SLYA090B
September 2024 – August 2025
TMAG5133
,
TMAG5134
,
TMAG5233
1
Abstract
Trademarks
1
Introduction
1.1
Reed Switches
1.2
Hall-Effect Sensors
1.3
Tunneling Magneto Resistance (TMR) Sensors
2
Design Considerations
2.1
Technology Complexity and Cost
2.2
Axis of Sensitivity
2.2.1
Hall-Effect Switches
2.2.2
TMR Switches
2.2.3
Reed Switches
2.3
Mechanical Constraints
2.4
Power Consumption
3
Summary
4
References
5
Revision History
Application Note
Replacing Reed and Magnetoresistive Switches With Cost-Effective, Low-Power Hall-Effect Switches