Electrical and Electronic Components
AC-LVDT Signal Conditioner
May 20, 2013 11:53 am | by PD&D Staff | Product Releases | CommentsAlliance Sensors Group (Moorestown, NJ) has announced the model “S1A” - the a DIN rail mountable, push button calibrated AC-LVDT Signal Conditioner. Ideal applications for the S1A module include turbine control systems, steam valve position feedback, and other types of redundant control systems that use LVDT position sensors.
LISTED UNDER: Control | Data Transmission, Digital
Nickel-Based Energy Storage Technology
May 20, 2013 11:50 am | by PD&D Staff | Varta Batteries Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsVARTA Microbattery (Rye, NY) has announced the addition of HVCAP35, a Nickel (Ni) based energy storage system to the V-Cap Series. VARTA Microbattery's new Ni based energy storage system is a hybrid technology that combines the high energy density advantage of batteries, with the high power advantage of supercapacitors.
LISTED UNDER: Standard Cell
Connectors Conform to M8 Form Factor Standards
May 17, 2013 1:06 pm | by PD&D Staff | Molex Incorporated | Product Releases | CommentsMolex Incorporated (Lisle, IL) supports industrial automation, aerospace, and defense network connectivity with its compact Brad Nano-Change (M8) connectors.
LISTED UNDER: Connectors
Glass-Faced Infrared Panel Heaters
May 16, 2013 5:24 pm | by PD&D Staff | Omega Engineering, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsOmega (Stamford, CT) has announced the OMEGALUX QG Series heaters use a solid black Ceran glass as the emitter face. An optional thermowell from the back of the heater allows for a spring-loaded thermocouple to measure face temperature. This is the best way to use direct temperature control.
LISTED UNDER: Heaters
High-Density BNC Male Connectors
May 16, 2013 11:48 am | by PD&D Staff | Bomar Interconnect Products | Product Releases | CommentsBomar Interconnect Products (Ledgewood, NJ) has announced the addition of high-density BNC male connectors to their extensive BNC connector portfolio. Boasting true 75-Ohm performance, the plugs are ideally suited for employment in digital A/V cards, mobile broadcast, broadcast cameras, and studio integration applications.
LISTED UNDER: Connectors
Next Generation Surge Protector
May 15, 2013 4:02 pm | Thomas Research Products | Product Releases | CommentsThomas Research Products (Huntley, IL) has announced an advanced new generation of their Surge Protector product line. The FSP3-277-20K model Surge Protector is useful in avoiding costly problems in 24/7 outdoor applications, including street lighting, big-box retail, warehouses, parking garages, and transportation facilities.
LISTED UNDER: Voltage Regulating | Reduced Voltage
All SiC 3-Phase Power Module
May 15, 2013 3:50 pm | by PD&D Staff | Cree Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsCree, Inc. (Durham, NC) (Nasdaq: CREE) has introduced the industry’s first commercially available silicon carbide (SiC) six-pack power module. When compared to state-of-the-art silicon modules, the SiC 1.2 kV, 50 A modules deliver performance equivalent to silicon modules rated at 150 A.
LISTED UNDER: Modular
Encoders and Inclinometers with J1939 Interface
May 15, 2013 2:33 pm | by PD&D Staff | Fraba Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsPOSITAL's (Hamilton, NJ) versatile inclinometers and absolute rotary encoders are now available with J1939 communications interfaces. POSITAL's versatile inclinometers and absolute rotary encoders are now available with J1939 communications interfaces.
LISTED UNDER: Rotary
Dual LNA from TriQuint Semiconductor
May 14, 2013 4:57 pm | by PD&D Staff | Triquint Semiconductor, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe TQP3M9041 from TriQuint Semiconductor (Hillsboro, OR) is a high linearity, ultra-low noise figure, dual device amplifier. Features include: A frequency range from 2.4GHz to 4GHz.
LISTED UNDER: Amplifiers
C RS T Product Line
May 14, 2013 12:52 pm | by PD&D Staff | Product Releases | CommentsRoxtec (Sweden) C RS T’s new approval for IP69K demonstrates its capability for protecting equipment during industrial high pressure cleaning with very hot water. The cable entry seal is designed for installation in cabinets and enclosures.
LISTED UNDER: Cable | Systems Design
Illuminated Pushbutton Switch
May 14, 2013 12:49 pm | by PD&D Staff | E-Switch | Product Releases | CommentsE-Switch (Minneapolis, MN) has announced an RGB color option for the LP6 series LED illuminated pushbutton switch. Available with either SPST or DPST circuit options, the LP6 series is a momentary switch. The applications and markets for this switch include consumer electronics, medical devices, audio/visual, instrumentation, vending machines, and kiosks.
LISTED UNDER: Pushbutton
ACCU-P Thin Film Capacitors
May 14, 2013 12:46 pm | by PD&D Staff | Avx Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsAVX Corporation (Greenville, SC) has announced that the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has issued Drawings for high-reliability versions of its Accu-P thin film capacitor series, which exhibits both extremely low capacitance values and ultra-tight capacitance tolerances.
LISTED UNDER: Capacitance/Inductance
Industrial-Grade LED Message Displays
May 13, 2013 12:40 pm | by PD&D Staff | Automationdirect | Product Releases | CommentsAutomationDirect (Cumming, GA) has introduced the ViewMarq line of industrial-grade LED message displays, utilizing the latest LED and communications technologies to help communicate important information in industrial environments. Used to display preformatted messages or factory floor data, the displays can be controlled from a PLC or any device that uses supported protocols.
LISTED UNDER: LEDs | Light Sources
Hall Effect Sensor Coded Switch
May 13, 2013 11:23 am | by PD&D Staff | Elma Electronic Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsElma Electronic Inc. (Fremont, CA) has introduced the X4, the first in a family of new rugged switches based on the latest Hall Effect sensor coding technology. The X4 Series Hall Effect Sensor Coded Switch is designed to meet IP68 (with optional sealing).
LISTED UNDER: Environmentally Sealed | Pushbutton | Hall Effect
Double-Deck Fuse & Disconnect Terminal Blocks
May 10, 2013 5:12 pm | by PD&D Staff | Wago Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsJust 5.2 to 6.2 mm wide, WAGO Corporation's TOPJOB®S Double-Deck Fuse and Disconnect Terminal Blocks are up to 24% more compact than existing designs on the market. Space-efficiency is achieved by carrying fusing or disconnect capabilities on the top deck, and through or ground connections below.
LISTED UNDER: Terminal Boards
