TI’s TMAG5134 Hall-effect switch features an integrated magnetic concentrator, enabling it to detect magnetic fields as weak as 1mT. This level of sensitivity allows for the use of smaller magnets, further reducing system-level costs. Additionally, the TMAG5134’s in-plane sensing capability enables it to detect magnetic fields parallel or horizontal to a printed circuit board, giving engineers greater design flexibility. The introduction of TI’s TMAG5134 represents a fundamental shift for the position sensing market, as engineers can now achieve greater sensitivity than traditional Hall-effect sensors without the additional cost and complexity of magneto-resistive sensors. The TMAG5134 Hall-effect switch helps extend battery life in sensing applications by consuming just 0.6µA on average. Its integrated magnetic concentrator technology amplifies the sensor signal, eliminating the need to bias the device with as much current.