Product Releases
Multi-Function DMM
September 25, 2007 6:42 am | CommentsProtek Test and Measurement introduces its model 6300 category III 600V five-in-one, multi-function, 4,000 count, DMM and also its model 6100. The 6300 has built-in light level, sound level, relative humidity and temperature capabilities in addition to DMM functions. The 6300 and 6100 are auto-ranging 4,000 count DMMs with 3-3/4¨ digit displays. In addition to measuring AC/DC voltages from 100 µV to 1,000V, AC/DC current from 400 µA to 10A, and resistance from 0.1? to 40 Meg?
Infrared Thermometer with Circle/Dot Laser Sighting
September 25, 2007 6:37 am | CommentsOmega Engineering, Inc. introduces its model OSXL450 non-contact thermometer. Simple to operate, it reads temperatures in less than a second. Its laser sighting system defines the target for point and shoot measurement of temperatures from -20°C to +320°C (-4°F to +608°F). With a backlit display for night use and auto power-off, this IR thermometer comes with a wrist strap and batteries. CE compliant, it is suitable for use in manufacturing, automotive and
Modular Spindle Drives
September 25, 2007 6:37 am | CommentsMaxon Precision Motors announces its GP 22 S and GP 32 S gearheads that are adjusted for spindles, withstand high loads and assemble easily due to a special spindle intake. Three standard spindle types include metric spindles, trapeze spindles and spherical rotating spindles. They are available in steel or ceramic variations up to 200 mm in length, and they are supplied with matching spindle nuts.
SMD Rotary DIP Switches
September 25, 2007 6:24 am | CommentsOmron Electronic Components LLC announces its A6RS series of gull-winged terminal surface mounted (SMD) rotary DIP switches for static function-select settings on control boards. These top-actuated switches are available with flat or extended shafts, 10 position (decimal) or 16 position (hexadecimal) outputs and terminal arrangements of 4 × 1 and 3 × 3 which allow for flexibility in circuit design.
Handheld Digital Multimeters
September 25, 2007 5:44 am | Agilent Technologies | CommentsAgilent Technologies, Inc. announces its U1240A Series of handheld digital multimeters that provide functions that are optimal for installation and maintenance applications. It enables users to observe open/close switch behaviors in the presence of intermittent signals. Users can also gauge the extent of transformer heating or the efficiency of refrigeration systems with the DMM's dual and differential temperature capabilities. The series comprises two models: the U1241A and U1242A.
CompactPCI Chassis with Built-In System Monitoring
September 25, 2007 4:51 am | CommentsElma Electronic Inc. announced the Type 39 CompactPCI enclosure with built-in system monitoring. The chassis features a 3U 4 HP configurable system monitor with Ethernet, RS-232, Web and Command Line Interface (CLI) capabilities. The unit monitors up to 8 voltages, 12 fan-fail signals, 8 temperature sensors
Efficient, 2.5 MHz Synchronous Buck Regulator for Light Load Operation
September 24, 2007 12:52 pm | CommentsProductive Product: Micrel launched the MIC2238, a 2.5 MHz dual 800 mA synchronous buck (step-down) regulator housed in a 3 mm × 3 mm MLF package. Its unique switching architecture scheme, Trickle Mode, enables desirable light load efficiency for Li-Ion battery powered systems that require maximum efficiency in order to prolong use. The MIC2238 is appropriate for portable applications including cellular phones, portable media players, WiMax modules, GPS systems, digital still and video cameras.
Single-Chip Automotive CMOS Image Sensors
September 24, 2007 12:40 pm | CommentsOmniVision Technologies, Inc. unveils its near infrared (NIR) capable single-chip automotive CMOS image sensors which can operate in dual mode, allowing them to function equally well in both day and night vision applications. The NIR capability improves functionality for automotive safety and security applications while allowing OEMs and automotive manufacturers to simplify system designs. This dual mode night vision capability is useful in driver assistance and safety applications
Ambient Light Sensor Works in Direct Sunlight
September 24, 2007 12:37 pm | CommentsAvago Technologies announces its model APDS-9007 ambient light sensor with a logarithmic output response over a range of lighting conditions that covers a range of brightness from 3 lux to 70 K lux, making it suitable for mobile applications as well as outdoor lighting and solar panels which may be operated under direct sunlight. Designed to closely follow the human-eye spectral response curve, the sensor reduces power consumption and saves battery life in portable and mobile devices
Hazardous Area Vibration Sensors
September 24, 2007 12:34 pm | CommentsWilcoxon Research introduces a range of sensors rated for operation in hazardous areas and in machinery health monitoring applications. With the Intrinsic Safety (IS) certification, they can be used where flammable or explosive materials are present without causing electrical sparks or “hot spots” strong enough to cause ignition of gases or dusts in the air. The sensors meet the standards for IS and explosion-proof certification that are established by the NFPA in the U.S., the CSA in Canada and CENELEC in the European Union.
Low Noise Block Satellite Controllers
September 24, 2007 12:33 pm | 3M Electronics Solutions Division | CommentsIntegrating all bias, control and power management functions into a single chip, the latest low noise block (LNB) satellite controllers from Zetex Semiconductors help achieve LNB size reductions of up to 30 percent, according to the company. Three LNB controllers have been introduced: The ZXNB4100 (negative volt bias) and ZXNB4200 (zero volt bias) for single universal LNBs with FET switching topologies, and the ZXNB2200 for C-band LNB designs.
Embeddable Presence Sensor
September 24, 2007 12:26 pm | CommentsBanner Engineering Corp. introduces its M-GAGE wireless sensor node for vehicle sensing using the SureCross Wireless Network. This specially optimized sensor is encapsulated in a rugged, IP67 SureCross Node enclosure and accompanied by a FlexPower battery that supplies power for both sensing and wireless connectivity for up to 10 years. The sensor offers greater durability and reliability than inductive loops.
Ports for SH2 and H8S Microcontrollers
September 24, 2007 12:22 pm | Renesas | CommentsSegger Microcontroller Systeme GmbH announced embOS support for the Renesas SH2 and H8S series of microcontrollers which features the entire variety of communication mechanisms, tasks and communication instances that can be dynamically created, deleted and configured.
Miniature Precision Mass Airflow Sensor
September 24, 2007 12:21 pm | CommentsOmron Electronic Components LLC announces its D6F-03 uni-directional MEMS mass flow sensor which uses a thermopile element that converts thermal energy into electrical energy. It is capable of measuring mass airflow up to 3 LPM with a ±5 percent full-scale repeatable accuracy. These sensors exhibit stable output performance across the entire scale. Through packaging that uses miniaturization techniques, these devices measure 16.8 mm × 8 mm × 36.6 mm
Programmable Encoders for Miniaturized Applications
September 24, 2007 12:16 pm | CommentsSick Stegmann, Inc. introduces its user-programmable DiCoder CKS 36 programmable motor feedback system which provides resolution up to 2,048 pulses per revolution and commutation signals of up to 32 pole pairs. It provides rugged operation and precise performance in applications with operating temperatures ranging from -20°C to 110°C. These encoders feature Mini-Disc (MiDi) technology, a very small code disc that includes a track radius of 2 mm
