CRYDOM’S WORLD CLASS SOLID STATE SWITCHING TECHNOLOGY IS NOW AVAILABLE IN THE SOLICON DRC SERIES OF SOLID STATE CONTACTORS WHICH OFFERS PERFORMANCE LEVELS NEVER REACHED BEFORE BY ANY CONTACTOR

Crydom is pleased to announce the new SOLICON DRC Series of AC Output Solid State Contactors. SOLICON solid state contactors are the most innovative compact DIN Rail Mounted, IEC standard based contactors in the market and combine all advantages of a solid state design with the functionality and simplicity of use of an electromechanical contactor.

SOLICON DRC Series solid state contactors are the only contactors for Motor Control in the market with:
- Maximum switching frequency of 9000 cycles/hour
- Embedded auxiliary contacts (Normally open and Normally closed)
- 100KA Short Circuit Current Rating
- The most frequently used AC and DC input control voltage configurations available (24VAC/DC, 120VAC, 230VAC)

These features make the SOLICON DRC Series unique in the market, beating similarly rated competitive products on each front with a broader working temperature range (-30ºC to +80ºC), better resistance to surge current (750 Amps), higher resistance to short circuit (2560 A2S), smaller size (height and depth) and greater life span (50 Million cycles).

All these premium features are included in both available SOLICON models:
- DRC3P, Solid State Contactor
- DRC3R, Reversing Solid State Contactor
Both models are rated up to 5HP @ 480VAC

The DRC3P is available in either instantaneous turn-on (typically used for Motor Control) or zero-crossing turn-on (more often used with resistive loads). Both are available with either 2 or 3 controlled legs.

The DRC3R reversing contactor also includes a control interlock feature that allows only Off, Forward and Reverse operation in a safe mode, while providing relevant cost reduction and high space saving.

Available with 2 operating voltage options (400 VAC and 480 VAC), 5 HP motor rated (except the DRC3P contactor with 3 controlled legs which is rated @ 3 HP) and including an LED input status indicator, the DRC3 can be used in combination with the most frequently used overload relays and thermal magnetic circuit breakers (Schneider Electric’s LRD and GV2) thanks to their full mechanical and electric compatibility.

Crydom’s SOLICON DRC Series contactors are C-UL-US Listed and compliant to IEC 60947-4-2 requirements. They are also CE certified to the IEC Low Voltage Directive and compliant to the IEC EMC and RoHS Directive.

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TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the TDK-Lambda DRB series of DIN rail power supplies for low power applications that require keenly priced basic functionality. Designed to support the growing trend for simple and economic DIN power solutions in industrial, building automation and process control applications, the DRB series combines low cost and extremely compact dimensions with industry leading efficiency of up to 91%. No load power consumption is between <0.3W and <0.5W depending on the model type.

“There’s strong customer demand for compact, convection cooled DIN rail power supplies that deliver their rated power without compromising long-term reliability,” says Martin Southam, Director of Marketing, TDK-Lambda EMEA. “Housed in a robust plastic case, the DRB supplies feature a narrow design, ranging from 18mm to 45mm, saving space on the DIN rail. We believe that these are the smallest products of their kind on the market. The DRB series is also perfect for customers working to ErP or Eco-Design guidelines.”

The supplies operate from a universal input of 85~264Vac and have EN61000-3-2 compliance, enabling worldwide use; moreover, they can withstand voltage of 300Vac surge for 5 seconds. The DRB series is available with 4 output power levels ranging from 15 – 100W and nominal output voltages of 5V, 12-15V, 24V or 48Vdc.

The supplies can operate at full load over a wide temperature range of -10 to +55°C (+70°C for 15W model). Typical ripple and noise is below 40mV and a green LED indicates DC OK. Other features include over current and over voltage protection, and a hold-up time of up to 20 ms at 100Vac input voltage, full load.

The smallest model measures just 18mm x 75mm x 90mm (DRB15-24-1); all DRB models will mount on either a TS35/7.5 or TS35/15 DIN rail offering engineers a flexible option for the various applications. In addition, they have been rigorously tested for shock and vibration while mounted onto the rail.

The DRB series is approved to UL508 safety standard for industrial control equipment. Further safety approvals include IEC/EN 60950-1 (2nd Ed.) and UL/CSA 60950-1. CE marked in accordance with the LV Directive, EMC Directive and RoHS Directive, the power supplies are designed to meet EN55022 and CISPR22 Class B for conducted and radiated EMI, and include a three-year warranty.

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Hylec-APL has added two IP68 electrical connectors to its waterproof range which have diameters that are less than that of a one pound coin. The inline connectors both use cable gland technology to form a completely weatherproof seal without the need for silicone gel. The connectors are designed so that the terminals form part of the outer casing making the overall diameter of the connectors just 23mm.

* Mini-TeeTube and mini-TeePlug have an innovative design which incorporates the wire terminals as part of the external housing.
* Housing ends features a dome topped cable gland and co-moulded sealing rings ensuring a high IP rating when assembly is complete.
* Both connectors can be ordered in 2, 3 or 4 pole options.
* Quick installation, wire piercing screw terminal blocks are also available which make it possible to secure the connection to IP68 standards in less than a minute.

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Schurter offers a broad range of high-quality chip fuses, which were developed specially for low-loss and precise overcurrent protection in secondary circuitry. Six different types, available in chip dimensions from 0402 to 1206, offer compact and effective protection in the event of a fault.

The Schurter chip fuses are available in a number of different current ratings from 50 mA to 25 A at a rated voltage of up to 125 VAC/VDC. Depending on the version and voltage ratings, a breaking capacity of up to 600 A is reached. Thanks to these impressively high values and variety, these chip fuses can be used in a wide range of applications. Chip fuses are especially suitable for mobile and battery-operated devices in sensor technology and industrial electronics.

SCHURTER chip fuses set themselves apart from comparable products through their extremely precise opening times and minimal power dissipation. In addition, their solid construction makes them especially resistant to vibrations and pulse loads. Furthermore, the SMD contacts, some of which are gold-plated, have a positive influence on the wettability, storage life and electrical quality of the chip fuses.

All Schurter chip fuses come with cURus certification. The USI 1206 is additionally VDEapproved, the only chip fuse with this type of certification available in the market. As halogen-free and RoHS-conform fuses, Schurter chip fuses, moreover be used for lead-free soldering
processes.

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27 CKRB models are now available offering optimized AC input control options for use in heating, lighting, motion and power control AC applications

Crydom, a brand of Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST), is pleased to announce the availability of 27 new models added to the popular CKR series of AC output DIN rail mount Solid State Relays.

The CKRB models with integral heat sink rated at 10, 20 or 30 amps rms output at 25°C from 24 to 660 VAC, offer an optimized input control range of 90 to 140 VAC @ 50/60 Hz. Furthermore, previously existing CKRA models are now rated at 110 to 280 VAC input, while CKRD models complement the series rated at 4 to 32 VDC input.

The CKR family of 22.5 mm DIN rail mounted Solid State Relays offers the latest in solid state switching including zero voltage for resistive loads and instantaneous turn on for phase control or motor switching. UL, CSA and VDE approved, the CKR series is RoHS compliant and CE certified.

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Finder has expanded its range of solid state relays to include high current ‘hockey puck’ style relays, offering rapid cycling and near infinite switching capability.
 
The new 77 Series relays are ideal for use where applications require the control of exceptionally high inrush current demands, such as in LED and other low-energy lighting, switch-mode power supplies, building control, and motor switching.
 
With a sealed construction and no wearing parts, they are less sensitive to environmental factors such as mechanical shock, vibration, humidity and external magnetic fields, providing an increased lifetime of the relay.
 
Finder’s ‘hockey puck’ relays are electronically clean with low emissions, no contact bounce, and no electrical arcing—making them suitable for sensitive environments. The silent operation makes them ideal for residential and commercial usage.

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30 New AC Output models are added to the DRA Series including models with economical lower operating voltage range and models featuring 2 switched phases, all in compact DIN Rail Mountable packages

Crydom, a brand of Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST), is pleased to announce the availability of 30 new models in the popular DRA Series of AC output DIN Rail Mounted Solid State Contactors.

DRA Series 3 Phase Contactors now include new 2 switched phase versions particularly suitable for motor control circuits where the neutral connection is not needed or utilized.

DRA Series 3 Phase Motor Reversing Contactors now also include 400 VAC output voltage versions which maximize cost effectiveness when higher operating voltages are not required.

The 30 new DRA Series contactors have the same performance as previous models including 4 kV optical isolation, AC or logic compatible DC control inputs, both with input status indicators, UL approved AC motor and resistive load ratings of either 2.4 or 4.2 amps per phase. Motor reversing models also include a control interlock feature that allows only Off, Forward or Reverse operation.

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Schurter expands its broad range of cord retaining systems to include a new clip retaining device for IEC C8 inlets and mating cord sets.    The new clip device is a further addition to the already successful broad range of Schurter cord retaining systems for IEC C14 and C20 inlets, comprised of V-Lock latching cord sets wire-bails and clamps.

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Crouzet Automation presents a set of energy counting solutions for commercial or industrial buildings, machines and installations. Thanks to its highly visible display, Millenium 3 is the right solution to visualize and centralize multiple energy meters with pulse outputs.

Up to seven pulse inputs, coming from different kinds of metering equipment, (energy, water, calories, etc.) are treated to display monthly consumption. This consumption can be tracked with the memory of the previous month, the total by use and the sum of the total uses.

The M3 Energy Expert solution is a set of macros functions delivered with associated literature. These macro functions can be easily interconnected to build Energy Management applications using M3 Soft V3.0 AC8. They are compatible with all metering products with pulse outputs!

You can adapt the application: change the number/name of uses, adapt the parameters to the metering equipment (100 – 1000 – 50 – 500 Pulse/kWh), use relay outputs for alarms, and add some other automation functions.

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For applications where high current loads need to be switched but power is limited, Finder’s 67 Series 50A, high capacity PCB relay efficiently minimises coil power dissipation.

The relay has a high continuous current contact rating of 50A, and peak current of 150A (5msec), providing two and three pole NO double break contacts.

Developed for inverters with DC inputs up to 1500V and AC outputs up to 690V, and with a 3mm or 5.2mm contact gap according to VDE 0126-1-1, EN 62109-1 & 2 regulations, the 67 Series satisfies the arduous requirements of equipment designed to meet the increasing demand for solar energy, particularly in remote locations and at high altitudes (up to 4000m above sea level).

The relay is also suitable for use in photovoltaic inverters, battery-operated or portable systems, domestic appliances and for 3 phase motor loads up to 7kW.

The Energy Saving Mode feature allows for coil operation in ambient temperatures up to 85C with minimum holding power of just 0.17W

The added air circulation provided by the 1.5mm stand-off between the relay and PCB aids temperature regulation.

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