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Magnetic Switch, Standard Packaging,Black

4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,034 ratings

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Standard Packaging

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Switch Type
DIP Switch
Material
Plastic
Mounting Type
Embedded
Specification Met
ANSI C-73

About this item

  • Magnetic switch
  • Normally open/normally closed
  • Great for pickups with sliding rear window
  • One of the only switches with both normally closed contacts
  • Great for pick-ups with sliding rear window

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Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 4.15 x 3 x 0.7 inches; 0.35 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 8601
  • Department ‏ : ‎ Unisex-Adult
  • Batteries ‏ : ‎ 1 12V batteries required.
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ July 20, 2005
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ DIRECTED ELECTRONICS INC
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0009SUF08
  • Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ China
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,034 ratings

WARNING:

CHOKING HAZARD -- Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.

Product Description

Help deter theft with this magnetic switch that is compatible with most vehicles with a sliding window. This switch contains normally closed and normally open contacts for customized use.

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Warranty does not cover misuse of product.

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    Customer reviews

    4.5 out of 5 stars
    4.5 out of 5
    1,034 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the performance, ease of installation, and value of the electronic switch. For example, they mention it works well, it's easy to install, and it'll cost you less than $10. Some are happy with adhesion, and appearance. That said, opinions are mixed on quality, magnet strength, and ability to open.

    AI-generated from the text of customer reviews

    291 customers mention245 positive46 negative

    Customers like the performance of the electronic switch. They say it works well, is easy to use, and is a great product. Some customers also mention that the switch worked great for a few years but then started to take longer to recharge. Overall, customers are satisfied with the performance and functionality of the switch.

    "...But they are worth the extra couple of seconds because they work well and have both NC and NO which are rare to find in stores today on one switch." Read more

    "...take pictures each time a door is opened and these things have worked flawlessly...." Read more

    "...The product works flawlessly, and it is easily hidden and not easily noticed, which is why I bought a black switch in the first place...." Read more

    "Switch worked great for a few years (3 or 4), but then started to take longer and longer to switch. Ordered a new one and it works great again...." Read more

    59 customers mention52 positive7 negative

    Customers find the installation of the electronic switch to be easy. They mention that the screw connections make it easy to install, and the included double stick tape makes mounting much easier. Customers also say that the switch is simple and anyone can do.

    "...Completely worth it for the price that I paid for this. Easy to install and set up." Read more

    "...that you can set them to be on when in contact or off made it super easy to work in my application...." Read more

    "Used with a raspberry pi for my chicken coop door. Was easy to install and configure in some code on the pi. I have it installed like this:-..." Read more

    "...It is a simple system anyone can do. Some of my businesses the wireless do chimes won't work because of interference from other electronic devices...." Read more

    54 customers mention39 positive15 negative

    Customers like the value of the electronic switch. For example, they say it's a good one for a reasonable price, worth the extra couple of seconds, and works well.

    "...But they are worth the extra couple of seconds because they work well and have both NC and NO which are rare to find in stores today on one switch." Read more

    "...Ordered a new one and it works great again. Completely worth it for the price that I paid for this. Easy to install and set up." Read more

    "...Certainly NOT worth the six or seven bucks or so that they are asking and I don't see how they can claim the "list price" is twenty bucks..." Read more

    "...Generally it is a good one for a good price" Read more

    26 customers mention20 positive6 negative

    Customers like the adhesion of the electronic switch. They say it has strong adhesive strips and spots for screws/nails for mounting. Some say the adhesive is nice while positioning, but don't depend on it for long-term installation. The foam adhesive tape on the back works well, and is convenient for installation. Some customers also mention that the backing sticks great, making mounting them very forgiving.

    "...The adhesive backing is very strong and stuck to the wood in my armoire very well...." Read more

    "...that the switch is black in color, works as intended, it has double sided tape which I used to affix switch to the door. It is still stuck there...." Read more

    "...give it credit for are that it looks alright and its self adhesive holds very well. Otherwise I can't really even give it that much...." Read more

    "...Hold up well. The adhesive isn't the most long lasting. Attached it to the rail on the garage door, it came loose and fell into the track...." Read more

    17 customers mention17 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the electronic switch. They mention that it has a great design, and the finished product looks and works great. Some say that it's a nice DIY component to have around.

    "...and I was able to finish the project.The finished product looks and works great...." Read more

    "The only things I can really give it credit for are that it looks alright and its self adhesive holds very well...." Read more

    "I like the design, but there is 2 problems...." Read more

    "Nice DIY component to have around" Read more

    152 customers mention69 positive83 negative

    Customers are mixed about the quality of the electronic switch. Some mention that it's totally reliable, while others say that it failed shortly after installation.

    "...one another and they cannot be more that 1.5in apart or the switch won't work. But once you have the alignment issue down these are amazing...." Read more

    "...Using these door sensors is way more reliable then using the motion detection feature of the security camera...." Read more

    "...However it did not. I was a bit concerned it was faulty...." Read more

    "...It isn't even touchy at all, "on and off" are totally reliable...." Read more

    44 customers mention17 positive27 negative

    Customers are mixed about the magnet strength of the electronic switch. Some mention that the magnet on this thing is fairly impressive, while others say that it's really weak and the proximity never seems to matter. Some say that the switches stopped working after about 2 weeks and that the magnetic switch gets stuck.

    "...The pieces are not strongly magnetized, only enough to activate the switch via magnet...." Read more

    "...They worked perfectly. The magnet is strong and they turn off when the door gets about 3/4 inch from closing...." Read more

    "...Note that if I close the left door gently, the magnet doesn't trip and the light stays on...." Read more

    "...However, this switch also came with a weak magnet that required very close proximity (unreliable at ¼ inch) for the switch to open (close) compared..." Read more

    27 customers mention15 positive12 negative

    Customers are mixed about the ability of the electronic switch. Some mention that it has both normally closed and normally open options, making it perfect for RV doors. However, others say that it was permanently closed, and the switch started sticking, causing closing and opening failures.

    "...These contacts a great because they can do always open of always closed and I always get confused about which one I need...." Read more

    "...NO - Normally Open. Basically the opposite of NC...." Read more

    "This switch works great for my purpose. It has both Normally Open and Normally Closed functions...." Read more

    "...You guess it. The door was up all night...." Read more

    Just What I Needed
    5 Stars
    Just What I Needed
    Sometimes you get in that DIY mood and need a component.I'm pleased to say this one works like a charm. To hook it up, I went by another reviewer's wiring diagram I screenshotted. The smaller guage wires were tough to adhere to the screw connections but eventually went on. Two facts to note about this switch that other reviewers might not have mentioned:1) The pieces are not strongly magnetized, only enough to activate the switch via magnet. So you won't struggle to use this product on whatever project you have planned.2) There is a very faint "click" when the switch is activated.I looked to this item when I wanted to have LED's come on when I open my mobile clothes chest. And I've gotta say, I'm glad instead of cheaper options I chose Amazon's.
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