Industrial
SMT Metal Battery Holder Eases Replacement
March 25, 2010 5:39 am | Product Releases | CommentsRenata is offering the SMTMxxxx Series of battery holders that will house various lithium manganese dioxide bare cells, including the CR1225, CR1632, CR2032, CR2025, CR2325, CR2430, and CR2450. This holder provides
Kit Invites Energy Harvesting and Wireless Exploration
March 24, 2010 2:05 pm | Product Releases | CommentsEchoflex Solutions introduced the EEK200C Evaluation Kit. The kit enables integrators and OEMs to explore EnOcean wireless energy harvesting technologies within the context of their own buildings. Encapsulated in the kit are the
Touchscreens Operate in Solar, Oil, Gas and Mobile App
March 22, 2010 11:18 am | Product Releases | CommentsIDEC now has a new 5.7” HG2G OI touchscreen model with 12V DC for applications limited to battery-power or using low-voltage solar energy. The panel depth is 36 mm for limited , and it is available as a monochrome (500 cd/m2) or 256-color (350cd/m2) display. An optional built-in Ethernet port (10/100 BaseT) allows
T-Splitter Suits Industrial Applications
March 22, 2010 11:00 am | Product Releases | CommentsBinder-USA has announced the release of a T-shaped splitter for the Series 870 7/8” connectors. The T-splitter is used to connect several devices for a power supply or a bus connection. Designed for DeviceNet applications, the 7/8” connectors are
Fullerene Discovery Sparks Research
March 22, 2010 10:10 am | Blogs | CommentsA team at the University of Florida has discovered that functionalized fullerenes heat, ignite, glow and transform into other carbon nanostructures such as carbon nanotubes upon exposure to low-intensity laser light.
In-line DSL CPE MicroFilter Presented as World’s Smallest
March 19, 2010 6:44 am | Product Releases | CommentsPulse introduced what it asserts is the first digital subscriber line (DSL) NanoFilter. The Z-321NF in-line DSL customer premises equipment (CPE) MicroFilter offers both voice and data protection by
RF Switch Operates to 3 GHz with 2 Million Switching Operations
March 19, 2010 6:29 am | Product Releases | CommentsNarda, an L-3 Communications company, introduced the Model MS-SMA-020 SPDT fail-safe RF mechanical switch that operates from DC to 3 GHz. It is appropriate for
Fanless Atom System Features Small Footprint
March 19, 2010 6:12 am | Product Releases | CommentsLogic Supply introduced an ultra-slim, fanless Intel Atom system housed in a ruggedized, small-footprint enclosure. A flexible, efficient solution for seamless deployment in industrial environments, public access areas, or remote locations, the SolidLogic Atom JT01 is designed to
Plug In Modules Integrate with M2M
March 19, 2010 5:52 am | Product Releases | CommentsJanus Remote Communications expanded its Terminus platform of GSM/GPRS, CDMA, and UMTS modem devices to include board-level, plug-in modules for use in wireless communication applications. Developed in cooperation with wireless module manufacturer Telit Wireless Solutions, these interchangeable modules are
Machine Vision LED Ring Lights Suit High Light Intensity Apps
March 17, 2010 7:28 am | Product Releases | CommentsIHR Series High Power Ring Lights from LDDLIGHT.com are designed for applications requiring high light intensity, illumination of large areas or long working distances. The company asserts its IHRs are
Spring-engaged Servomotor Brakes Provide Secure Holding
March 17, 2010 7:22 am | Product Releases | CommentsNexen introduced a complete line of servomotor brakes designed to mount to servomotors up to 20 hp. The Eclipse Servomotor Brake family is comprised of spring-engaged servomotor brakes equipped with a
SMD LEDs Come In 0603 Dome Lens Package
March 17, 2010 6:55 am | Product Releases | CommentsKingbright Corporation 0603 dome lens package - HELIOS SMD LEDs (APTD1608 Series). The element’s compact design (1.6 mm x 0.8 mm x 0.95 mm) with 0.70 mm dome lens feature provides focused beams within a narrow viewing angle of 60°, illuminating
Power Rocker Switch is Water Resistant
March 17, 2010 6:46 am | Product Releases | CommentsPhaseda LLC has introduced a water resistant power rocker switch. This HB-series rocker switch has a special internal design that leads water away from the contacts, making it appropriate for
Flat Panel Monitor Features Wide Input
March 16, 2010 7:52 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Industrial Automation Group of Advantech introduced the FPM-5191G Flat Panel Industrial Monitor. The FPM-monitor features an XGA TFT LCD, NEMA4/IP65 compliant flat-sealed front panel, direct VGA and DVI-D video inputs, front-accessible USB port, a vibrant color scheme, and there’s an optional resistive touch screen version.
Snap-on and Ultrasonic PCMCIA IO Card Kits Offer Design Flexibility
March 16, 2010 7:46 am | Product Releases | CommentsITT Interconnect Solutions has developed snap-on and ultrasonic PCMCIA I/O kits with a variety of customizable features for maximum design flexibility. The snap-fit PCMCIA kit consists of a pair of robust mechanically assembled stainless steel card covers that provide
Core2 Duo Fanless Embedded System Includes PCI Slot
March 16, 2010 7:40 am | Product Releases | CommentsBVM announced the availability of the ECK-161B, a Core 2 Duo fanless PC for embedded applications such as multi-media displays with audio for retail stores or exhibitions, POS, surveillance, low power control and monitoring for remote locations. The unit has a
80 W Power Supply Presented as Energy Efficient
March 15, 2010 8:49 am | Product Releases | CommentsCUI Inc’s power line, V-Infinity, announced the release of the VOF-80 open frame AC/DC power supply. The supply has a low no-load power consumption of <0.5 W and is suited for use in
Card Eases Connectivity of Automation Drives to PROFINET-Based Networks
March 15, 2010 6:12 am | Product Releases | CommentsDanfoss Drives introduced the VLT PROFINET MCA120 Option Card, expanding the Ethernet communication capabilities of the VLT AutomationDrive to PROFINET-based networks. This option card handles a single connection with an Actual Packet Interval down to 1 ms in
Universal Adapter System Supports Field and Bench Techs
March 15, 2010 5:30 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe 74-piece RFA-4022 Unidapt Mega-Plus Kit from RF Industries contains everything needed to troubleshoot and test 7-16 DIN, BNC, F, Mini-UHF, MCX, MMCX, N, RCA, reverse polarity SMA and TNC, SMA, SMB, TNC and UHF terminated devices.
Power Lock Box Meets IP65 Standards
March 12, 2010 6:46 am | Product Releases | CommentsITT Interconnect Solutions’ PowerLock Box includes a flange to provide simple and secure sealing into equipment panel cut-outs. Available in lidded and non-lidded versions, the PowerLock Box with flange features an extended front panel measuring 107 mm, providing a
25 MHz Oscilloscope Touts Auto-scale, FFT and Trigger Hold
March 12, 2010 6:38 am | Product Releases | CommentsSaelig Company, Inc. announced the PDS5022S 25 MHz two-channel benchtop oscilloscope with Auto-scale, FFT, and trigger hold -- added features normally found on more expensive instruments. Autoscale can be set to automatically
DAC Helps Enable Clear Diagnostic Images
March 10, 2010 2:32 pm | Analog Devices, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsAnalog Device’s AD5791 high-accuracy 20-bit digital-to-analog converter (DAC) is said to be the industry’s first to feature true 1-ppm (parts per million) resolution and accuracy, provides four times greater accuracy and four times more resolution than competing converters. The AD5791 features
USB Digitizers Exhibit High Signal Fidelity
March 9, 2010 1:37 pm | Product Releases | CommentsGaGe announced the new USB CompuScope Family of USB digitizers The USB CompuScope Family includes three separate models, which feature up to two input channels, up to
Universal Crimp Press Terminates Large Lug Products Up to 4 AWG
March 9, 2010 1:20 pm | Product Releases | CommentsMolex Incorporated announced its heavy-duty TM-4000 Universal Crimp Press, which provides up to 31 kN (7000 lbf) for bench-top crimping large lug products of up to 4 AWG. This direct-drive press is designed for
PA Eliminates the Need for RF Component Matching
March 9, 2010 11:49 am | Product Releases | CommentsCalifornia Eastern Laboratories (CEL) is shipping its uPG2251T6M GaAs power amplifier (PA). According to the company, the PA eliminates the need for RF component matching, which reduces component count and simplifies procurement. The new 2251 PA is
