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Standex-Meder Electronics
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Standex-Meder Electronics
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STANDEX-MEDER ELECTRONICS UNVEILS KSK-1A35/1 REED SWITCH
The world’s smallest high-voltage switch
Standex-Meder Electronics, a leading manufacturer of sensors and magnetic components, announces the release
of the world’s smallest high-voltage switch: the KSK-1A35/1 miniature reed switch.
At a maximum glass length of 10.5 and an overall lead length of 34.5mm, the KSK-1A35/1 can work with
applications that may require the extra dimension of an ultra-miniature reed switch, while also providing an
operating sensitivity range of 20 to 35 Ampere-turns (AT). With outstanding electrical characteristics like a
switching voltage of up to 1000 volts of direct or alternating current, the KSK-1A35/1 is ideal for line or highvoltage applications. It’s hermetically sealed and can operate in temperatures ranging between -40C to 125C,
making it suitable for use in almost any environment.
The KSK-1A35/1 has flat surface mount leads, enabling paddle orientation and superior surface mount
behaviors. Its ruthenium contacts, which greatly contribute to longer life of the switch, are available in form 1A
(SPST) (normally open contact), center gap and typical operating and release times are 0.5 milliseconds and 0.2
milliseconds, respectively. The KSK-1A35 /1 reed switch operates for millions of reliable switching cycles over
its vast lifetime. It consumes no power, gives off zero emissions, and is REACH and RoHS compliant.
Applications are endless for KSK-1A35/1 miniature reed switches. They’re ideal for use within sensors;
examples of which include proximity sensors, presence sensors, rotation sensors, speed sensors, liquid level
sensors, and more. Movement detection, end limit detection, counting and many other functions are enabled by
this high-quality switch when used within reed sensors or reed relays. Reed switches are essential for solutions
required by a long list of industries, including Aerospace, Automotive, Household, Medical, and
Telecommunications.
Standex-Meder Electronics offers a wide range of reed switches, in addition to reed sensors, floats, and
magnetics. Standex-Meder specializes in customization, and the experts at Standex-Meder work directly
customers to discuss their specific sensor requirements to find the best solution for their applications.
About Standex-Meder Electronics
Standex-Meder Electronics is a worldwide market leader in the design, development and manufacture of
standard and custom electro-magnetic components, including magnetics products and reed switch-based
solutions.
Our magnetic offerings include planar, Rogowski, current, and low- and high-frequency transformers and
inductors. Our reed switch-based solutions include Meder, Standex and OKI brand reed switches, as well as a
complete portfolio of reed relays, and a comprehensive array of fluid level, proximity, motion, water flow,
HVAC condensate, hydraulic pressure differential, capacitive, conductive and inductive sensors.
We offer engineered product solutions for a broad spectrum of product applications in the automotive, medical,
test and measurement, military and aerospace, as well as appliance and general industrial markets.
Standex-Meder Electronics has a commitment to absolute customer satisfaction and customer-driven
innovation, with a global organization that offers sales support, engineering capabilities, and technical resources
worldwide.
Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, Standex-Meder Electronics has eight manufacturing facilities in six
countries, located in the United States, Germany, China, Mexico, the United Kingdom, and Canada.
For more information on Standex-Meder Electronics, please visit us on the web at www.standexmeder.com.