About us
Magnasphere
Founded in 2002, Magnasphere revolutionized magnetic switch technology with its patented, tamper-resistant design – the first major advancement since the 1930s reed switch. Our robust, all-metal switches provide exceptional security and durability across residential, commercial, industrial, and government applications. Engineered to meet stringent UL 634 standards, our products resist tampering and magnetic defeat, ensuring reliable performance in critical security systems. Proudly manufactured in the USA, Magnasphere switches are trusted globally by security professionals who demand the highest quality and protection.
Leadership team
Key Markets
Government
& Military
Trusted by defense and government agencies, Magnasphere delivers certified, high-security solutions engineered to resist tampering, defeat, and environmental threats in mission-critical environments.
Key Markets
Commercial
& Residential
Traditional security systems are vulnerable to magnetic tampering and false alarms. Magnasphere’s patented contacts and radar detectors provide tamper-proof, reliable protection for homes and businesses, minimizing false alerts and intrusions.
Key Markets
Data Center & Critical Infrastructure
Advanced, tamper-resistant sensing solutions designed to protect critical data centre infrastructure, ensuring unparalleled security, reliability, and uninterrupted operation in the most demanding environments.
Key Markets
Industrial Sensors
Protect industrial assets with Magnasphere’s advanced security solutions, ensuring safety, reliability, and uninterrupted operations for a resilient future.
Association members
Electronic Security Association (ESA)
Security Industry Association (SIA)
Wisconsin Electronic Security Association (WIESA)
In 2023, Magnasphere was acquired by discoverIE and became part of Variohm Group. discoverIE is an international organisation specializing in the design and manufacture of customised electronic components for industrial applications. It comprises over 25 businesses that develop innovative technologies that have a positive impact on both people and the planet. While each company operates independently, they benefit from shared expertise and a unified vision. At Magnasphere, we align with discoverIE’s principles and uphold its standards of responsible and ethical business practice.
Variohm Group
Variohm Group brings together ten specialist companies, each with deep expertise in sensing, switching, measurement, and motion control. Serving industries such as renewable energy, medical, transport, security, and industrial automation, the Group combines technical innovation with a strong customer focus. Its in-house engineering and manufacturing capabilities, supported by a broad, complementary product portfolio, allows it to deliver customised, high-performance solutions to meet the unique demands of every project.