Magnasphere Corp
Magnasphere Corp manufactures patented magnetic switch technology that replaces vulnerable reed switches, offering tamper-resistant security sensors trusted by the U.S. Department of Defense, Homeland Security, and commercial applications.
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Magnasphere Corp has developed the patented, award-winning Magnasphere switch technology that replaces decades-old, vulnerable magnetic reed switches used in security systems. The Magnasphere switch uses a magnet ball inside the contact that operates within a defined activation zone, providing superior security against magnetic tampering.
Unlike reed switches which activate within a broad zone, Magnasphere switches respond only within a restricted zone and only to correctly oriented magnets. This technology overcomes the inherent weaknesses of reed switches (fragility, magnetic tamper susceptibility, size) while retaining beneficial characteristics like non-contact actuation and sealed contacts.
- Normally Open and Normally Closed magnetic switches
- Robust all-metal construction
- Magnetic tamper and power surge welding resistance
- Trusted by U.S. State Department, Department of Defense, and Homeland Security
Frequently Asked Questions
- How does Magnasphere technology differ from reed switches?
- Magnasphere switches use a magnet ball that operates within a defined activation zone, responding only to correctly oriented magnets, unlike reed switches which activate within a broad zone and are susceptible to magnetic tampering.
- What applications use Magnasphere switches?
- Magnasphere switches are used in residential, commercial, industrial, and government security applications, including installations for the U.S. Department of Defense, Homeland Security, and the Library of Congress.
- Are Magnasphere switches tamper-resistant?
- Yes, Magnasphere switches resist magnetic tampering and power surge welding, providing superior security compared to traditional reed switches.
- What switch configurations are available?
- Magnasphere offers both Normally Open and Normally Closed switches with robust all-metal construction, various actuation zones, and operating temperature ranges.
