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SMC Perpendicular Reed 2 Wire Rail: D-A73, Perpendicular Reed Auto Switch, IP67 - Reed Switch Pneumatic Position Sensors
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SMC Perpendicular Reed 2 Wire Rail: D-A73, Perpendicular Reed Auto Switch, IP67

The SMC D-A73 is a perpendicular reed auto switch, a type of pneumatic position sensor. It operates with a current range of 5 to 20 mA and a voltage rating of 100 V AC. This 2-wire rail-mounted switch is designed for…

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Perpendicular Reed 2 Wire Rail: D-A73, Perpendicular Reed Auto Switch, IP67
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D-A73
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Perpendicular Reed Auto Switch, IP67, 100 V AC/24 V DC
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Product Description

The SMC D-A73 is a perpendicular reed auto switch, a type of pneumatic position sensor. It operates with a current range of 5 to 20 mA and a voltage rating of 100 V AC. This 2-wire rail-mounted switch is designed for use with SMC actuators.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SMC D-A73 perpendicular reed auto switch used for?

The SMC D-A73 is a pneumatic position sensor that detects the position of a piston inside an SMC actuator. It is commonly used in industrial automation for end-of-stroke sensing, part detection, and sequence control in machinery across manufacturing, packaging, and material handling applications.

What are the specifications of the SMC D-A73 reed switch?

The SMC D-A73 is a perpendicular reed auto switch with IP67 protection. It operates at 100 V AC or 24 V DC, with a current range of 5 to 20 mA. This 2-wire rail-mounted switch is designed for use with SMC actuators and provides reliable position sensing in automated systems.

Where to buy the SMC D-A73 reed switch worldwide?

3G Electric supplies the SMC D-A73 perpendicular reed auto switch to customers worldwide. We handle full logistics, customs clearance, and delivery to your facility. As a global industrial solutions provider, we source genuine SMC components and support procurement for automation, pneumatic, and control system needs.

How to install the SMC D-A73 reed switch on an actuator?

Mount the SMC D-A73 perpendicular reed switch onto the actuator rail using the provided hardware, ensuring proper alignment with the piston magnet. Connect the 2-wire leads to a 100 V AC or 24 V DC control circuit, observing polarity. Test actuation to confirm switching at the desired piston position.

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Common applications for SMC
Automotive assembly — SMC ZP3 flat vacuum pads for handling small components in pick-and-place robots
Semiconductor manufacturing — SMC ZM series vacuum generators with needle valves for precise wafer handling
Food packaging — SMC AW-D series filter regulators for clean compressed air in pneumatic actuators
General industrial automation — SMC AS2211F speed control valves for regulating cylinder speeds in conveyor systems
Vacuum conveying — SMC ZH series box-type vacuum generators for material transport in packaging lines
Machine tool coolant systems — SMC ZF series in-line filters to protect vacuum ejectors from debris

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3G Electric supplies SMC reed switch pneumatic position sensors. We supply genuine products with in-stock availability on common SKUs, technical documentation, commissioning support, and warranty service — worldwide.

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