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Compound Makes Contamination Less Confounding
July 23, 2003 9:13 am | Rtp Company | Articles | CommentsIn addition to standard manufacturing dilemmas, such as how to get more products finished in less time or how to lessen manufacturing costs, food processors face the responsibility of keeping their food products contamination-free. After all, the health of the public depends upon their success.
Hollow Shaft Resolvers
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Tyco Electronics | Product Releases | CommentsA new line of hollow shaft resolvers, also known as absolute shaft angle transducers, can be used to monitor motor shaft position.
Cable Packaging
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Belden Cdt Electronics Division | Product Releases | CommentsThe new Belcoil packaging available on New Generation multi-conductor sound and security cables is designed to save space and ease setup. The clear plastic wrap dispenser makes the cables weather-, tear-, and crush-resistant while enabling easy identification.
Adhesive Dispenser (6515)
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Efd, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe 752SYS dispensing system applies controlled beads of low-to-medium viscosity adhesives. By
Rotary Switch
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Electro-Mech Components, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe SW44212 pot/switch offers a combination of rotary switch and potentiometer capabilities in a miniature configuration. Dual functionality enables a smaller panel or board footprint for installation, saving space in applications with tight design requirements.
Copper Pin Fin Heat Sink Line
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Cool Innovations, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMiniature UltraCool IV copper pin fin heat sinks provide cooling solutions for small sized devices and for applications in which the space available for cooling purposes is limited. The line features a wide array of copper pin fin heat sinks that range from a footprint of 0.25 in. squared to 0.
Illuminated Toggle Switches
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Product Releases | CommentsTL Series illuminated toggle switches can be used on front panels or in custom designs requiring an operator interface. Polycarbonate toggle actuators are engineered to enhance the LED light sources, providing an evenly diffused and eye-catching illumination.
Differential Pressure Indicator
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Prime Measurement Products, Llc | Product Releases | CommentsRelying on a rupture-proof bellows technique, the Model 232C differential pressure indicator is for use in applications where high accuracies are not of great concern.
Process Pressure Gauge
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Solfrunt Model 1981 Advantage is a 4.5-inch process pressure gauge with 316L stainless steel wetted surfaces and a seamless bourdon tube design. It has a PET turret-style case to provide impact strength and resistance to chemicals.
Torque Transducers (6507)
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Pcb Piezotronics, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsSeries 5310 Torkdisc low-profile rotary torque transducers use rugged, strain-gauge sensing technology and wireless, digital signal telemetry to transmit measurement signals to an adjacent receiver.
Oil-shear Clutch/brakes
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Force Control Industries, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsPosidyne X Class oil-shear clutch/brakes, which are available in food-grade and washdown trim, are suitable for high-cycling machinery in 24/7 production.
Non-contact Analog Position Sensor
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Balluff, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe BIL is a new type of analog absolute linear position sensor that uses proprietary magneto-inductive technology to provide non-contact continuous positioning information.
Liquid Level Sensors (6499)
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Scientific Technologies, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsLF Series miniature liquid level sensors are engineered to operate in small tanks and containers and within a wide range of liquids. They also boast shock resistance and trouble-free life.
Pressure Sensitive Adhesives (6501)
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Mactac | Product Releases | CommentsIF-2090 Series pressure sensitive adhesives are suitable for low surface energy applications, bonding to a variety of difficult surfaces including polypropylene, polyethylene, and powder-coated surfaces.
Dc-ac Inverters With And Without On-board Dimming
July 23, 2003 9:03 am | Endicott Interconnect Technologies Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsA wide range of dc-ac inverters for powering CCFL-backlit LCDs is available with and without on-board PWM dimming. Having PWM dimming on board an inverter makes it directly compatible with a number of display controllers and allows users to install standard parts without having to do custom design.
