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Emitter/phototransistor
December 1, 2004 7:06 am | Optek Technology | Product Releases | CommentsThe OPB100 optical emitter/phototransistor pair allows designers to specify parts for variable-distance operation at the cost of a standard sensor. They provide sensing up to 1 m and use standard plastic packaging for easy integration into equipment.
Hybrid Capacitor
December 1, 2004 7:06 am | Evans Findings Co. | Product Releases | CommentsThis tantalum button cell hybrid capacitor is high voltage and fits a standard 2325 coin cell battery holder. Rated 1800µF at 50 V, it has more than 10 times the energy density of similar aluminum electrolytic capacitors. Small, lightweight, and compact, it fits easily, using automated assembly.
Flexible Grip Material
December 1, 2004 7:06 am | Rogers Corp. | Product Releases | Commentsegrips technology is a thin silicone-based product that protects mobile phones, PDAs, and other handheld devices from being dropped and broken by giving users a slip-free grip.
Safe-edge Wire Belting
December 1, 2004 7:06 am | Wire Belt Company Of America | Product Releases | CommentsC-CureEdge belting features closed-loop ends designed to greatly reduce the risk of employee accidents, including cuts and scrapes. Even in the event of improper installation, the belt will continue to operate safely, even if running backwards, and will not inflict injury to the operator.
Panel Fasteners (9385)
December 1, 2004 7:06 am | Pennengineering | Product Releases | CommentsReelFast SMT surface mount panel fasteners are designed and packaged for mounting to PC boards using standard automated surface mount techniques.
Pump Controller
December 1, 2004 7:06 am | Symcom Inc | Product Releases | CommentsThe IS ISS-105 Super Cell is a five-channel, intrinsically safe, multiple pump system controller. It can be configured for a variety of applications including alternating or non-alternating duplex, duplex separate pump stop, triplex, and quadplex applications.
High-temperature Wheel
December 1, 2004 7:06 am | Colson Caster Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsThe ThermoTech wheel can operate in temperatures higher than 500°F, yet has a soft tread. It uses a corrosion-resistant aluminum core with a 70 Shore A rubber tread to provide a silent and smooth operation.
Robotic Cable Carrier
December 1, 2004 7:06 am | Igus Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsTriflexR flexible Energy Chain is a cable carrier designed for robotic applications requiring 3D and multi-axis freedom of movement. It can move multi-dimensionally on the x, y, and z axes and can twist up to 380 degrees per yard, enabling easy movement around complex configurations.
Pin-type Fastener
December 1, 2004 7:06 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe SLIC Pin is a pin-type fastener that features a spring-loaded, self-locking implanted plunger (locking detent). SLIC is an acronym for Self-Locking Implanted Cotter, and as the name implies, the pin is self-locking and the plunger acts as an automatic cotter.
Thermocouple Sensor
December 1, 2004 7:06 am | Watlow | Product Releases | CommentsThe Watcouple non-standard thermocouple is a plug-and-play smart sensor designed to provide temperature measurement with one-third the drift and four times the accuracy of Type K thermocouples, with longer life.
Embedded Controller
December 1, 2004 7:06 am | National Instruments Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsCompactRIO is an ultra high-performance embedded control and acquisition platform powered by reconfigurable I/0 (RIO) technology for advanced applications where small size and reliability are crucial.
Linear Guide System (9367)
December 1, 2004 7:06 am | Kerk Motion Products | Product Releases | CommentsThe RGS rapid guide screw is a compact mechanical screw-driven slide that provides precision motion control at linear speeds that can exceed 60 in./sec over lengths up to 96 in. It requires no lubrication, adjustment, or maintenance while providing more than 100 million inches of travel life.
Linear Motor Table
December 1, 2004 7:06 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe LX80L miniature linear motor table is a precision, long travel, linear motor driven positioning system in a compact package. It features a miniature cross section (66 x 45 mm or 80 x 45 mm) and is available in travels up to 750 mm.
Pulse-width Modulator
December 1, 2004 7:06 am | Microchip Technology Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe MCP1630 is a high-speed pulse-width modulator used to develop intelligent power systems. When used with a microcontroller, it can be used to control output voltage or current, switching frequency, maximum duty cycle, and other features.
Wireless Data Acquisition
December 1, 2004 7:06 am | Microstrain Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Agile-Link wireless data acquisition system is designed for use with wireless strain gauges, accelerometers, and millivolt level inputs. It is capable of simultaneous, high speed data acquisition.
