Where the need exists to control lighting, temperature or other functions according to daylight hours, Finder’s Astro 12.81 time switch is an innovative, easily programmable time switch, which employs a unique digital program to calculate sunrise and sunset times by simply entering the location’s postcode with a single joystick. Its newest version now offers added flexibility, with the capability to override the Astro ON time with time-switch settings, thus further avoiding energy wastage.
 
With ever increasing pressures to reduce energy consumption, the Astro will control lighting, heating/cooling and humidity equipment in commercial, residential and industrial applications wherever sunrise and sunset times are critical in determining operational times, or where stipulated by local or national regulatory requirements.
 
The Astro’s micro-controller stores postcode data from 16 European countries, including the UK, which together with date information allows for the precise calculation of seasonal sunrise and sunset times. The Astro is also programmable using geographical coordinates, settable between 30°S and 64°N; 16°W and 50°E. The Astro will also automatically compensate, should European Summer Time be enabled.
 
For further versatility, the output switching can be advanced or retarded about the calculated sunrise (or sunset) time in 10-minute increments—up to a maximum of 90 minutes. A manual override of the output status allows for maintenance or one-off events.
 
With a 16 A 250 V AC rated output contact and a 120 A 5 ms peak current rating, the Astro time switch is capable of directly switching 2000 W halogen, 750 W compensated fluorescent, 200 W CFL or LED lamp loads and AC15 loads up to 750 VA.
 
The integral back-up battery, which is easily replaceable from the front, features an automatic power save mode which helps extend battery life.

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Schurter now offers two appliance inlets in splash-water proofed versions. The appliance inlet 6100-3 with a sealing kit has a protection degree of IP 54, both into the equipment and to the cord connector. The 5707 power entry module with line filter offers IP 65 protection into the equipment as a standard feature. With the optional sealing kit, the coupling to the cable connector is additionally protected to IP 54.

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Crydom is pleased to announce the introduction of the new S1 "Generation 4 (Gen 4)" product line which updates Crydom's classic 3rd Generation S1 line. While continuously improved, the S1 family has been in constant production for over 40 years. They have now been revised to  incorporate the latest in materials and technology, resulting in a new benchmark in Solid State Relay performance and reliability.

 
Key new features and benefits of Crydom’s Generation 4 Solid State Relays include:
• Improved SEMs screw termination
• Direct lead frame termination
• Improved and enhanced specifications
• Epoxy free construction
• Improved (reduced) thermal impedance
• Improved housing and wire capture barrier strips
• Improved trigger circuit
• PEP: Product Environmental Profile Report
• New KS101 touch safe cover
• New 6 digit Date Code format: (year/week)

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To assist in the simulation of circuits, Schurter now offers SPICE libraries for common-mode chokes on circuit boards.  The new SPICE library contains simulation models for all common-mode chokes on circuit boards up to a rated current of 10 A. Also included are example circuits with which it is possible to examine the operational properties of various chokes before they are actually used in the circuit.

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This range substitutes the existing range and features improvements including:
• Added robustness
• Optimization of the electronic design and components update
• The new range remains with an 8 A rated output current
• Surge resistance level: 2 KV (twice the minimum imposed by the standard)
• A new and improved mechanical design to align to the Crouzet Control existing C-Lynx Control relays range
• Product quality and reliability improvements

Features of the Chronos 2 timers
• Available in mono- or multifunction versions, to meet the specific needs of each application.
• A timing range of up to 100 hrs to cope with prolonged processing operations.
• A range of power supplies from 12 to 240 V in one unit for optimised stocks.
• Recognised quality and reliability ensures the correct operation of equipment.

These timers are available in 3 casings:
• DIN rail modular casing (Width: 17.5 mm)
• DIN rail industrial casing (Width: 22.5 mm)
• Plug-in industrial casing (Width: 35 mm).

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Eaton Corporation is offering a new plug-in unit for the NZM3 circuit-breaker. The NZM3 plug-in unit allows customers to exchange the circuit-breaker in a panel simply and quickly, and it also offers benefits during service work because the system section concerned can be disconnected simply and safely.

The housing design of the base has been adapted to that of the NZM3, so that all connection options provided by the main device can also be implemented in the base. For Eaton, safety has the highest priority, and the live parts in the base are therefore automatically protected from direct contact when the circuit-breaker compartment is pulled out. The circuit-breaker also disconnects automatically as soon as the mounting screws are loosened when the circuit-breaker is in the On position or when the circuit-breaker is pushed in. In the latter case, the circuit-breaker can then only be switched on if the mounting screws between the circuit-breaker and the plug-in unit base have been tightened.

Even with the wide range of features and capabilities provided by its products, simple operation and flexibility are top priorities for Eaton: Just fit the modified NZM3 with its rear terminal bolts into the guide, tighten the bolts, and the system is already operational. An auxiliary conductor plug-in device is also available as an option. This enables the connected shunt or undervoltage releases, auxiliary contactors and also the remote operator to be tested without having to fit the circuit-breaker into the panel.  In this way, correct operation can be tested prior to commissioning. Users also do not have to change the wiring when exchanging a circuit-breaker: The auxiliary conductor plug can simply be removed from its base, fitted onto the new terminal cables and operation is restored.

Technical specifications have been set to meet the wide range of requirements in the industrial sector and are impressive in every respect: The new plug-in unit on the NZM3 from 250 - 500A can be used without any derating up to an ambient temperature of 40°C, and this includes the extensive range of accessories. For more demanding applications, the full switching capacity of the NZM3 - up to 150kA at 415VAC - can be used. The circuit-breaker can also be fitted in many positions, either vertically or turned anticlockwise/clockwise by 90°.

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The PSR softstarter is the most compact of all the softstarter ranges, thereby making it possible to design compact starting solutions. The system concept with Manual Motor Starters and the PSR provides a far more compact starting solution than conventional star delta starter configurations.

Built-in by-pass reduces the energy loss and makes the connection easier and with only three potentiometers, the set-up couldn’t be simpler. The optimized ramping characteristics will ensure a very smooth start and stop for all applications.

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To facilitate greater integration of controls and automation in building services, Finder has expanded its 22 Series modular contactor range to include 4 pole versions rated at 40A and 63A. 

The AC/DC coil with varistor protection has a virtually silent operation, thus is suitable for residential, hospital, hotel and commercial installations.
 
The new 22.44 and 22.64 models use AgSnO2 contact material capable of handling maximum peak currents up to 240A, making them particularly suitable for high inrush current loads such as electronic lighting ballasts.
 
Equipped with 4-pole, 3mm gap, double break contacts in multiple configurations, specifically 4NO, 3NO + 1NC and 2NO + 2NC, rated up to 5000W for incandescent or halogen lamp loads and 15kW for 3-phase motor loads, these units are ideal for heavier commercial applications including single and 3-phase pumps and motors used in heating and ventilation systems.
 
Protective separation between coil and contacts provides reinforced insulation for safety, as required by many domestic and commercial standards/codes of practice.
 
Fitted with a mechanical indicator for visual operational status the 22 Series provides a compact, quiet, high power multi-pole switching solution for all areas of residential and commercial, services, and industrial sectors.

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Crydom announce the availability of 3 new accessories to support the release of the new S1 design. The new accessories include the KS101 plastic touch safe cover and 2 hardware kits (HK3 & HK4) for facilitating alternative termination options.

The KS101 is a clear touch safe, snap-fit protective cover designed for the new Crydom S1 Solid State Relays, and it is backwards compatible therefore replacing the KS100 cover.

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More Power, More Precision, More Functionality

Crouzet Motors, the specialist in customized motorization solutions, is launching the new generation of highperformance brushless motors, featuring TNi21 and SMi21 control system electronics. This new generation, DCmind Brushless, offers power ratings of 34 to 192 W and a choice of two integrated electronic control systems.

Designed by engineers at Crouzet's Centre of Motor Technology in Alès, France, DCmind Brushless motors are easy to integrate and use. They combine power density, integrated electronics and numerous functions for speed, torque and positioning control with absolute precision, making them ideal for industrial applications in access control, valves and pumps and the energy sector.

Product benefits:
*  Application programs for fast and intuitive start-up
*  TNi21: Simplified speed and torque control
*  SMi21: Simplified position, speed and torque control
*  Standby consumption 1 W
*  Up to 64,000 positions via analogue inputs
*  30 positions via encoding

A simple and intuitive software program - the systematic use of diagrams and graphics makes the software easy to understand, helps with defining program settings and simplifies the setup of DCmind Brushless motors.

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