Instrumentation & Automation News articles from October 2002

Instrumentation & Automation News archives from October 2002

Intrinsically safe, I/O system.
October 1, 2002... excom[TM] intrinsically safe, modular, remote I/O system features fieldbus outputs to the controller. The modules interface field wiring from classified hazardous areas to PLCs or control systems in safe areas. Direct interface eliminates the...

15" TFT Touch Panel.
October 1, 2002... Weighing less than 9 lb at 4.2" depth with 33 W of power consumption, the 15" PowerPanel TFT Touch Panel features 256 colors (128 solid and 128 blinking), graphics, pre-built, easy-to-configure components, bitmap support, trending graph, data...

Programmable potentiometer.
October 1, 2002... Accu-Dial multi-function 10-turn potentiometer features a 4-digit LCD display that assures accuracy from operator to operator by providing visual confirmation of set points. It is designed to replace conventional machine potentiometers in...

Field wire d-sub connectors: for Profibus applications. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The Subcon-Plus Profibus Series is designed to facilitate wiring and installation of Profibus nodes by providing a means to make D-SUB terminations without soldering or crimping. The incoming and outgoing bus line are connected to easy-to-wire...

Sensor signal conditioner: for converting signals. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... Model 682AO3 is a DIN-rail mountable ICP sensor signal conditioner for converting the analog voltage measurement signals of industrial vibration sensors into 4 to 20 mA signals. It pro vides a choice of rms or peak acceleration, velocity, or...

Moisture Analyzer: for process applications. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... Model 3050 OLV Moisture Analyzer combines on-line verification with quartz-crystal accuracy. The moisture analyzer/transmitter is designed for process applications, which require continuous and reliable measurement of moisture in gasses and...

Data logger: with alarm dial out feature. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The SmartReader Plus 7 is a stand alone, pocket sized data logger that has one internal temperature channel, and seven analog inputs. The data logger can store up to 1,000,000 readings and is equipped with a 10-year battery. The user can place...

Flow computers: for natural gas and hydrocarbon liquid processing. (Flow Measurement & Control).
October 1, 2002... Scanner[R] EFM/RTU family of flow computers provide custody transfer measurement data and control functions to production, transmission and distribution markets. Available in either field mount or rack mount configurations, the intrinsically...

Flow meter: adjustable depth. (Flow Measurement & Control).
October 1, 2002... The flow-captor 4115.30 "adjustable depth" calorimetric flow meter offers the ability to insert the sensor tip to the ideal measurement point (1/7th ID of the pipe) to provide accurate measurement of both laminar and turbulent flow profiles....

Turbine flow meters for a variety of liquids and gases. (Flow Measurement & Control).
October 1, 2002... These precision turbine flow meters are volumetric flow measuring devices suitable for a variety of applications in liquid and gases. Standard construction materials include 304 stainless steel with a 17-4 PH stainless steel rotor and metal...

Flow sensors: use where metal can not contact process fluid. (Flow Measurement & Control).
October 1, 2002... These low flow sensors use quartz as the wetted flow tube material making them suitable for many flow applications where no metal can be in contact with the process fluid. The quartz flow sensors have a straight-through, no-moving parts design...

Trends in flow monitors. (Flow Measurement & Control).
October 1, 2002... Historically, mechanical flow switches with moving components such as paddle wheels and flappers are used in industrial automation applications like pump protection and monitoring cooling water flow. Problems can occur when these moving parts...

Non-contact video system: for measuring round objects. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... Small round parts are quickly and accurately measured with Model J181 a Digital Video Gage. The gage makes repeated measurements as it rotates the subject part through 360[degrees]in small programmable steps. Gaging takes only a fraction of a...

Transit cases: withstand the toughest conditions. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... If you are frustrated with cases that do not protect your content, that have short telescopic handles, and wheels that fall off, Road Warriors is here to help. Road Warriors are billed as the best air and water tight transit cases designed and...

Sunlight readable panel meters: with inputs for AC and DC voltage. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... A new feature has been added to the PAX panel meters- a sunlight readable red display. Combining the new display with the added feature of user programmable variable intensity, creates a meter that operates equally well in dark room or in a...

Software tool: for system integrators. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... Gensesis32 Version 7.0 includes two new features. The first is Project Worx 32 which is a tool for system integrators to easily deploy the applications. ReportWorX.Net is the second new feature which happens to be the first of the companies...

Process meter: designed for technicians in process industries. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The 789 ProcessMeter is a combination of a digital multimeter (DMM) and a loop calibrator in a single handheld tool. Building on the functionality of the proven 787 ProcessMeter, the 789 adds a 24V loop power supply, display that's larger, and...

Conductivity probes: for level control. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... These conductivity probes are designed to provide accurate point level control for water-based liquids, including corrosive media such as acids and lye. These probes offer up to 5 switch points, resist agitated media, and mount on the top or...

DC power supplies: with switching technology. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... This company has introduced new DC power supplies that use efficient switching technology to produce the most power in the smallest space, while generating a minimum amount of heat. The PS series of DC power supplies output 2-20 A at 24 Vdc and...

Hand held Dewpoint Meter: for industrial Dewpoint applications. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The DM70 Dewpoint Meter is designed for industrial spot-checking applications, such as compressed air lines and other dry gas applications. The DM70 can also be used as a tool for reading the output of other dewpoint instruments, the DMT242 and...

Dual Mode Thermometer: for temperature monitoring. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... This Dual Mode Thermometer (DMT) is a multi-purpose temperature indicator for local and remote temperature monitoring. This rugged dual sensor system has two NIST traceable sensing elements in one probe. Both sensing elements can be replaced...

Multivariable predictive controller: designed to overcome limitations. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The GMAXC Multivariable controller is designed to overcome the limitations of high costs and engineering requirements by offering multivariable predictive control (MVPC) technology at a commodity price level for rapid assembly line type...

Temperature analyzer: features backlit LCD. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The 6309 and 6308 line of Dual Parameter and Single Parameter Analyzers feature graphical backlit LCD displays. Both lines include an RS-485 interface, one reversible, isolated 4-20mA output, up o 5 relays, two for each parameter plus one for...

Infrared probe meter: with laser pointer and alarm. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... Model 403265 pocket sized infrared thermometer features a built-in laser pointer to improve aim. Infrared readings range form -4 to 1,022[degrees]F with 1[degrees] resolution. Measurements are displayed on a large 3-1/2 digit backlit LCD with...

Tecal calibrators: offer quick heat up. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The Tecal Series of block calibrators are offered in two formats. The Tecal H and Tecal S formats are offered in three different temperature ranges from -25 to 650C. Both models offer RS-232 interface, multi-well insert and NIST traceable...

Mass flow transmitter: for industrial gases. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... Cenelec safety approval has recently been granted for the Series 504FF In-Line Thermal Convection Mass Flow Transmitter. It incorporates the all welded thermal sensors with a miniature in the head processor circuit including a large LCD...

I/O modules: interface to Profibus-DP networks. (Input/Output Devices).
October 1, 2002... BusWorks[TM] 900PB Series I/O Modules interface analog and discrete I/O signals directly to a Profibus-DP network. The twelve-channel I/O modules do not require a separate bus coupler like block I/O devices, says the company. Priced at $350 for...

Thermocouple Module: remote I/O functions. (Input/Output Devices).
October 1, 2002... The ricos Thermocouple Module now allows the direct input of Type T thermocouple sensors, which are classified as -200 to 400 deg C. The module also accommodates Type J, K and L thermocouples, which cover a temperature range of -268 to 1372 deg...

Remote I/O terminal block: compatible with DeviceNet bus system. (Input/Output Devices).
October 1, 2002... This brick-style remote I/O (RIO) terminal block is compatible with DevieNet bus systems. The unit comprises a terminal block base module plus a plug-in DeviceNet. electronic module. Each RIO terminal block module includes eight digital inputs...

Hardened I/O: now with Profibus-DP connectivity. (Input/Output Devices).
October 1, 2002... The FLEX Armor[TM] I/O Platform has now added analog modules, diagnostic capabilities and Profibus-DP connectivity to this line of industrially hardened I/O. Designed for current and voltage readings, the FLEX Armor analog I/O is available in...

Input/Output devices shape up for the field. (Input/Output Devices).
October 1, 2002... To be accepted in heavy process applications, like petroleum refining and chemical production, I/O systems must deliver the high-integrity performance that field-mounted transmitters provide now. Measurement accuracy and signal conditioning...

Temperature sensor: very small, less intrusive. (Temperature Sensors).
October 1, 2002... Less than an inch long without a probe, the DATATRACE Micropack III Tracer can be used in a variety of situations including freezing, chilling, pasteurization and sterilization to help ensure product quality. Measurements cover a temperature...

Temperature assemblies: for surface measurements. (Temperature Sensors).
October 1, 2002... These flexible temperature assemblies are designed for surface measurements and mount directly to tanks, pipes, motors, compressors, reactors, or anywhere a surface temperature measurement is needed. Featuring the company's WORM Flexible...

Temperature sensor: for corrosive fluid applications. (Temperature Sensors).
October 1, 2002... The +GF+ SIGNET 2350 temperature sensor features an all-PVDF constructed design capable of maintaining purity in aggressive fluids and offering longer service life compared to metal-type sensors, claims the company. The inherent properties of...

Temperature sensor: many points in a small surface area. (Temperature Sensors).
October 1, 2002... The ST-55/56 PFA/ceramic coated thermocouple is able to measure many points in a small surface area or, by using an adhesive type ST-55, the sensor can stick to an exact spot for measurement. It is a K thermocouple type capable of measuring...

Trends in temperature measurement. (Temperature Sensors).
October 1, 2002... For the some time measuring surface temperature without contact required specialized equipment lo indicate the measured temperature. New trends allow the temperature information to be used by commonly available thermocouple meters, controllers...

Safety enclosures: with intrinsically safe terminals. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... These enclosure are suitable for areas where ignitable concentrations of flammable gases, vapors, liquids, and dusts, can exist under normal operating conditions. They are also for use in indoor and outdoor areas where dampness and highly...

Temperature Transmitter: universal and common uses. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The SEM310 HART Protocol In-Head Temperature Transmitter allows the user to download information or interrogate the device. The HART communications protocol also enables operation with propriety software packages, together with remote...

Gas Analyzer: uses non dispersive infrared technology. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The Enviromax Gas Analyzer for CO can provide resolution as low as 0.1 ppm on a full scale range of 0-50 ppm using a long path length sample sale. The analyzer uses non dispersive infrared technology and is billed as being able to offer...

Weidmuller DIN-rail terminal blocks catalog.
October 1, 2002... This 272-page catalog presents products and outlines DIN-rail mounted terminal blocks. Easy-to-navigate matrices and color-coded sections for Screw Clamp, Tension, and Insulation placement Clamp Terminal Blocks make it easy to find the right...

Control equipment catalog.
October 1, 2002... From a 32nd DIN single loop to 4 or 8 channels in a 1/4 DIN to a modularly built multi-zone controller... we do it all. We've been doing it since 1937... (and we do it very well). RKC Instrument. info@rkcinst.com. Ph: 574-273-6099. Reply...

Cognex free report on buying vision sensors.
October 1, 2002... Recently released was a report entitled, Buying a Vision Sensor: 10 Questions You Must Ask. The report takes an in-depth took at the most important considerations to make when evaluating vision sensors, and offers valuable tips on how to...

New brochure from Beijer Electronics.
October 1, 2002... Beijer Electronics, Schaumburg, IL, has introduced a new brochure that provides a detailed overview of the functions and technical data for its CIMREX series of operator interfaces. Nine models feature Cimrex Dual Drivers that allow...

Martel MC-1200.
October 1, 2002... The Martel MC-1200 Multi-Function is a hand-held calibrator providing 0.015% of reading accuracy, or better, that will calibrate thermocouples, RTDs, Current, Voltage, Frequency, Pulse Trains, pressure modules, transmitters, and Hart[TM]...

Pressure sensors.
October 1, 2002... 14-page brochure features TURCK's complete line of pressure sensors. TURCK's wide range of pressure-sensing products have been designed toward versatility. Each sensor is completely self-contained and fully programmable with a variety of...

Phoenix contact's ISA exhibitor highlights.
October 1, 2002... Highlights features Phoenix Contact's latest products for innovative interface solutions that enable open automation and direct communication between the front office IT and the plant floor. 800-322-3225 www.phoenixcon.com Reply #3007 ...

Versatile load monitor.
October 1, 2002... Universal Power Cell gives you valuable information about mixture viscosity, tool condition, pump or fan flow, loss of load or overload. It senses true motor power with Hall Effect devices and works on both fixed and variable frequency power....

Industrial Automation Interconnect GUIDE-2003.
October 1, 2002... Lumberg is pleased to announce our new Industrial Automation Interconnect GUIDE-2003. This 500-page plus catalog includes four-color photographs, schematic diagrams, application notes, quick reference guide and detailed specifications for our...

Corrosion resistant enclosures.
October 1, 2002... New 80-page Enclosure Catalog describes 15 corrosion resistant enclosure families, in polycarbonate, ABS, aluminum and fiberglass. The product families include small, medium and large size enclosures with three product lines specifically for...

Acromag, Inc.
October 1, 2002... New 900PB Series ProfiBus I/O Modules provide a low-cost, network interface. 12-channel analog I/O and discrete I/O modules save space and simplify installation. www.acromag.com Tel: (248) 624-1541 E-mail: sales@acromag.com Reply #3012 ...

JUMO technical data.
October 1, 2002... The JUMO H202 Sensor is used for measuring the hydrogen peroxide concentration in aqueous solutions. It offers a unique patented method of measuring the hydrogen peroxide concentration, which is evaluated and controlled through a transmitter...

Motion controller: expanded functions. (Motion Control (Motors, Motor Controls, Drives, Encoders)).
October 1, 2002... This integrated intelligent programmable motion controller version Mdrive23 Motion Control combines the same features of this company's Mdrive23, a NEMA size 23 high torque stepping motor with on-board +12 to +48 volt microstepping drive with...

Variable frequency drive: INTERBUS-compatible. (Motion Control (Motors, Motor Controls, Drives, Encoders)).
October 1, 2002... The INTERBUS-compatible variable frequency joins this company's line of machine-mount motors starters to provide a solution for applications requiring speed control of three-phase motors. The stainless steel enclosure makes these VFDs suited...

Servo drives: 480 Vac; fit 10" cabinet. (Motion Control (Motors, Motor Controls, Drives, Encoders)).
October 1, 2002... The PCE800 Series servo drives are DSP-based drives featuring 480 Vac, making them powerful enough for big jobs and compatible with European voltage requirements. They feature a footprint up to 40% smaller than comparable drives and are small...

Servo drives: SERCOS interface and more. (Motion Control (Motors, Motor Controls, Drives, Encoders)).
October 1, 2002... The ECODRIVE Cs series of AC servo drives are available in the 100- to 750-watt power range and operate using single-phase and three-phase supply systems with input voltages up to 230 Vac. Fitted with the SERCOS interface, Profibus-DP or...

Trends in motion control. (Motion Control (Motors, Motor Controls, Drives, Encoders)).
October 1, 2002... The trend in Motion Control is toward higher and higher levels of integration. The SmartMotor manufactured by Animatics Corporation is one example of integrated servo motion. The trend in Automation is toward integration. The SmartMotor line of...

Infrared thermometers: with an expaned range. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... A range of high temperature Cyclops portable infrared thermometers are now available. Cyclops 53 is a general purpose high temperature thermometer which provides readings from 600 to 3,000[degrees]C in steel, glass, refractories, heat...

Bar code reader: simplifies 2D reading. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The Quadrus EZ[TM] bar code scanner combines the functionality of a vision system with the ease of use and price point of a laser bar code scanner. It provides manufacturers with an out-of-the-box solution for decoding both linear and 2D...

PM motor: slotless and brushless. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The ThinGap[TM] TG3600 Series slotless brushless PM motor incorporates new winding technology that eliminates eddy current and hysterisis losses and achieves very high power efficiency over a wide speed range. A maximum continuous torque of 115...

Keyboard/KVM units: control 120 personal computers. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... CyberKVM[TM] 1U rack-mount keyboards/KVM units include up to 8 internal KVM switches and ports, plus a display port and a daisy-chain port. Teamed with 7 slave 16-port KVM switches, Cyber KVM units can control 120 PCs from a single spot. ...

Measurement system: with bi-directional wireless design. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The TankScan W Series wireless measurement system is comprised of wireless measurement monitors, indicators, communication controllers and a PC-based host software package. Barton Instrument Systems, LLC 900 S. Turnbull Canyon Rd., City...

LCD displays: feature high contrast. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... Two new enhanced displays, the ENH104XP-450 and ENH104XP-800, have recently been released. The ENH104XP-450 and ENH104XP-800 are bright, high contrast 10.4" diagonal XGA (1024x768) Thin Film Transistor (TFT) LCD displays. These displays are...

Glow Dial Thermometers: with luminescent dial. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... This Glow Dial Thermometer is available on models AA575 and GT500.The luminescent dial has two tabs that snap onto the dial rim. The user decides where they want to set each reflective tab. Minimum and maximum limits can be indicated which...

Pressure sensors: new calibration module. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The Sensor Calibration Module (SCM) is a new option for the DPR 515 (option H). The SCM option will enable the user to source low voltage for transducer or transmitter excitation and read back the milliVolts, volts, or milliamps output from the...

Safety switches: feature latching outputs. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The new heavy-duty Rope Pull Emergency Stop Safety Switches are activated by pulling on a cable attached to the switch actuator. By connecting to cables, these switches provide multiple-location emergency shutdown capabilities. They are ideal...

Fatigue rated load cells: for 100 million cycles. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The Series 1400 is a range of fatigue-rated, strain-gage type load cells. It is available in capacities from 250 to 5 million lbs. and offers high accuracy and stiffness, and fatigue resistant steel construction. Additional features include a...

Buscoupler: for Ethernet I/O. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... A new Ethernet buscoupler has been added to the MachinePoint line of remote I/O. The Ethernet module uses Modbus TCP/IP for data transmission at 10Mbit/100Mbit between control and machine components. OEMs can create a bundled control solution...

Compact I/P transducer: with explosion proof housing. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... Type 950 Explosion-Proof I/P (Current-to-Pressure) transducer converts an electrical current signal to a proportionally linear pneumatic output to actuate valves. Its NEMA 4X (IP65) housing is designed for both intrinsically safe and explosion...

Ethernet board: for tool to plant communications. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The 100BASE-TX Ethernet card provides high-speed communications between Series 15i, 16i, 18i and 21i CNCs and a manufacturing network. The new board offers TCP/IP and FTP Ethernet communications using GE Fanuc's FOCUS1/Ethernet interface. With...

Power entry module: exceeds power limits. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The new EF Series include an AC inlet and circuit breaker, UL rated up to 20 amps at 250 volts. The power inlet is according to IEC/EN603201/C20 and the circuit breaker is according to IEC/EN 60934 and UL 1077 (for equipment). The new...

Linear position sensor: miniature PCB. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The HMR4007 Linear Position Sensor Module is a miniature "drop-in" printed circuit board that measures extended-range linear position. This high-resolution sensor module demonstrates the position-sensing concept and assists users in easily...

PCB terminal strips: retain compact design. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... These PCB terminal strips, the 745 Series, feature a space-saving design and an increased current rating of 50 A. The 745 Series is available with a pin spacing of 15 mm and 20 mm and is designed for use with wire gauges from #24 to #6 AWG....

Turbine flow meters: for high pressure applications. (Flow Controllers, Regulators & Transmitters).
October 1, 2002... The HHP Series turbine flow meters for high pressure liquid and gas applications provide users with the ability to monitor their high pressure flow applications with an accuracy of +/-0.5% for liquids and +/-1% of reading for gases. This...

Flow transmitter: programmable. (Flow Controllers, Regulators & Transmitters).
October 1, 2002... Model IN-889B loop-powered transmitter was primarily designed for use with flow transducers to provide a calibrated signal for accurate flow measurement of liquids. The voltage input signal from the flow transducer is amplified and converted...

Flow controller: both analog and digital. (Flow Controllers, Regulators & Transmitters).
October 1, 2002... Model 2100 flow controller accepts both analog and digital flow sensor inputs. It is available as a NEMA 4 panel or wall mount unit. Rate and total are displayed simultaneously on the two-line alphanumeric LCD. The 2100 may be configured with...

Mass flow transmitter: explosion-proof enclosure. (Flow Controllers, Regulators & Transmitters).
October 1, 2002... The TA2 Thermatel Thermal Mass Flow Transmitter is offered in an integral, two-compartment explosion-proof enclosure and features optional HART communication, plug-in, rotatable display module with 2 line by 16 character display and four...

The importance of in-line flow sensing. (Flow Controllers, Regulators & Tranmitters).
October 1, 2002... In-line flow sensing can have significant advantages over conventional flow monitors. These sensors can monitor changes as low as 5 ml/min (0.001 GPM) and one sensor can be used with both liquids and gases. Many also feature extremely fast...

Process analyzer: remote service capability. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... A remote servicing and maintenance of the Smart Sensor and Series 2000 product lines will be available via the Internet. All Smart Sensor and Series 2000 products are upgradeable for remote service capability. These include oxygen analyzers...

Torque transducers: with high speed. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... The new T10FS series of torque transducers feature high speeds and small mass moments or inertia. The transducers are designed for high-performance automotive testing applications where extremely high speeds with uncompromising accuracy are...

OEM transducer: for shock and vibration applications. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... This new product has been designed to address some of the most severe OEM applications involving the rigors of shock, vibration and operating temperature extremes. The KM10 is ideally suited for pressure monitoring applications on construction...

Development kits: for windows CE.NET and XP embedded. (Product News).
October 1, 2002... Ready-to-run implementations of Windows CE .NET and Windows XP Embedded are now available on the SBC-GX1 embedded PC platform. The SBC-GX1 Development Kit for Windows CE .NET offers Windows CE .NET pre-loaded on the resident 16Mbyte Flash...

Integrated infrared thermometer and digital camera simultaneously takes temperature measurements and documents them with digital photographs for complete reporting. (Automation Excellence Awards).
October 1, 2002... The PhotoTemp[TM] MX6 integrated infrared thermometer and digital camera lets you take non-contact temperature measurements while documenting them with digital photographs. Designed for plant maintenance personnel to photograph, share, and...

6-1/2-digit digital multimeter operates as a full-featured DMM and 1.8 MS/s isolated digitizer. (Automation Excellence Awards).
October 1, 2002... Recently, National Instruments, Austin, TX, introduced the PXI-4070 FlexDMM, a full-featured 6-1/2-digit digital multimeter in a single-slot 3U PXI module. The FlexDMM delivers the accuracy of a 6-1/2-digit DMM along with the advanced features...

Serial device servers are designed with a software approach that enables users without a high level of windows expertise to easily install and configure their serial device servers. (Automation Excellence Awards).
October 1, 2002... Ethernet is the networking option of choice for industrial applications and provides a low cost, efficient method of installing, managing, and maintain a wide variety of devices, according to Quatech, Inc., Akron, OH. Most of these applications...