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DISPENSERS, METERING PUMPS |
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 The OEM Line from Fluid Metering features a patented “No Valve,” one moving part design. The line includes both fixed and variable displacement and consists of models offering a range from 500 nL per dispense up to 1.28 ml per revolution. In addition, custom models can be designed.
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SENSOR FOR C-SLOT PNEUMATIC CYLINDERS |
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 Balluff has introduced a compact sensor designed for use with C-slot-equipped pneumatic cylinders. The BMF 273 sensor, designed to indicate piston stroke end position, is 25.7 mm long, and fits completely within a standard C-slot. The sensor is secured by a non-stripping screw, while the cable is also equipped to be secured within the C-slot by a custom-designed mini pop-in fastener.
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PROPORTIONAL DIRECTIONAL VALVES |
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 Eaton Corp. has added the KBFDG5V-10 two-stage proportional directional valve with on-board electronics and main stage spool feedback to its line of Vickers products. The valves are rated for flows up to 700 liters per minute and pressures up to 350 bar, and feature IP65 and IP67 environmental protection ratings.
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HYDRAULIC SHAFT LOCKING BUSHINGS |
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 The model ETP-Octopus hydraulic shaft locking bushings are suitable for simultaneous, quick locking and accurate positioning of sliding shafts and components in automated systems. By providing uniform and repeatable locking pressure, the bushings can be set up for fast and frequent locking/unlocking of linear slides or similar motion devices at one position or series of positions from a remote switching location.
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PRECONFIGURED WALL-MOUNT ENCLOSURES |
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 Hoffman has announced PROTEK Wall-Mount Packages, said to be a convenient, ready-to-use DataCom solution with integrated thermal management. The preconfigured packages include a Type 4 or 12 cabinet with either a fan and filter or air conditioner to control internal temperatures while protecting 19-in. rack equipment.
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FLUID POWER WORKHOLDING SYSTEMS |
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 DE-STA-CO’s StrongHold Select series is a workholding system of hydraulic and pneumatic products. The products include hydraulic swing clamps, work supports, threaded body cylinders, square body cylinders, pneumatic swing clamps, and accessories. The products work together as part of a complete workholding system, allowing users to secure all of the clamps holding the workpiece from a single power source.
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 AMETEK Technical & Industrial Products has introduced PITTMAN Series 9000 brush-commutated dc motors with 2-pole stators that incorporate 7-slot skewed armatures to minimize magnetic cogging (or reluctance torque). Units are said to enable smooth and quiet running performance. Commutators are diamond turned after armature assembly to ensure optimum concentricity and long brush life and windings are resin-impregnated for greater reliability in incremental motion applications.
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SINGLE AXIS MOTION CONTROL SYSTEM |
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 The Freedom Series from maxon is a motion control development tool designed to eliminate the confusion often associated with motion systems integration. The package comes with a choice of four different brushless motor options ranging in size from 16 to 40 mm in diameter and up to 1/6 hp. The package is equipped with maxon priority GUI software and instructional wizards along with practical exercises.
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 The basic series of Schneider Osiprox inductive sensors are said to offer more options geared towards OEMs and end users in the assembly, packaging, automotive, and conveying industries. Units are available in a wide range of formats, from compact to the Ø 30 mm with an 8 m sensing distance.
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HINGE SWITCHES PROVIDE SAFETY CONTACTS |
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 Banner Engineering Corp. has introduced SI-HG63 series Hinge Safety Interlock Switches for safeguarding of hazards. The hinge switches are used in place of the standard hinges on swinging guards, gates or doors. Units offer two normally closed safety contacts and one normally open auxiliary contact for greater application flexibility. When the hinge switch is activated, these normally closed safety contacts are forced open by a non-resilient mechanical means (not reliant on springs), interrupting the electrical circuit and sending a stop signal to the machine control.
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VACUUM CHECK VALVES PROVIDE 4X BETTER PUMP FLOW RATE |
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 A line of leak-proof, one-way vacuum check valves that are designed to optimize vacuum pump performance in a wide range of material handling systems is available from Anver Corp. CheckVac valves are made from a one-piece aluminum body and feature a plastic valve element with a specially tempered stainless steel spring and an O-ring seal. Unlike pressure check valves which have a stiffer spring and were designed for compressed-air, this vacuum system check valve is said to provide up to a 4X better flow rate.
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SENSOR FOR MOBILE HYDRAULICS |
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 MTS Systems Corp., Sensors Division has announced the redesigned Temposonics MT sensor is a magnetostrictive position sensor specifically designed to be embedded in welded and tie-rod style cylinders or any space-limited cylinder application with its diameter of 48 mm, reduced from the original MT sensor's diameter of 58 mm. Each measurement system is comprised of an independent sensor element and evaluation electronics with separate output signal and supply voltage electronics.
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OLED LIGHTING TECHNOLOGY BREAKTHROUGH |
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 OSRAM says it has achieved record values of efficiency and lifetime while maintaining the brightness of warm white organic light emitting diodes (OLEDs). Laboratory researchers have demonstrated it is possible to improve two crucial OLED characteristics simultaneously: efficiency and lifetime. Up to now, higher efficiency meant shorter life, and vice-versa.
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THREE-PHASE SYNCHRONOUS MOTORS |
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 B&R has announced 8KS series liquid-cooled three-phase synchronous motors that are said to feature high power density with compact outer dimensions. Doing away with energy consuming and noisy fans saves space, reduces emissions and lowers costs. The life-span increases significantly because the motor parts except for bearings are free of wear. Intelligent connection technology for power and encoder connections using circular connectors or terminal boxes simplifies installation considerably.
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March/April 2008 CAD Chronicle |
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January/February 2008 CAD Chronicle |
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 Hansen Corp. has announced a brushless dc motor series developed by its parent company, NMB-Minebea. The motor family has a 1 in. outside diameter, with lengths from 0.5 to 1 in. The 3-phase brushless dc motor includes 3 Hall sensors. With a 12-pole design, positioning feedback of 36 ppr without an additional encoder is available.
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BELT AND CHAIN TENSIONERS |
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 The Zetasassi line of belt and chain tensioners from Quality Transmission Components are said to improve performance in industrial automation applications by keeping constant tension in belt and chain drive systems. The tensioners are designed to reduce noise, transmit torque more efficiently, decrease wear, with the added benefit of increasing the life of belts and chains.
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ADJUSTABLE FREQUENCY CRANE CONTROL |
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 Magnetek Material Handling has introduced the Impulse G+/VG+ Series 3 adjustable frequency crane controls. The controls feature a display with 5 lines of 16 characters and Xpress Programming that permits programming the initial setup in seconds.
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 The GBC Materials business of Morgan Advanced Ceramics has introduced pressed glass spacers for hermetic packages for relays, fuses, fiber optic connectors and integrated circuit packages. The glass spacers are also used to position and isolate electrically sensitive components, such as capacitors and varistors during wave soldering. The pressed glass spacers are available in standard sizes, including lengths ranging from .025 to .250 in., outer diameters from .070 to .155 in., and inner diameters from .026 to .063 in.
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STANDARD LENGTH STRAIGHT SHAFTS |
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 Misumi USA has announced its “Linear Shafts Quickly” program includes 450 straight shaft types and competitive pricing for the entire product line. Metric stocked shafts include 52100 bearing steel, with or without chrome plating, and 440C stainless steel materials.
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SPIRAL PATTERN FORMING FASTENING |
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 The Orbital forming technique is said to offer advantages over other methods of fastening, yet there are occasions where it may not be the optimal solution. It is for these delicate and lighter duty applications that the Orbitform Group has engineered a Spiralform cartridge into its standard product line. The cartridge displaces material using an eleven-sided spiral pattern similar to those created by the old Spirograph drawing toy.
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FLEXIBLE SCREWFEEDING SYSTEMS |
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 Weber has introduced three screwfeeding systems are said to work with any tool. Handheld and fixtured units handle torques up to 50 Nm and a dual durometer polycast bowl minimizes fastener wear and noise. “Any tool” technology is said to allow the use with virtually any pneumatic and dc electric screwdriver. An advanced design maintains feeds while driving and permits bit replacement without the use of tools.
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SAFETY CONTROLLER INTERFACES |
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 SICK has announced the UE4457 and UE4427 remote Safety Controller product line as part of its safety interface product lines. The IP67 enclosure rating of the UE4457 and UE4427 remote controllers provides the ability for on-machine mounting using quick-disconnect technology rather than consuming panel space.
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Advanced Machine & Engineering Co. has introduced the Amlok RLN, a power-off rod lock. The rod lock’s features include anodized aluminum construction, a heavy-duty clamp system and power-off clamping. The standard seal material is carboxylated nitrile. The unit, which uses dry-filtered air, has a release pressure ranging from a minimum of 60 psi to a maximum of 160 psi. The operating temperature ranges from 10° to 180°F. Maximum rod tolerance is +0.000 in./-0.002 in. 
