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Magnetically Actuated Proximity Switches from Gems

By Design World Staff | April 9, 2009

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Gems® Sensors & Controls™ (Gems) announces the launch of a new line of magnetically actuated proximity switches for the most basic to the most complex customer applications.

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The PRX-100 Series is a line of high performance, moisture resistant proximity switches designed for use as a safety switch. Made from tough Noryl® material, the PRX-100 Series are UL 508 Listed, corrosion resistant, and have no standby power requirements or moving parts delivering a truly high performance switch. The PRX-100 is designed for long life and easy installation in a variety of applications including: industrial warewashers, equipment automation, medical instruments, and safety interlocks.

The Gems PRX-300 Series offers a line of cost effective, high performance, reed switch stress relief technology for use as safety switches. Made with a robust glass filled Nylon® housing, the proximity switches are naturally corrosion resistant and are UL pending with no standby power requirements or moving parts. The PRX-300 switches are designed for long lasting performance and are easy to install for a variety of applications including: security systems, door interlocks, safety interlocks, position indication, and equipment automation.

The PRX-XX Series offers a versatile line of low-cost proximity switches designed for dry applications. Constructed with robust housings made from ABS material, the PRX-XX Series has no standby power requirements and no moving parts. The switches are designed for long lasting performance and are easy to install for a variety of general purpose applications including: security systems, household appliances, and door interlocks.

www.GemsSensors.com


Filed Under: Sensors (proximity), Test + measurement • test equipment
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