* 10.1“ PCAP Touchscreen with controller
* Multi-touch capability (10 fingers)
* Protected against moisture and EMI
* Incl. software and stylus pen

With the Engineering TouchKit, Schurter launches a professional tool in the form of a PCAP touchscreen for development engineers to experience the advantages of the projected-capacitive technology up close.

Schurter is a well-known, leading manufacturer of electronic components. In addition, Schurter also has the Input Systems division. Input Systems offers complete touchscreen solutions including displays, housings and electronics. Schurter has a wide range of industrial displays and standard touchscreens for HMI integration and can also manufacture its own, customer-specific PCAP sensors. The Engineering TouchKit is introduced to bring touchscreen capabilities closer to a wider audience.

Engineering TouchKit
The Schurter Engineering TouchKit contains a plug-and-play 10.1" PCAP touchscreen sensor with a SCHURTER controller based on an EETI chip. With the supplied software on the USB stick, the controller data can be analyzed and evaluated. This enables the development engineer to set up and perform tests with and without active stylus and to experience the extensive range of functions of the touchscreen.
The complete Schurter TouchKit gives the engineer the opportunity to familiarize himself with the latest projected capacitive touchscreen technology (PCAP).

Special Features
* The Engineering TouchKit is multi-touch capable: It detects the operation of up to 10 fingers simultaneously.
* Can be operated with a pen: The scope of delivery also includes a touchscreen stylus, which offers high accuracy and pressure measurement.
* Resistance to moisture: The touchscreen can be wet without detecting a wrong touch. The touch screen will continue to function at low humidity. The controller switches off the sensor in the event of large quantities of water.
* Palm rejection: The palm touch of the touch screen is not recognized as an operation or input.
* EMC resistance: If the touch controller has been correctly installed, it is immune to interference voltages in the form of wave fields up to 10 V/m or wired up to 10 Vrms.

Technical Data
- Touch Sensor: 10.1“ PCAP Touch Sensor
- Touch Functions: up to 10 fingers simultaneously
- Controller: EETI EX3146
- Supported interfaces: USB, I2C on request
- Power supply: USB Port
- Operating temperature: -40 °C to +85 °C

Applications
- Industrial applications
- Vending or ticket machines
- Food sector
- Laboratory equipment
- Data & Communication

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The 4000 series optical connector is one of the smallest harsh environment optical connectors. Featuring a secure quick twist bayonet connection, giving durable mechanical mating.

As the smallest rugged optical connector available on the market, the 4000 Series Fibre Simplex connector is ideal for outdoor broadcast, FTTX (fibre to the x), server room engineering, civil engineering, marine, aviation and rail applications. The connector’s small form factor is particularly useful where installation space is limited or multiple connectors need to be accommodated.

Featuring a secure quick twist (30°) bayonet connection, the 4000 Series Fibre Simplex connector accommodates durable mechanical mating. Its industry standard LC interfaces (IEC 61754-20) features colour coded O-rings and washers for ease of identification. Mounting body options include Flex, Flex In-Line, and Rear Panel styles.

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* Constant voltage switching power supply
* Can be used worldwide (Universal AC)
* Protection class II (no Frequency Generator)
* Time-saving installation

Schurter accessorizes its illuminated Metal Line switches with the PSUP 24 VDC universal switching power supply. The Class II power supply supports SCHURTER’s full range of point and ring illuminated Metal Line switches rated for 24 VDC supply  voltage.  The PSUP is also suited for a wide variety of indoor lighting applications such as LED.

The new Schurter switching power supply unit processes DC (127 - 370 VDC) or AC (90 - 264 VAC, 47 - 63 Hz) from the input side. A constant 24 VDC, with a power of 8 W, is then available at the output.

The housing of the PSUP is completely insulated and is rated IP42 for indoor use. The operating temperatures may vary between -30 °C and +70 °C. The particularly compact housing dimensions, along with the double-sided mounting lugs and wire leads, provide for extremely simplified assembly.

The Schurter PSUP 24 VDC is protected against short circuit, overload and overvoltage.  The power supply is UL 8750, CSA CS22.2 no. 250.0 approved. It complies with EN 60950-1, EN 61347-1, EN 61347-2-13, as well as EMC emission standards EN 55022, EN61000-3-2 and EN 61000-3-3.

The new switching power supply unit was initially intended to support Schhurter's Metal Line illuminated switches. Thanks to its versatility, however, it is suitable for supplying power to a wide range of indoor applications.

Application
- Complete power solution for 24 VDC illuminated Metal Line switches
- Indoor LED lighting
- LED decorative lighting and LED displays
- LED office lighting
- LED signage illumination
- Line voltage for residential applications 120/240 VAC in North America

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● Ultra-slim book style design for DIN-Rail mounting
● Version for backplane chassis mounting
● Double-stage, single-phase filter for highest EMI attenuation
● Cage clamp terminals for quick and efficient wiring
● Variants with overcurrent and overvoltage protection

Schurter’s new FPBB RAIL is an extraordinarily slim double-stage, single-phase filter, measuring only 25 mm in width. The attractive space-saving design integrates an optional fuseholder or circuit breaker. Additionally, an overvoltage varistor is available in all three variations. FPBB RAIL: three functions in one ultra-slim housing.

Space can be a scarce commodity on a panel, particularly panel designs in control cabinets for industrial machinery. Densely populated interference generating components, such as switching power supplies or inverters, can further complicate design when high performance filters are required to reach CE conformity. These filters can be large and can occupy premium space on the DIN-Rail. SCHURTER provides a solution with the FPBB RAIL. The new two-stage filter offers a very high EMI attenutation in an ultra-slim, space-saving housing.

Typical areas of application for the FPBB RAIL are industrial or machine controls, where downsizing and possible relocation of the control cabinet to a more accessible area can be realized. A backplane screw mount version is also available for further flexibility in design. The powerful, slim filters are also ideal for medical equipment according to IEC / UL 60601-1 and ICT equipment according to IEC / UL 60950, offering low leakage or standard current options. Further features include cage clamp terminals for particularly efficient, fast wiring.

The FPBB RAIL is designed for currents from 1 A to 16 A with a maximum of 125 / 250 VAC and 250 VDC according to IEC and UL / CSA standards. The series is ENEC and cURus approved. The filter version can be used over a wide temperature range from -40 °C to 100 °C. Versions with fuseholder and overvoltage protection operate over a range of -40 °C to 85 °C, while those with a circuit breaker are rated for a range of -5 °C to 60 °C.

Technical Data / Approvals
- single-phase DIN rail filter 250 VAC / 250 VDC
- double-stage filter with very high attenuation
- filter available in standard or medical M5 / M80 versions
- rated currents: 1, 3, 6, 10, 12, 16 A (ENEC / UL / CSA) at 40 °C
- operating temperature: -40 °C to 100 °C
- DIN rail mounting or backplane chassis mounting
- cage clamp terminals 0.2 – 2.5 mm2, 24 – 12 AWG

Application
- Industrial controls
- Industrial applications
- Datacom equipment
- Medical equipment
- Controls in door jambs, e.g. elevators

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Bulgin is helping its customers to select the right connectors and switches for their applications with the launch of an Industry Applications brochure. Covering the entire Bulgin portfolio – including its broad range of Arcolectric switches – this newly created brochure provides a brief overview of the product lines best suited to each application.

The brochure is divided into industry-specific sections – industrial, marine, transport and infrastructure, automotive, medical, oil and gas, data and telecoms, agriculture, renewable energy, recreation and leisure, and appliances – demonstrating the diverse range of settings where you might find Bulgin products. A simple visual guide and ‘at a glance’ descriptions highlight the key features and available options for each product, making it quick and easy to find what you need. From circular power and data connectors to fuse holders and switches – as well as specialist fittings, such as ROV tether connectors and ATEX rated products – you can rely on Bulgin’s environmental protection expertise and many years of industry experience to provide the right solution for your application.

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A thermal runaway is an increasing threat to electronic devices where more and more power is packed in ever smaller spaces; it is a threat that is poorly dealt with using traditional means.

The causes of a thermal runaway are varied and often random in nature. However, the ever-higher power density in electronic wiring and the trend towards miniaturization are without a doubt of particular importance.

More and more functions are packed in compact modules, which then also have a correspondingly high power consumption. Even slightly excessive currents in power electronics with only a little power loss lead to elevated temperatures of approximately 200 °C. The possible consequences: damage or disconnection of surrounding components, damage to the printed circuit board structure or, in the worst case, the triggering of a fire.

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Protection Against Thermal Runnaway

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There is a growing demand for power, signal and data to be made available just about everywhere we look – even in the most extreme types of environments. This means that the cables providing connectivity to these technological components have to work reliably under tough conditions – on automated factory floors, inside heavy machinery, exposed to outdoor elements or even underwater. One of the most common points for potential damage in any electrical system is any place where these cables get plugged in – the connectors.

So what’s the difference between a normal connector and a harsh connector?

Harsh connectors are expertly designed for extreme environments where technology is being pushed to new frontiers.

Some of the main elements that rugged electrical connectors will protect against include:

• Water – this includes rain, water vapour, and possible water submersion.
• Dust – industrial and outdoor environments often contain a lot of dust or dirt, which can be harmful to electrical systems.
• Extreme temperatures – very low or high temperatures can be detrimental to technology.
• Explosive environments – ATEX zones are work areas that could be potentially explosive because of the presence of dangerous substances in the form of combustible dust, gas, vapour or mist.
• Rough handling – some connectors need to be mated and unmated multiple times in a day, often hurriedly, which increases the risk of wear and tear on the connector. Connectors being dropped or dragged along hard surfaces can also cause damage to the components inside the connector and affect the integrity of power, signal or data connections being passed through the cable.
• Pressure – power, data and fibre optics are needed in aircraft, in space and even at the bottom of the ocean, where pressures can reach up to 9,000 pounds per square inch.
• Salinity – the high salt content of water and air in coastal and marine environments can cause corrosion and calcareous growth. The correct material selection is therefore vital to ensure the maximum lifecycle of technology components used in coastal and marine environments.

Key features of a harsh environment connector:
• IP rating – depending on the application, harsh connectors should have Ingress Protection (IP) Ratings of IP67 (protection from dust and immersion between 15cm – 1m), IP68 (protection from dust and long-term immersion up to a specified depth) or IP69K (protection from dust, close-range high pressure and high temperature spray downs). IP69K is ideal for applications in the food processing and medical industries, where equipment must be regularly sanitised.
• Locking/coupling mechanisms – a robust coupling mechanism is a must for harsh connectors. There are many different types of connector couplings, including ring, twist locking, threaded, bayonet, push-pull and quick disconnect couplings, all with different attributes for various types of applications.
• Housing and insulation – the type of material the connector is made of is an equally important consideration. For applications where the connector is likely to be exposed to extremes of temperature and plenty of moisture and dust, a corrosion-resistant metal housing may be the most appropriate option. For other uses requiring lightweight and flexible connectors, high-temperature resistant plastic composites may be more attractive. Overmoulded cable versions are also sometimes available as an option where it is not a requirement for the unit to be re-terminated.
• Seals & grommets – rubbery seals can be used inside the coupling for keeping the connection tightly in place and watertight.

The shape of the connector, thread pattern or mating mechanism and positioning of pins also play an important role in the creation of a truly rugged and reliable connector. Circular connectors allow for better ease of engagement and disengagement as well as capacity for a wider variety of contacts and voltages. Circular connectors are also easier to seal and less likely to wear or break, and an intelligent ‘scoop proof’ design can avoid damage to the pins if the connector is mis-mated.

Bulgin’s popular Buccaneer range is an excellent example of IP66, IP67, IP68 and IP69K rated environmentally sealed circular connectors. These secure, rugged and highly reliable connectors can be used in harsh or hostile environments and offer a wide choice of options from 2 to 32 poles with screw, solder or crimp terminations as well as USB, SMB & RJ45 options for data to solve any type of design requirement.

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Hylec'S IP66 DN Enclosures range is a very flexible solution for the vast number of applications needing protection against water ingress that also house components requiring either visual checking or frequent access. They will withstand repeated opening and closing with no loss of sealing integrity. A 35mm DIN rail and mounting screws for simpler mounting of terminal blocks, relays and connectors is included, and the DN range also carries multiple slots for vertical PCB mounting, making this product an excellent and flexible choice for both electrical and electronic applications. Manufactured from flame-retardant ABS, its exceptional robustness also extends to meet the IK08 impact standard.

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* Ultra-compact design
* Suitable for very high EMI disturbances
* Various mounting options
* V-Lock cord retaining option
* Fuseholder meets latest IEC standard

Today’s electronic equipment is designed to deliver high performance in a compact size. Often this causes problems affecting the equipment itself or other nearby devices due to the inherent electro-magnetic interferences being generated in and between the different systems. To meet these EMC challenges, high performance power entry modules must also keep pace, and such is the case with the new DD14 series from SCHURTER. The DD14 series packs remarkable functionality into a new generation of compact power entry modules.

The new DD14 combines an IEC C14 appliance inlet with 2-pole switch and 2-pole fuseholder. EMC performance is further enhanced with a depth-saving 2-stage filter. Shielding is optimized by screwing the metal casing of the filter to the panel, using its horizontal or vertical flange. A snap-in filter version eliminates the flange, consuming even less panel space.

The DD14 integrates the EMC filter directly in line with the power input. The two-stage filter design suppresses interference voltages more effectively over a much broader frequency spectrum than single-stage filters, thereby having a positive effect on electro-magnetic compatibility. Standard and low-leakage medical filter options are available for use in commercial or facilities ICT equipment according to IEC 60950 and medical equipment according to IEC 60601-1. The series meets the new fuseholder requirements outlined in IEC 60127-6 for enhanced fire safety and is also suitable for use in home appliances according to IEC 60335-1. It is compatible with V-Lock retaining cordsets.

The DD14 is rated for current levels up to 10 A / 250 VAC according to IEC and 8 A 125/250 VAC according to UL / CSA. It is ENEC and cURus approved.

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• Prevents power semiconductors from thermal runaway
• Supports up to 60 VDC applications
• Reflow solderable at 260 °C
• Customer-specific version with shunt or overcurrent fuse
• Smallest dimensions

Schurter introduces its new RTS. The RTS is a particularly compact overtemperature protection device using advanced SMD technology. It is suited for the highest demands of protection in power semiconductors.

RTS stands for "Reflowable Thermal Switch". It was developed to protect highly integrated power semiconductors like MOSFETs, ICs, IGBTs, Triacs, SCRs, etc. from overheating. Before mechanical activation, the RTS can be mounted using conventional reflow soldering techniques with temperature profiles up to 260 °C.

Mechanical Activation
After having the RTS reflow soldered on a PCB, mechanical activation arms the RTS for tripping at 210 °C. This activation can be done manually or by fully automated means. In contrast to electrical activation, the RTS activation status is clearly and immediately visible to the installer. Furthermore, the third additional contact required for electrical activation is thereby eliminated.

Compact Dimensions, High Load Capacity
The new type of overtemperature protection shines with the smallest dimensions and highest load capacity. Operating currents up to 100 A at rated voltages of up to 60 VDC can be handled by the RTS, which is just 6.6 x 8.8 mm in size. Customer-specific variants are available with an integrated shunt or an additional overcurrent fuse. These further integrated functions are resulting in less space consumed on the printed circuit board. The Reflowable Thermal Switch meets the high reliability requirements of AEC-Q200 and MIL-STD.

Protection Against Thermal Runaway
Thermal runaway refers to the overheating of a power semiconductor due to a self-reinforcing, heat-producing process. The reasons for this are the ever increasing power density and the trend towards miniaturization of electronic circuits.

RTS protects power semiconductors not through a logic circuit but rather through basic laws of physics. In case of a thermal runaway, the RTS reliably interrupts the circuit precisely at the well-defined temperature.

Technical Data
• Rated Voltage 60 VDC
• Tripping temperature 210 °C
• Operating current up to 100 A

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