CANbus controller
SAELIG CO., PITTSFORD, N.Y. CANatomBOX is a compact embedded controller targeted for Windows-based embedded CANbus control applications. It is made in Europe by Janz AG. Saelig is marketing the product in the United States. The controller is based on Intel’s 945GME 1.6 GHz Atom processor and can be customized with a variety of hardware and software options. With 512 MB SD-RAM and 2 GB in CompactFlash, the system boots quickly. Passive cooling allows it to have no moving parts The footprint is 3.7 x 6.3 x 9.0 inches for the standard version, and 5.7 x 6.3 x 9.0 inches for two-PCI-slot version. U.S. prices start at $1,399.
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 Thermometers and thermowells
SWAGELOK CO., SOLON, OHIO. New dampened-movement bimetal thermometers operate at temperatures from -70 to 540 °C (-100 to 1,000 °F) and are available in adjustable-angle, center-back, and lower-back mount process connections. Every thermometer is factory calibrated, and the products feature external reset for field calibration. The thermometers are accurate to ±1 percent of full scale in accordance with ASME B40.200 and are actuated by a sensitive bimetal coil. Silicone-free gel in the thermometer stem dampens vibration. Dials are hermetically sealed to prevent fogging and to protect working parts. Thermowells are also available. They are designed to protect the thermometers from contact with viscous, pressurized, corrosive, or abrasive process fluids, and also to permit removal of thermometers for replacement or service without affecting the process or system. The thermowells are standard in 304 stainless steel, and 316 stainless steel is available upon request. The product is available in straight, reduced, and tapered shaft designs.
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Continuous gasket vent
TECH-ETCH INC., PLYMOUTH, MASS. The company is offering honeycomb vents for EMI shielding with a new continuous integrated gasket. Continuous lengths of the beryllium-copper gaskets are mechanically installed under the inner perimeter of the vent’s aluminum extrusion frame. The entire vent system is plated as one piece, so all honeycomb cells, the integrated gaskets, and the frame are joined to increase conductivity and shielding effectiveness. The new gaskets are in stock and the efficient mechanical production method has reduced lead times. Tech-Etch manufactures custom and standard EMI shielded honeycomb vents and filters featuring strong, light-weight aluminum frames with various media options. Many RoHS compliant finishes are available. The company offers PDF files that discuss EMI shielding options through its Web site, at www.tech-etch.com/shield.
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Mechanical hygrostat
OMEGA ENGINEERING INC., STAMFORD, CONN. The company’s mechanical hygrostat is designed to control the relative air humidity inside enclosures. When connected to an enclosure heater (dehumidifier), it will turn on the heater at the set humidity level in order to raise the dew point. This helps prevent damage and malfunction of electronic components caused by condensation and corrosion. The MFR012 has a high switching capacity and is DIN rail mountable. This CE-compliant product can also be used to control cooling fans, warning lights, or other devices. The price starts at $77.
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Explosive decompression resistance
TRELLEBORG SEALING SOLUTIONS, FORT WAYNE, IND. The company has introduced a selection of perfluorelastomer sealing materials under the name XploR, which Trelleborg is marketing particularly to the oil and gas industry. The portfolio includes compounds in HNBR, FKM, and Isolast perfluoroelastomer (FFKM), each of which demonstrates significant explosive decompression resistance. In independent tests, XploR materials were able to satisfy both the Norsok M-710 sour service and rapid gas decompression test conditions. Seals made of the perfluorelastomers are available in all standard international O-ring sizes and cross sections, and in custom-engineered solutions and specially designed seal profiles.
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Laser tracker
FARO TECHNOLOGIES, INC. LAKE MARY, FLA. The company says its latest 3-D measurement system, the ION laser tracker, is the most advanced that it has introduced. The ION has improved the volumetric accuracy by 27 percent over the previous model to 0.002 in. (0.049 mm) at 33 feet (10 meters). The measurement diameter range has been extended 36 percent to 361 feet (110 meters), and the weight has decreased 12 percent to 39 lbs. (17.7 kg). A patented feature available exclusively in the ION is Agile ADM, an absolute distance meter that allows high density scanning without an interferometer. Applications for laser trackers include alignment inspection, machine installation, component inspection, tool building and setup, and reverse engineering.
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Low noise sensors
COLUMBIA RESEARCH LABORATORIES INC., WOODLYN, PA. Three highly sensitive, ultra-low-noise servo accelerometers are designed for use in seismic, and low-level, low-frequency motion studies. The SA-107LN is a single axis unit, the SA-207LN is two axis, and SA-307LN three axis. All three make use of low-noise electronics in conjunction with the force balance principle to make it possible to measure in the low frequency micro-g range. They provide traditional dc-coupled zero output and ac-coupled zero output, which eliminates tilt induced or offset errors facilitating high amplification of the basic output. The accelerometers are self contained and available in various package styles. They provide high-level, low-impedance output, and no signal conditioning is required in most applications. The company recommends them especially for applications such as floor vibration, building motion, seismic detection, antenna stabilization, and earthquake monitoring.
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 Commutated motors
MICROMO ELECTRONICS INC., CLEARWATER FLA. The company is marketing a new series of graphite commutated motors made by the Faulhaber Group of Germany. The series is called 2237 CXR, and the motors measure 22 mm in diameter and 37 mm long. The company says they are designed for long life and extreme robustness. Continuous torque is rated at 11 mNm. Speed control and positioning are provided by the SC 2804 speed controller or the MCDC 3006 motion controller from Faulhaber. MicroMo markets Faulhaber products in the Americas.
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Slotless brush dc motors
DYNETIC SYSTEMS, ELK RIVER, MINN. A new family of miniature and small slotless brush dc servo motors and gear motors are designed for use in precision applications. The smallest has an outer diameter of 22 mm (0.866 in.) and rated motor shaft torque of 1.11 oz.-in. The largest in the series is 48 mm across and has torque rated at 191.6 oz.-in. The motors have no cogging and very little ripple torques. A 28 mm OD slotless brush dc motor has seven standard input voltages from 12 to 32 V dc. Its rated shaft torque reaches a maximum of 3.9 oz.-in. and 22.9 output watts. A 36-mm model provides 5 input voltage windings varying from 24 to 48 V dc. Rated shaft torque and output power reach a maximum of 27.8 oz.-in. and 254 watts. Spur and planetary gear trains can be attached to all models.
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Green industrial cleaners
TECHSPRAY, AMARILLO, TEXAS. Techspray says its Renew cleaning products take advantage of current green technology, and still maintain industrial cleaning strength. They are low in volatile organic compounds, and their formulas use materials such as corn-based ethanol, seed oils, soy-based oils, and citrus-based oils. Packaging is made of recycled and recyclable materials. According to the manufacturers, the products comply with California CARB and similar restrictions, and meet European REACH and WEEE requirements. Two products designed specifically for industrial applications are Eco-Shine glass and surface cleaner and Eco-Shower cleaner and degreaser.
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Gearless optical encoders
TURCK INC., MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. The Kübler brand series of F36 optical encoders is designed without gears to eliminate wear and sensitivity to magnetic fields. The company recommends them as well suited for drive engineering and medical applications. F36 single-turn encoders have a resolution of up to 17 bits; multiturn encoders have a resolution of up to 41 bits with over 16 million revolutions. The encoders have an IP 67 protection rating and operate at temperatures between -40 to 90 °C. The company claims the products stand up to shocks greater than 250 g and to vibration of more than 10 g from 55 to 2,000 Hz. The devices use OptoASIC technology, which requires fewer components and connection points, and so increases operational reliability.
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 Low heat epoxy
MASTER BOND INC., HACKENSACK, N.J. EP30M3LV is a low exothermic epoxy system to reduce heat buildup in thermally sensitive components during potting operations. It contains an additive to remove air bubbles. The compound, which can be cured in various cross-section thicknesses, cures at room temperatures, and curing is accelerated at elevated temperatures. The compound holds up in a temperature range of -60 °F to 250 °F. It has a flexural strength of 14,000 psi and a tensile strength of more than 8,000 psi.
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Industrial filters
EATON CORP., CLEVELAND. The company is offering a new line of membrane, pleated, depth, and specialty filters under a variety of brand names. Eaton says they are engineered to handle a wide range of liquid process applications. LOFMEM membrane cartridges are for repeatable, sub-micron level filtration; LOFTREX depth filtration cartridges are cylindrical filters with a tortuous path for capturing a wide range of particle sizes and gelatinous contaminants; LOFPLEAT pleated filters provide more surface area than depth filters for greater dirt holding and longer on-stream life. Specialty filters under the names LOFSORB, LOFMET, and LOFCLEAN are made of different extruded carbon, porous metal, and resin bonded materials that provide different benefits.
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