Replacement magnets for Xiaomi Door/Window sensors

Hardware
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I have about 5 of these sensors and after a 20,000 km move I have lost all the magnets (The smaller part to the right). Maybe they stuck to something? :roll_eyes:

I know I can just stick a small magnet next to the sensor but I am looking for ideas for something a bit nicer aesthetically.

window_door_sensor

Any ideas would be welcome!

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Something like this perhaps?
Rectangular Neodymium Magnets Countersunk Hole Counter Bore With Mounting Screws for sale online | eBay

3

Thanks for the idea. I will give something similar a try, I think ideally I would find similar magnets but with a white plastic outer.

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3d printer?

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Or mount 'em like this Xiaomi Aqara Door/Window sensor HIDDEN INSTALL

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There are some small rare earth magnets I used in past that may be even better

They are about 5mm wide
I’m sure you can find in Amazon

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You can also use the magnet part of a reed switch, you can find them anywhere…

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Well it is a reed switch

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Thanks for all your inputs. I have purchased these magnets. I think they should be fine. I might also need to buy a 3d printer “Just to print cases for them” :slight_smile:

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I also lost the small magnets on some of my sensors. Did the magnets you purchased work well? I’ll probably buy them too. Thanks

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Hey,

Sorry for the slow response.
The magnets are pretty good but if I bought them again I would go for something slightly bigger.