SINGLE BOARD COMPUTER
Pentium-based
The F9 Pentium-based single board computer is designed to provide high performance and an operational range suitable for harsh industrial conditions. It is a one-slot, 32-bit compactPCI system controller based on the Pentium M (LV) with frequencies up to 1.8 GHz, or the Celeron M (ULV) processors with clock speeds up to 600 MHz. It has reportedly been fitted with a specially designed heat sink that eliminates the need for fans in many embedded applications. MEN Microhttp://rbi.ims.ca/3858-577
USER INTERFACE
For beginners and experts
Designed for use by both the NC beginner and expert, the smart.NC is a user interface for TNCs that reportedly allows users to create executable NC programs faster, more safely, more simply, and more conveniently. According to the company, it guides the user in a self-explanatory and intuitive way through the complete NC programming tasks by using straightforward forms. Users can also decide whether to use it or the plain language level at any time; it can also be edited as before with the plain language editor even if a program has been created with the product. Heidenhainhttp://rbi.ims.ca/3858-578
BRUSH DC MOTORS
Minimizes magnetic cogging
Featuring 11-slot skewed armatures, the PITTMAN® Series 1400™ brush-commutated dc motors and gearmotors can be customized for each user with brush materials, encoders, timing belt pulleys, brakes, cables, connectors, modified shafts, and RFI suppression. The motors, offered in seven sizes, can achieve torque up to 410 oz-inch and speeds up to 4,230 rpm. The gearmotors, offered in seven sizes, can achieve torque up to 175 oz-inch or 500 oz-inch with high torque wide face gears. PennEngineering Motion Technologieshttp://rbi.ims.ca/3858-579
SINGLE BOARD COMPUTERS
High performance
The PENTXM range of PC-compatible VMEbus single board computers use the Intel® Pentium® M processor running at 1.6 GHz and above. It reportedly draws 30W of power for the entire board running at 1.6 GHz, and allows the user to optimize power dissipation. It is designed for a variety of embedded system applications, including military, radar data processing, telemetry, aerospace, and scientific markets. Thales Computershttp://rbi.ims.ca/3858-580
PANEL PCS
Optional touch screen
The STE 15 and STE 17 panel PCs are engineered to make industrial computing and control as easy as possible. The 15-inch and 17-inch panel PCs feature Pentium® 4 power, a PCI expansion slot, two 2.5-inch drive bays, network-ready I/O ports, and optional touch screen. Both models also reportedly provide NEMA 4 sealing when properly mounted in an appropriate enclosure. CyberResearch Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3858-581
STEPPERS
NEMA 14
Engineered to be a low-cost series of custom 0.9-degree NEMA 14 steppers for OEMs, they reportedly assure smooth operation even at low speed, and are available with four or six leads to meet torque and performance requirements. Applications include printers and plotters, X-Y tables, scanners, security camera positioning, medical instruments, office equipment, index tables, and robotics. Source Engineering Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3858-582
MOTION CONTROLLER
Continuous cycling option
Geared for testing-related applications, the RMC100 motion controller features the Sinusoidal Move command that reportedly eliminates the need for an externally generated sine wave while adding position, velocity, and acceleration feedforward parameters for more precise closed-loop motion control tracking. Users can specify the amplitude in position or pressure units, frequency from 0.1 to 256 Hz, and the number of cycles, with the option of continuous cycling, according to the company. Delta Computer Systems Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3858-583
AIR CYLINDERS
Compact configuration
The company's line of low-profile, spring-return air cylinders are designed for use in modern production applications. A choice of seven sizes are available from 3- to 6-inch outside diameter with force output of 300 lbs to 1 ton with plant air pressure, according to the company. Features include choices for mounting, porting, and materials. The design features several smaller springs in internal pockets, reportedly reducing the overall cylinder height and providing a more compact configuration. Mack Corp.http://rbi.ims.ca/3858-584
COMMUTATION ENCODER
500 kHz output frequency response
The R35i small encoder reportedly incorporates a custom ASIC that includes fewer components, increased performance, and high product quality in a smaller package. According to the company, it offers both brushless motor commutation and high resolution incremental position signals in a 1.38-inch OD by 0.55-inch length package size. It is available for four-, six-, and eight-pole brushless motors. Output frequency response reaches 500 kHz. RENCO Encoders Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3858-585
GONIOMETER
Assured calibration
The PGX goniometer is described as a compact instrument that measures wetting and absorption as a function of time on any surface size. It features assured calibration in the static mode that is quick, simple, and accurate. It also features automatic droplet application, PGX optic geometry, small footprint of 60 × 85 mm, and ease of use. Gardcohttp://rbi.ims.ca/3858-586
HYDRAULIC BRAKE LINE
New model sizes
Additional model sizes are added to the PROFORM hydraulic break line, which reportedly features a powerful control that combines 3D graphics interface with touchscreen operation. This is designed to reduce setup and programming times for optimized bending productivity. They come in standard bed lengths from 4 to 24 ft, and custom lengths are available. Its 15.1-inch LCD touchscreen reportedly uses icon-driven Windows® operating system, eliminating the need for keypads and key switches. Cincinnati Inc.http://rbi.ims.ca/3858-587
USB CONTROLLER
Single-chip
The TD1120 is hailed as the first single-chip USB on-the-go controller that supports full-speed USB host control and high-speed USB peripheral control. It is designed for several applications, including mobile applications and printer manufacturers. When the product is in host mode, it enables mobile devices to connect to a variety of USB devices. It also offers a means to cost-effectively upgrade printers with USB host and peripheral connectivity, according to the company. TransDimensionhttp://rbi.ims.ca/3858-588
INDUSTRIAL PANEL COMPUTERS
Fanless, no moving parts
Engineered as a fanless, rugged, industrial panel computer with a 15-inch LCD, the ARP-2115 has no moving parts, making it possible for higher reliability with less system failures. It features VIA low-power Eden 667MHz CPU that is expandable to 512 Mbyte of system memory, according to the company. It uses a compact flash card as a storage device instead of a hard disk drive, and is suitable for rugged applications. Arista Corp.http://rbi.ims.ca/3858-589
TOOLKIT
Free motion control solutions
MotionCode™ is a free toolkit that reportedly consists of several motion control solutions that provide step-by-step procedures for guiding engineers in the design, development, and integration of their motion applications. According to the company, it offers six complete solutions, each of which details with the procedure for implementing one of the company's controllers into a particular type of machine. Each solution provides a machine description and overview, summary of motion requirements, hardware selection recommendations, motion programs, and downloadable software. It can be found at the company's website. Galil Motion Controlhttp://rbi.ims.ca/3858-590
MOTION CONTROL CARDS
High performance
The company's series of four- and six-axis servo and stepper motion control cards can be combined with I/O cards for more I/O points. Cards in the series include the PCI-1241, PCI-1242, and PCI-1261. 2D and 3D interpolation for linear, circular, and even arc motion, as well as T-curve, and S-curve acceleration, is supported. The maximum pulse output rate is 4 Mpps. Advantech Corp.http://rbi.ims.ca/3858-591
PWM CONTROLLER AND DRIVER IC
For POL buck converters
The IRU3146 pulse width modulated (PWM) dual synchronous buck controller and driver IC for point-of-load buck converters are intended for such applications as dual-phase ASIC and DDR memory power management circuits, and datacom and telecommunications power supplies requiring multiple outputs. It features 180 degrees out-of-phase operation, which reportedly reduces input and output filter requirements, resulting in fewer components. It is also suitable for two-phase single- or dual-output synchronous buck converter applications. International Rectifierhttp://rbi.ims.ca/3858-592
STEPPER MOTORS
Smooth operation
The MAE™ S Series hybrid stepper motors are engineered for maximum torque to promote smooth operation. They are designed for applications requiring fine positioning. Offered in standard NEMA23 frame size, and in three models with step resolutions of 1.8-inch in full-step mode, the products feature precision-honed stators and ground rotors for tight air gap. PennEngineering Motion Technologieshttp://rbi.ims.ca/3858-593
JAVA SOFTWARE COMPONENTS
Enable versatile motion sequencing
The company's new sequencing software is reportedly an intuitive configuration of basic indexing sequences that is complemented by ease of developing custom Java components for complex applications. In addition to indexer applications, program sequences can be used to change gains or limits in traditional drive configuration or run a local program on command when the drive is operating as a CANopen distributed drive. The custom software is shipped as easy-to-install components, according to the company. Copley Controls Corp.http://rbi.ims.ca/3858-594
MOTION CONTROLLER
High performance, flexibility
Engineered to provide machine builders with high-performance motion control, the 64-bit ZMP controllers are designed to use a 466 MHz Motorola PowerPC processor for optimum flexibility. They provide a 100 Mbps synchronous real-time connection between motion controllers and servo/stepper drives, custom network devices, and I/O modules. They are optimized to work with the company's MechaWare advanced servo development environment for the ultimate in precision control schemes. Motion Engineering Inc. (MEI)http://rbi.ims.ca/3858-595
CABLES
Fully molded, serial operation
Add-A-Motor cables are designed to be an entire "off the shelf" servo system solution that is ready to plug and play when used with the company's SmartMotors. The full-molded cable connects SmartMotor to SmartMotor in a daisy-chain configuration for serial operation, thus eliminating the need to create custom, multiaxis cable configurations for each SmartMotor application. They are designed to supply dc power and RS-232 communications to multiple SmartMotor 1700 and 2300 Series motors. Animatics Corp.http://rbi.ims.ca/3858-596
ROLLER BEARINGS
For industrial fan applications
Designed to perform as non-locating bearings in self-aligning bearing systems for industrial fans, CARB® toroidal roller bearings reportedly enhance fan reliability, productivity, and life by providing solutions to problems associated with traditional floating bearing arrangements. They do not require housing-design compromises, and they compensate internally for angular misalignment and accommodate axial shaft expansion. SKFhttp://rbi.ims.ca/3858-597
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