{"product_id":"magnetic-andymark-standard-sensors","title":"Magnetic Switch  (Hall Effect Sensor) - AndyMark Standard Sensors","description":"\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli id=\"specstab\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli id=\"docstab\" style=\"display:none\"\u003eDocumentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\t\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\t\t\u003c!-- Description --\u003e\n\t\t\u003cp\u003eAndyMark’s line of Standard Sensors is designed specifically for FRC and FTC teams. Using standard 1.5” pitch mounting holes, the sensor’s small footprint fits nicely on a 1” wide tube. Easily swap out sensors for reading distance, color, or position using I2C or CAN communication, and head into matches worry-free with locking connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.andymark.com\/\"\u003eProduct Documentation can be found here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLonger lengths of cable can be found \u003ca href=\"\/products\/locking-4-pin-jst-cables\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Magnetic Switch is a compact Hall effect sensor designed to reliably detect the presence of a magnet in robotics applications. It’s an ideal solution for teams looking for a durable, repeatable “trigger” sensor that isn’t affected by lighting conditions, dust, or most game element variability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re confirming a mechanism position, detecting a latch state, or verifying a part is in place, the Magnetic Switch gives teams a clean and dependable digital-style sensor signal—perfect for match play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMount the Magnetic Switch so that a \u003cstrong\u003emagnet passes near the sensing face\u003c\/strong\u003e at the point you want to detect. When the magnet is within range, the sensor changes state and can be used as a \u003cstrong\u003elimit switch replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e or a general-purpose “presence” detector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon setup tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach a small magnet to the moving part (arm, elevator carriage, latch, etc.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the sensor rigidly to the robot frame or mechanism structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust spacing so the magnet passes close enough to trigger consistently, even with vibration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the sensor state to trigger actions like stopping motion, indexing, or locking a subsystem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen to use this sensor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetecting \u003cstrong\u003emechanism end-of-travel\u003c\/strong\u003e (limit switch replacement).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirming \u003cstrong\u003eposition reached\u003c\/strong\u003e (elevator levels, arm angles, turret home, etc.).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetecting \u003cstrong\u003elatch \/ lock \/ gate state\u003c\/strong\u003e using a magnet on the moving piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerifying \u003cstrong\u003egame piece presence\u003c\/strong\u003e when a magnet can be embedded in a carrier or pusher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreating reliable “home” signals for \u003cstrong\u003ezeroing\u003c\/strong\u003e and auto routines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical integrations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount on an elevator to detect the \u003cstrong\u003ebottom\/home position\u003c\/strong\u003e for auto-zeroing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse on an arm pivot to detect a \u003cstrong\u003estowed\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003escoring\u003c\/strong\u003e position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace on a turret to detect a \u003cstrong\u003ehome index\u003c\/strong\u003e for absolute reference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall on a latch mechanism to confirm \u003cstrong\u003elocked\/unlocked\u003c\/strong\u003e state.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd to an intake\/indexer gate to confirm a \u003cstrong\u003edoor\/flap position\u003c\/strong\u003e without contact wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\t\u003c!-- Specifications --\u003e\n\t\t\u003cul\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCommunications:\u003c\/b\u003e Digital Input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eConnector Type:\u003c\/b\u003e JST PA (BM04B-PASS-1-TFT)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.75 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e 2 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMax Input Voltage:\u003c\/b\u003e 16V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMounting Geometry:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\/2\" pitch, holes 1.5\" apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNominal Voltage:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.3V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\t\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.51 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\t\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\t\t\u003c!-- Documentation --\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"AndyMark","offers":[{"title":"12C","offer_id":45311486132396,"sku":"am-5746","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"CAN","offer_id":45328203350188,"sku":"am-5788","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0644\/2303\/5052\/files\/am-MagSwitch_93574be3-646e-43a5-ab5f-7a34031df2a6.jpg?v=1772148005","url":"https:\/\/andymark.com\/products\/magnetic-andymark-standard-sensors","provider":"AndyMark","version":"1.0","type":"link"}