Industrial
Four-leaded RGB LED Features 120° Viewing Angle
October 28, 2010 6:45 am | Product Releases | CommentsLumex announced the launch of its through-hole QuasarBrite 4-Leaded RGB LED. With a 120° viewing angle, this four-leaded RGB LED is suited for applications that require high intensity light in spatially restricted spaces. It features
ServoNOW Plug and Play Motion Control System Demo
October 28, 2010 4:44 am | Videos | CommentsThe new Bison ServoNOW integrated intelligence motion control system features a closed loop brushless servomotor with built-in driver, controller, feedback device and universal power supply in a single compact package.
RF Energy Harvesting Kit Enables Battery-Free, Perpetually Powered Wireless Apps
October 26, 2010 1:12 pm | Microchip Technology Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMicrochip Technology Inc. and Powercast Corporation announced the Lifetime Power Energy Harvesting Development Kit for Wireless Sensors featuring PIC microcontrollers with eXtreme Low Power (XLP) Technology. This kit, composed of a 3 Watt Powercaster transmitter as the power source, two
Railway Quality Sine Wave Inverter Generates 300VA
October 22, 2010 2:47 pm | Product Releases | CommentsAbsopulse Electronics’ RSI 300 Series railway quality, DC/AC inverter uses field proven topology to generate a 300VA pure sign wave output voltage. It meets all relevant railway standards including EN 50155, EN50121-3-2 conducted and radiated EMI, EN 55022 Class B, and EN 61000 immunity. This
Single-core, Floating-point DSP Asserted to be Industry’s Fastest
October 19, 2010 11:27 am | Product Releases | CommentsTexas Instruments introduced the C6A816x Integra DSP + ARM generation of processors which feature what are said to be the industry’s fastest single-core floating- and fixed-point DSP performance (up to 1.5 GHz) and the fastest single-core ARM Cortex-A8 core with performance up to
Microprocessors Offer Highest-performing Single-core ARM Cortex-A8, Extreme System Integration
October 19, 2010 11:02 am | Product Releases | CommentsTexas Instruments expanded its portfolio of Sitara ARM microprocessors (MPUs) with new AM389x Sitara MPUs that offer the industry’s highest-performing, single-core ARM Cortex-A8 with performance at up to 1.5 GHz. These MPUs also integrate peripherals that make them suitable for single-board computers, gateways, routers
Multi Measuring Interface Addresses Grid Parameters in a PFC System
October 7, 2010 12:49 pm | Product Releases | CommentsTDK-EPC introduced an EPCOS brand Multi Measuring Interface. The MMI7000 is a universal measuring device to measure and control the most important grid parameters in a PFC system. Harmful conditions in the grid (such as
Metal Pushbutton Switch Adds Color Housing
October 7, 2010 8:25 am | Product Releases | CommentsSchurter announced the addition of a color anodized aluminium housing to its line metal pushbutton switches. The red and green housings can be used to distinguish the start/stop switching functions. The robust vandal proof switch has
The 'indestructible' box from Rose+Bopla - Another Geek Moment
October 7, 2010 6:14 am | Videos | CommentsThis video with Jamie Pederson & co. shows the destructive force required to damage both a polycarbonate and aluminum box manufactured by Rose+Bopla. It's more than you would expect.
Clamp Meters Are Engineered for Demanding Conditions
October 5, 2010 1:53 pm | Product Releases | CommentsFluke Corporation has introduced a family of clamp meters, designed to meet every requirement for testing and maintaining electrical systems, industrial equipment and controls, and commercial and industrial heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment. The company asserts
Broadband 10-dB Directional Coupler Covers 225 MHz to 10 GHz
October 5, 2010 12:54 pm | Product Releases | CommentsNarda introduced the Model 3000-10, a coaxial directional coupler that provides 10 dB of coupling from 225 MHz to 10 GHz, has flat frequency response characteristics, high directivity, and
Low-loss, 18 GHz RF Coaxial Cable Assemblies Are Armored
October 5, 2010 12:03 pm | Product Releases | CommentsCrystek has ruggedized its LL142 low-loss RF cable assemblies by incorporating a spiraled stainless steel casing, along with extra fortification provided by heavy-duty adhesive strain relief with a
Ceramic Disc Capacitors Aimed at Smart Grid Market
October 4, 2010 1:17 pm | Product Releases | CommentsMeritek’s MCH Series of high voltage (500 VAC) Ceramic disc capacitors is aimed directly at the smart grid market where advanced electronics are being coupled with new metering and monitoring features. With
MicroTCA Platform Includes Four Double-width Full-size AdvancedMC Modules
October 4, 2010 12:48 pm | Product Releases | CommentsKontron introduced its MicroTCA platform OM6040D, which is designed for up to four high-end AdvancedMCs and features a 10 Gbit/s Ethernet switched backplane enabling high data flow rates. In the maximum configuration with 4x Kontron AM5030 processor modules, the 5U platform
Motorized Linear and Rotary Actuators Tout Ease of Use
October 4, 2010 8:53 am | Product Releases | CommentsOriental Motor USA is introducing four motorized linear actuators designed for greater ease of use and high performance in positioning applications. The company’s motorized linear actuators feature the Alpha-Step stepping motor with
Spinning Clinch Bolts Have Self-retracting Feature
October 4, 2010 7:29 am | Product Releases | CommentsPatented PEM spinning clinch bolts for thin metal panels have been introduced with a self-retracting feature enabling the fastener’s captive screw to remain retracted when disengaged. During fastener installation, controlled clinching action permanently
Right Angle LVDT Linear Position Sensors Offer Shortened Unit Length, Resistance to Debris
October 4, 2010 7:04 am | Product Releases | CommentsMacro Sensors offers right angle configurations of its spring-loaded and through bore LVDT position sensors that offer a shortened unit length, and stop debris from accumulating inside the sensor body. LVDTS designed with a radially-mounted electrical connector are
World's First Freeform Escalator
October 1, 2010 5:24 am | by LabEquipment | Videos | CommentsArchitects will be able to create escalators in any shape they want, even freeform curves, thanks to the first significant rethink of escalator design since the 'moving stairway' was invented in 1897. A system known as the 'Levytator' has been developed by Jack Levy, an Emeritus Professor...
Signal Integrity Network Analyzers Measure 40 GHz, Four-Port S-Parameters
September 30, 2010 6:59 am | Product Releases | CommentsLeCroy Corporation launched the SPARQ series of Signal Integrity Network Analyzers. The instruments measure 40 GHz S-parameters on up to four-ports with single button press. The units are positioned as
Network Analyzer Handles Gapless Measurements from 10 MHz to 110 GHz
September 30, 2010 6:48 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Rohde & Schwarz ZVA110 high-end network analyzer covers the entire frequency range from 10 MHz to 110 GHz. Its dynamic range, high output power and measurement speed make the analyzer appropriate for
10-A Relay Features 12- and 24-V Coil
September 30, 2010 6:30 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe CIT Relay & Switch J107E1 Series is the industry standard 10 A featuring 12-V and 24-V coil. Small in size and presented as robust, this relay is cUL listed and RoHS compliant. The contact arrangement is (1A) SPST or (1C) SPDT with contact rating of 10 A at 250 VAC and 30 VDC. The contact resistance is
PC-104, 1 GHz SBC Supports Networking and Communications
September 30, 2010 6:17 am | Product Releases | CommentsWinSystems introduced a PC/104-compatible 1 GHz single board computer (SBC), dubbed the PCM-VDX-2-512. It is designed for headless space- and power-limited systems. It has two Ethernet, four USB 2.0, and four asynchronous serial channels plus
Oscilloscope Series Provides Up to 45 GHz of Bandwidth and 120 GS-s of Sample Rate
September 30, 2010 5:53 am | Product Releases | CommentsLeCroy Corporation’s new line of WaveMaster 8Zi-A digital oscilloscopes, Serial Data Analyzers, and Disk Drive Analyzers provides up to 45 GHz of bandwidth and 120 GS/s of sample rate. Asserted to be the world’s highest bandwidth and fastest sample rate real-time oscilloscope, the series also features
Wireless IO Modules and Radio Modems Are Outdoor-rated
September 29, 2010 8:53 am | Product Releases | CommentsB&B Electronics Manufacturing Co., Inc. today announced that it is expanding its Zlinx Industrial Wireless product line with the Zlinx Xtreme IP67 Outdoor-Rated Radio Modems and I/O Modules. Featuring license-free, proprietary RF, the products are
AC-DC Digital PWM IC Integrates 800-V Bipolar Power Transistor
September 29, 2010 8:47 am | Product Releases | CommentsiWatt’s iW1810 AC/DC digital PWM IC, which is designed for the industrial market, integrates an 800-V bipolar power transistor to protect rugged offline power supplies for household appliances, motor control, and smart meters from high-line surge voltage while
