Halogen-free IP67-sealed SMT key switches intended for harsh environment applications
May 18, 2012 9:47 am | Product Releases | CommentsC&K Components has designed a new series of high-performance, IP67-sealed SMT key switches for harsh environment applications. Designated the K12S Series, the robust key switches are available in LED backlighting with a wide selection of colors, and detect versions.
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Rotary stages provide automated material handling capability
May 16, 2012 11:49 am | Product Releases | CommentsAerotech’s CCS series rotary stages (patent pending) with integrated captured collet chucks provide automated material handling capability for a wide range of materials and applications. Collet chucks used with the CCS family accept C-, D- or Levin-style collets that are readily available from machine-tool component suppliers in sizes supporting tube diameters from 0.1 mm to 27 mm.
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Snap-acting detect switches feature up to 100,000 actuations
May 8, 2012 4:27 pm | Product Releases | CommentsC&K Components has significantly extended the operating life of its micro-miniature snap-acting detect switch to 100,000 actuations. Available in four surface mount options, the MDS Series snap-acting switch is also available in vertical and right-angle PCB mount and through-hole versions which now include surface mount options...
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Pushbutton switch targets high power applications
May 4, 2012 5:09 pm | Product Releases | CommentsPhaseda LLC has introduced its RL5 full size pushbutton switch. This high power rated push switch has both single pole and double pole versions, function includes on-off and momentary. It has UL rating at 16A 125 VAC and 3/4HP 250 VAC for high power and motor applications. It is
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Electronic pressure switch touts easy to program on-off set point
May 4, 2012 4:51 pm | Product Releases | CommentsOmega introduced its PSW14 Series of electronic pressure switches which can feature either a single switch with adjustable hysteresis or a dual switch with fixed hysteresis. This CE compliant product has an easy to program on/off set point and its
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IP67-sealed tactile switch intended for smart meter and detection applications
May 2, 2012 1:42 pm | Product Releases | CommentsC&K Components has designed a cost-effective, low-profile tactile switch for a wide range of price-sensitive applications, including smart meters, smoke/fire detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. Designated the KSE Series, the momentary-action tactile switch combines rugged IP67-rated sealing, reliability and a long-operating life with a new optimized and economical design.
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Antimicrobial switches reduce bacteria, mold and fungi by up to 99.9 percent
May 1, 2012 10:55 am | Product Releases | CommentsArcolectric, an Elektron Technology plc brand, today announces a unique new range of antimicrobial switches launched as part of an exclusive partnership with BioCote Ltd. Arcolectric’s best-selling ranges of standard and miniature rocker switches, push button switches, double pole splash resistant switches and splash/dust covers will be manufactured with BioCote’s silver ion technology...
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Servomotors target food, beverage and pharmaceutical equipment
April 23, 2012 11:51 am | Product Releases | CommentsKollmorgen introduced Stainless Steel W Series motors. These IP69K-sealed hygienic servomotors feature an all stainless steel, round housing design that promotes long life and reliable operation in harsh food, beverage and pharmaceutical applications, even subject to
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Stepper motor-drive system rated for a 12-48 VDC input voltage
April 19, 2012 12:05 pm | Product Releases | CommentsHaydon Kerk Motion Solutions announces the release of the DCM4826X stepper motor drive module. The DCM4826X is a bipolar 2 phase chopper drive package rated for a 12-48VDC input voltage and a continuous output current rating of 2.6A rms (3.68A peak) per phase.
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CIT Relay & Switch offers VM3 series 16 amp snap-action switch
April 18, 2012 9:09 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe CIT Relay & Switch VM3 Series snap-action switch offers choice of single pole single throw or single pole double throw circuit. This UL/CUL recognized switch is available in 0.187" or 0.250" quick connect termination. As with all CIT switch product, the VM3 series is RoHS compliant and includes multiple lever and gram force options.
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Planetary gearbox revolutionizes deep drill technology
April 16, 2012 1:15 pm | Product Releases | CommentsIn September 2010 Maxon launched the groundbreaking EC22HD Heavy Duty Downhole Drilling Motor. In combination with its matching GP22HD Heavy Duty Planetary Gearbox, operation on the 'limit of what is bearable' in Deep Drill Technology is now a reality.
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Programmable pushbuttons exhibit wide viewing areas
April 11, 2012 11:12 am | Product Releases | CommentsNKK Switches, today announced it has enhanced the design of its SmartSwitch LCD product line to feature the largest viewing area to cap size in the industry. The wider screen LCD SmartSwitch devices are available for both the 64x32 and 36x24 resolutions...
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Integrated stepper devices include EtherNet/IP
April 9, 2012 12:12 pm | Product Releases | CommentsApplied Motion Products added the STM17R and STM23R drive+motors to its line of integrated steppers. The STM17R integrates a NEMA 17 step motor and a microstepping drive into a single device, and the STM23R does the same with a NEMA 23 step motor and a microstepping drive.
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Clickable switch provides uniform haptic feedback in touch-sensing HMIs
April 4, 2012 10:48 am | Product Releases | CommentsC&K Components has developed a new component concept for complex automotive human machine interfaces (HMIs). Designated the CLK Series, the energy-free electromechanical device provides consistent, self-guided motion with uniform haptic feedback for automotive touch-sensing HMI applications.
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100 Turn Rotary Sensors
March 27, 2012 7:05 am | Product Releases | CommentsNovotechnik U.S. announces the ML Series of rotary sensors. These sensors measure angle up to 100 turns or 36,000° of mechanical travel and have a life of over 15 million turns.
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