High-performance sensing solutions for accuracy and durability
Standex Detect designs and manufactures custom magnetic, conductive, and Hall effect sensors that deliver precision measurement, long-term reliability, and consistent performance in demanding environments. Our engineers develop application-specific sensor solutions tailored to detect proximity, position, liquid level, and motion with unmatched stability and repeatability.
Each custom sensor is built to meet exact mechanical, electrical, and environmental requirements. From harsh automotive systems to sensitive medical devices and industrial automation, Standex Detect sensors ensure safe, accurate, and efficient operation.
Our Engineering Capabilities
Standex Detect’s engineering expertise covers the full spectrum of sensing technologies, including Reed, Hall effect, and conductive sensor designs. Our vertically integrated manufacturing and design capabilities allow us to customize every aspect of sensor performance, from magnetic actuation distance and switching characteristics to housing materials, connector types, and environmental sealing.
We provide comprehensive design support, simulation modeling, and prototype testing to validate performance across extreme temperatures, vibration, and contamination. Our sensors are available in a wide variety of mounting options including threaded, flange, and cylindrical housings, with form factors optimized for seamless integration into customer assemblies.
Every design undergoes extensive environmental and functional testing to ensure precise operation under real-world conditions. Whether the application requires contactless measurement, fluid monitoring, or high-speed magnetic detection, Standex Detect delivers customized solutions that meet your exact needs.
Features and Benefits
Standex Detect custom sensors provide dependable performance in environments where precision and reliability are essential. Typical applications include:
- High Accuracy and Repeatability: Reliable, precise sensing across proximity, position, and liquid level applications.
- Custom Configurations: Fully tailored operating points, output types, and mechanical dimensions.
- Robust Environmental Protection: Resistant to vibration, shock, moisture, and contaminants.
- Wide Technology Range: Options include reed, Hall effect, conductive, and magnetoresistive sensing.
- Compact and Flexible Packaging: Threaded, flange, side mount, or overmolded designs to fit tight spaces.
- Long Operating Life: Non-contact sensing reduces wear and ensures lasting reliability.
- Proven System Integration: Designed for easy incorporation into OEM assemblies and control systems.
Common Applications
Standex Detect custom sensors provide dependable performance in environments where precision and reliability are essential. Typical applications include:
- Automotive Systems – Brake, clutch, and fluid level sensors; seat, door, and position detection
- Industrial Equipment – Motion, position, and proximity sensing for automation and process control
- Medical Devices – Fluid monitoring, motion detection, and non-contact position measurement
- Smart Home and Appliances – Contactless detection and liquid level monitoring
- Aerospace and Defense – Vibration-resistant sensing for mission-critical applications
Types of Custom Sensors
Proximity Sensors
Standex Detect proximity sensors deliver accurate, non-contact detection using reed, Hall effect, or magnetoresistive technologies. Custom designs can be tuned for actuation distance, output type, and housing configuration. Ideal for safety, automation, and position control applications, they ensure stable switching even in extreme conditions.
Position Sensors
Our position sensors provide precise feedback for movement, alignment, and rotation. Available in Hall effect, reed, or magnet detection configurations, these sensors are engineered for durability and accuracy. They are used in automotive, industrial, and medical applications that demand long life and consistent measurement performance.
Liquid Level Sensors
Standex Detect liquid level sensors provide reliable single-point, multipoint, or continuous measurement using reed, conductive, and Hall effect technologies. Custom options include float materials, stem lengths, output signals, and integrated connectors. Designed for accuracy across fuel, chemical, and coolant monitoring systems, they ensure dependable fluid management across industries.