Advantages of Reed Switches in Finished Product Designs

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The advantages of reed switches in finished product designs are many. The relatively low cost and simple operation of magnetic based reed switches allow for significant design flexibility.

In the fact, magnetic-based reed switches, either as bare reeds, reed switch sensors, or as reed switch/actuator sets, presents a number of unique advantages within finished product designs, including:

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• Simple and reliable reed switch sensing and actuation capabilities

• Low-profile designs offer ease of integration

• Requires zero power for operation

• Durability and performance over extended service life

• Low weight prevents mass loading of sensitive electronics

• Low price point per unit

• High performance with low overall cost of ownership

• Relative ease of customization.