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Sensor
The Temposonics® ServoSensor™ ASCII protocol sensor is designed to reduce cabinet panel space and mounting hardware, and ultimately to replace PLC setups and expensive servoamplifiers. Featuring a single 24V dc power supply to operate the sensor and servovalve drive signal, it also has a reportedly flexible internal configuration and external interface. According to the company, sensing algorithms control position and error data, allowing for noise-free position and velocity signals. MTS Systems Corp., www.mtssensors.com. Enter 613
Handheld meter
The PHH-860 pH/mV/temperature meters function in sanitation, water, and wastewater treatment plants. These microprocessor-based digital meters are portable units that recognize and compensate for electrode offset and slope. The meters feature RS232 communications and hold, relative, and average functions. The units provide an operating humidity of 80% RH and an automatic power-off feature. Software package is available for ease of use. OMEGA Engineering, www.omega.com. Enter 614
Proximity switch
Engineered with a multi-coil design, this ferrous-only proximity switch offers reportedly longer sensing ranges and more stability for aluminum machining applications. The switch eliminates false triggers due to chip immunity in the sensing technology. The stainless steel sensing face is de-signed to distinguish steel objects from other metals, and to keep aluminum chips from embedding in and sticking to the switch face. ifm efector inc., www.ifmefector.com. Enter 615
Controllers
The NI 8176 RT and NI 8175 RT PXI embedded controllers have built-in 100 BaseTX Ethernet for open network connectivity. The 8176 RT has a 1.2 GHz processor, while the 8175 RT contains an 866 MHz processor. Both controllers may combine with PXI plug-in modules and interface with third-party PXI/Compact-PCI™ plug-in modules with NI-VISA™ software. Applications include the automotive, aerospace, and defense industries. National Instruments, www.ni.com. Enter 616
Circuit breaker
The 1658-F Series thermal circuit breaker, featured in electrical and electronic equipment production, is designed for ac systems up to 250V and dc systems up to 28V. Made in ratings from 5 to 30A, the circuit breaker has plastic flanges that allow it to be snapped in place. Applications include overcurrent protection in motors, surge-power strips, battery chargers, and marine craft cockpits. E-T-A Circuit Breakers, www.etacbe.com. Enter 617
Terminal block
The ST-COMBI terminal block features a plug-in contact, allowing for a 2.5 mm2 conductor to be plugged into a 5.2 mm wide plug with a 24A-, 500V-rated IEC. Made with touch-proof contacts, the terminal block series offers a reportedly flexible push-in bridging system and large wire entrance, all in a space-saving design. A single jumper may be used to combine the terminal block and the standard ST dual bridge channel. Phoenix Contact, www.phoenixcon.com. Enter 618
Servo motor and drive
The Smartstep servo motor and drive is designed with an autotune function to improve motor tuning; prefabricated cables to connect it to position control modules for quick installation; and pulse command input for seamless upgrading from stepper systems. It offers reportedly constant torque, as well as momentary torque to stop it from sliding from instantaneous loading. Servo motor and drive may be used in the semiconductor, packaging, assembly, and materials-handling industries. Omron Electronics LLC, www.omron.com. Enter 619
Data acquisition systems
The 24-bit ADuC834 and the 12-bit ADuC814, two MicroConverters® with QuickStart™ evaluation kits, are made for small form-factor integration applications. The ADuC834's features suit it for portable instrumentation, pressure measurements, weigh scales, and 4-20 mA transmitters. The ADuC814 has options designed for space-constrained applications like transceiver models, smart sensors, and battery-powered systems. Analog Devices, www.analog.com. Enter 620
Relay
Intended for high-current switching automotive applications, the low-power, plug-in 1 Form C/1 Form A relay is used in blower motors, electric power steering systems, fan motors, wiper motors, and electric parking brake systems. Relay measures 22.5 × 15 × 25 mm, features a 27 to 50V dc voltage range, and has an operating temperature range of -40 to 125C. Fujitsu Components America Inc., www.fcai.fujitsu.com. Enter 621
BGA socket
The Flip-Top™ BGA Socket, used in development, test, and production applications, reportedly cuts down on PC board space for LGA and BGA device socketing. Designed with the company's eutectic solder ball terminals, the socket measures 17 mm in height from PC board, without heat sink, and complies with industry standard coplanarity. Socket needs no external retention or device, and is available with solder ball and solder tail terminals. Advanced Interconnections Corp., www.advintcorp.com. Enter 622
Oscilloscopes
The TDS1000 family consists of two 2-channel instrument models, while the TDS2000 family includes five 2- and 4-channel oscilloscope versions. The TDS1000 family has a maximum sample rate of 1 GS/s and up to 100 MHz bandwidth. The TDS2000 family has a maximum sample rate of 2 GS/s and up to 200 MHz bandwidth. Applications for both oscilloscope families include electronic repair tasks, microprocessor design and debugging, and environmental sensor automated production test and monitoring. Tektronix, www.tektronix.com. Enter 623
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