How does a self-powered window/door contact sensor work?

What is a self-powered window/door contact sensor?

A self-powered window/door contact sensor is a very important aspect of a smart home and security system. Self-powered window/door contact is a sensor that lets us know whether a window or door is opened or closed. A self-powered window/door contact sensor can make the light turn on automatically after sensing the window or door is opened, and the light will be turned off automatically after sensing the window or door is closed. A self-powered window/door contact sensor is the most common sensing device for sensing the opening and closing of a window or door.

A self-powered window/door contact sensor consists of two parts – a contact that is installed on the window or door frame and an activating magnet that is mounted on the window or door. When the window or door is opened, a self-powered window/door contact sensor will trigger the load, such as turning on the lights, triggering the alarm, and others. a self-powered window/door contact sensor’s applications include security position sensing, lighting, fan operation and shut down systems, and others. A self-powered window/door contact sensor can turn lights on, trigger smart door alerts on smartphones, control a thermostat, or various other loads. A self-powered window/door contact sensor can achieve more home smart applications if it works with Ebelong smart gateway.

How does a self-powered window/door contact sensor work?

A self-powered window/door contact sensor is also called a kinetic magnetic switch. A self-powered window/door contact sensor is composed of two main parts – one is a magnet and the other is a sensor. The light will be turned on when the window or door is opened or the light will be turned off when the window or door is closed.

Easy of installation

A self-powered window/door contact sensor is very easy to use and install. A self-powered window/door contact sensor can be installed all over a house, used mostly for windows, sliding doors, drawers, and cabinets. Removing the stickers on the back of the self-powered window/door contact sensor, then fixing the self-powered window/door contact sensor on the window or door. Please note that do not use the self-powered window/door contact sensor on the metal windows or door as it will affect the wireless signal.

Cabinet application

The self-powered window/door contact sensor can be pasted on the cabinet. When you need to get the clothes, open the cabinet and the light will turn on automatically. When the cabinet is closed, the light will turn off automatically.

Window application

The self-powered window/door contact sensor can be pasted on the window. When the window is opened or closed, the status will be synchronized to the app of the smartphone.