Motion sensors are one of the most advanced and useful security appliances that one must install in their homes, offices, stores, etc. 

These systems are essential to make sure that no one is entering a restricted zone in an office or entering your house without permission. They were mainly built for burglars but there are other uses as well. Their advanced technology is making them more and more popular in today’s day and age, and they are now crucial anti-theft systems. Here are some of the ways a motion sensor can help you in keeping your house, your children, and your pets safe: 

  1. Alert you if your child is breaking curfew.
  2. Alert you if someone is trying to break in.
  3. Triggers the doorbell when someone is approaching the front gate.
  4. Alerts you if your toddler or pet enters a place where they are not allowed like the kitchen, the gym room, or the medicine cabinets.

Understanding the types of Motion Sensors

When it comes to motion sensors, there are two main types that you must keep in mind, the Passive Infrared Sensor and the Microwave Sensor. Both of these sensors can alarm when there is some unauthorized movement in and around your house. However, they are both used in different scenarios. They work on different types of radiation and thus have different sensitivity levels. You can read more about them below.

  • Passive Infrared Sensor

Passive infrared sensors are the most widely used motion in home security systems. All warm-blooded animals produce IR radiation and this kind of sensor can pick up that radiation. If there is an influx of radiation, the sensor will start sending out electricity. In layman’s terms, the sensor can detect the heat radiated from the body and if there is too much change in the IR levels, it can send out an alarm.

  • Microwave Sensor

Microwave sensors are one of the most high-quality motion sensors available right now. They cover a much larger area than PIR sensors; however, they are more expensive as well. The sensors work on microwave pulses which reflect off of objects to determine whether they are moving or not. These sensors are very sensitive which makes them excellent in high-security areas however, they consume a lot of power as well. 

Who are the best suppliers of Motion Sensors?

Dutco Tennant LLC is the best supplier of motion sensors and other appliances in the Middle East and the GCC region. We have been supplying top quality products for over 40 years, and we only provide the most premium motion sensors to make sure that your family and your belongings are safe. We supply passive infrared sensors, as well as microwave sensors, for domestic and commercial purposes.