Hikvision DS-PD1-MC-MS Wired Magnetic Contact with Metal Housing for Doors and Windows

Product SKU: DS-PD1-MC-MS

Product Overview

The Hikvision DS-PD1-MC-MS is a wired surface-mounted magnetic contact designed to detect the opening of doors and windows as part of a compatible intrusion alarm system. It uses a normally closed contact and provides an active operating gap of up to 40 mm, giving installers practical tolerance when positioning the contact and matching magnet on suitable frames. Its compact metal-plated housing is better suited to installations where a more durable enclosure is preferred over a lightweight plastic contact. The detector does not require batteries and connects directly to a compatible wired alarm zone using the installation cabling. This model is best suited to homes, offices, shops, storerooms and other properties requiring straightforward perimeter protection at doors or windows. Correct alignment remains important, and the contact should not be treated as weatherproof unless the installation provides suitable protection from moisture and exposure.

Key Capabilities

Best For

• External Entry Doors: Suitable for detecting the opening of front, side and rear doors where the contact can be protected from direct weather exposure.
• Internal Doors: Useful for offices, storerooms, server rooms and restricted areas requiring monitored access.
• Windows: Provides wired perimeter protection for suitable opening windows with enough space for surface mounting.
• Metal Frames: The metal-plated housing suits installations where a durable visible contact is preferred.
• Battery-Free Alarm Systems: Ideal for wired alarm installations where routine wireless detector battery replacement is undesirable.

Why Choose the DS-PD1-MC-MS

The DS-PD1-MC-MS is a practical choice when a wired alarm system needs straightforward door or window protection in a compact surface-mounted format. Its 40 mm active gap provides more installation tolerance than very close-gap contacts, while the metal-plated housing offers a more durable finish for exposed indoor mounting positions. Because it uses a normally closed wired connection, there is no detector battery to replace, making it suitable for permanent alarm installations with existing or newly installed cabling. Available through Security Wholesalers, this model is best selected when the alarm panel supports a compatible normally closed zone and the mounting position allows the magnet and contact to remain properly aligned. It is a simple perimeter detector rather than a motion sensor, access-control reader or weatherproof external contact.

Buyer Decision Tips

Key Features & Technical Specifications

Ideal Use Cases

Choosing the Right Model

• Choose this model if: The installation needs a durable surface-mounted, normally closed magnetic contact with a 40 mm active gap.
• Choose a recessed contact if: The detector needs to be concealed within the door or window frame rather than mounted visibly on the surface.
• Choose a wireless contact if: Suitable alarm cabling cannot be installed and the alarm system supports a compatible wireless detector.
• Choose a weather-rated contact if: The detector will be directly exposed to rain, moisture or harsh outdoor conditions.

FAQs

1. What does the Hikvision DS-PD1-MC-MS detect?
   The DS-PD1-MC-MS detects the opening of a protected door or window by monitoring the separation between its wired magnetic contact and matching magnet. It is intended for perimeter alarm protection rather than motion detection. When connected to a compatible wired alarm zone, opening the protected entry changes the normally closed contact state so the alarm system can respond according to its programming.
2. Is the DS-PD1-MC-MS suitable for metal doors and frames?
   Yes. The DS-PD1-MC-MS uses a metal-plated housing and is designed for surface mounting on doors or windows, making it a practical choice where a more durable contact is preferred. The mounting surface, alignment and available gap should still be checked before installation, particularly on metal frames where the magnet and contact must remain correctly positioned when the opening is closed.
3. What is the operating gap of the DS-PD1-MC-MS?
   The DS-PD1-MC-MS has a stated active gap of 40 mm. This is the maximum specified separation used when planning the relationship between the contact and magnet. For reliable operation, the two parts should be aligned carefully and installed within the permitted gap when the door or window is closed, with movement tested before the alarm zone is commissioned.
4. Does the DS-PD1-MC-MS require batteries?
   No. The DS-PD1-MC-MS is a wired normally closed magnetic contact and does not rely on a replaceable wireless detector battery. It connects to a compatible wired alarm input using the installation cabling. The alarm panel or expansion module must support the chosen zone configuration, and the installer should confirm whether end-of-line resistors or other supervision components are required.
5. Can the DS-PD1-MC-MS be used outdoors?
   The DS-PD1-MC-MS should only be installed where the environmental conditions and physical protection suit its confirmed specification. Its operating range is -10°C to 55°C with 10% to 90% humidity. Because no outdoor IP rating is stated, avoid treating it as a weatherproof external contact unless the installation provides suitable protection from rain, water ingress and harsh exposure.
6. What should be checked before buying the DS-PD1-MC-MS?
   Confirm that the alarm panel accepts a normally closed wired contact, that the door or window provides suitable surface-mounting space and that the closed alignment remains within the 40 mm active gap. The DS-PD1-MC-MS is available through Security Wholesalers for compatible wired alarm installations, but cabling, resistors and other installation materials should only be assumed when listed separately.