High Wattage Reed Switch, HW-5052

📝Description

The HW-5052 High Wattage Reed Switch is engineered for robust performance, capable of reliably switching loads up to 120W. Its physical durability and versatility make it suitable for a wide range of high wattage applications, ensuring consistent operation even under demanding conditions.

Available in two types of contact ratings, the HW-5052 caters to diverse operational requirements, providing flexibility to match specific application needs. This capability extends its usability across various industries, from industrial machinery to elevator and hoist systems, where its ability to function Normally Closed with a biased magnet proves particularly advantageous.

Customizable to meet specific operational needs, the HW-5052 high wattage reed switch can incorporate close differential characteristics, enhancing precision in switch actuation. In addition to the standard Normally Open configuration, it is also available in Normally Closed or latching forms, offering versatility in application design and integration.

Compliant with environmental regulations, the HW-5052 high wattage Reed Switch is completely Lead-free and adheres to the RoHS directive, ensuring environmental responsibility in manufacturing and use. The cropped lead version of the HW-5052 is designed for compact installations within smaller plastic housings, supporting efficient integration and direct soldering onto cables for streamlined assembly processes.

These features collectively position the HW-5052 High Wattage Reed Switch as a reliable choice across industries such as industrial automation, automotive controls, and medical equipment. Its combination of high power handling capacity, customisable configurations, and environmental compliance ensures dependable performance and longevity in critical applications requiring robust switching solutions.

Magnets for Actuating Reed Switches and Reed Sensors

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Actuation Distances for HW-5052-L Reed Switch

For easy selection of AT band and Magnet for an application, we offer Actuation distances for the HW-5052-L Reed Switch in full length and Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024

⚡️Electrical

📊Miscellaneous

⚙️Ordering Code

HW-5052-(Contact Rating Code)-(Operate Band)-(Formation Code)

Examples: HW-5052-L-70-78 denotes 80W contact rating in 70-78 Operate Band (AT) band with Full Length leads. HW-5052-H-95-100-C denotes 120W Contact rating in 95-100 Operate Band (AT) with cropped leads.

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 high wattage Reed Switch. 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

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

Soldering of Reed Switches

Soldering Reed Switches and Reed Sensors requires meticulous handling to safeguard these delicate components against inadvertent damage. 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

Encapsulation and Potting

Encapsulation Nozzle When potting or encapsulating reed switch assemblies in custom housings, the choice of materials plays a critical 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 switch to a particular field, the following is a list of some of the applications that the HW-5052 High Wattage reed switch is known to perform well.

Automatic Gates Use Magnet Sensors for Motor Control

Automatic gates are a common feature in gated compounds, providing security and convenience. Traditionally, these gates are operated by Continue reading -> Sep 11, 2024

High Voltage Relays are Built with multiple Reed Switches

Within the power industry, a diverse array of high voltage reed relays serves crucial roles in signal and current switching across single Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024

Transformer Tap-changers Use Reed Switches

Within a transformer, a crucial component known as the tap changer serves to adjust the turn ratios, thereby altering the relationship Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024

Bridge control in Airports Use Magnet Sensors

In airports, as the boarding bridge approaches within a critical meter of the door, meticulous adjustments are necessary to ensure a Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024

Extensometers Use Reed Switches for Depth Checks

Deep excavations preceding construction projects require careful monitoring to ensure safety. Settlement depths must be observed before Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024

Fork Lifts and Hoists Use Magnet Sensors for End-position Sensing

The hydraulic pistons and cylinders that drive hoists and fork lifts rely on precise positioning for optimal performance. Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024

Elevator Circuits Use Latching Reed Switches for Floor Sensing

Elevators, or lifts, as they're known in some regions, are familiar fixtures in urban landscapes. While their electrical motors are Continue reading -> Sep 3, 2024