This compact surface mounted magnetic contact can be used in security systems up to and including security grade 1 and environmental class II (for indoor use) as specified in EN50131-1 and is compliant to EN50131-2-6. It operates as either a normally closed or normally open circuit changing its state when the magnet housing is moved away from the contact housing. This contact can be used on windows and doors to detect the unauthorised entry of an intruder.