75mm Linear Position Sensor Offers Unparalleled Performance,Environmental Robustness, and Ease of Installation

Honeywell introduces the SMART Position Sensor, 75 mm Linear Configuration, the most accurate linear position sensor available in the industry (0,05 mm [0.002 in]), enabling highly accurate motion control, and improving operation efficiency and safety. Its simple, non-contact design eliminates mechanical failure mechanisms, reducing wear and tear, improving reliability and durability, and minimizing downtime.

“SMART” stands for Superior Measurement, Accuracy, Reliability, and Thinking. The SMART Position Sensor can essentially think for itself. It uses a patented combination of an ASIC and an array of magnetoresistive (MR) sensors to determine the position of a magnet attached to a moving object.

“The SMART Position Sensor is a revolutionary way of detecting linear position,” said Allen Han, Vice President, General Manager of Sensing and Control’s Electronic Sensing group. “The debut of this sensor provides our customers with the highest level of accuracy, durability, and performance as compared to other equivalent products available today.”

Sealed packaging allows robustness in most harsh environments such as shock, vibration, extreme temperatures, salt water, and dusty or rough terrain. Installation is simplified to four simple steps versus up to 14 steps for some competitive products,reducing set-up costs.

The SMART Position Sensor replaces multiple sensor and switch components that competitive products often require, eliminating extra wiring, connections, and external components, therefore reducing design, installation, and supply chain complexity. Its builtin redundancy and self-diagnostics provide additional safety benefits and reduce equipment downtime.

For design engineers, the SMART Position Sensor provides design and interface flexibility because of its air gap of up to 3,0 ± 2,5mm [0.118 ± 0.098 in] between the sensor and the magnet, and a variety of output options (analog standard; CAN bus and RS232 interface available). The device also has electronics on-board, making it easily adaptable to most commercial platforms, eliminating the need for additional external electronics. Because it offers stable, temperature compensated output, designers do not need to expend engineering resources to build their own output algorithms, reducing total cost of ownership.

The SMART Position Sensor, 75 mm Linear Configuration, may potentially be used in:

*  Industrial applications such as machinery (e.g., cutting and slitting, material  handling, packaging, plastic molding, wafer handling, woodworking), elevators, and industrial flow control (e.g., valve positioning for food and beverage plants)
*  Aerospace and defense applications such as aircraft ram door control and military vehicle suspension arm positioning
*  Medical applications such as imaging, hospital hardware, and syringe pumps
*  Transportation applications such as agricultural combine motion control and crane
   arm positioning.

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By achieving the seal-tight protection class of IP69K, SCHURTER is extending the spectrum of potential applications for its already tried-and-tested PSE family of piezo switches. The qualification test was carried out using a high-pressure vapor stream at 90 Bar and a temperature of 80°C.

The hermetically sealed piezo switches can now be used in areas, which are regularly disinfected or cleaned using high-pressure cleaners. This renders them ideal for use in applications exposed to high levels of dirt and grime such as food processing, commercial cooking and transportation.

Besides the extraordinarily long lifetime of more than 20 million switching cycles, SCHURTER piezo switches also reveal a high level of robustness due to their stainless steel or aluminum housing.

The following mounting diameters are available as standard: 16, 19, 22, 24, 27 and 30 mm. Other mounting diameters, materials, colors and shapes are possible, according to individual design requirements.

Point or ring illumination is offered in mounting sizes 22 mm and up. This feature can be used to illuminate the actuating surface in a continuous mode or to display the switch position on or off.

Laser lettering is available and done in house to minimize lead times. A broad range of standard legends and symbols are available. Customer-specific inscriptions are also available.

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Finder has announced a series of digital energy meters for accurately monitoring and measuring electricity consumption in plant and machinery, HVAC, lighting and other environmental control equipment.  The DIN rail mounted 7E Series provides users with local, high visibility 7-digit LCD display of total and partial kWh consumed, instantaneous power, voltage and current.

For single phase metering of currents up to 35A, the 7E.23 model is just 17.5mm wide and is operated by a single control key.  The 70mm wide, two control key 7E.46 and 7E.56 meters serve 3-phase applications; the 7E.46 handling currents up to 65A and both day and night tariffs, and the nominal 5A 7E.56 is usable with suitable current transformers for measuring up to 1.5kA.

To support remote energy management via a centralised BMS, these digital meters also provide a pulsed, open collector interface to the DIN43864 standard.  The 3-phase models also provide an error display indicating either missing phase or incorrect current direction.

The 7E Series digital energy meters meet the 1/B accuracy class and protection class II and comply with EN62053-21 and EN50470 norms.  They can be conveniently mounted in existing consumer units and protected by a tamper-proof cover with a lead seal, provided as a separate accessory.

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A Complete new LED signal tower design combines a wide range of functions with cost effectiveness

Modular Concept Through Electronics
The main feature of the new VarioSIGN is the multi-function electronic modularity of the light elements replacing the traditional mechanical modular concept of signal towers.

Depending on the product type, the light elements can be illuminated tier by tier, completely and in different colour selections. The light elements give clear, 360 degree visibility.

Beautifully Understated  Innovative and Unobtrusive Design
Thanks to the modern design and innovative plastic housing the new VarioSIGN looks good in applications where the style and design of the machine being guarded is also important.

If no light signal is active, the colourless translucent housing lets the LED signal tower blend effortlessly into the background.  Only once light elements are activated does the unit become filled with colour, grabbing the attention that the unit has been designed to achieve.

Different Mounting Positions
The illuminated body of VarioSIGN can be positioned to point upwards, downwards or sideways, guaranteeing optimum visibility.

Variable Lighting Configurations
The colours and lighting configuration of VarioSIGN, depending upon type, can be set individually by DIP switch and changed at any time.
One variant uses RGB-LEDs offering maximum flexibility.  This version can be set to offer a permanent light as well as flash and EVS.  Furthermore the entire signal tower or the individual tiers can be illuminated in seven different colours (red, yellow, green, blue, clear, violet and turquoise).

Noisy Addition
The new VarioSIGN is also available with an integral buzzer which gives an output of 85dB thus maximising the attention-grabbing effect of the unit. 

Three Different LED Versions

       VarioSIGN
red/yellow/green           VarioSIGN - RGY                  VarioSIGN - RGB

VarioSIGN - red/yellow/green
* LED Signal Tower with permanent lights in red, yellow and green
* Preset, three-tier colour distribution
* Optional integrated buzzer (85 dB)
* 1 or 2 sided illumination

VarioSIGN - RGY
* LED Signal Tower with permanent lights in red, yellow and green
* Illumination of complete body in just one colour possible (can be triggered externally)
* Colour distribution set and adjusted by DIP switch
* Optional integrated buzzer (85 dB)
* 1 or 2 sided illumination

VarioSIGN - RGB
* LED signal tower with permanent light and additional light features
* 7 colours
* Illumination of complete body in just one colour possible (can be triggered externally)
* Colour distribution set and adjusted by DIP switch Optional integrated buzzer (85 dB)

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The Crydom CTR Series of DIN Rail mounted Three-Phase AC Output Solid State Contactor Relays includes models with 25 amps per channel Output at 600 VAC, AC or DC Control Inputs, IP20 Touch Safe Design, UL approval and CE certification.

Crydom, a company of Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST) and global expert in Solid State Relay Technology, announces the introduction of the CTR Series of 90 mm wide three-phase DIN Rail mounted AC output SSRs.

The new Crydom CTR series offers UL approved AC output ratings of 25 amps per channel at 600 VAC, AC or DC input control, zero voltage or random turn on, and IP20 touch safe construction with integral heat sink. Mounting to industry standard 35 mm DIN rail, the CTR Series also includes compliance to the IEC CISPR 11 Class A emissions requirements, IEC61000-4-2 through -6, level 3, transient susceptibility standards, RoHS compliance, and CE Certification to the Low Voltage Directive.

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Schurter has extended its range of DKFP current compensated chokes and offers now rated currents from 300mA to 10A.  The DKFP chokes series cover now inductance values from 1 mH to 100 mH.

Schurter announces several new current ratings to its popular DKFP series.  The rated voltage of the DKFP compensated chokes is 250 VAC. The chokes are designed for temperatures of between -40 °C and 125 °C. The chokes are available in vertical or horizontal versions.  The DKFP current compensated chokes are highly effective in suppressing common-mode interference. The DKFP current compensated chokes may be used in line filter circuits, frequency converters, switch-mode power supplies and solar converters.

Technical Features:
- Rated Voltage 250 V AC
- Rated Current 300 mA to 10 A
- Rated inductance 1 mH to 100 mH
- Multiple housing options available
- Design complies with EN 60938

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The range of SR2 enclosures is a complete offer of monobloc enclosures for constructing small and medium-sized electric automation, switching and control switchboards. The SR2 enclosures come from the experience ABB has gained over the years in building IP65 metalstructures (in accordance with the CEI EN 60529 Standard), together with the innovative new production process used for construction and patented by ABB.

The typical use of SR2 Enclosures is to make switchgear and controlgear switchboards for a very wide variety of industrial machines: from large machinery with automated production lines or parts of these, down to the typical installations of on-board machine switchboards, boilers, heating plants and so on.

SR2 enclosures conform to the EN 62208 Standard “Empty enclosures for low voltage protection switchgear and controlgear assemblies” and allow realization of electrical equipment conforming to the prescriptions of the CEI EN 60204-1 Standard “Safety of machinery. Electrical equipment of machines” and of the EN 60439-1 Standard and the new EN61439-1-2 Standard “Low voltage protection switchgear and controlgear for assemblies”. The degree of protection, in accordance with the CEI EN 60529 Standard “Degrees of protection of enclosures (IP Code)”, is IP65. The SR2 enclosures have also passed the control required to obtain the UL (Underwriters Laboratories) and CSA (Canadian Standards Association) Type 12 marks.

The SR2 enclosures also allow secondary distribution switchboards to be made, thanks to the possibility, in the 400, 600 and 800 mm widths, of installing the whole range of apparatus and modular circuit-breakers on DIN rails combined with special pre-drilled and hinged modular front panels, thereby allowing construction of AS/ANS type electrical switchgear conforming to the CEI EN 60439-1 Standard and the new EN 61439-1-2 Standard. A single line of metalwork structures therefore allows construction of automation and secondary and end distribution electrical switchboards thanks to the availability of a series of accessories (modular panels, DIN rails) and to the possibility of stacking the enclosures.

The SR2 enclosures have been designed to fulfil all the typical needs of the builder or installer of switchgear
in the best way possible and the user is presented with a unique ensemble of functional characteristics:

*  Wide dimensional range
*  Certified IP65 degree of protection
*  Internal galvanised sheet mounting plate with 20/10 thickness (made  to allow threaded holes to be made easily), adjustable in depth by using a special accessory.
*  Fairlead plate screwed on (at top and bottom) made of 15/10 thick galvanised sheet, with a sealing gasket applied inside.
*  Complete reversibility of the enclosure, so the door can open either on the right or on the left-hand side.
*  Possibility of installing all the apparatus and modular circuit-breakers on a DIN rail combined with a hinged modular panel.

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Schurter expands its filter product portfolio, introducing power line filter series FMBC NEO for 3-phase-systems and FMBD NEO for 3-phase-systems with neutral.

The FMBC NEO 3-phase filters are arranged for use with 3x 277/480 VAC and 3x 300/520 VAC installations and the FMBD NEO 3-hase filters with neutral are arranged for use with 3x 300/520 VAC intallations.

The FMBC NEO filter is available from 7A and the FMBC NEO filter is available from 8A. These new compact EMC filters in NEO design are especially suited for use in drive systems, engineering installations and places where frequency inverters cause electromagnetic disturbances.

With these new 3-phase power line filters, Schurter focuses on effective EMC solutions.

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The CN series features 5 mm wide pluggable/PCB mountable single-in-line AC and DC output SSRs, Single channel DRS series sockets for CN series SSRs, and DIN rail mounted CN series SSR/Socket Assemblies.

Crydom, a company of Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST) and global expert in Solid State Relay Technology, introduces a new line of pluggable/solderable single in-line Solid State Relays, DIN rail mounted sockets and ready to use SSR/Socket Assemblies.  The 5 mm wide CN series SSRs meet industry standard pin out configurations for both Solid State and Electromechanical relays and are designed to be plugged into Crydom DRSCN series sockets or soldered into printed circuit boards. Featuring all solid state optically coupled designs, CN series models are available with either a 240/2 amp AC output, 24/3.5 amp DC output, or 48/0.1 amp DC output. Available input configurations include 2.5 to 12 VDC, 15 to 30 VDC and 38 to 72 VDC.

DRSCN series DIN rail mounted sockets include input status LED indicator and are available for 5 to 12 or 15 to 30 VDC control inputs, and 60 to 120 or 60 to 250 VAC/VDC control inputs. The 6.2 mm wide DRSCN sockets are designed to accept industry standard 5 mm wide SSRs or EM relays and snaps onto standard 35 mm DIN rail. SSRs are easily plugged into the sockets and removed via a convenient latch mechanism. Available Marker Strips for the sockets are also offered to allow easy circuit function identification for each socket.

Combining the CN relays and DRSCN sockets, Crydom also offers ready to use SSR/Socket assemblies. The DRA-CN series of assemblies offer all of the features and benefits of both the CN SSRs and DRSCN sockets, but in a ready to use configuration.

The Crydom CN series of SSRs, Sockets and Assemblies offer a fast, simple and compact means of adding control functions to any application.

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The SCHURTER 6610 is the first of its kind appliance outlet using IDC terminal technology. This novel product allows significant reduction of labour costs by supporting a more effi-cient assembly method. Multiple outlets can be banked and wire connections can be bussed, connecting the terminals all at once. The product is especially suited for power distribution units and appliances with multiple power outputs.

The IEC F appliance outlet is equipped with IDC terminals and available for two different wiring versions, “along” and “across” to the connector pin axis. The terminals accept insulated solid wires with cross section AWG12 / 2.5 mm2 and AWG16 / 1.0 – 1.5 mm2. The component is designed for snap-in mounting and comes with a protection cover. The cover aids in pressing the wires and, at the same time protects from electrical shock. Special versions with an individual quick connect or solder line terminal are available. The series has ENEC and cURus approvals and is suitable for applications in accordance with IEC/EN 60950.

Technical Features:
- Appliance outlet F according to IEC 60320 with IDC terminals
- Cross sections: AWG12 / 2.5mm2 or AWG16 / 1-1.5mm2
- Snap-in mounting for panel thicknesses 0.8 mm – 3.0 mm
- ENEC & cURus approvals for 10 A / 15 A at 250VAC (AWG 16 version not UL approved)

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