| A Reed Sensor is an omnipolar, magnetically
activated switch, which means a magnet can
approach it from any angle, with either pole.
Several possible operating methods are shown
below.
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operating methods
- Perpendicular
Magnet Travel
- Parallel Magnet
Travel
- Nose-To-Nose
Activation
- Rotational Magnet
Travel
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Reed sensors |

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| Perpendicular Magnet Travel |
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This method maximizes air gap.
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Up to three operations possible with one magnet.
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Both ends of the magnet work equally well.
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| Rotational Magnet Travel |
Multi-pole ring magnets can be used to achieve a
larger number of operations per rotation.
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| Specifications subject to change without notice. |