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Inch-wide, Multichannel Isolators
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Acromag Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe 630T Series is designed to provide an economical and space-efficient solution to eliminate ground loops, filter signal noise, and block high voltage surges. These single-/dual-channel units receive 4-20 mA inputs and provide fully isolated 4-20 mA output signals.
Globe Valves For Hvac Applications
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Invensys Controls | Product Releases | CommentsThe first two sizes are available for a new series of high-performance globe valves featuring a balanced plug design. Engineered for large commercial HVAC applications, the VB-8000 Series of valves uses a patented design for the plug and seat that eliminates unbalanced pressure forces on the plug.
Modeling Software Upgrade
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Intellicad Technology Consortium | Product Releases | CommentsIntelliCAD 5 supports DWG 2004 and 2005, while maintaining compatibility with previous versions of DWG back to 2.5. Import and export of DWF files, and SVG export have been added, along with numerous stability and performance enhancements.
Hollow Bore Gearmotors
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Baldor Electric Company | Product Releases | CommentsThe new H Box units feature a 1 in. hollow output shaft that can be connected directly to the driven load. This saves space and eliminates expensive shaft couplings, chains or sprockets, as well as costly chain guards and associated hardware commonly used to connect gear motors to loads.
Electrinic Vibration Switch
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Pcb Fab Express | Product Releases | CommentsThe Model 685A01 is a 24 Vdc-powered unit with an explosion-proof housing. The vibration switch provides early warning of machine deterioration and will shut the machine down when the trip level is exceeded, preventing catastrophic damage and expensive repairs.
Encoders/decoders For Remote Control Applications
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Linx Technologies, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMS Series units can be used for remote control and command, security, keyless entry, status monitoring, and other similar applications. They allow the status of up to eight buttons or contacts to be securely transferred via a RF or infrared link.
Digital Displays And Signal Processors
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Hedland Flow Meters | Product Releases | CommentsThis line is designed for use with Activa, Ultima, and Classic turbine flow meters. The newest addition to the line is the panel-mounted HB2800 display for use with the Ultima and Classic flow sensors. It will accept non-amplified low-level frequency input and calculate rate of flow and total flow.
Vertical End Suction, Closed Column Centrifugal Pumps
October 29, 2004 9:47 am | Gusher Pumps | Product Releases | CommentsThe 7550 Series units are designed to eliminate mechanical seal failure problems, saving manufacturers downtime and the costly replacement of seals. The pumps have a closed column for external tank mounting.
Seafaring Sensors
October 29, 2004 9:46 am | Articles | CommentsOceanography's Dream Team Specialized sensors help oceanographers study strange new places at the bottom of the oceans.
Heavy-duty Handle Pins
October 29, 2004 9:45 am | Jergens, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsKwik-Lok T&L pins feature a solid stainless steel handle and button to provide corrosion resistance. The welded handle provides impact resistances as well. A ring is included for easy attachment of an optional lanyard. Standard sizes range from 3/16 to 1 in. nominal pin diameters.
Non-metallic Fasteners For Plating And Chemical Processing
October 29, 2004 9:45 am | Performance Plastic Fasteners | Product Releases | CommentsPerpl-CP custom plastic fasteners are made from advanced polymer materials to provide electrically insulative properties while offering high mechanical strength and corrosion resistance. The fasteners are designed on a custom basis according to application requirements and quantities desired.
Scalable Analog Laser Mesurement Sensors
October 29, 2004 9:45 am | Balluff, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsA series of intelligent distance sensors has two discrete outputs that not only detect the presence of objects but also indicate their precise position and size.
Bezel Panel Pc With Detachable Lcd Monitor
October 29, 2004 9:45 am | Arista Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsThe ARP-1717AX panel PC, priced at $2,495, has a modular computer unit that is detachable and easily removed from the 17-in. display. This provides users with easy maintenance and the ability to quickly upgrade the unit.
Sealed, Illuminated Switches
October 29, 2004 9:45 am | Eao Switch Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsSeries 04 can be used in several combinations, including square and round indicators and pushbuttons, rotary switches, emergency stops, and mushroom-headed pushbuttons. A compact, round indicator is also available for limited space applications.
Adjustable Dc-dc Converter
October 29, 2004 9:45 am | Zetex Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe ZXLD1601, costing 65 cents, and the ZXLD1615, costing 53 cents, provide an adjustable source of bias voltage for LCD and OLED driving. Producing any output up to 28 V from a 2.5 to 5.5 V battery supply, the converters ensure that contrast control is smooth.
