Recommendations for a quality magnetic reed switch (for cabinet doors)

[jjhoward]

Can anyone reccomend a brand of magnetic reed switch for activating lights in a number of cabinets? I have the LED strips (Kichler), I have a RIB device to control the switching of the power supply for the LEDs. But I only see very expensive magnetic switches (~$80 or more ea) or real junk. There must be quality magnetic switches out there for $20 or less?? Thank you.

 

[jjhoward]

I have found what I was looking for! McMaster-Carr makes a number of reed switches with magnets. They have locations in Atlanta, Chicago, Cleveland, LA & New Jersey!
YAY

 

[LarryFine]

Most reed switches close when the magnet is engaged. Make sure you get a switch that closes when the magnet is withdrawn, or you'll have to wire it so your RIB is energized except when the cabinet is opened.

 

[tthh]

I've used the relay based RIB devices before and I didn't care for the on/off delay. I used the solid state Amprobe RC-120S instead and it was very responsive, but I think they discontinued it for some reason. Not sure if there is something similar enough.

 

[hbiss]

Can anyone reccomend a brand of magnetic reed switch for activating lights in a number of cabinets? I have the LED strips (Kichler), I have a RIB device to control the switching of the power supply for the LEDs. But I only see very expensive magnetic switches (~$80 or more ea) or real junk. There must be quality magnetic switches out there for $20 or less?? Thank you.

Ever think of switches used for security systems? They come in various configurations and are made to be used with doors.

-Hal