Industrial
DC/DC converters reduce board space by up to 50 percent
February 19, 2013 2:26 pm | Texas Instruments | Product Releases | CommentsTexas Instruments Incorporated introduced the industry’s smallest monolithic point-of-load (POL) DC/DC converters for harsh environments, including radiation tolerant, geological, heavy industrial, and oil and gas applications. The 6.3-V, 6-A TPS50601 and the 6.3-V, 3-A TPS50301 are synchronous step- down converters optimized for small form factor designs.
Rackmount additions to RF/IF signal recording, playback systems offer up to 700 MHz
February 19, 2013 2:15 pm | Pentek | Product Releases | CommentsPentek, Inc. announced rackmount additions to its Talon RF/IF signal recording and playback systems. The Model RTS 2707 rackmount system, and Model RTR 2747 rugged rackmount system, offer recording and playback of RF/IF signals up to 700 MHz with signal bandwidths up to 200 MHz.
Ultrasonic clear label sensor has a new “Gap Quickset” feature for easier setup
February 19, 2013 2:06 pm | Product Releases | CommentsThe Lion Precision LRD8200 Ultrasonic Clear Label Sensor has a new “Gap Quickset” feature for easier setup. The feature enables the user to place a gap in the sensor and with one click set the sensor’s “Gap” setting. Previously, operators had to use the Up and Down arrows until a display indicated the proper setting.
IP55-rated AC fans designed for rugged environments
February 19, 2013 1:48 pm | Product Releases | CommentsOrion Fans has expanded its product offering to include IP55-rated versions of its OA Series AC fans, making them ideal for rugged, harsh environment applications. These fans feature diecast aluminum frames and a dual ball bearing system to deliver a reliable and quiet cooling solution.
General Electric will use proceeds from NBCUniversal sale to repurchase $10 billion in shares
February 13, 2013 9:12 am | by SCOTT MAYEROWITZ AP Business Writer | News | CommentsGeneral Electric is saying goodbye to 30 Rock - the building and the TV business born there. It's another step in GE's efforts to focus on less glamorous - but theoretically more profitable - ventures such as manufacturing medical imaging equipment, airplane engines and electrical generators.
Low power sensors consume only 300 µA of current at a power supply level of 3.3 V
February 11, 2013 4:47 pm | Novotechnik U.S., Inc | Product Releases | CommentsNovotechnik U.S. introduces the Contelec Vert-X 21 LP Series of low power sensors. These non-contact angle sensors consume only 300 µA of current at a power supply level of 3.3 V. Other key specifications for Vert-X 21 LP include 0 to 360° measurement range, 12-bit resolution, repeatability to 0.1°,
Insulated-gate bipolar transistors optimized for uninterruptible power supplies, solar, induction heating, industrial motor, and welding applications
February 11, 2013 3:00 pm | International Rectifier | Product Releases | CommentsInternational Rectifier (IR) announced the expansion of its family of 600V insulated-gate bipolar transistors (IGBTs) with the introduction of the IRGP4640D, IRGP4650D and IRGP4660D. The new rugged, reliable devices are optimized for uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), solar, induction heating, industrial motor and welding applications.
Ultra-slim Smart Touch Computer fits a variety of industrial applications
February 11, 2013 2:10 pm | Adlink Technology | Product Releases | CommentsADLINK Technology, Inc. launched the 15.6” Smart Touch Computer BFS-15W02. With a low-power Intel Atom D2550 processor, the BFS-15W02 allows fanless operation up to 50°C while guaranteeing longevity support. Unlike conventional panel PCs, this ultra-slim Smart Touch Computer does not only look appealing, but also provides IP54 protection and outstanding reliability.
3D printing on the micrometer scale
February 8, 2013 4:37 pm | by Eurekalert! | News | CommentsAt the Photonics West, the leading international fair for photonics taking place in San Francisco (USA) this week, Nanoscribe GmbH, a spin-off of Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), presents the world's fastest 3D printer of micro- and nanostructures. With this printer, smallest three-dimensional objects, often smaller than the diameter of a human hair, can be manufactured with minimum time consumption and maximum resolution. The printer is based on a novel laser lithography method.
Programmable Hall device provides easy way to customize output of BEI Hall effect sensors
February 8, 2013 11:29 am | Bei Sensors | Product Releases | CommentsBEI Sensors introduces the Programmable Hall Device (PHD), an easy way to take control of customizing the output of BEI Hall effect sensors. This compact programming unit interfaces between a PC and BEI Hall effect sensors, and provides users with the ability to field program output functions that meet specific requirements.
Control platform enables automation of laboratory and light industrial manufacturing applications
February 8, 2013 10:26 am | Aerotech, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsAerotech’s new Ensemble LAB control platform makes it easier than ever to automate laboratory and light industrial manufacturing applications. The full-color touch-screen display enables quick access to all the core functionality while providing deep contrast and exceptional readability....
Beer: The next great alternative energy source
February 8, 2013 10:10 am | by Kasey Panetta, Associate Editor | Blogs | CommentsForget solar power. The future of energy is beer power. I’m not talking about beer goggles that make you feel like you can invent the perfect form of alternative energy ... but actually using beer to power a brewery. The Alaskan Brewing Co, is located in Juneau, Alaska...
Single-molded test points eliminate standard cut edge
February 7, 2013 3:02 pm | Components Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsComponents Corporation has expanded product offerings to include a series of single-molded test points, eliminating the standard cut edge. The color-coded plastic stand-offs of the new TP-104, TP-105, TP-106 enhance visibility for easy polarization and identification on a crowded circuit board.
EU to order banks, energy firms to report cyber attacks
February 7, 2013 8:44 am | by Ethan Bilby, Reuters | News | CommentsAround 42,000 firms in the European Union, including airports, banks and hospitals, would have to inform regulators whenever their computers are hacked, under a proposed EU law to be published on Thursday.The law could set a global precedent for safeguarding critical infrastructure against digital attacks that have hit companies...
Environmentally sealed connector now certified to European standard
February 6, 2013 12:18 pm | Anderson Power Products | Product Releases | CommentsAnderson Power Products (APP) is pleased to announce that the environmentally sealed Solar SPEC Pak® connector is now certified ETL-EU to the European standard BS EN 50521 for connectors used in photovoltaic systems. The Solar SPEC Pak was the first multipole connector to achieve UL approval under...
LVDTs designed for harsh environments
February 6, 2013 12:05 pm | Product Releases | CommentsAlliance Sensors Group is pleased to announce the new LA-25 series LVDTs for use in steel, aluminum, and paper mills as well as in fluid power systems and hydro plants.An LA-25 is not your grandfather’s LVDT. It is very robust and designed to survive heavy duty applications in harsh environments.
Power supplies designed to charge secondary batteries
February 5, 2013 2:57 pm | Product Releases | CommentsTDK Corporation announces the new TDK-Lambda HWS-L/BAT series of industrial grade 600W and 1000W power supplies. These supplies are designed to charge secondary batteries (e.g., Lithium Ion, Lead Acid, etc.) that are employed in emergency power backup systems. They can also be used in applications
Top 10 posts for January
February 1, 2013 12:41 pm | by Kasey Panetta, Associate Editor | Blogs | CommentsWe had a record-breaking January here at ECN online with our most trafficked month in the history of the website. So, without further delay, here’s a rundown of the most read, most popular, most awesome articles on the web. Take a look at what you missed the first time around or check up on an old favorite to see the conversation in the comments.
Power supply features high efficiency and small form factor
January 30, 2013 2:18 pm | SL Power Electronics Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsSL Power Electronics announces the latest offering in its power dense product line, the CINT3110 AC/DC power solution. As with SL Power’s other high-density open frame AC/DC Industrial/ITE power supplies, the CINT3110 is approved to the highest safety standards, including EN/IEC/UL60950-1, 2nd edition.
Three-phase transformers ideal for instrumentation and industrial controls power applications
January 30, 2013 10:43 am | Product Releases | CommentsWith their advanced performance, rugged construction and superior reliability, the modular IPI Three-Phase Transformer Series from Innovative Power, Inc., delivers superior power management in a wide range of instruments and controls designed for heavy-duty industrial use.
150-watt LED lamp produces 14,790 lumens
January 30, 2013 9:41 am | Larson Electronics Llc | Product Releases | CommentsLarson Electronics announced the release of a 150 watt LED pedestal light designed to provide portable high power illumination in areas designated as hazardous locations. Featuring a 150 watt LED lamp producing 14,790 lumens and a lightweight pedestal base, the HAL-PM-1X150LED-100 Hazardous Location LED Light is ideal for workers who need high power illumination in a portable package.
Thermal interface material designed to transfer heat to heat sink
January 29, 2013 4:13 pm | Fujipoly America | Product Releases | CommentsFujipoly announces the availability of Sarcon50GR-Ae, an extremely soft .5mm thick thermal interface material. The gel-like sheet compound is designed to efficiently transfer heat from its source to a nearby heat sink. The unique physical properties of this material allow it to protect delicate board-level components as it fills unwanted air gaps and levels uneven surfaces.
GPS/Glonass passive flexible loop antenna rivals active patches
January 29, 2013 4:05 pm | Product Releases | CommentsTaoglas USA launched the FXP.611 Cloud, a GPS/Glonass flexible loop antenna that is said to outperform most active patch antennas with an efficiency of 80 percent and a peak gain of 3 dBi across the GPS and Glonass bands (1575 MHz to 1610 MHz). This antenna is able to
Red and green traffic light features waterproof construction
January 28, 2013 3:32 pm | Larson Electronics Llc | Product Releases | CommentsThe EPL-TL-2X10W-C Class 1, Division 1 and Class 2 Division 1 LED Traffic Light from Larson Electronics is a new industrial grade LED lighting solution designed to provide reliable and safe operation in hazardous locations. Featuring long life LEDs and waterproof construction, this versatile signal light is ideal for industrial fueling stations....
Flange-mounted USB 2.0 connectors deliver reliable protection for harsh environments
January 28, 2013 12:54 pm | Conec | Product Releases | CommentsCONEC has expanded its bayonet-locking, IP67-rated industrial USB 2.0 connector series utilizes a 4-hole flange mount nickel plated die-cast housing. The water-resistant USB 2.0 connectors can be mounted on the front or rear side of enclosure panels up to 3.2mm thick.
