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 reed sensor. As they are molded with pre-flattened leads, no shock is transferred into the device when SMD formation takes place. Various actuating distances are available depending on the magnet and the AT band used. These Ultra-Miniature Reed Sensors are tested 100% for Operate AT, Release AT, Static Contact Resistance and Variable Contact Resistance before packing. 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. All dimensions are in mm.

Actuation Distances for R5 Ultra-miniature Reed Sensors

Operate and release distances for the R5 ultra-miniature reed sensor in the two lead formations and two standard AT bands when actuated Continue reading -> Jun 4, 2021

Cylindrical and Rectangular Magnets

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

Electrical

Miscellaneous

Ordering Code

R5-(Formation Code)-(Operate Band Code)

Examples: R5-S-1 denotes Gull-wing SMD version in 7-12 Operate Band (AT). R5-J-2 denotes J-Lead Formed SMD Lead version in 12-17 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 R5 Ultra-Miniature Reed Sensor. 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 of usage, the following is a list of some of the applications that the R5 Ultra-Miniature Reed Sensor is known to perform well in.

Reed switches and Reed Sensors in Portable Defibrillators

Defibrillator Defibrillation is a treatment for life-threatening cardiac arrhythmia, or irregular heart beat. This condition is also Continue reading -> Nov 6, 2020

Reed sensors for detecting Ignition Key

Automobile Key The Ignition key on an automobile comes in two types, a manual key or a start button as is the case in the newer Continue reading -> Nov 7, 2020

Reed Sensors in Pediatric Feeding tubes

Pediatric Feeding Tube Pediatric Feeding tubes are used by nursing homes and hospitals on babies and young children, in an intensive Continue reading -> Nov 6, 2020

Reed Sensors in Electric Car Chargers

Electric Car Charging Station Electrical cars are designed to have a range of 250-300 kilometers on a full charge. To ensure that the Continue reading -> Nov 7, 2020

Reed Switches and Reed sensors in Canal Hearing Aids

In-canal Hearing Aid As widely known, Hearing Aids are devices designed to improve hearing by making sound audible to a person with Continue reading -> Nov 6, 2020

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 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 in Domestic Coffee Machines

Domestic Coffee Machine Coffee Machines brew coffee when the user adds water, coffee powder and milk. Intelligent coffee machines such Continue reading -> Nov 6, 2020

Reed sensors in weather proof electronics

IP67 certified Smart phone The IP67 Code or the International Protection Marking states standards for weather proof electrical and Continue reading -> Nov 6, 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

Reed switches in Vagus Nerve Stimulators

Vagus Nerve Stimulator The Vagus nerve in the neck is one of the primary communication lines to the brain. For patients with epilepsy Continue reading -> Nov 6, 2020

Reed switches and Reed sensors in Pacemakers

Pacemaker Artificial pacemakers are implantable devices that generate electrical impulses to the heart, to contract the muscles and Continue reading -> Nov 6, 2020