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Now the Eaton Moeller Series SmartWire-DT Is Smarter than Ever!

August 15, 2012

The revolutionary SmartWire-DT system from Eaton’s Electrical Sector, which virtually eliminates the need for conventional control wiring in panels and on machines, is now even more versatile and convenient. This follows the addition of devices with integral SmartWire-DT connectivity to two key product ranges – easy800 control relays and PKE motor-protection circuit breakers.

In many applications, easy800 programmable control relays with SmartWire-DT make it possible to implement sophisticated control systems without the need to use programmable controllers (PLCs), which means big savings in costs and complexity. In addition, Eaton’s easySoft-Pro software makes easy800 relays simple to program, even for users who have no specialist programming knowledge or experience.

The new easy800 relays are suitable for applications with up to 320 I/O and are programmed using straightforward and well-known ladder diagram techniques. The easySoft-Pro programming software now includes SmartWire Assist to configure external devices, allowing control systems that incorporate the new relays to be drawn, configured, programmed and tested using just this one intuitive software package.

Equally well suited for use in control systems based on easy800 relays, and those based on conventional PLCs, PKE motor-protection circuit breakers with SmartWire-DT allow users to monitor the operation of their motors in detail and in real time. The PKE units can report via the SmartWire-DT connection a wide range of operating parameters that include motor current, motor fault conditions and overload status. This is achieved without the need for additional hardware like current transformers and specialist relays, which are not only costly to buy, but are also inconvenient to fit and wire.

A key benefit of the information supplied by PKE units with SmartWire-DT connectivity is that, in many cases, it allows developing problems to be identified and addressed before a motor trip occurs, thereby greatly reducing downtime and costly production losses.

SmartWire-DT from Eaton is a powerful and versatile communications system that enables switching and control devices, such as contactors, circuit breakers and pushbuttons, as well as analogue I/O devices, to be connected quickly and simply using pre-fabricated plug-in cables. This saves time in building and testing control systems, as well as virtually eliminating the risk of wiring errors while greatly increasing the ease with which future modifications can be made.

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Crydom Announces the "HDC" Series of High Current DC Output Contactors

July 18, 2012

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Crydom expands its extensive line of DC Switching Solutions with the introduction of the “HDC” Series rated up to 160 amps and 200 VDC

Crydom, a brand of Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST) and global expert in Solid Switching Technology, introduces the “HDC Series” of high current DC Output Contactors. The HDC Series extends Crydom’s extensive range of DC Output Solid State Controls up to 160 amps at 200 VDC in a 40°C ambient. Featuring a robust encapsulated plastic package with large power terminals, the HDC Series includes a heavy duty aluminum base plate for superior thermal performance and easy mounting to a heat sink, panel or backplane.

The HDC Series incorporates Crydom’s advanced high speed DC switching circuit and low power dissipation Power FETs for optimum performance to deliver superior DC load control including PWM in many applications such as solar arrays, packaging machinery, automotive accessories, recreational vehicles and accessories, marine applications, process controls, power supplies, etc. A logic compatible 4.5 to 32 VDC control input or a 90 to 140 VAC input, both with LED input status indicator, offer low power consumption control as well as 2.5 Kv Optical isolation for superior surge protection.

Available in either a 120 or 160 amp output rating, the HDC Series is housed in an industry standard 75 x 105 mm package with .375 inch/9.52 mm screw terminals and is available with optional installed thermal interface pad. Crydom HDC Series DC Output Contactors are CE certified to both the Low Voltage and EMC Directives, RoHS & China RoHS compliant.

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Finder’s New 7S Series Relay with Forcibly Guided Contacts Supports Safety Applications

June 8, 2012

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When safety is paramount and required to conform to increasing amounts of new legislation, Finder’s 7S Series forcibly guided contact relays offer a competitively priced and compact solution for designers and engineers who require confirmation of the functional integrity of critical circuitry.

Class A forcibly guided contacts rated at 6A, 250VAC and conforming to EN50205 requirements, make the 7S Series suitable for many safety related applications.

The screwless terminals allow for quick, vibration-resistant connections, and the availability of 2, 4 and 6 pole versions makes the relays suitable for a wide range of uses in machine and plant control systems and energy generation, as well as water supply and treatment. Utilizing materials that comply with UNI 11170-3 for fire and smoke characteristics, and meeting the requirements of EN 61373 and EN50155 for mechanical and climatic characteristics also ensure they are suitable for railway applications.

With an operating voltage range spanning 0.7 to 1.25 of nominal, Finder’s new 7S Series tolerates a wide supply variation.

Standard gold-plated or notched crown contacts provide high reliability switching, with a minimum load rating of 60mW.

Meeting the requirements of EN 13849-1 for functional reliability in machines and plant engineering, the 7S Series relays are housed in compact 22.5mm rail mounting enclosures equipped with quick-connect cage clamp terminals and LED coil status indication.

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Hylec-APL Introduces Quick Mounting DE Control Stations

April 11, 2012

Hylec-APL has launched a new series of control stations; manufactured and assembled by Hylec company, DE Controls. The new control stations combine tough IP67 enclosures with hard wearing push button and twist switches and are supplied with snap-on brackets for quick and easy wall, chassis and DIN rail mounting.

            

* Features a time-saving snap-on bracket mounting option.
* Patented range of control stations available exclusively from Hylec-APL.
* Up to IP67 protection available.
* Conforms to EN418 'latch-before-break' safety standard.
* 5mm wall thickness provides enough strength to replace many metal enclosures.
* Available with a huge range of buttons and switches; many variations available pre-assembled.
* Complete with 2 x M20 threaded cable gland entry.

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Crouzet Motomate - The All-In-One Solution Dedicated to Programmable Motion Control

October 5, 2011

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Motomate is a very compact brushless motorisation solution that incorporates a variable speed drive, EMC filter, logic controller (equivalent to Millenium 2), gearbox and encoder - packing in any more integrated features would be difficult! Ideal for applications requiring programmable motion control, this all-in-one function harnesses the best of Crouzet's expertise in automation and motorisation.

The Motomate interface allows you to program intuitively using graphic blocks, providing a simple way of managing acceleration and braking ramps, cyclical movements, self-teaching limit stops, user-definable jam detection… and even interaction with control systems, sensors or actuators. So whether you are an electromechanic or an automation specialist, you have everything you need to broaden your portfolio with pre-programmed, ready-to-use functions.

In Brief

* 6 functions in a single unit
* Software in 5 languages
* Reduced cost and integration time
* Internal torque measurement
* Programmable motion management
* Programming via graphic blocks

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Crydom Introduces the DRA Series of Din Rail Mounted AC & DC Output Solid State Contactors & Motor Reversing Contactors

April 21, 2011

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The expanded DRA Series now includes compact DIN Rail Mounted 3 Phase AC Solid State Contactors, 3 Phase AC Solid State Motor Reversing Contactors, and DC Solid State Motor Reversing Contactors!

Crydom introduces its expanded offer of DRA Series compact DIN Rail Mounted Solid State Contactors. Complementing existing single channel and four channel AC and DC output DRA Series, the new models include 3 phase UL approved AC output ratings of either 1 or 2 horse power at 480 VAC in both contactor and motor reversing configurations, and UL approved DC output ratings of ¼ horse power at 90 or 180 VDC. IEC 60947 ratings are available as well for both AC and DC output DRA Series.

DRA Series 3 Phase Contactors feature an SCR output all solid state design with 4000 VAC optical isolation, AC or logic compatible DC control inputs, both with input status indicator, UL approved motor and AC output resistive load ratings of either 2.4 or 4.2 amps per phase from 48 to 510 VAC. Motor reversing models also include a control interlock feature that allows only off, forward and reverse operation.

DRA Series DC Motor Reversing models feature a FET output all solid state design with 2500 VAC optical isolation, logic compatible DC control inputs with input status indicator, and UL approved motor and DC output resistive load ratings of either 6 A @ 180 V and 12 A @ 90 V.

Designed for easy mounting to standard 35 mm DIN Rail, the new DRA Series of 3 Phase AC and DC output Solid State Contactors and Motor Reversers are available in a variety of input and output ratings.

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Kraus & Naimer DC Switch Disconnectors for Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Power Supply Systems

February 10, 2011

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A growing requirement for DC switch disconnectors for solar photovoltaic (PV) power supply systems has motivated Kraus & Naimer to introduce a brand new range of disconnectors specifically designed for this particular DC application.

With rated operational currents from 16 amps to 64 amps and voltages from 450 to 800 using a utilization category of DC-22A, a solution for most isolator applications within the solar photovoltaic market can be found.

                                                                                                                                                                        

Available in a totally insulated enclosure with the option of a red/yellow or grey /black padlockable handle and with a degree of protection to IP 66/67 they can be installed in the most arduous of environments.

To complement this series a complete range of AC switch disconnectors is also available in totally insulated enclosures, this enables the contractor to obtain his switch disconnector requirements for the entire installation from one source.

A new up to date catalogue giving part numbers and technical details is available on request.
http://www.krausnaimer.co.uk/photovoltaic-disconectors

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Finder 22 Series Modular Contactor Range Provides Reliable Switching for Quiet Environments

November 24, 2010

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Finder has announced a complete family of 25A contactors, purpose designed for switching lighting, pump and motor loads in noise sensitive installations.  Incorporating an AC/DC silent coil with varistor protection, the 22 Series modular 2- and 4-pole contactors help meet the need for quieter operation, particularly in home, hotel and hospital environments.

Provided in compact 17.5mm and 35mm wide housings, the 22 Series contactors include a standard 35mm rail mounting for simple consumer unit installation and both mechanical and LED status indicators for enhanced system diagnostics.  The contactors’ minimum 3mm double break NO contact gap and protective separation between coil and contacts ensures installation safety standards are met.

Offering both 2- and 4-pole contactors, a choice of contact materials and multiple contact configurations, the versatile 22 Series provides users with 47 different options from which to select the optimum switching solution.  For extra flexibility, an add-on auxiliary contact block and an auto-on-off selector switch variant are also included in the series.

The contact material options are AgNi and AgSnO2, the first intended for resistive and slightly inductive loads as well as motor loads, the latter for lamp loads and high inrush current loads.  The contact configurations for the 2-pole products are 2NO, 1NO+1NC and 2NC and for the 4-pole products, 4NO, 3NO+1NC and 2NO+2NC.  The auxiliary contact block is provided in 1NO+1NC and 2NO versions.

The Finder 22 Series 25A modular contactors are designed and tested in accordance with EN 61095: 2009, electromechanical contactors for household and similar purposes.

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Moeller Electric Has Time For Everyone with DILEM Contactors, DILET Timers, ETR4 Timers & ETR2 Timers

September 2, 2010

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With its latest ranges of compact yet versatile timing relays, Moeller Electric now offers convenient and cost-effective timer options covering virtually every control panel and power distribution application.

Special features of the Moeller Electric timer family include models for operation direct from 400V supplies, which are ideal for use in three-phase systems where no neutral is available, models with remote adjustment facilities, and ultra-compact versions just 17.5mm wide, which save valuable space in distribution boards.

Featuring the same design and dimensions as the popular DILEM contactors, DILET timers are well suited for control panel applications. They are available in three types, the DILET 11-30 which is an economical option where an on delay of between 1.5 and 30s is required; the DILET 11-M which also offers an on-delay function, but has ten timing ranges covering 0.5 seconds to 60 hours; and the DILET 70 multi-function relay which offers a choice of eight timing functions as well as the option of adjusting the setting with a remote potentiometer.

DILET timers can be supplied in universal versions for use with AC and DC supplies anywhere in the range 24V to 240V, and for 400V AC operation.

For applications where maximum versatility is required from a compact timing relay, Moeller Electric offers the ETR4 range. Just 22.5mm wide, these DIN-rail mounting units cover times of 0.05s to 100h in ten ranges, and offer a choice of different timing functions. The range offers a basic on-delayed timer, a star-delta timing relay and two multi-function relays, ETR4-69 and ETR4-70 offering eight timing functions. The ETR4-69 has a single changeover output contact, while the ETR4-70 has two changeover contacts and also allows the connection of a potentiometer for remote adjustment.

Both the ETR4-69 and ETR4-70 have an opto-isolated input to allow timing to be initiated from almost any kind of external circuit, and both incorporate LEDs that give a clear indication of current status.

Moeller Electric’s ultra-compact ETR2 timing relays have been specifically designed for use in distribution boards, and are the same size as most miniature circuit breakers. In spite of their small dimensions, they offer a timing range from 0.05s to 100h, and are available in six different versions, including a multi-function model. All ETR2 relays are suitable for use with AC and DC supplies in the range 24V to 240V.

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