Product Design & Development articles from November 2003

Product Design & Development archives from November 2003

Brushless servomotor.
November 1, 2003... The TPMA high torque ac servo actuator features a low-backlash, high-precision planetary gearhead, a resolver or absolute encoder, and an optional holding brake. It's said to be shorter and lighter than comparable servomotor-gearhead...

Pneumatic valve system.
November 1, 2003... The Moduflex offers a new approach to electro-pneumatic automation. It lets engineers select from two standard valve sizes (0.32 and 0.8 Cv) and assemble dual 3/2, 4/2, and 4/3 configurations in one island to meet application requirements with...

Sunlight-visible lamps.
November 1, 2003... These 15-mm single-contact bayonet base LED lamps are new direct incandescent replacement devices that incorporate optical-grade epoxy and light optimizing designs to provide vivid light. They are available with 40, 30, and 18 LEDs. Four...

Vibration-proof fasteners.
November 1, 2003... The self-locking TineLok nut and bolt, now available in plastic, have performance characteristics identical to their metal counterparts. Benefits include non-corrosiveness, lighter weight, and multi-patented performance that defeats loosening....

Guarding the perimeter.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... The PA4600 perimeter access guarding device is a long-range, multi-beam safeguarding control system. Between one and six beams are available, and its simple two-box design requires no separate control box or cabling between the transmitter and...

Led devices and light pipes.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... SMPT Series surface-mount LED devices are designed to accept flexible light pipes (FLP Series) to create a new design and installation style that will eliminate the need for through-hole PC boards typically required for installation of light...

Hybrid solution.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... The Size 34 hybrid external linear actuator has a rotating lead screw design that uses a stainless steel acme lead screw incorporated directly into the motors rotor. Shaft to lead screw couplers are not needed with this design, thus saving...

Resistant seals.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... The Duralast 4203 line of seals is designed to overcome the conflicting requirements sealing materials face from such diverse fluids as synthetic ester, vegetable oil, and mineral-based, fire-resistant, or biodegradable fluids. Duralast 4203...

Cables bring it together.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... E-Z Triflex cable carriers are designed for flexibility and easy assembly. Suitable for robotic applications and other space-restricted, multiple-axis applications where freedom of movement is crucial, they can snake in three different...

Cool power supply.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... The JPS350 Series is a 350 W power supply that requires only 18 CFM airflow. It can also operate without any airflow. The power supply can provide continuous 300 W output at up to 50 C with convection cooling. Measuring 9 in. long by 5 in. wide...

Lighting the way.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... Round RopeLED accent lighting, designed for easy installation, is housed with a flexible PVC tube with a diameter of 0.5 in. at a length of at least 6.5 ft. It features 10 LEDs per foot, which are spaced 1.1 in. apart. Its weather-resistant...

Flat conductor ribbon cable.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... Ansley 175 Series ribbon is designed to provide a solution for applications requiring high flexibility, low weight, and long life. Using flat copper conductors within a polyester insulation, the cable is available in a choice of sizes. A...

Industrially gauging.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... This industrial digital gauge combines the features of 4-20 mA output and a switching option of one or two SPDT switches for indication, transmission, and switching capability in one package. It boasts 0.25 percent full scale terminal point...

Spiral retaining rings for internal/external grooves.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... This line of spiral retaining rings can operate in an internal and an external groove at the same time. They boast many benefits for the ID/OD lock including concealed fastening, no required assembly tooling, and a 360-degree rotational...

Nema cordsets with angled connectors.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... Priced at $10.44 per piece, three new Interpower NEMA 6-20P cordsets are for equipment rated up to 20 A with service at 250 Vac. The cordsets are UL listed and CSA certified. The cordsets are available with 2.5 in of 3 x 12 AWG, SIT cable....

One-reel terminal feed system.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... New heavy-duty ring and spade terminals are available two or three up on a single-reel rear-feed system. They are designed to eliminate time-consuming handling of bulk ring and spade terminals. They are oval or fork-shaped conductors made...

Microprocessor-controlled luminescence sensors.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... The QL Series of microprocessor-controlled luminescence sensors consists of the QL50 and the QL55. These self contained sensors use a modulated ultraviolet LED to scan for luminescence in materials and are not affected by color or contrast...

Potting compounds.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... Syon thermally conductive potting/encapsulating compounds are suitable for sealing electrical components or wiring in applications where heat dissipation is required. These low-shrink epoxide formulations are engineered to mix and pour easily...

Combination valve for hydraulic pump systems.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... The new Triple Duty valve performs all the functions of three valves normally required on the discharge side of hydronic pump systems. By incorporating three valves into one, the new design saves in material costs and minimizes installation...

Stud terminals for high-current applications.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... The selos family of terminal blocks includes the new Power Line DIN rail stud units suitable for high-current applications such as voltage distribution in switchgear. These stud terminals connect large wires up to 250 MCM with ring...

Instrument suite for mixed-signal PXI applications.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... A suite of 100 MS/s PXI instruments is designed to increase flexibility and system performance for rapid prototyping and testing of mixed-signal devices and systems. The modular instrumentation suite is matched in frequency and capability. It...

Heavy-duty encoder.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... The SRS/M 25 is a heavy-duty Sincos encoder. It features an IP66 protection rating and high bearing capacity, making it suitable for use in industrial applications. It can be coupled to any servo motor when the motor design cannot be...

Pair of cabinet racks.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... Two cabinet racks adhere to NEMA 12 and IEC 529 IP55 requirements. These new units are priced 5 to 10 percent less than other units, costing $1,279.70 to $1,307.30 in quantities of eight or more. They are offered in two different sizes. The...

Operator interface control system.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... The Dedicated Distributed Controller (DDC) is a pre-engineered system of operator interfaces. It includes 22-ram operators, local or remote I/O, and a main control that is customized for specific OEM applications. The DDC consists of two...

Software for power train testing.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... Version 4.0 of DynoLAB Test Executive is the software core of testing products DynoLAB PT and DynoLAB EM. It offers users of DynoLAB systems the ability to create test sequences without complex programming. Version 4.0 features a profiling...

Fiber-optic lines of light.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... Priced from 80 cents to $1.50 per square inch, OptiLine fiber-optic lines of light are suitable for use as splash and function lighting in small, inaccessible areas as well as for backlighting in a variety of products such as bezels used in...

Low-profile connectors.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... Two new series of low-profile connectors are available in single and stacked styles. The KUSBL-SMT and KUSBL boast space-saving benefits to designers of computer laptop and desktop systems as well as peripherals such as keyboards, scanners, and...

Point-of-load converters.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... The LEN Series of non-isolated, point-of-load converters boasts 85 to 96 percent efficiencies for intermediate bus architectures. These bricks are suitable as building blocks for emerging on-board power distribution schemes in which isolated...

Through-hole power inductors.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... The 2100HT, 2200HT, and 2300HT Series of high-temperature, high-current toroid power inductors are suitable for the automotive, military, aerospace, and petroleum industries, or any application where intense heat is generated. The through-hole...

Logic analyzers with deep memory.(What's Hot)
November 1, 2003... Priced at $9,200, TLA5000 Series logic analyzers feature 500 ps/32 Mb deep memory timing simultaneous with 125 ps MagniVu acquisition. The units boast high timing resolution and powerful triggering capabilities to debug glitches. The...

Pump gets an increase in versatility.(Hydraulics/Pneumatics)
November 1, 2003... Engineers designing hydraulic applications using pumps need those pumps to be versatile, especially in today's complex systems. One pump, the E5 from Versa-Matic Pump Co., has been redesigned to provide more versatility than the original model....

Metallic gas springs.(Hydraulics/Pneumatics)
November 1, 2003... Lift-O-Mat gas springs are now available in a silver metallic paint finish. Used in a variety of industries including cabinet making, RVs, and boats, they are engineered to provide effortless opening and closing of doors as well as lids with a...

All-plastic butterfly valves.(Hydraulics/Pneumatics)
November 1, 2003... A line of all-plastic butterfly valves is designed to be easily adapted to specific application requirements. The units have a fabricated design that allows for valve body changes that would be impossible or expensive with valves made with a...

Right-angle relief valves.(Hydraulics/Pneumatics)
November 1, 2003... R6000 Series right-angle relief valves have a pressure range of 5 to 10,000 psig and are designed to improve inefficiencies common with typical industry right-angle valves. Design features include a fully encapsulated seat seal, which prevents...

Compact ISO valves.(Hydraulics/Pneumatics)
November 1, 2003... Combining a compact design with high performance, the V40 and V41 Series of miniature ISO valves are suitable for applications where flow of compressed air has to be directed to system components such as actuators contained within pneumatic...

Connecting with cables.(Wire & Cable)
November 1, 2003... Think about it--cables are everywhere. They keep the world connected and working. "While wireless technologies such as Bluetooth are useful for many data applications, copper- and fiber-based cable systems are still the most reliable and widely...

Simulation key to new assault ships.(CAD/CAE)
November 1, 2003... If recent events are any indication, future wars will be unlike all others. To prepare for this challenge, the expeditionary warfare division of the Naval Seas Command has embarked on a $4 billion program to build new amphibious assault ships...

Fastening news readers can use.(CAD/CAE)
November 1, 2003... Southco's Web site is designed to help engineers find specific solutions to their access hardware needs. It features 3D Partstream, which lets engineers download 3D CAD files in their native CAD package format. These 3D product drawings are...

CAD support with a mouse click.(CAD/CAE)
November 1, 2003... The "Solid Gold" online CAD support system, developed by Lee Spring Co., is a free service available to users of the company's online catalog, which can be found at www.leespring.com. The system allows users to not only view and manipulate...

Time delay relay.(Switches & Relays)
November 1, 2003... The TRDU Series has been designed to simplify the selection of plug-in time delay relays. It's engineered to replace hundreds of conventional units, and industry-standard 8- and 11-pin base wiring means no rewiring is required. The relay has 21...

Switch modification.(Switches & Relays)
November 1, 2003... Standard switch designs can be configured to satisfy complex switching applications. Modifications include an "OFF" position in place of a contact position, increased operating voltages, angled terminals and/or rotor straps, mechanical...

Solutions for today's appliances.(Switch & Relays)
November 1, 2003... Today's appliances have been showing the need for good switch design. The products examined in this article are all applicable to the latest generation of appliances and, for the design engineer, that's a positive thing. According to Rocio...

What's new online.
November 1, 2003... If you haven't seen Product Design and Development's Web site lately, you haven't seen it at all. In October, a new www.pddnet.com was launched. One of the many changes to the site has been the addition of bonus articles. To view these...

Gate drive transformers.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... Designed to support high-speed dc-dc converters in switching power supply applications, SM76760, SM76922, SM76924, and SM76925 gate drive transformers feature a hi-pot rating of up to 1,500 Vdc and come in miniature low-profile surface-mount...

Compact multipole connector.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... The SB350 multipole connector has spring-loaded, silver-plated contacts that create a self-wiping action during mating and unmating. This self-wiping design is engineered to ensure greater conductivity and longer life and is meant to keep...

Resin-free liquid flux.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... The Multicore MF200 is a lead-free compatible liquid flux that has been optimized for high yields at typical leadfree wave soldering temperatures. No-clean, resin-free, and halide-free, the Multicore MF200 is suitable for Sn/Pb type processes...

Micro coupling.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... The Microflex Series FK is a new miniature coupling that measures 5.5 mm in diameter and 9 mm in length. Iris composed of a flexible beam-cut polyamid element clamped to shafting with stainless steel hubs and set screws. Suitable for...

Custom molded rubber parts.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... Seals, O-rings, gaskets, and low-profile and flat parts can be custom molded in large volumes on a 400-ton Maplan horizontal injection press equipped with automatic demolding. The machine is equipped with a PC 4000 controller and a shot size...

Standard and custom syringe pumps.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... Standard and custom syringe pumps are available for precision filling and dispensing applications. VersaPump Series pumps offer syringe volumes ranging from 10 uL to 50 ML with three-way to eight-way valve capability. They can be...

High-speed vision sensor.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... The F210 high-speed vision sensor combines image acquisition as fast as 1.4 ms with advanced measurement algorithms for measurement and inspection operations. In addition, it can perform measurement cycles of as fast as 3 ms when used with the...

IDC/spring hybrid terminal blocks.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... A new family of IDC/spring clamp hybrid DIN rail terminal blocks has been designed to provide a quick insulation displacement connection to unstripped wires on one side and a more flexible spring clamp connection on the opposite side. The...

Smart motor starter.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... The Telemecanique TeSys U-Line motor starter combines the traditional power and control functions of a motor starter with built-in intelligence and a modular structure that provides design flexibility. The self-protected starter boasts...

State of the art flowmeter.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... The GF03 flowmeter features a sensing element that boasts precision thermal mass flow and gas composition sensors. It promises the accuracy, range, and resolution required to meet the most stringent air pollution regulations at total installed...

Miniature filters for EMI suppression.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... The W2H/W3H Series combines capacitor and inductor elements in a single distributed constant cir cult filter. The result is surface-mountable chip filters designed for EMI noise suppression in high-speed applications. Offered in 0805 and...

Hand-operated pressure regulators.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... The 2340 Series of hand-operated pressure regulators is appropriate for applications that require precise control of systems with inlet pressures up to 500 psi. With only three moving parts and no sliding seals, the regulators have a...

Bearing wave springs.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... The Bearing Wave Spring Series consists of single turn wave springs suitable for bearing preload applications. The wave spring preloads the bearing through its outer race, taking up play in the bearing. By preloading a bearing, an engineer can...

Low-voltage brushless dc motor.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... A new corrosion-resistant brushless dc motor, measuring 3.25 in. OD x 2.8 in. long, has been engineered for harsh environments requiring efficient, reliable motors. The low-voltage unit boasts 90 percent power efficiency and is fully encased...

High-performance industrial ADCs.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... High-performance Burr-Brown ADS 1255 and ADS1256 analog-to-digital converters (ADCs) for industrial applications boast a best-in class combination of noise-free resolution, data rate, and functionality. The 24-bit delta-sigma ADCs provide...

Level transmitters.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... New level transmitters for continuous, remote liquid measurement are based on the latest magnetostrictive float technology. Type FFG-T transmitters use current impulses from a magnetized float to offer measurements of liquid levels. Foaming,...

Decorative finishes on composite moldings.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... Composite thermoplastic moldings now come with a choice of permanent molded-in decorative finishes. They are engineered for designers who need attractive rein forced thermoplastic moldings in small to medium lots. Applications include helmets...

Pneumatic valve manifold system.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... The Clean Line CL03 pneumatic valve manifold system features the ability to withstand aggressive detergents and chemicals. It boasts a high protection class and a high degree of modularity and flexibility fur food processing and packaging...

Solution for sealing cable penetrations.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... A new solution for sealing single cable penetrations in cabinets and enclosures up to 1.118 in. thick is called the C RS T. It's available in four sizes for cable diameters from 3.6 to 30 mm. The C RS T is a round seal with a threaded sleeve...

Standoff and spacer kits.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... New spacer and standoff kits incorporate the most frequently used component sizes and materials required by engineers. Developed to simplify the selection process, each kit contains an array of brass, aluminum, and nylon spacers and standoffs...

Flow meters.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... EZ-View flow meters, constructed of polysulfone plastic, feature a wide variety of connection types and materials. Suitable for applications where accuracy is required and cost is a concern, they can be installed in any position--no special...

Remote in-line flow sensors.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... These remote in-line flow sensors are designed to provide machine builders with solutions for flow detection in limited space applications. The new sensors feature a compact housing, with stainless steel wetted parts that are available with a 4...

Switching devices.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... A new line of fiber-optic switching devices incorporates a combination of glass and plastic. The glass and plastic design creates optical devices that increase design flexibility and enable a short locus length. They can also be fabricated at a...

Cable assemblies.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... New trackless cable assemblies are self-supported units designed to eliminate the particulation, vibration, size, and weight associated with cable tracks. The cables function in a controlled motion without a cable rack or energy chain for...

Cable assemblies with antenna interface.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... These IEEE 802.11 (up to 6 GHz) antenna-interface cable assemblies use a U.FL connector. Custom lengths are available with industry-standard interfaces on the opposite ends. Applications include wireless communications, medical equipment,...

LED therapy: high-tech companies are exploring a strange new world to develop devices that cure on assortment of illnesses.(Real-World Engineering)
November 1, 2003... Almost everyone has seen all episode of Star Trek where the ship's doctor uses a hand-held laser device to heal any and all injuries crew members may have sustained while exploring new worlds. While this seems far-fetched to those of us who are...

Metal-bonding adhesives.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... New structural bonding adhesives are designed to replace rivets, screws, and welding, improve aesthetic appearance of finished products, and reduce assembly costs. There are one- and two-part epoxies offered as well as structural acrylics and...

Signal conditioners and electronic products.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... New signal conditioning and electronic products support TEDS smart sensors. TEDS sensors are mixed mode (analog/digital) self-identifying transducers containing fields that describe the type, operation, and attributes of the transducer. They...

Sensor chip.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... The sCAP 1 barometric absolute pressure sensor chip is an integrated MEMS device that uses signal-conditioned variable-capacitive silicon sensor technology. Suitable for blood pressure measurement applications due to its size and reliability,...

Bulk power supply.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... The HPS3KW fine of high-efficiency ac-to-dc switching power supplies offers 18 KW in a 3U bulk front end. HPS3KW modules deliver 3,000 watts of output power at 85 percent efficiency. A 19-in. rack can he configured with up to six of these...

Ultrasonic level switch.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... The Pump Protection Line of liquid level switches is suitable for applications up to 750[degrees]F. Using state of the art ultrasonic technology, the level switches operate in any liquid regardless of viscosity or aeration. Due to the high...

Two controls for hydraulic applications.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... The 2X DPQ digital controller is for hydraulic injection cylinders, and the DPC digital control is for hydraulic clamp systems. Both have analog or digital feedback and advanced control algorithms to allow fast, accurate system response and the...

Adhesive dispensing system.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... The Mixpac S-50 system for two-component adhesive dispensing is designed to work with manually operated dispensers as well as with a new battery-powered EZ-mix HI handheld dispensing unit. These two systems, when-used together, provide end...

Flexible control cables.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... L-Flexx 290 control cables can snake through a maze of tight curves and turns during installation in confined areas. They promise long-term reliability for fixed installations in harsh industrial environments. Available in unshielded and...

Temperature controller.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... The Model 3216 is a new temperature controller, which measures 90 mm deep, and has been designed with machine builders and OEMs in mind. The Model 3216 has a text display, high accuracy input, five on-board process recipes (48 parameters per...

Lead-free bearing for dry applications.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... The self-lubricating DP20 lead-free bearing is designed for dry applications such as automotive door binges, seats, dampers, steering, and wipers. Industrial applications include mechanical handling, pivots, linkages, HVAC, and office...

Linear and rotary solenoids.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... A line of Mecalectro linear and rotary solenoids is available to enable fast-moving electrically controlled action for industrial, commercial, and military applications. The line extends to shotbolts and holding and carrying electromagnets...

Radio frequency identification system.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... This new Balogh radio frequency identification (RFID) system is for use in all general-purpose industrial applications. It boasts compact passive TAGs (no battery required) that have a Read/Write memory of 96 bytes. The transceivers are...

In-line diagnostic tees.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... A new series of in line diagnostic tees has been designed to complement electronic diagnostic products from mechanical pressure and temperature-sensing equipment manufacturers. The heavy-duty tees, which also can be used for hydraulic fluid...

Type 1 enclosure.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... This multipurpose large Type 1 free-standing enclosure is designed for use in areas where Type 1 protection is desired. The enclosure is a housing solution for PLC/main control panels, power distribution cabinets, and HVAC applications in clean...

Pumps for abrasive liquids.(New Products)
November 1, 2003... Three new hardened material options are offered for high-wear stationary components on the Abrasive Liquid Pumps in order to extend pump service file. The pump casing and head are now available in vitek-hardened cast iron, austempered ductile...