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News Release from: Gentech International | Subject: Miniature PS5 Series positions sensors
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 21 August 2002
Position sensor is small, solid and
rugged
New miniature positions sensors with matching magnets are ideal for applications requiring a robust sensor for use in limited or awkward spaces.
New miniature PS5 Series positions sensors with matching magnets from switching, sensing and control solutions specialists Gentech International are ideal for applications requiring a robust sensor for use in limited or awkward spaces Available in two fuse style 'snap fit' versions, measuring either 31.75mm long or 25.4mm long by 6.16mm, the cylindrical package PS5 Series sensors feature reed switch reliability and are encapsulated in a 30% glass filled nylon housing, making them suitable for use in dirty, oily, greasy, wet and similarly harsh environments
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 2 Apr 2007 at 8.00am (UK)
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Gentech PS5 Series position sensors have an operating temperature range of -30degC to +130degC and a maximum contact rating of 500VDC, 250VAC, 1A, 15W.
Gentech also offer a comprehensive range of compatible magnets for sensor operation and provide full technical consultancy to support specific applications across their range of position, level and flow sensors, magnetic reed switches and reed relays.
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