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raywootnc

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I need a sensor that could be powered by direct current. When the sensor is touched it deactivates an alarm which is on the same circuit.

 
We need a few more details of your requirement.

If you mean a touch switch where you touch two conductive contacts then this can be done using CMOS logic which can then be used to switch (electronically or via a relay) your alarm circuit.

For example;

(not necessarily a good one, just one I found in a quick search)

If you have other requirements such as no exposed contacts then you may want to look at capacitive switches such as;


Your requirements will help narrow down the choice.

regards
Pete
(TurboXS)
 
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