How the tilt switch works

Mondo Technology Updated on 2024-01-19

A tilt switch is a commonly used electronic component that can be implemented by a tilt sensor or a tilt switch element. Its working principle is mainly to use the tilt or movement of the object to change the state of the switch. A tilt switch typically consists of a sensitive tilt sensor that contains two metal balls (or conductive balls) and two electrodes located on the ramp or tilt area of the sensor. When the sensor is laid flat, the two metal balls are held underneath by the action of gravity and in contact with the electrodes, forming a closed state;When the sensor is tilted, gravity pushes the metal ball upward, separating it from the electrode and creating an open state. When the tilt switch is turned off, the current cannot pass through the switch and the device in the circuit cannot work. And when the tilt switch is on, the current can pass through the switch, and the device in the circuit can work normally.

The working principle of tilt switches is simple and reliable, and they are especially suitable for applications that need to control the state of the switch according to tilt or movement, such as vibration switches, inclinometers, water level sensors, etc.

KJT-QK tilt switch is a simple structure, easy to use, safe and reliable material flow, material level detector, its small area, easy installation, strong and corrosion-resistant. The shell is cast in cast steel, which is wear-resistant, has high mechanical strength and long service life. It is manufactured by special technology, with accurate action angle and high repeatability. The suspension length can be configured according to the needs of the site.

When the tilt switch of vertical suspension is subjected to external force, and the normally closed type deviates from the vertical position by 20 degrees, the contact inside the switch acts, and the normally closed contact is disconnected, and when the external force is revoked, the tilt switch returns to the vertical state, and the contact is closed againWhen the external force is revoked, the tilt switch returns to the vertical state, and the contact is disconnected, and the change of the inner contact of the tilt switch is used to judge the working condition of the equipment, so as to take timely measures to protect the equipment.

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