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  • PIC - SWITCHING THE SMART WAY

  • SENSOR TECHNOLOGY

    Welcome to PIC – your reliable partner for Reed- and Hall-based sensor solutions. Founded over 45 years ago, we are one of the today’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of Reed Switches and Sensor Technology

      • REED SWITCHES

      • The Reed Switch, also known as Reed Contact or Magnetic Contact, is the ideal component for non-touch switching.

        It is most economic switching component, handling loads from signal load up to 250 W in a wide range of applications.

          • MICRO REED SWITCHES

          • Micro Reed Switches are particularly small and are mainly used in the fields of medical technology and small-scale applications.

            Advantages

            • Smallest size allows usage in hearing aids and implantable medical technology
            • Normally open (Form A) and Change Over (Form C) versions available
            • Individual sensitivity ranges selectable

          • STANDARD REED SWITCHES

          • Standard Reed Switches have a glass body length of about 10 mm to 20 mm. They reach an extremely long lifetime (lots of switching cycles) and high reliability at a reasonable price. Therefore they are used in applications with very high quantities, e.g. in the household appliances or automotive industry.

            Advantages

            • Highest reliability and long life for demanding applications in automotive or white goods industry
            • Small size
            • Attractively priced
            • Form A and Form C
            • Various sensitivity ranges available

          • POWER REED SWITCHES

          • With Power Reed Switches, high loads can be switched directly, even with critical loads up to 250 watts and 5 amperes. They are available as Normally Open contacts (Form A) and Changeover Contacts (Form C) and are mainly used for industrial applications.

            Advantages

            • Power switching at low cost; contact ratings up to 250W and 5A
            • Perfectly suited for industrial applications
            • Form A and Form C
            • Various sensitivity ranges available

          • SPECIAL REED SWITCHES

          • By Special Reed Switches we mean unusual Reed Switches, for example, ones with a very high breakdown voltage or bistable (also called "Latching" or "Form E") Reed Switches. These are pre-adjusted or pre-tensioned using an attached magnet. They keep their switching status even after the corresponding magnet or magnetic field is removed.

            Advantages

            • Latching Switches
            • Breakdown voltage up to 15,000 VDC
            • Reed Switches for High frequency circuits
            • Various sensitivity ranges available

        • SMD REED SWITCHES

        • SMD Reed Switches are the cost-effective solution for automated PCB assembly, available in tape & reel packaging. Choose from over 20 models and three contact forms!

          Of course, we also offer our SMD reed switches already assembled on individually printed circuit boards - according to your specifications. Our Reed Chains enable individual level sensing solutions.

            • S-SERIES

            • The S-Series SMD Reed Switches are our most cost-effective Reed Switches for automatic assembly. They are designed for assembly in a PCB cut-out and thus reduce the overall height by almost 50%.

              Advantages

              • Most economic Reed Switches for automated assembly
              • Assembly in PCB cut-out reduces height above PCB by approx. 50%
              • Various sensitivity ranges available

            • T-SERIES

            • The T-Series SMD Reed Switches are an inexpensive alternative to over-moulded Reed Switches. The design with welded-on cylinders ensures the best stability of the Reed Contact on the PCB and thus high process reliability during automatic assembly. Usually, no re-design of an already existing PCB is necessary!

              Advantages

              • Attractively priced alternative to over-moulded Reed Switches
              • No PCB redesign required since direct substitute for over-moulded competitors types
              • Various sensitivity ranges available

            • F-SERIES

            • The F-Series SMD Reed Switches are so-called gullwing types and directly replace various competitors switches without the need of changing the circuit board.

              Advantages

              • Direct replacement for other Gullwing type SMD Reed Switches
              • Usually, no PCB re-design needed
              • Suitable for automated pick & place and soldering processes

            • Z-SERIES

            • The Z-Series SMD Reed Switches are designed to be "inserted" into a circuit board cut-out. This results in a particularly low overall height above the PCB, in the case of the PMC-0701Z only 0.45 mm. Inserting the reed switch into the circuit board cut-out provides improved mechanical protection for the glass body.

              Advantages

              • Designed to lay in a PCB cut out
              • Smallest height over PCB with only 0.45 mm for PMC-0701Z
              • Height over PCB up to 1 mm lower than equivalent S-Series product
              • Improved mechanical protection for the glass body

            • TH-SERIES

            • The TH-Series SMD Reed Switches are housed for improved mechanical protection. Like the T-Series, they are mounted on stable cylinders to ensure the highest possible process reliability in automatic assembly. They are available in four different pitch sizes from 8.9 mm to 18.2 mm, but of course, we also develop customized versions.

              Advantages

              • Four sizes available, pitch 8.9 mm - 18.2 mm
              • No PCB redesign required since direct substitute for over-moulded competitors types
              • Various sensitivity ranges available

            • FH-SERIES

            • The FH-Series SMD Reed Switches are so-called gullwing types in a housing, which results in improved mechanical protection. Normally no PCB redesign is necessary for these products. They are suitable for automatic assembly and are the ideal economical alternative to Hall ICs.

              Advantages

              • Housed switching element for improved mechanical protection
              • Direct replacement for other over-moulded Gullwing type SMD Reed Switches
              • Usually, no re-design of the PCB needed
              • Perfect economic alternative to hall ICs
              • Suitable for automated pick & place and soldering processes

            • REED CHAINS

            • Reed Chains allow simple and effective continuous measuring of liquid levels.

              Reed Switches and resistors are mounted onto a PCB. This PCB, now called Reed Chain, is inserted into a long stem and a matching Float is moving up and down the stem, according to the liquid level. With the Magnet inside the float switching the Reed Switches on and off the total resistance changes. This change in resistance gives easy, seamless and continuous level information.

              Advantages

              • Reliable level signal
              • Individual level scaling possible
              • Customer-specific and very cost-effective solution for liquid level control using Reed technology

          • REED SENSORS

          • A Reed Sensor contains a Reed Switch which is firmly encapsulated in a metal or plastic housing; for better mechanical protection and easier assembly. Numerous housing variants are available, individual housings according to customer requirements are possible. Matching housed actuating magnets are also available!

              • FLATPACK REED SENSORS

              • Our Flatpack Reed Sensors are easily assembled in the end product through screws. All our sensors are delivered with 300 mm or 500 mm cable length as a standard - simple configure your specific solution here. Suitable magnets for each sensor are also available.

                Advantages

                • Simple screw mounting
                • Mains voltage variants, normally closed and changeover contacts available
                • Adjustable switching point
                • Choose from various magnetic sensitivity ranges

              • THROUGH HOLE REED SENSORS

              • THT Reed sensors are Reed Switches in a housing, ready for THT PCB assembly. Available in pitch length from 10.16 to 20.32 mm and as Normally Closed, Change Over and bistable versions.

                Advantages

                • Housed Reed Switch for increased mechanical protection
                • Pitch range from 10.16 to 20.32 mm
                • Customized versions available

              • TUBULAR REED SENSORS

              • Tubular Reed Sensors allow the smallest design of a sensor. In most cases, these sensors are clipped or glued into a holder. Of course, mains voltage variants, normally closed and changeover contacts are also available and designs can be realised completely according to customer specifications.

                Advantages

                • Ultra Miniature sizes
                • Mains voltage variants, normally closed and changeover contact available
                • Various magnetic sensitivity classes

              • TUBULAR THREADED REED SENSORS

              • By using housing with external thread, these sensors can be precisely positioned and adjusted within the application. Materials from PA to nickel-plated brass offer both inexpensive and lightweight as well as very stable and robust sensor solutions. As standard, we offer thread sizes from M5 to M12 to cover a wide range of applications.

                Advantages

                • Adjustable switching point
                • Housing material: PA and brass, nickel-plated
                • Replaces numerous competitor types
                • Mains voltage variants, normally closed and changeover contact available
                • Various magnetic sensitivity classes

              • PRESS-FIT REED SENSORS

              • Press-fit Reed Sensors are pressed in through a predefined opening and clamp themselves in the end position. Frontal actuation enables seamless integration between Reed Sensor, Magnet and frame or surface - almost invisible!

                Advantages

                • Easy press-in assembly and replacement without tools and screws
                • Magnetic pole independent actuation
                • Virtually invisible installation
                • N/O contact (Form A), N/C contact (Form B) and changeover contact (Form C) available
                • Customized versions available

              • SNAP-FIT REED SENSORS

              • Snap-fit Reed Sensors are mounted in the housing of the application via a snap-in lug and a corresponding holder. This eliminates the need for a tool and simplifies future installation, removal or replacement.

                Advantages

                • Simple snap-in mounting
                • Compact dimensions
                • Customized versions available
                • N/O contact (Form A), N/C contact (Form B) and changeover contact (Form C) available

            • HALL SENSORS

            • In rare cases, certain applications require higher switching frequencies and therefore longer lifetimes than normal Reed Sensor or Reed Switch solutions can cover. For this reason, we have developed a series of Hall Sensors in cooperation with a well-known Hall chip manufacturer.

              Of course, like all PIC sensor solutions, they can be modified to meet your specific requirements regarding housing, cabling, connection and more.

                • FLATPACK HALL SENSORS

                • Our Flatpack Hall Sensors can be easily assembled in the end product by using screws. The ideal actuation point is marked on the housing and the placement of the Hall element in the housing can be individually configured!

                  Advantages

                  • Compact housing
                  • Marking of the ideal sensing point
                  • Two- and three-wire versions
                  • Simple screw mounting
                  • Customer-specific versions and alternative chip position in the package possible
                  • Ideal for automation projects thanks to a supply voltage of up to 24 V

                • TUBULAR THREADED HALL SENSORS

                • By using housing with external thread, these sensors can be finely positioned and adjusted in the application. Nickel-plated brass as housing material and diameters of M10 and M12 are particularly suitable for demanding environments that require a robust and durable sensor solution.

                  Advantages

                  • Extremely rugged housing for demanding environmental conditions
                  • Switching point fine adjustable by screw mounting
                  • Ideal control from front/front
                  • Robust wiring with jacket cable
                  • Ideal for automation projects thanks to a supply voltage of up to 24 V

                • FLANGE MOUNT HALL SENSORS

                • Flange-mounted Hall Sensors are assembled safely and quickly by using two screws. Due to the ultra-flat housing with an overall height of only 3 mm, they are particularly suitable where minimum switching distances or limited space is required.

                  Advantages

                  • Ultra-compact housing
                  • Flattest sensor design
                  • Two- and three-wire versions
                  • Various magnetic sensitivities

              • TMR SENSORS - THE NEXT GENERATION OF SENSOR TECHNOLOGY

              • PIC TMR Sensors are characterised by ultra-low power consumption combined with maximum magnetic sensitivity. This makes even large switching distances or the use of miniature magnets possible. Our TMR sensors are available as bipolar and omnipolar versions in three different housing shapes.

                Individual housing shapes or other modifications are possible on request as usual.

                  • FLATPACK TMR SENSORS

                  • Our Flatpack TMR Sensors can be easily assembled in the end product by using screws. The ideal actuation point is marked on the housing and the placement of the TMR element in the housing can be configured individually .

                  • FLANGE MOUNT TMR SENSORS

                  • Flange-mounted TMR Sensors are assembled safely and quickly by using two screws. Due to the ultra-flat housing with an overall height of only 3 mm, they are particularly suitable where minimum switching distances or limited space is required.

                  • TUBULAR THREADED

                  • By using housing with external thread, these sensors can be finely positioned and adjusted in the application. Nickel-plated brass as housing material and diameters of M10 and M12 are particularly suitable for demanding environments that require a robust and durable sensor solution.

                • MAGNETS

                • Matching Magnets for your sensor solutions

                    • MSM-2210M

                    • M10 Housing

                      • Remanence: 1105 m/T
                      • Coercivity HCB: 836 kA/m
                      • Coercivity HCJ: 1274 kA/m
                      • Energy Product: 235 kJ/m³
                      • Magnetic Moment: 43.6 x 10-5 Vs cm
                      • Operating Temperature: -20 to +85°C
                      • Housing Material: Nickel plated brass

                    • MSM-2212M

                    • M12 Housing

                      • Remanence: 1105 m/T
                      • Coercivity HCB: 836 kA/m
                      • Coercivity HCJ: 1274 kA/m
                      • Energy Product: 235 kJ/m³
                      • Magnetic Moment: 43.6 x 10-5 Vs cm
                      • Operating Temperature: -20 to +85°C
                      • Housing Material: Nickel plated brass

                    • MSM-225

                    • M5 Housing

                      • Remanence: 1105 m/T
                      • Coercivity HCB: 836 kA/m
                      • Coercivity HCJ: 1274 kA/m
                      • Energy Product: 235 kJ/m³
                      • Magnetic Moment: 1.21 x 10-5 Vs cm
                      • Operating Temperature: -20 to +85°C
                      • Housing Material: Nickel plated brass

                    • MSM-226M

                    • M6 Housing

                      • Remanence: 1105 m/T
                      • Coercivity HCB: 836 kA/m
                      • Coercivity HCJ: 1274 kA/m
                      • Energy Product: 235 kJ/m³
                      • Magnetic Moment: 14.6 x 10-5 Vs cm
                      • Operating Temperature: -20 to +85°C
                      • Housing Material: Nickel plated brass

                    • MSM-228

                    • M8 Housing

                      • Remanence: 1190 m/T
                      • Coercivity HCB: 828 kA/m
                      • Coercivity HCJ: 1274 kA/m
                      • Energy Product: 275 kJ/m³
                      • Magnetic Moment: 1.50 x 10-5 Vs cm
                      • Operating Temperature: -20 to +85°C
                      • Housing Material: PA 6.6

                    • MSM-228M

                    • M8 Housing

                      • Remanence: 1190 m/T
                      • Coercivity HCB: 828 kA/m
                      • Coercivity HCJ: 1274 kA/m
                      • Energy Product: 235 kJ/m³
                      • Magnetic Moment: 25.5 x 10-5 Vs cm
                      • Operating Temperature: -20 to +85°C
                      • Housing Material: Nickel plated brass

                    • MSM-2431

                    • Press-fit Housing

                      • Remanence: 1190 m/T
                      • Coercivity HCB: 870 kA/m
                      • Coercivity HCJ: 1350 kA/m
                      • Energy Product: 275 kJ/m³
                      • Magnetic Moment: 10 x 10-5 Vs cm
                      • Operating Temperature: -20 to +85°C
                      • Housing Material: PA66

                    • MSM-313

                    • Miniature Flatpack

                      • Remanence: 1395 m/T
                      • Coercivity HCB: 955 kA/m
                      • Coercivity HCJ: 1353 kA/m
                      • Energy Product: 378 kJ/m³
                      • Magnetic Moment: 0.3 x 10-5 Vs cm
                      • Operating Temperature: -20 to +85°C
                      • Housing Material: ABS

                    • MSM-320

                    • Snap-fit Housing

                      • Remanence: 1190 m/T
                      • Coercivity HCB: 828 kA/m
                      • Coercivity HCJ: 1512 kA/m
                      • Energy Product: 275 kJ/m³
                      • Magnetic Moment: 2.40 x 10-5 Vs cm
                      • Operating Temperature: -20 to +85°C
                      • Housing Material: PA-GF

                    • MSM-324

                    • Standard Flatpack

                      • Remanence: 1105 m/T
                      • Coercivity HCB: 836 kA/m
                      • Coercivity HCJ: 1274 kA/m
                      • Energy Product: 235 kJ/m³
                      • Magnetic Moment: 3.5 x 10-5 Vs cm
                      • Operating Temperature: -20 to +85°C
                      • Housing Material: ABS

                    • MSM-328

                    • Standard Flatpack

                      • Remanence: 1105 m/T
                      • Coercivity HCB: 836 kA/m
                      • Coercivity HCJ: 1274 kA/m
                      • Energy Product: 235 kJ/m³
                      • Magnetic Moment: 3.5 x 10-5 Vs cm
                      • Operating Temperature: -20 to +85°C
                      • Housing Material: PA-GF

                    • MSM-332

                    • Standard Flatpack

                      • Remanence: 1105 m/T
                      • Coercivity HCB: 836 kA/m
                      • Coercivity HCJ: 1274 kA/m
                      • Energy Product: 235 kJ/m³
                      • Magnetic Moment: 4.1 x 10-5 Vs cm
                      • Operating Temperature: -20 to +85°C
                      • Housing Material: ABS

                    • PIC-SM115153

                    • Standard spoke magnet for all PIC E-Bike Sensors

                       

                  • LEVEL SENSORS AND FLOATS

                  • Level Sensors are also known as "Float Switches". We use this term to describe Reed Sensors for level monitoring where the magnet (in a float) is installed together with the Sensor to form one unit. These are available as normally open (Form A) and normally closed (Form B) depending on the version. Customer-specific dimensions and several switching points can also be realised.

                      • PLS-PP LEVEL SENSORS

                      • Our PLS-PP Level Sensors are available as a standard with 20 mm, 31 mm, 41 mm, and 51 mm stem length - individual variants with different dimensions or more than one switching point are produced specifically according to your needs! These Level Sensors comply with FDA and NSF regulations and are suitable for food contact.

                        Advantages

                        • Polypropylene-Housing
                        • Mains voltage and Normally Closed versions available
                        • Suitable for food contact
                        • FDA and NSF compliant
                        • Cutomized solutions on request

                      • PLS-PPH LEVEL SENSORS

                      • PPH-Level Sensors are installed horizontally. Their special design allows assembly from outside, in a closed tank. The special seal safely seals the required drill hole.

                        Features:

                        • Polypropylene housing
                        • Side mounting
                        • FDA tested

                        Versions:

                        • PLS-092A-3PPH
                        • PLS-092A-6PPH

                      • PLS-PA LEVEL SENSORS

                      • PLS-PA-Series Level Sensors have a polyamide float and are available as standard products with 31mm and 41 mm stem length - individual dimensions or variants with several switching points are produced according to your specific application!

                        Advantages

                        • Polyamide-Housing
                        • Mains Voltage and Normally Closed (Form B) versions
                        • Customized variants available
                        • M8-Thread

                        Versions:

                        • PLS-031A-3PAI
                        • PLS-031A-6PAI
                        • PLS-031B-3PAI
                        • PLS-031B-6PAI
                        • PLS-041B-3PAI

                      • PLS-VA-LEVEL SENSORS

                      • PLS-VA series Level Sensors are made of stainless steel - for special requirements regarding temperature and material durability! Available as standard products with 45 mm and 80 mm stem length, with straight or L shaped stem.

                        Individual dimensions or variants with several switching points are produced according to your specific application!

                        Advantages

                        • Stainless steel housing
                        • Mains voltage and Normally Closed versions
                        • Robust and durable
                        • Increased temperature range
                        • Customized versions available

                      • PP FLOATS

                      • PP Floats including a Magnet for individual Level Sensor solutions or as an ideal addition to our Reed Sensors.

                        Advantages

                        • Suitable for food contact
                        • Polypropylene material
                        • Actuating our standard Sensors
                        • Customized types available

                      • PA FLOATS

                      • PA Floats including a Magnet for individual Level Sensor solutions or as an ideal addition to our Reed Sensors.

                        Advantages

                        • Polyamide material
                        • Actuating our standard Sensors
                        • Customized types available

                      • STAINLESS STEEL FLOATS

                      • Stainless steel floats with integrated Magnet, ideally combined with a Reed Chain.

                        Versions:

                        • PFB-4240-2
                        • PFB-5252-2
                        • PFC-2828-2
                        • PFC-5562-2

                    • CUSTOMIZED PRODUCTS

                    • →PIC Customized Product Advantages

                      • Easy assembly processes in your production

                      • Outgoing quality inspection by us, the manufacturer

                      • Sensors and Switches don’t need be handed over to third parties for modification

                      • Cost savings and waste minimization

                        • E-MOBILITY

                        • Individual Reed Sensor and Switch solutions for electric mobility:
                          Customer-specific speed sensors for e-bikes, safety switches for charging infrastructure or vehicle sensors for electrified commercial vehicles - Sensor Technology, cable assembly and matching Magnets from a single source!

                        • SPECIAL HOUSINGS

                        • Position detection for hydraulic or pneumatic cylinder - with individual housing, mounting type, LED lighting and custom cable end or connector. Just get in touch with us!

                        • FLOW DETECTION

                        • Individual solutions for flow detection or even flow measuring, tailor made for your application.

                        • INDUSTRIAL SOLUTIONS

                        • Position detection for hydraulic or pneumatic cylinder - with individual housing, mounting type, LED lighting and custom cable end or connector. Just get in touch with us!

                        • MODIFIED REED SWITCHES

                        • We modify Reed Switches to your specific needs: Cutting, bending and making them bistable - all done by the experts in our own factories. The easiest way to get a hundred percent tested and checked individual Reed Switch solution.

                        • CONNECTORS AND CABLE ASSEMBLIES

                        • Sensor solutions + wire harnesses: tailor made to your requirements including RAST-Assembly.

                        • INDIVIDUAL LEVEL SENSORS

                        • We design your individual Level Sensor from PP, PA, stainless steel or any other suitable material. One or more switching points, long stems or sensors specially shielded against movements in the liquid are our expertise.

                        • PCB ASSEMBLIES

                        • Where large quantities in particular are concerned, assembly costs can make or break a product. We will be happy to supply Reed Switches and other components as fully assembled PCBs including cable and connector at highly competitive prices.

                      • E-BIKE SENSORS

                      • We have been developing and producing speed sensors and magnetic solutions for the bicycle and e-bike industry for more than 20 years. Custom design solutions, the highest quality standards and same time cost-efficient production in our factories in Asia are the top priorities for us and our customers.

                          • MS-1627E

                          • Standard E-Bike Sensor

                            Features

                            • One-screw chainstay mounting
                            • Individual cable length
                            • Customized cable/connector assembly

                          • MS-217E

                          • Tubular E-Bike Sensor

                            Features:

                            • Assembly on bike frame via inidividualized clip
                            • Customized cable/connector assembly
                            • Customisable cable length

                          • MS-328E

                          • Flatpack E-Bike Sensor

                            Features

                            • For chainstay mounting
                            • Individual cable length
                            • Customized cable/connector assembly