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Capacitive Sensors

Capacitive sensors contain an oscillator by transistor in the frontal section. The oscillating circuit R – C (Resistor – Capacitor) is influenced by variations in capacity. In fact when any material, solid or liquid (water, wood, metal etc.), comes into contact with the active surface of the sensor the capacitance increases putting into action the oscillator up until the threshold of trigger inverts. By introducing a change in the condition of the final stage and therefore in the command of the external load a potentiometer makes fine adjustment to switching distance.

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Specialist distributor Switchtec appoints Mark Stevens as Southern Area Sales Manager

Posted on 21-11-2024

Switchtec, a specialist distributor in automation, control, and electronic components, has appointed Mark Stevens as Southern Area Sales Manager. In this pivotal role, Mark will focus on expanding the business across the southern region, supporting existing customers while actively seeking new ones. His responsibilities encompass generating new enquiries and identifying growth opportunities in key areas below the M4 corridor, including South Wales, Bristol, London, and the South East.

Switchtec supplies the new S3 Series of Compact Switch Disconnectors from Telergon

Posted on 12-11-2024

Switchtec is proud to announce the distribution of Telergon's innovative S3 range of Compact Switch Disconnectors, specifically designed to meet the evolving needs of industrial applications. This new range combines a compact design that simplifies installation and maintenance, ensuring high performance in space-constrained industrial environments. The S3 series is engineered with a flexible modular concept, offering tailored solutions that align with industrial demands for compactness and efficiency.

Switchtec Ltd welcomes Sean Campbell to its National Wholesale Team

Posted on 16-09-2024

Switchtec Ltd is pleased to announce the appointment of Sean Campbell to strengthen its National Wholesale team. With Switchtec's continued growth in the Wholesale market, Sean will be working closely with Nick Morgan and Chris Hibbert, our current Wholesale Managers, to enhance the support provided to Wholesalers.

The new Switchtec Electrical Control Components Catalogue 9, with over 150 pages, its bursting with products for your control and panel building projects

Posted on 16-09-2024

Specialist distributor Switchtec has released issue 9 of its dedicated Electrical Control Components Catalogue that covers all of its key control & panel products, including Relays, Din Rail Terminal & Distribution Blocks, 22.5mm Pushbuttons & Control Stations, LED Pilot Lamps, Isolators & Switch Disconnectors, Switch Fuses & Change Over Switches, Power Supplies & Transformers, Timers & Monitoring Relays, Surge Protection Devices, Panel Ventilation, Audible & Visual Alarms to name just a few. Manufacturers including Anly, Arno Canali, Citel, Compei, Dinkle, Hongfa, Kyland, Meanwell, Telergon, Tend, SCL & Sirena. Aimed at Control Panel manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, OEMs and manufacturers, the catalogue is an invaluable and useful aid to those who specify or purchase control and switching products.