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LilyPad Reed Switch

DEV-13 343 RO HS

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Description: The LilyPad Reed Switch is a simple breakout for a reed switch that will

make it easy to use in e-textiles circuits in exactly the same manner that you can

currently use the LilyPad Button and Switch. In order to make it more durable for

wearable use, we’ve used a different style of reed switch, which is insulated. This

means that the same glass switch is encased in black plastic, making it much more

difficult to break, but it works in exactly the same manner.

A reed switch is a simple mechanical switch that is activated via a magnet. When the

device is exposed to a magnetic field, the two ferrous materials (reeds) inside the

switch pull together, and the switch closes. When the magnetic field is removed, the

reeds separate and the switch opens. This makes for a great non-contact switch that

can carry up to 1A and 0.25A while switched.

Note: A portion of this sale is given back to Dr. Leah Buechley for continued

development and education of e-textiles.

8/4/2016

https://www.sparkfun.com/products/13343