Pneumatic Cylinders Using Reed Sensors

Numerous pieces of equipment in industrial automation rely on compressed air, including pneumatic cylinders, pistons, linear slides, and Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024

Bicycle and E-bike Speedometers Use Magnet Sensors

Fitness enthusiasts rely on accurate feedback to track their progress and performance metrics, whether it's calorie burn, distance Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024

Fishing Reels Sense “Bites” Using Reed Sensors

Electric Fishing reels represent a technological leap forward from traditional fishing gear, offering enhanced functionality and Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024

Blowers Use Reed Switches to detect drop in Flow-rate

Blowers, also known as centrifugal fans, find extensive application across various fields for air or gas movement, serving purposes Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024

Anemometers Use Magnet Sensors record Data

Anemometers serve as indispensable tools for measuring wind speed, pivotal in a wide array of applications including weather forecasting Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024

Underwater currents in Lakes measured using Flow Meters

The dynamics of underwater currents in lakes and other aquatic ecosystems are influenced by a multitude of factors, ranging from Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024

Seat belt lock sensing Using Reed Sensors

Seat belts serve as crucial safety devices in vehicles, protecting occupants from potentially harmful movements during collisions or Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024

Magnet Sensors in Door position sensing for Home Appliances

The proliferation of essential home appliances like refrigerators, washing machines,washers, and dryers highlights the increasing Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024