Will IIS2MDCTR magnetic sensor affect the MRI Machine in MRI Room

[Amir_Hex]

Hello All,

We are adding the IIS2MDCTR magnetic sensor in our existing product.

The concern we share is that this is a magnetic sensor and will it affect the MRI machine or its results when installed in the MRI Room.

Our product is an Emergency Exit Light a manadatory product but as of now without the magnetic sensor.

 

Please share your feedback.

 

[Andrew Neil]

Why does an Emergency Exit Light need a  magnetic sensor?

[daniel196]

I don't think the sensor itself would interfere with the MRI. However, I'd recommend checking the complete device for MRI compatibility and testing it before installation.

[Smithson]

An emergency exit light requires a magnetic sensor (often a reed switch) to allow for mandated, code-compliant testing without physical contact or breaching the fixture's housing. This touchless design provides several essential benefits for building safety and maintenance: [1, 2, 3]

• Hygienic and Wash-Down Capabilities: In environments like food-processing plants, commercial kitchens, or cleanrooms, fixtures must be sealed to handle frequent wash-downs. A magnetic sensor lets staff test the lights without dirtying or damaging a mechanical push-button. [1, 2]
• Vandal-Resistance: For high-abuse areas like schools, prisons, or parking garages, the lights are tightly sealed with tamper-proof screws. A magnetic switch allows building managers to test the internal battery and bulbs from the outside without prying open the housing. [1, 2]
• Compliance with Mandated Fire Codes: NFPA 101 Life Safety Code requires exit signs and emergency lights to be tested monthly (30 seconds) and annually (90 minutes). By holding a magnet near the designated spot on the sign, a maintenance worker can safely force the unit into emergency discharge mode to verify functionality. [1, 2, 3]
• Weather and Moisture Sealing: For exterior or wet-location exit signs, any moving parts or buttons increase the risk of water damage. A completely sealed magnetic sensor removes the need for holes or push-buttons, allowing the fixture to maintain NEMA 4X or IP66 waterproof ratings. [1, 2]