Product Design & Development articles from March 2005

Product Design & Development archives from March 2005

Double containment piping system.(First look: smart products and technical tools for engineers)
March 1, 2005... Pro-Lock is a piping system designed for double contained sodium hypochlorite and bleach systems. ProLock compliments the entire line up of PP, HDPE, PVDF, and E-CTFE dual contained piping options. Users can select the system, the material, and...

Non-fused disconnects.(First look: smart products and technical tools for engineers)
March 1, 2005... The SD1 Series of non-fused disconnects allows breaking and disconnecting on equipment loads up to 600 Vac at a nominal current range from 16 to 40 A. Meanwhile SD2 Series non-fused disconnects allow breaking and disconnecting on equipment...

USB data logger.(First look: smart products and technical tools for engineers)
March 1, 2005... The USB ADC-11 data logger has USB connectivity to allow fast sampling rates and additional digital outputs for use as control or alarm outputs. Available in two variants, the USB ADO-11/10 (10 bit) and USB ADC-11/12 (12 bit) are both...

Snapable hinges.(PD&D Exclusive)
March 1, 2005... Snap-Line hinges are suitable for electrical enclosures, cabinets in telecommunications, and any sheet metal applications in an industrial environment. Traditionally, installing a hinge on a door or frame requires as many as three...

Industrial luminaires.(First look: smart products and technical tools for engineers)
March 1, 2005... The ABLL-1 is a high-output LED industrial lighting product. These robust waterproof luminaires are designed to withstand today's hostile industrial environments. Cool-to-the-touch and maintenance-free, the LEDs are suitable for various machine...

Double-cartridge seals.(First look: smart products and technical tools for engineers)
March 1, 2005... The 1700 Series is designed for use with Stan-Cor Series centrifugal pumps. These seals are hydraulically balanced and feature a cassette-within-a-cartridge design that reduces costs with a removable inner cassette that allows the gland to be...

Oscilloscopes with mixed-signal option.(First look: smart products and technical tools for engineers)
March 1, 2005... The MS-32 is a mixed-signal option that adds 32 digital channel support to most WaveSurfer 400 and WaveRunner 6000A Series high-performance oscilloscopes. The MS-32 can be useful for applications such as embedded controller testing, where...

Chip inductors.(PD&D Exclusive)
March 1, 2005... A new series of micro-miniature chip inductors has been added to a line of surface mount and through-hole coils, chokes, inductors, and transformers. PM0402T and PM0603T chip inductors are designed to provide tight inductance tolerance with...

Pneumatic valves.(Product Review)
March 1, 2005... Much of the news we see about pneumatic controls is about things such as computer-controlled solenoid valves, but non-automated valves are as necessary to pneumatic equipment design as gravel is to road construction: they get little publicity,...

Reducing valve.(Product Review)
March 1, 2005... The DR20 direct-acting pressure reducing valve, for use on small process equipment, is less than 7-1/2 in. high and less than 2-3/4 in. wide in sizes from 1/2 to 1 in. TLV Corp. Model DR20 Size 1/2 to 1 in....

Flow control valves.(Product Review)
March 1, 2005... The JFC-4 and JFC-5 combination needle and check valve flow controls are typically used to control airflow from air cylinders, controlling the speed at which the piston extends or retracts. Clippard Instrument Laboratory Inc. Model ...

Swing check valves.(Product Review)
March 1, 2005... A line of valves has been expanded to include 3- and 4-in. swing check units for flow reversal prevention in dry bulk transfer carriers. The valves protect food-grade and sensitive dry bulk contents. Dixon Bayco Model Swing...

Pressure relief valves.(Product Review)
March 1, 2005... ARAVC pressure relief valves can be pre-set from 0.5 to 150 psi, and settings are accurate to [+ or -]5 percent. The psi setting is stamped on the valves. Available materials are aluminum or 316 stainless steel. Industrial Specialties...

Thinking outside the box with production machinery: can manufacturing equipment relies on unique fasteners for critical joints.(Engineering At Work)
March 1, 2005... The best production equipment is only as good as its weakest link. In too many cases, the weakest link is the fastener selected to hold that equipment together. In fact, the wrong type of fastener has been known to bring multi-million dollar...

Position sensor ideal in hostile mining environments.(Linear & Rotary Measurement Technology)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... The PT9150 Cable-Extension Position Sensor provides reliable performance in harsh environments such as non-stop use on mining equipment by Superior Highwall Miners, Beckley, WV. Environmentally rated IP67, the PT9150 makes linear measurements...

Linear position transducer has 316SS enclosure for hazardous area applications.(Linear & Rotary Measurement Technology)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... Rugged by design, the PT8000 Series Linear Cable-Extension Transducers are industrial-grade devices that have been engineered for reliability and easy installation. The 316SS enclosure provides increased corrosion resistance in hostile...

Linear Potentiometer ideal for industrial automation and robotic applications.(Linear & Rotary Measurement Technology)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... Specifically designed for a wide range of demanding applications including industrial automation and robotics, the CLWG Linear Potentiometer is a highly accurate and rugged device with measurement ranges of 3" to 30". Easy to install and...

Digital output position sensors are easy to install and quick to ship.(Linear & Rotary Measurement Technology)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... Easy to install and maintain, Celesco's ruggedly designed digital output position sensors are reliable and accurate devices that are available with DeviceNet[R], CAN J1939, and RS232 communication protocols. Digital signals are highly reliable...

Flexibility keys automated deburring operations.(Tech Watch)
March 1, 2005... The success of most automated deburring operations is dependent on the flexibility and consistency of the deburring tool. Problematical burrs, residual material on parting lines, and flashing on die-cast parts must be removed for operational,...

PCB sockets for LEDs.(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... P-C-LITE Series sockets, mounts for attaching 3 & 5 mm LEDs to circuit boards. Used for status, Logic, and fault detection Lights. The sockets simplify installation or replacement of LEDs during assembly and field service. VCC Inc. (800)...

Positive locking header.(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... CNX series male pin header provides positive Locking for securing a connector to the PCB. In addition to the "Click, it's locked" feature, a unique finger lever prevents the connector from being inserted in a reverse position. VCC Inc....

Interconnect with resistor for LEDS.(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... CNX solderless interconnect offers an easy plug-in connection between panel mounted LED and power source. Panel connection has been tested to withstand shock, vibration, wet or dry conditions. Various cable Lengths, wire terminations, lense...

Microstepping driver.(From The Cover)
March 1, 2005... The R325 microstepping driver is designed to merge the needs of performance and low cost. it is capable of output currents ranging from 0.25 to 3 A, peak while handling 12 to 48 Vdc input voltages. Selectable step resolutions from full, 2x, 4x,...

Extensive testing keeps airplanes flying high.(From The Field)
March 1, 2005... The kind of stress, fatigue, cracks, and impact that an airplane has to endure in its typical operation is truly amazing. What's even more amazing is that the vast majority of aircraft are able to withstand these negative forces and perform...

Homegrown outsourcing: companies looking to shed the production of complex components can turn to line transfer manufacturing to avoid the pitfalls of foreign outsourcing, while still enjoying the same types of advantages and savings.(Technology Review)
March 1, 2005... Without question, popularity has steadily grown for outsourcing costly manufacturing to a country where labor is cheap. But make no mistake: outsourcing a highly technical or complex process to someplace abroad, where the language, culture, and...

Q&A: power transmission.(Questions & Answers)
March 1, 2005... This month's Q&A looks at a collaborative project between four companies--Ricardo UK, Ford Motor Co., Valeo SA, and Gates Corp.--to design a micro-hybrid delivery vehicle. Dr. Marc W. Wiseman serves as the global product group director for...

Engineering road show: displays set to spark automobile designers' ideas.(Show Stoppers)
March 1, 2005... Engineers in the automotive industry wanting to get their motors running and get their designs out on the highway might find that one missing piece among the hundreds of displays at SAE International's annual gathering in Detroit. In what has...

Switching power sources.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... Three single-output families of dc/dc converters are suitable for mobile applications requiring high power and stable dc power from vehicular or battery power sources. The lines include GTD21088, GTD21109, GTD21148 Series of car plug...

Cages and connectors.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... The SFP product family offers the SFP ganged cages, SFP stacked multi-port connectors, and the SFP pluggable multi-port stacked cage assemblies to meet higher packaging density needs for a variety of networking and data communication equipment...

Angular contact ball bearing.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... The Explorer is available in both single- and double-row versions and offers a new performance class for users compared with previous designs. The high-performance single-row angular ball bearing can be universally matched in sets for proper...

Low-profile air gripper.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... The MHF2 uses a low-profile design to save space and reduce bending moments. Because of its compact height, the gripper remains close to the manipulator to which it is attached, greatly reducing bending moments and allowing the use of a lighter...

Ultrasonic flow meters.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... HTTF ultrasonic flow meters are designed as a solution for machine tool coolant lines and other industrial processes where contaminants can cause inaccurate readings. They are especially useful for replacing mechanical flow meters in...

External linear actuator.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... A size 8 hybrid external linear actuator is 21 [mm.sup.2]. The patent-pending design is intended to deliver high performance and long life in an extremely compact package. The unit is designed to replace four different components--a motor,...

Multi-turn encoder.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... The HMT25 is a multi-turn absolute encoder with electronic reset capability. Unlike manual resets (buttons or switches) an electronic reset can use system software for initialization. This greatly improves machine set-up time, especially in...

MRI syringe pump.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... A new remote-operated MRI syringe pump is designed to meet the needs of the MRI environment. The pump is suitable for drug delivery and tracer studies, when MRI imaging and real-time monitoring are essential. It combines a two syringe pump...

Control enclosures.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... A new line of Allen-Bradley definite-purpose control enclosures is designed to save users considerable installation time due to the enclosure's mounting grid, which acts like a pegboard for mounting the enclosures on machinery. The enclosure's...

New range of power UL/CSA connectors by Lapp.(New Products)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... Lapp USA has announced the launch of a brand new range of EPIC[R] Pin & Sleeve IEC60309 Connectors, which are designed to meet the power connectivity needs and safety requirements of North American industrial applications. The North American...

Custom populated cable carriers and assemblies by Lapp Systems USA.(New Products)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... Lapp Systems USA specializes in custom populated cable carriers and assemblies for use in automation and control systems. Focused efforts have led to the development of "turn-key" solutions which include everything from cables and strain...

European portable cordage & hook-up wire manufactured to the <HAR> standard for worldwide use.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... Lapp offers a flexible cable cord with a PVC jacket and insulation or rubber insulations and a neoprene jacket, built to the European standard for harmonized cable. Also suitable for industrial areas exposed to water, dampness and dry...

Lapp launches the EPIC[R] HBE Series "Quick 48" Program.(New Products)(Advertisement)
March 1, 2005... Lapp USA introduces its new HBE Series "Quick 48" Program. We have increased our "on the shelf" inventory of our most popular EPIC[R] HBE Series bases, hoods, and inserts. A selection of parts are now available from stock typically in 48 hours...

SKINTOP[R] cord connectors designed for durability.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... SKINTOP[R] liquid-tight, strain relief connectors are available in PG, NPT, and Metric thread size with international approvals such as UL, CSA, VDE, and SE. The SKINTOP[R] is recognized around the world as an excellent way of securing a cable...

Dispense valve.(From The Cover)
March 1, 2005... The Model 2600-035 Tip-Seal high-volume dispense valve is designed for precision dispensing of medium- to high-viscosity adhesive and sealant materials. The valve opens and closes the material passage at the tip of the nozzle to precisely start...

Battery management circuit.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... The bq26150 is an intelligent battery management integrated circuit (IC) that resides in the battery pack and communicates with the host system's micro-controller or applications processor. The host processor, such as the OMAP2420 applications...

Spiral cable wrap.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... Heli-Tube spirally cut cable wrap neatly organizes cables while permitting breakouts in any direction. Providing protection against abrasion, with greater flexibility than wiring duct, this spiral wrap applies without tools and comes in a...

Metallic coating.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... A chromium carbide and nickel base metallic coating is formulated for abrasion resistance. Called Wear-Tuff, this abrasion-resistant metallic coatings features a proprietary carbide and nickel base formulation which is applied as a slurry or...

Interlock switches.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... The GKN Series of safety key operated switches provides the features industrial equipment manufacturers require for safety position detection of protective guards or doors in a reliable, cost-effective, industry standard package. The GKN Series...

Light curtain controller.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... The LCM-100 Series controller has a lockable metal enclosure that carries an environmental rating of NEMA 4,12 (IP65). The enclosure protects the controller from water oversprays and dust, while allowing easy access to the board. ...

Motion controller.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... The DB-28104 mounts directly to the DMC-21x3 Ethernet motion controller to perform interpolation of up to four sinusoidal encoders. Compact in size at 3.51 x 3.075 in., the board delivers high position feedback resolution, eliminating the need...

Power injectors.(New Products)
March 1, 2005... PSA19U and PSA29U high-power single-port power injectors are designed for power-over-Ethernet (POE) applications. The PSA19U high-power, one-port injector is compliant with the new IEEE802.3af international standard and provides 20 W, while the...