Johnson Electric’s SoftShift linear solenoids provide slow, smooth position control or high speed snap action operation. SoftShift solenoids have a unique construction which allows easy transition from snap action to variable positioning. Using the same power, starting force is three to five times higher than standard solenoids at the fully de-energized position. This is advantageous for starting inertial loads or detent mechanisms, and for conserving electrical power. This solenoid offers quiet operation, high power density, and a variety of sizes. Custom engineered solutions ensure that exact application requirements are met. With life of 10 million cycles, the SoftShift platform is ideal for applications requiring closed loop velocity and position control.

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Johnson Electric’s Low Profile Linear DC Solenoids offer extremely compact design which optimizes the magnetic flux path for maximum force versus stroke characteristics. The construction of the plunger assembly provides an auxiliary flux path which permits a significant increase in force. The reliability and high performance of the low profile design make it an ideal choice for applications in which consistent, reliable operation is critical. Long life operation with very high force in a small package make the Low Profile Linear DC Solenoid technology idea for a variety of applications including pumps, packaging equipment, and instrumentation & testing equipment.

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Johnson Electric’s Ultimag® rotary actuator technology offers a bidirectional, center return function not found in traditional rotary solenoids. The Ultimag platform is substantially faster than other solenoids, and can be operated in an on/off mode or proportionally, in both open and closed loop systems. Ultimag actuators offer a 45° stroke; however, the design is capable of a maximum stroke of 160°. For shorter strokes, electronic or mechanical stops can be used. This technology is ideal for applications requiring high speed and high torque motion control often found in industrial, business technology and medical applications.

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Johnson Electric’s BTA actuator platform offers high speed controllability in rotary stroke applications. The BTA has a single phase coil with three stator poles and matching rotor pole. When the coil is energized, the poles align along the flux path. The three pole design allows a stroke of up to 45°. Since BTA technology does not require full stroke actuation, stops can be used to attain maximum life as well as optimum stroke / torque capacity.

Using simple pulse width modulation to control coil current, the BTA allows open or closed loop velocity and maximum position control. The BTA platform offers quiet operation due to the soft, shock-free cycling which eliminates the noise associated with end-of stroke mechanical stops. Very quiet operation, long life in excess of 100 million actuations and high power density make the BTA product family ideal for high speed, high throughput diverting and sorting applications that require low noise and zero downtime.

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Johnson Electric is the world leader in Rotary Solenoid technology. Rotary solenoids are electromechanical devices that convert linear motion to rotary motion by virtue of three ball bearings that travel down inclined raceways. When the coil is energized, the armature assembly is pulled towards the stator and rotated through an arc determined by the coining of the raceways. These extremely high speed actuation devices provide very long life operation for the most challenging applications. With operating life up to fifty million cycles, a wide variety of sizes and custom engineering for life, speed, environmental conditions and torque requirements, the Rotary DC solenoid is ideal for a variety of markets and applications including door lock, vending machines, industrial automation and medical diagnostic equipment.

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Marketed under the Ledex Brand, Johnson Electric offers a diverse range of rotary and linear solenoids.

These industry leading products include our high speed, short stroke rotary solenoids such as the BTA and Ultimag series and our long life, medium stroke linear solenoids including open frame, tubular and low profile product families. From very large rotary solenoids found in material handling to our smallest open frame linear solenoids used in precision diagnostic equipment, we offer long life, quiet operation, battery operation and magnetic latching solutions. Our broad portfolio of product technologies is custom engineered to meet the requirements of each application.

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* 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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