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Fluid Control
September 5, 2003 8:18 am | Fluid Metering, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Model STRH for precision fluid control in analytical process instrumentation integrates the CeramPump valveless piston pumping principal with precision stepper control.
Linear Ball Screw Stages
September 5, 2003 8:18 am | Aerotech, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe compact ATS1000 stage is a small cross section, medium payload capacity, and environmentally protected solution for precision applications.
Multi-function Grip Handle
September 5, 2003 8:18 am | Itt Industries, Cannon | Product Releases | CommentsA multi-function grip handle designed for the demands of the off-road industry, the MFGS3 can incorporate five momentary switches and two optional rockers. The complete assembly consists of housing, cable, and momentary and rocker switches with PC board.
Molded Cordsets (6627)
September 5, 2003 8:18 am | Interpower Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsNEMA 5-20P cordsets are for equipment rated up to 20 A with service at 125 Vac with UL listing and CSA certification. These Interpower cordsets are available with 2.5 m of 3 x 12 AWG, SJT cable. Applications include power servers, disc drive systems, and industrial equipment.
Vent Panels
September 5, 2003 8:18 am | Laird Technologies | Product Releases | CommentsMaxAir is a new vent panel product line that promises increased airflow, dent resistance, and EMI protection. Unlike traditional metal honeycomb, MaxAir vent panels are constructed of nickel/copper-plated polymeric honeycomb, which is dent-resistant and offers rigidity.
Control Switch Relay
September 5, 2003 8:18 am | Electroswitch | Product Releases | CommentsThe Series 24 control switch relay provides both manual and supervisory control of power circuit breakers. Configurable for various power industry applications, it combines the functions of a control switch and a remote-controlled solenoid. No special wiring is required.
Adhesive Dispensing
September 5, 2003 8:18 am | Conprotec Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Mixpac S-50 system for two-component adhesive dispensing is designed to work with manually operated dispensers as well as with a new battery-powered EZ-mix HI hand-held dispensing unit.
Temperature-responsive Foam Packaging
September 5, 2003 8:18 am | Ufp Technologies Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsA new temperature-activated foam packaging solution is designed from thermochromatic Volara. Packaging can be fabricated from cross-linked, closed-cell polyolefin foam that changes color when exposed to certain temperatures.
Magnetically Shielded Power Inductors
September 5, 2003 8:18 am | Jw Miller Div. Of Bell Industries, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsHigh-current surface-mount power inductors provide a variety of sizes and values for increased current flexibility and versatility.
Spring-applied Multiple Disc Electric Brakes
September 5, 2003 8:18 am | The Carlyle Johnson Machine Company, L.L.C. | Product Releases | CommentsModel FEB spring set electric brakes are engineered for the particular demands of aerospace, robotics, manufacturing, medical, and military applications. The Model FEB's composite multiple friction surfaces are designed to offer the highest torque in the smallest space.
New Bearings For Pump Applications
September 5, 2003 8:13 am | Product Releases | CommentsExplorer angular contact ball bearings have been designed to enable pump designers and manufacturers to add value to their products by increasing service life and reducing warranty claims. In fact, they are specifically engineered to withstand the toughest operating conditions.
Building A Fighting Machine
September 5, 2003 8:03 am | by Len Vermillion | Articles | CommentsBy Len Vermillion, Managing EditorBill Seiler, an electrical engineer in Santa Cruz, CA, spends his time focusing on designing imaging equipment. But, when Product Design and Development announced its Build A Bot Contest last fall, Seiler temporarily turned into a designer of fighting robots.
Device Suitable Where Noise Is High
September 5, 2003 8:01 am | Encoder Products Co. | Product Releases | CommentsThe latest addition to the Accu-Coder line of absolute encoders is the Model 960 Thru-Bore. Along with its mate, the Model 926, it is designed for user-friendliness.
Unit Handles Large Axial Movement
September 5, 2003 8:01 am | Renco Encoders, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsRHS15 Series incremental optical encoders feature modular technology and have an integral bearing system that accommodates large axial and radial shaft movement. They come in a small, lightweight package and are compatible with various outputs and resolutions up to 1,250 cycles per revolution.
Proportional Valves
September 5, 2003 7:51 am | Clippard Instrument Lab., Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsEVP Series valves boast long life, low power, rugged design, and fast response. They provide control of air or gas flow and vary the output flow based on the current input to the solenoid. Consistent gain provides a high degree of control. Clippard Instrument Laboratory Inc., 7390 Colerain Ave.
