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By Design News Staff -- Design News, November 7, 2005
Instrumentation Amplifier
With Shutdown Mode
Described by the company as the industry's first instrumentation amplifier to offer high precision at voltages as low as 1.8V, the AD8553 is designed for a variety of applications that require low-voltage operation. It features a power-saving shutdown mode that extends battery life, along with low-noise operation. It also features high dc accuracy and very high CMRR. In shutdown mode, the total supply current is reduced to fewer than 4 µA. Analog Devices Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/4400-576
Single-Board Computer
Pentium 4
The ATX-807 single-board computer features a Pentium 4 Prescott (90 nm) CPU with 400/533/800M FSB selectable speed and is Intel VRD 10.1 compliant to support future advanced processors. Two DIMM sockets support up to 2 Gbytes DDR memory and dual Intel Ethernet controller are located on the board providing Gigabit and 10/100M speeds. It is designed to be compact and fast on computing capabilities. Arista Corp.http://rbi.ims.ca/4400-577
Motion Control Card
Compact design
The NPMC6045A is a 4-axis, PC/104-bus motion control card that enables users to control stepper motors and/or digital servomotors. It uses a PCL6045A advanced ASIC motion control chip as part of its compact design. The product comes with MS-DOS, C source code, programming library, and Windows 98/XP/NT/2000 DLL for VB/VC. Ideal applications include semiconductor manufacturing, robot manufacturing, or medical instrumentation manufacturing. Nippon Pulsehttp://rbi.ims.ca/4400-578
PC/104 Module
Small in size
Engineered for serial intensive embedded applications, the SIO-104+8.485 is an 8-port PC/104 RS-485 module. It meets the needs of PC/104 applications requiring high reliability, small size, and long-term availability. It conforms strictly to PC/104 specs and includes UARTs with 128-byte FIFO for fast, error-free communication up to 921.6 Kbps. Interface is accomplished via dual 40-pin header connectors. Sealevel Systems Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/4400-579
SDRAM Module
Three clock speeds
The GB DDR SDRAM Registered ECC w/PLL, FBGA-based module has been released. It is a 2x128Mx72 DDR SDRAM memory module based on 512Mb DDR SDRAM components. The module consists of 36 128Mx4 components in a FBGA package mounted on a 184-pin DIMM. It features clock speeds of 100, 133, and 166 MHz, phase-lock loop and bi-directional data strobes. White Electronic Designshttp://rbi.ims.ca/4400-580
Liquid Slow Sensors
For OEM applications
The 101 and 102 series Flo-Sensors provide precise liquid flow measurement. They can be constructed from plastic or brass, and they provide a 0-5V dc analog output proportional to flow rate. It can be measured as low as 13 mL/min. Compact packaging enables easy integration into new or existing equipment. Quantity discounts are available. McMillan Co.http://rbi.ims.ca/4400-581
Spring Connection System
Easy wire terminations
The FRK spring connection system is designed to reduce wiring time up to 80 percent when compared to screw clamp terminations. It provides fast wire termination for solid wire or stranded wire with a ferrule. The system requires no tools and enables fingertip wire installation that is easy and needs minimal insertion force. It is vibration and corrosion resistant. Conta-Cliphttp://rbi.ims.ca/4400-582
Illuminator
Rugged
The Illuminator M4500 is an FTIR module that integrates well with a range of sample interfaces in virtually any configuration. It measure 16 x 9 x 8 inches. It can be coupled with any sampling accessory equipped with its own IR detector to create a compact dedicated analyzer. Alternatively, the product's IR source can be replaced with a detector module for emission work, or for use with external IR source. MIDAChttp://rbi.ims.ca/4400-583
Vision Sensor
Highly detailed
The PresencePLUS P4 EDGE 1.3 vision sensor is designed to make highly detailed automated error proofing and inspections possible. It uses a 1280 x 1024 pixel imager to capture minute details of multiple features at ranges from a few inches to several feet, depending on the lens used. It is ideal for a variety of applications, including error-proof stamped parts in precision metal stamping applications, and counting metal pins and verifying their locations in a connector assembly. Banner Engineering Corp.http://rbi.ims.ca/4400-584
Charge Amplifier
High Performance
The Model 4601 charge amplifier is engineered as a high-performance, general-purpose laboratory instrument for signal conditioning piezoelectric accelerometers and pressure transducers. Features include 500 mV/pC maximum sensitivity, a calibrated transducer sensitivity control for matching the product's gain to the transducer's calibrated sensitivity, 10V peak-to-peak full scale output with more than 20V peak-to-peak output before clipping, and dual outputs. Columbia Research Labs Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/4400-585
Generator
Eight Synchronized Outputs
Model 565, a digital delay pulse generator, is designed to eliminate the need to combine several instruments to gate, trigger, delay, and time multiple devices in a test system or experiment. It provides up to eight synchronized outputs, and combines the timing properties of digital delay generators with the versatility of general-purpose pulse generators. It offers 500 ps timing resolution with widths and delays out to 1000 sec. Berkeley Nucleonics Corp.http://rbi.ims.ca/4400-586
Graphics Module
Flexible
The PC-MIP and PMC graphic controllers are meant to give designers of embedded systems the flexibility of configuring application-specific capabilities in a FPGA for systems based on either the Intel or PowerPC architectures. The mezzanine cards will operate over the entire industrial temperature range, and they can be used in systems based on a range of buses, including VMEbus, CompactPCI, or PXI, or in standalone compute platforms. MEN Microhttp://rbi.ims.ca/4400-587
Speed Sensor
Self-Calibrating
The ATS616LSG speed sensor is designed for non-TPOS camshaft applications, providing improved EMC and ESD, and eliminating the need for an external switching capacitor. It uses a dual-element Hall IC that switches in response to differential magnetic signals created by ferrous targets. The product is ideal for use in gathering speed, position, and timing information using gear-tooth-based configurations. It is particularly useful for applications requiring extremely accurate edge detection, such as camshaft applications. Allegro MicroSystems Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/4400-588
Cylinder Sensors
Top-loading mounting
The company's line of magnetic cylinder sensors with GMR technology now includes those for C-slot pneumatic cylinders. The products' bodies are 15 mm long and feature top-loading mounting that eliminates the need to remove cylinder endcaps. They are polarity independent and provide reliable piston-position detection, regardless of magnet orientation. They are engineered for rugged industrial applications, and have an unlimited number of cycles. ifm efectorhttp://rbi.ims.ca/4400-589
Developer's Kit
Multi-axis motion control
The all-motor Magellan Developer's Kit is an integrated board and software package that enables users to evaluate and exercise the company's Magellan Family of motion processors. It provides dedicated multi-axis motion control for dc brush, brushless dc, microstepping, and pulse and direction motors. It includes a 4-axis PCI-based motion card with the company's Magellan Motion Control IC. The kit can be used as a platform to develop software, as a standalone chipset exerciser/test bed, or as a general-purpose motion development system. Performance Motion Devices Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/4400-590
Data cables
High Coverage Shield
Chainflex CF211 and CF240 data cables are UL approved and feature the company's standard Chainflex design attributes, including low-adhesion PVC-based outer jacket, high flexural strength shielding, and short-pitch conductor twisting for long cable life. They operate through millions of cycles in long or short travel conditions, using a larger bend radius than the typical Chainflex cables, according to the company. CF211 is a twisted pair data cable with a high-convergence shield; CF240 is a shielded data cable with the same high-coverage shield. Igus Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/4400-591
Node computer
With Six USB Ports
The BoxPC-128 Node computer is powered by an Intel Pentium-M low power processor. It is engineered to meet the demands of mission-critical, high-performance, and reliable operation for factory automation, facility monitoring, machine automation, and environmental monitoring. It comes with six high-speed USB 2.0 ports, making it ideal for vision applications as well. Its lack of fans make it suited for extremely rugged environments. The product can be equipped with a 2.5-inch HDD or Compact Flash Card. Arista Corp.http://rbi.ims.ca/4400-592
Relay Application Notes
With Smith charts
The RF522 relay is designed as a compact, DPDT, surface-mount latching device. The company has released its application notes, which come accompanied by a data sheet, Smith charts, and charts that compare the product's performance against competitive and other RF relays. The paper provides a description of how the company mounts the product onto evaluation test boards. Teledyne Relayshttp://rbi.ims.ca/4400-593
Microprocessor
Digital display
The MR Flow Transmitter is a variable area flow meter that provides a digital display of both flow rate and total accumulated flow. Both can be displayed in any one of a number of user-selectable measurement units. It combines state-of-the-art microprocessor-based technology with the rugged technology of a piston-type variable area and flow meter. Ideal applications include gun drill and machine cooling, bearing lubrication and pump flow, and case drain verification. Hedlandhttp://rbi.ims.ca/4400-594
Electroform
Solid gold
The company's solid gold electroforms are thin walled, lightweight, structurally rigid hollow shells that can be made in an infinite number of shapes and forms. They can be made as small as 0.020 inch with walls as thin as 0.0005 inch, depending on the custom requirements. They can also be produced hermetically leak tight, and can be soldered or welded to custom end pieces. Servometer/PMG http://rbi.ims.ca/4400-595
Ethernet Modules
Standard Web browser
The BusWorks 900EN series E I/O modules feature a capability that enables input modules to send measured signal data directly to output modules without a PLC, PC, or other controller in between. Each remote I/O module has its own Ethernet Modbus TPC/IP port, making it easy to connect the modules to each other with up to 100m of CAT5 cable. They use a standard Web browser, and a simple configuration menu maps each input channel to an IP address and register for the output module. Acromaghttp://rbi.ims.ca/4400-596
PWM-Driver IC
For dc/dc converters
The IR3621M and IR3621F voltage-mode, dual output bi-phase synchronous buck controller-driver ICs are designed for high performance POL buck converters used in networking, computing, and communications systems. They include a full suite of power management features, including pre-bias protection, sequencing capability, hiccup current limit protection, and tight voltage reference accuracy. Two independently programmable soft-start functions enable system-level sequencing of output voltage in various configurations. International Rectifierhttp://rbi.ims.ca/4400-597
Rolling Diaphragm Pump
Pulsation-free air flow
Engineered to use a rolling diaphragm design that combines the best features of rotary and diaphragm pumps, the Model 1101 pump's diaphragm does not move up and down; rather, it rolls in the cylinder. This increases airflow relative to size and provides an extremely precise flow with limited pulsation. It is gas-tight and delivers high-end pressure. The product is ideal for a range of applications, including medical, laboratory, and industrial applications. Thomas Products Div.http://rbi.ims.ca/4400-598
Embedded Board
Touch screen controller
The EMB-625T is a Mini-ITX motherboard for the embedded market. It is designed for tough environments and is powered by Intel Celeron LV processors. It features DDR266/333 memory in single socket supports up to 1 Gbyte, integrated AGP 8X 2D/3D graphics accelerator, VGA support, watchdog function, and 6 USB 2.0/1.1 ports. It also has an onboard 4/5-wire resistive touch screen controller. AAEONhttp://rbi.ims.ca/4400-599
Chassis
Improved cooling performance
The Type 39 4U Easy Plug CompactPCI enclosure chassis features improved cooling performance and a removable fan and filter tray. It features a 9U 8-slot cPCI backplane that includes pluggable 47-pin connectors for hot-swapping power supplies. The product has a sheet metal design and full pluggability. It is available in 1-4U heights in horizontal mounting orientations. Elma Electronichttp://rbi.ims.ca/4400-600
Oscilloscope
PC-based tester
The USBee AX Test pod is designed as a PC-based pod that functions as a programmable oscilloscope, logic analyzer, and digital signal generator in one compact unit. It is used for testing and controlling electronic circuit designs, and it can verify analog voltage levels and digital logic, generating a visual representation of the signals. The product is able to stream data to and from a personal computer. CWAVhttp://rbi.ims.ca/4400-601
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