Reed Switches and Dynamic Contact Resistance
Dynamic contact resistance (DCR) testing measures reed switch performance to prevent premature failures, improve reliability, and ensure fault-free operation in critical applications.
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The Standex Detect blog provides in-depth insights into reed switches, relays, and sensor technologies that power innovation across industries. Here you’ll find technical expertise, product updates, and application examples designed to support engineers, designers, and decision-makers as they explore reliable solutions for detection challenges.
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Magnet Interaction Effects on Reed Switch Operation
Magnet interaction directly impacts reed switch operation by influencing magnetic flux lines and contact behaviour. Learn how magnet positioning and movement affect reliability in reed sensor applications.
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What are the Basic Principles of Magnet Interactions?
Magnet interactions define how reed switches open and close. Learn how magnet size, strength, orientation and placement impact switch activation and sensor performance.
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What is a Reed Switch and How Does It Work?
A reed switch is an electromechanical device with two ferromagnetic blades sealed in glass, enabling reliable switching in almost any environment and billions of operations across industries.
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SMD Reed Sensor Line-up Expands – New 6.4 mm Package
Standex Electronics expands its SMD reed sensor line-up with the MK31 series, the industry’s smallest 6.4 mm package. Designed for portable electronics and wearables, the MK31 delivers long life, low power consumption, and reliable performance in compact applications.
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Standex Reed Switches: The Ultimate Utility Player
Standex reed switches deliver unmatched durability and longevity, enabling reliable performance in relays, sensors and demanding applications across industries from automotive to utilities.
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High Voltage Isolation Relays for Use in Isolation Applications
Discover how high voltage isolation relays safeguard sensitive circuitry while delivering reliable performance across applications such as ATE, medical and EV systems.
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E-Car Isolation Measurement
Electric vehicles require reliable high-voltage isolation to ensure passenger safety and system stability. Standex reed relays provide high isolation, low power consumption, and long life for e-car isolation measurement.
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Smart Sensing in Our Wireless World
Smart sensing technologies are transforming home security and connected devices. Using reed switches, Hall sensors and current transformers, Standex delivers reliable, energy-efficient solutions that power modern wireless systems.
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Why Standex Detect Reed Switches
Standex Electronics reed switches deliver billions of reliable operations with no wearing parts. Hermetically sealed and customisable, they perform in the harshest environments across industries from automotive to medical.