Reed Switch / Door Contact No name KN-M08 — side-mount magnetic contact, model KN-M08

KN-M08 is a side-mount magnetic reed switch (door/window contact) by No name designed to detect opening and closing through a magnetic field. Its compact side-contact form factor is intended for installation on the jamb or sash of aluminum, PVC or wooden frames where a low-profile, concealed mounting is preferred. The device provides a simple binary signal used in intrusion detection, alarm systems and position sensing for residential and light-commercial environments.

Advantages

The side-mount design enables installation in narrow frame grooves or on the inner edges of window and door frames, reducing visible exposure and mechanical interference. The reed switch offers reliable magnetic operation with minimal maintenance and no external power required for the sensing element itself. Its compact dimensions facilitate use in confined locations and allow integration with standard alarm control panels and wired security circuits.

Suitable for

• Intrusion detection on doors and windows in homes and small businesses
• Integration with wired alarm panels and security systems
• Basic position sensing for cabinets, access panels and service hatches
• Applications where a low-profile or side-mounted contact is needed

Key specifications

• Type: Side-mount magnetic reed switch (normally open / normally closed depends on wiring and magnet orientation)
• Mounting: Side-mount for jamb or sash installation on aluminum, PVC or wooden frames
• Operation: Magnetic field actuated contact closure for open/closed detection
• Connection: Two-wire wired contact suitable for connection to alarm inputs
• Form factor: Compact, low-profile housing for concealed installation
• Environmental use: Indoor installation; compatible with typical residential and commercial frame materials

How to use

Mount the reed switch body on the door or window frame jamb and align the magnet on the moving sash so the pair closes or opens the contact at the desired position. Secure each part using screws or adhesive according to frame material and manufacturer guidance. Connect the switch's two wires to the corresponding alarm panel input or monitoring circuit, observing normally open or normally closed configuration as required by the control system. Verify operation by moving the sash to ensure the alarm input changes state when the magnet is separated or aligned.

Usage recommendations

Position the switch and magnet so that normal door or window motion reliably moves the magnet within the switch's activation range without mechanical interference. Use appropriate mounting hardware for the frame material and route wiring to avoid pinch points. Test the installed contact with the control panel to confirm correct polarity and alarm logic; if needed, adjust magnet position to prevent nuisance triggers. For outdoor or high-moisture exposures, consider additional sealing or selecting a contact rated for the environment.