Stand-Alone Stepper Drives
August 3, 2007 11:22 am | Product Releases | CommentsApplied Motion Products announces its STAC6-Si high performance stepper drives for 220 VAC operation. These drives are programmable for stand-alone operation with Si Programmer Windows-based software with integrated tuning. A graphical point-and-click format combines motion, I/O and operator interface functionality for simple machine sequencing. As a result, the device integrates on a machine with other devices such as sensors and PLCs. The drives feature current output from 0.5A to 3.2A with 220V AC input, and they provide software selectable resolutions from
LISTED UNDER: Electromechanical/Mechanical DevicesLow Voltage Disconnect Switch
August 3, 2007 11:16 am | Product Releases | CommentsCole Hersee Co. introduces its low voltage disconnect (LVD) switch that eliminates dead batteries by automatically disconnecting non-critical loads from a battery when the battery falls below a predefined threshold. When the battery voltage is restored, the switch automatically restores the functionality of the ancillary equipment. The switch prevents the loads from disconnecting during starting, and it provides over-current, short-circuit and over-temperature protections to ensure
LISTED UNDER: Electromechanical/Mechanical DevicesNEMA 23 Brushless DC Motor
August 3, 2007 11:10 am | Product Releases | CommentsMagmotor introduces its compact high performance 8-pole brushless DC motor that is well suited for robotic drive systems, medical equipment and other automation applications where high torque to weight ratio are important. The motor is capable of 20 percent more torque than a standard 4-pole servo motor configuration for applications that may currently require NEMA 34 motors. The design produces a continuous torque up to
LISTED UNDER: Electromechanical/Mechanical DevicesInput Devices for Portable Handheld Applications
August 3, 2007 11:00 am | Product Releases | CommentsAvago Technologies announces its series of slim scrollwheel input devices that are available in 12 standard configurations for portable handheld applications. The model AMRX-1510 provides an integrated system for scrolling, directional navigation and push-button selection in a 1.9 mm × 18.5 mm package. The device combines an illuminated scrollwheel input device with tactile left, right, up and down navigation switches, and a center "select" button
LISTED UNDER: Electromechanical/Mechanical DevicesVibration Limit Switch for Sensing Bulk Solids
August 3, 2007 10:51 am | Product Releases | CommentsPepperl+Fuchs introduces Vibracon LVL-B series vibration limit awitches. The series sensors are insensitive to material build-up, external vibration and flow noise, and they have no mechanical moving parts for maintenance-free level sensing of bulk solids materials. The switches are well suited for sensing fine or coarse-grained material such as grain, sugar, animal feed, beans, gypsum, sand, plastic granules, chalk, cereals, rice, detergents and cement.
LISTED UNDER: Electromechanical/Mechanical DevicesDust Proof and Water Resistant Pushbutton Switch
July 19, 2007 5:00 am | Product Releases | CommentsPhaseda LLC announced the HY52 pushbutton switch. This switch is rated IP54 and offers protection against dust and water without external PVC cap. It boasts high electrical rating up to 20A 125V AC with UL approval, suitable for many power applications, like power tools, battery powered toy cars and vacuum cleaners. This switch snaps into industrial standard panel cut-out size. The function includes DPST, SPST On/Off and
LISTED UNDER: Electromechanical/Mechanical DevicesMechanical Vibration Switch for Machine Shutdown Protection
July 17, 2007 5:20 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Model 685A07 Mechanical Vibration Switch from the IMI Sensors Division of PCB Piezotronics (PCB) comes standard with an external pushbutton reset, and does not require power to operate. The switch uses a spring loaded, magnetically coupled sensor which can be externally adjusted for higher or lower sensitivity. This technology is suitable for cooling towers, fans, small motors or pumps, or any installation which requires immediate shutdown when increased vibration levels are present.
LISTED UNDER: Electromechanical/Mechanical DevicesNEMA 8 Sub-Miniature Hybrid Stepping Motor
July 12, 2007 6:29 am | Product Releases | CommentsNippon Pulse America introduced NEMA Size 8 hybrid stepper motors that produce high speed and torque in a sub-miniature, RoHS-compliant package. They are suited for motion control applications where small size with high torque is essential. The torque levels reached with this step motor line makes them an alternative to servomotors in many applications. The compact and lightweight 1.8º NEMA 8, bipolar hybrid stepper motors provide flexibility in applications with limited space.
LISTED UNDER: Electromechanical/Mechanical DevicesLocking Rocker Switch Provides Increased Safety
July 11, 2007 10:25 am | Product Releases | CommentsCole Hersee Company announced the 58336 Locking Rocker Switch, which automatically locks in the off position, and a slider must be actuated before the switch can be turned on. Suitable for applications that require an additional level of safety and security, the switch offers a bright orange actuator that allows users to easily view if the switch is locked. It is weather-resistant and provides SPST On-Off configuration, and offers
LISTED UNDER: Electromechanical/Mechanical DevicesSMD Detection Switch Available in Right or Left Operation Direction
July 6, 2007 5:12 am | Product Releases | CommentsOmron Electronic Components LLC announces the availability of the D3SH series of ultra-small size, low profile SMD switches. Measuring just 3.4 mm × 3.0 mm × 0.9 mm and weighing just 0.02g, the switch is utilized in presence/absence applications to detect location with an on-off signal. A unique mechanism enables high contact reliability and precision operation. The switch is available in SPST-NO or SPST-NC contact configuration with a rating of 1 mA @ 5V DC. These versatile switches are available in right or left operating direction, with standard levers (1.6 mm travel) or long levers (2.1 mm travel),
LISTED UNDER: Electromechanical/Mechanical DevicesMiniaturized Solid State Relays
July 5, 2007 9:24 am | Product Releases | CommentsAvago Technologies announces its ASSR-301C/302C and ASSR-401C/402C relays that are designed for sensing and multiplexing applications such as test and measurement and data acquisition systems where low power consumption and high system throughput are essential. These solid state relays provide low off-state capacitance of less than 15 pF for good signal isolation and low on-resistance for less insertion loss. Low off-state leakage of less than 10 nA
LISTED UNDER: Electromechanical/Mechanical DevicesHeater Kit
July 5, 2007 9:15 am | Product Releases | CommentsOmega Engineering, Inc. introduces its Kapton Heater Kit that has thin, flexible heaters with adhesive backing so they conform to almost any flat or curved surface. Etched foil design and constructed in 15 different shapes, this versatile kit will suit almost any application. These heaters withstand temperature extremes from -200°C to +200°C (-328°F to 392°F), they have exceptional tensile strength and tear-resistance and they are chemically resistant to many solvents and oils.
LISTED UNDER: Electromechanical/Mechanical DevicesDirect Drive Frameless Motors
July 5, 2007 9:06 am | Product Releases | CommentsApplimotion’s ULT Series direct drive frameless motors are available in sizes down to 27 mm in diameter with axial length from an 8 mm to a 20 mm through-hole. These smaller sizes enable the motors to be used for optics applications as well as traditional direct drive rotary table systems. They are suitable for precision positioning with the use of a high resolution encoder or for continuous scanning in medical devices, computer component manufacturing or optical inspection
LISTED UNDER: Electromechanical/Mechanical DevicesAC and DC Fan Tray Assemblies
July 5, 2007 8:07 am | Product Releases | CommentsOrion Fans offers a line of standard 3-, 6- and 9-fan assemblies for enclosure and machine cooling applications. In addition, custom fan tray assemblies are available to meet customer specifications. All fan assemblies feature thermal protection circuitry and heavy-duty steel construction. Low-noise and high-speed versions are available in both AC and DC fan trays
LISTED UNDER: Electromechanical/Mechanical DevicesMotors with Built-In Encoders
July 5, 2007 8:03 am | Product Releases | CommentsBodine Electric Co. announces its Incodermotors, a selection of permanent magnet DC and brushless DC motors and gearmotors that are equipped with encoders inside the motor. They are pre-wired and fully tested motor-encoder combinations that are ready to drop into an OEM’s design. Since the encoder is inside the motor
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