Magnetic Reed Switch

Magnetic Reed Switches commonly come as Single Pole Double Throw.

• Magnet close to unit connects the COM to Normally Closed (NC) terminal.
• Magnet pulled away from the unit connects the COM to Normally Open (NO) terminal.

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