R2 Standard size SMD Reed Sensor

Description

These R2 standard size SMD reed sensors are designed for carrying moderate current and have an SMD pitch which is slightly wider than the miniature size SMD reed sensor. As they are molded with pre-flattened leads, no shock is transferred into the device when SMD formation takes place. Various activating distances are available depending on the magnet and the AT band used. The sensors are tested 100% for operate and release AT, Contact Resistance and Variable Contact Resistance before packing. Being an omnipolar 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. All dimensions are in mm.

Cylindrical and Rectangular Magnets

Drawing of Cylindrical MagnetsDrawing of Rectangular Bar Magnets starFeaturesNdFeB High Energy. Nickel coated. Energized Continue reading -> Nov 18, 2020

Actuation Distances for R2 Reed Sensors

Operate and release distances for the R2 ultra-miniature reed sensor in the three lead formations and two standard AT bands when actuated Continue reading -> Oct 29, 2020

Electrical

Miscellaneous

Ordering Code

R2-(Formation Code)-(Operate Band Code)

Examples: R2-S-3 denotes R2 Reed Sensor with Gull wing SMD formed leads, in 20-25 Operate Band (AT). R2-1-F denotes R2 Reed Sensor with Low profile SMD formed Leads, in 10-15 Operate Band (AT).

Other Special Configurations: Lower Static Contact Resistance, Dynamic Contact Resistance Limit, Higher Insulation Resistance, Special Release Limits, Gold plated leads.

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 any application, it is important to select the correct Ampere Turn (AT) or magnetic sensitivity of a Reed Switch, Reed Sensor or Continue reading -> Aug 27, 2020

Product Handling

Reed Switch Handling Reed Switches, Reed Sensor and Magnet Sensors are sensitive devices that easily develop micro cracks in the glass Continue reading -> Aug 31, 2020

Reflow Soldering

Reflow Soldering is a process of automatically soldering multiple devices on a PCB. This is usually done after components are Continue reading -> Aug 28, 2020

Manual Soldering

Soldering of Reed Switches and Reed Sensors requires some care to ensure that these delicate devices are not inadvertently damaged. Damage Continue reading -> Nov 10, 2020

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

Reed Contact Protection Circuits

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 -> Aug 31, 2020

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 R2 Reed Sensor is known to perform well.

Float Switches in Portable Air Conditioners

Portable Cooler Air Conditioners remove heat and moisture from an occupied space thereby improving the comfort of the occupants. The Continue reading -> Mar 11, 2024

Reed Sensors in Hotel Security Card Readers

Hotel Keycard Slot In most hotels, the most secure method to prevent unauthorized entry and allow only the guest to enter a room is by Continue reading -> Nov 18, 2020

Reed sensors in Automobile Sun Visors

Automobile Sun Visor Automobiles are fitted with visors that can be swiveled downwards and outwards to block the sun from the driver or Continue reading -> Nov 7, 2020

Reed switches and Reed Sensors in Barcode Scanners

Barcode scanners in supermarkets can be clicked on to a docking system that is integrated with the check-out conveyor belt. This helps Continue reading -> Feb 28, 2024

Reed Switches in Exhaust Emissions Sensing

Automobile Exhaust Pollution, greenhouse gases and smog play a large role in global warming and it is most important to ensure that Continue reading -> Nov 7, 2020

Reed switches in Safety Vane applications

Conveyor Vane The automation industry depends on feeding systems which feed parts of different shapes into the assembly machine. The Continue reading -> Nov 7, 2020

Magnet Sensors in Treadmills

Treadmill Magnet Sensors find a few applications in treadmills for speed and gradient sensing. The speed of the belt is determined by Continue reading -> Feb 28, 2024

Reed Switches and Reed Sensors in Digital Fishing Reels

Fishing Gear Digital Fishing reels are an improvement over the standard, well-proven fishing reel and rod used for winding and stowing Continue reading -> Nov 7, 2020

Reed sensors for Tamper-proofing Electricity Meters

Electric Companies use electricity meters calibrated to measure 1 kilo-watt-hour and also measure maximum demand, which is the peak Continue reading -> Feb 29, 2024

Reed sensors in Accurate level sensing of fluids

Fuel Gauge In ships and yachts, it is not only necessary to monitor the exact volume of fuel, but also the volume of the sewage and the Continue reading -> Nov 7, 2020

Reed switches and Reed sensors in Pressure Gauges

Pressure Gauge A pressure gauge is an instrument used to display the pressure of a fluid. The most widely used type of pressure gauge Continue reading -> Nov 7, 2020

Reed sensors in Central Locking of Cars with Remote Keys

Automobile Key Central locking allows the driver or front passenger to simultaneously lock or unlock all the doors of an automobile. Continue reading -> Nov 7, 2020

Magnet sensors for Automobile Cruise Control

Cruise Control Cruise Control automatically controls the speed of a motor vehicle by adjusting the accelerator so that the driver need Continue reading -> Nov 7, 2020

Crash Sensors use Reed Switches for Deploying Airbags

Airbags triggered by Crash Sensors Statistics say almost 80% of automobiles use reed switch based crash sensors or safing sensors for Continue reading -> Mar 25, 2024

Dish Washer spray arm jam detection with Reed Sensors

Dishwasher The spray arms of a dish washer move axially in order to clean dishes and cutery by utilizing high pressure hot water and Continue reading -> Mar 1, 2024

Dish Washer and Washing Machine Fluid Level Sensing

Washing Machine Fluid Level Dish Washer models are equipped with smaller reservoirs for fluids such as detergents which are essential Continue reading -> Mar 12, 2024

Reed sensors and Magnet sensors in Commercial Coffee Machines

Coffee Machine Commercial coffee and tea vending machines are built with durability in mind as the number of cups served per day could Continue reading -> Mar 12, 2024

Notebook computers Sleep Functioning using Reed Sensors

Notebook Computer Notebook computers and Netbooks are part of personal life. Screen time on these devices is anywhere between 2 and 6 Continue reading -> Mar 9, 2024

Magnet sensors for Tension Monitoring in Coil Winders

Coil Winder Coil Winders help wind bobbins with Copper wire and these bobbins are used in various applications such as in reed relay Continue reading -> Mar 11, 2024