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Magnetic proximity switch
A magnetic proximity switch detects a documented magnetic target or field condition.
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IEC magnetic proximity sensor: magnetic proximity switch, normally open
Magnetic proximity sensor form: Magnetic Proximity Switch, Normally Open.
In plain English
What does IEC magnetic proximity sensor: magnetic proximity switch, normally open mean?
A magnetic proximity sensor responds to a magnetic field or a target carrying the specified magnet. This entry identifies the magnetic proximity switch, normally open form in the publisher's IEC-context family.
A simple example
A piston magnet or door-mounted magnet can provide a position indication without direct mechanical contact. The normally-open designation starts with a non-conducting output or open contact in the documented reference condition; operation changes that state.
What the drawings help you do
A magnetic sensor can contain a reed contact or powered electronics. The actual output, field orientation and contact ratings must come from the selected device.
This particular reference
Magnetic proximity sensor form: Magnetic Proximity Switch, Normally Open. This entry adds the magnetic proximity switch, normally open detail to the broader magnetic proximity sensor family. A magnetic sensor can contain a reed contact or powered electronics. The actual output, field orientation and contact ratings must come from the selected device.
- Normally open / normally closed
- The contact state in the normal condition defined for the drawing.
- Signal
- Electrical information passed between devices, rather than necessarily the main power supply.
- Rating
- A value stating the conditions for which equipment is specified.
Read the source: AutoCAD Electrical: Magnetic proximity switches
IEC · Magnetic Proximity Switch, Normally Open
Autodesk IEC-60617 Symbol Preview: Magnetic Switches, HPX11M / VPX11M. This identifies the publisher's library context; exact IEC graphics and database identities are not asserted.
Shown as an independently authored educational illustration. Use the cited publication and drawing legend to verify the required drafting form.
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What it represents
A magnetic proximity sensor responds to a magnetic field or a target carrying the specified magnet. This entry identifies the magnetic proximity switch, normally open form in the publisher's IEC-context family.
A piston magnet or door-mounted magnet can provide a position indication without direct mechanical contact. The normally-open designation starts with a non-conducting output or open contact in the documented reference condition; operation changes that state.
A magnetic sensor can contain a reed contact or powered electronics. The actual output, field orientation and contact ratings must come from the selected device.
How to read it
- The normally-open designation starts with a non-conducting output or open contact in the documented reference condition; operation changes that state.
- A magnetic sensor can contain a reed contact or powered electronics. The actual output, field orientation and contact ratings must come from the selected device.
Information to show or reference
- Identify the target, sensing mode and expected normal condition.
- Label supply, output and connector pins from the actual device diagram.
- Reference output circuit type, operating range and controller input.
A distinction that matters
This entry adds the magnetic proximity switch, normally open detail to the broader magnetic proximity sensor family. A magnetic sensor can contain a reed contact or powered electronics. The actual output, field orientation and contact ratings must come from the selected device.
Sources you can follow
These public references support the explanation and provide further detail. Their graphics and downloadable files remain with their publishers.
AutoCAD Electrical: Magnetic proximity switches
Public Magnetic Switches table explicitly lists HPX11M / VPX11M with this operating or connection form. Vendor graphics are linked, not copied.
About this graphic
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