ABB Inc.    Wickliffe, OH 44092
May 04, 2012 Available as part of Symphony(TM) Plus plant automation platform, Symphony Plus Control HPC800 process controller accommodates applications that require modular DIN rail packaging. Ethernet-based plant network makes it suited for geographically distributed control applications in conventional or renewable power plants and water networks. Interface modules are available that expand connectivity of controller to intelligent electronic devices using PROFIBUS DP and HART communication protocols.

Servo2Go.com    Greenville, DE 19807
May 03, 2012 Used to control brushed and brushless servomotors, Advanced Motion Controls' DZRALTE Series operate in torque, velocity, or position mode and employ Space Vector Modulation (SVM). Command source can be generated internally or supplied externally, and interfacing flexibility for external controllers and devices is fostered via dedicated and programmable digital and analog inputs and outputs. Series includes 10-175 Vdc input, 6 A continuous (60 A peak) @ 10-175 Vdc output models.

Synventive Molding Solutions    Peadody, MA 01960
May 03, 2012 By precisely controlling each valve pin's position, acceleration, velocity, and stroke, eGate enhances valve gate hot runner molding. Processors can adjust flow rate out of each nozzle gate at any time during fill process, and class A surface quality can be achieved on sequentially gated parts. Delivering shot-to-shot and part-to-part consistency and process monitoring, system eliminates flow lines on multi-gated parts and quickly resolves imbalance issues.

ON Semiconductor, LLC    Phoenix, AZ 85008
May 01, 2012 Incorporating internal power switch and operating at 2 MHz, NCV890100/101/200/130/131/231/201 suit space-constrained EMC sensitive automotive entertainment and infotainment applications. These AEC Q100-qualified and PPAP-capable products, which can convert 18 V input to outputs as low as 3.3 V and 16 V input to outputs as low as 2.5 V, operate from 4.5-36 V, tolerate load dump voltages up to 45 V, and deliver 1.2 or 2 A peak output current (depending on version).

American Industrial Systems, Inc.    Irvine, CA 92614
May 01, 2012 High-performance operator interface terminals are offered in 4.3, 7, 10 and 15 in. versions and are designed to connect automation products to each other, including PLCs, I/O devices, and computers. HMI touch-panels offer wide variety of communication interfaces and protocols to effectively connect plants and machine control systems. Customized solutions offer hardware and software flexibility, comprehensive device management, intelligent functionality, and compliance with environmental regulations.

Analog Devices, Inc.    Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Apr 30, 2012 With input range of 3.2-15 V, Models ADP2370/71 deliver 800 mA output current with greater than 93% conversion efficiency. Devices offer adjustable output voltage from 0.8 V to input voltage, as well as fixed output options. Quiescent current is less than 14 µA in Power Saving Mode. Model ADP2371, otherwise identical to ADP2370, also offers quick output discharge feature. Housed in 3 x 3 mm QFN-8 package, synchronous step-down regulators optimize energy efficiency in battery-powered applications.

Magnetek    Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
Apr 27, 2012 Utilizing crane's variable frequency drive control, Flex Pro Handheld Transmitter provides true stepless load control. Unit offers choice of 8 or 12 proportional button configurations, and adjustable speed control with 4 mode settings of 25, 50, 75, and 100% output. I-CHIP module enables universal transmitter to be programmed in field. Featuring rugged nylon housing, ergonomically designed control is NEMA 4/IP66-rated to withstand harsh, industrial environments.

Acuity Brands Lighting    Conyers, GA 30012
Apr 27, 2012 Designed to function in individual room or across entire facility/campus, nLiGHT® network lighting control technology integrates time-based, daylight-based, sensor-based, and manual lighting controls. It is also available Sensor Switch® nWiFi(TM), which adds conventional WiFi technology (802.11n) to nLight devices, such as occupancy sensors and relays, to enable them to seamlessly communicate with wired and wireless nLiGHT lighting control zones.

Bosch Corp.    Charleston, SC 29418
Apr 26, 2012 Intended for schools, small shops, warehouses, and office buildings, Conventional Fire Panel 500 Series uses single LCD screen to display status of all zones. User interface is color-coded, and LEDs light up to indicate active zones, problems, and status information. False alarms are minimized by requiring fire to be detected in at least 2 zones or by 2 detectors in 1 zone. With separate history functions for events and walk tests, panels allow clear documentation of system activity.

PESA Industries, Inc.    Huntsville, AL 35805
Apr 25, 2012 Featuring 72 programmable LCD pushbutton switches in 18 x 4 configuration, TOUCH 72 provides intuitive interface for switching operations in 3 in. deep, 2 RU package. Color 320 x 240 TFT touchscreen displays continuous status of destination, source, preset, level, and lock information. User menus, also available from main screen, can be used for multi-output salvo switching or to provide extended pages of sources or destinations. Soft menu structure facilitates on-the-fly reconfiguration.

Allegro MicroSystems Inc.    Worcester, MA 01615
Apr 24, 2012 Housed in 4 x 4 mm TQFN/MLP-20 package, Model A8303 utilizes small ceramic capacitors within boost regulator control instead of electrolytic units, making device suitable for LCD TV designs. IC combines integrated boost MOSFET, current sensing, and compensation. Resistor-programmed output current limit minimizes boost inductor/diode size. With key output voltage setting of 15.6 V, regulator accommodates Japan-specific design requirements.

Analog Devices, Inc.    Norwood, MA 02062-9106
Apr 24, 2012 Intended for high-efficiency AC/DC and isolated DC/DC power supply systems, ADP1046 has 7 PWM logic outputs that can be programmed using GUI with I²C interface. Adaptive dead-time control increases efficiency across entire load range, while current share and OR-ing control accommodate use in parallel and redundant systems. Other features include voltage feed-forward for accelerated line transient response as well as dedicated loop filters for soft start, light load, and normal load.

Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions    Waterbury, CT 06705
Apr 23, 2012 Rated for 12-48 Vdc input voltage with continuous output current of 2.6 Arms/phase, Model DCM4826X supports rotary stepper motors or stepper motor-based linear actuators and can be configured for full step, half step, or microstep. Totally enclosed, bipolar 2-phase chopper drive package has 2.5 x 2.4 in. mounting plate with mounting hole center-to-center distances of 2.0 x 1.5 in. Configuration is through Haydon Kerk PDE User Interface via RS-485 protocol or computer USB port.

The MTL Instruments Group PLC    Hampton, NH 03842
Apr 18, 2012 Suited for use in hazardous areas, MTL GeCma Challenger 221 offers 22 in. color display with 1,680 x 1,050 pixel resolution and 16:10 aspect ratio for process control systems that require high resolution and wide screen to display all their information. Resistive touch screen option is available for operation where protective clothing and gloves are necessary. Up to 4 Challenger terminals can be cascaded to one PC, and modular construction with durable finish has IP66 rating.

Ironwood Electronics, Inc.    St. Paul, MN 55121
Apr 17, 2012 Using direct thermal contact technology, TSL-ST-01 Thermal Socket Lid and Control System enables temperature control of IC devices during thermal characterization. Chiller supplies liquid to thermal socket lid, while controller monitors lid and supplies necessary electrical input to accurately control temperature. With GUI, users can set temperature, tune system, change and save configuration settings, log data, and run custom scripts.

Suprema Inc.    Gyeonggi 463-863  Korea (south)
Apr 16, 2012 Featuring dual-CPU processing up to 1.7 GHz and 4.3 in. WVGA touchscreen LCD, FaceStation identifies individuals from facial image features. IP-based biometric access control terminal achieves matching speed of 1:1,000 in less than 1 sec. With advanced algorithm and adaptive IR illumination technology, system overcomes weak points brought by lighting intensity and pose variation. For time attendance functions, device provides auto detection mode with proximity sensor and customizable hot keys.

Solutions Cubed    Chico, CA 95928
Apr 13, 2012 Packaged in 24-pin DIP module, Synaptron Micro can handle current load of 1.5 A continuous or 5 A peak. Module is suited for open loop motor PWM drive controls or closed-loop motion control. Vast array of user settings allows controller to accept inputs from serial commands, pulses, or analog signals. Configurable feedback options include analog signals, pulse or frequency signals, quadrature encoders, or internal current or velocity calculations.

Texas Instruments, Inc. (TI)    Dallas, TX 75243-4136
Apr 13, 2012 Designed to cut switching noise by 99%, 1 A QuietSupply(TM) TPS54120 helps maximize performance of data converters and amplifiers and sensitive clock distribution circuits. Unit features low noise output of 17 µVRMS at 100 Hz to 1 MHz and power supply rejection ratio of 83 db at 10 kHz and 70 dB at 100 kHz. Operating from input voltage of 4.5-17 V, switching power supply delivers adjustable output of 0.8-6.0 V and is synchronizable to external clock from 200 kHz to 1.2 MHz.

Athena Controls, Inc.    Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 1129
Apr 12, 2012 Featuring 8-32 zones of control with 15 A per zone, BEDROS(TM) has color touchscreen with intuitive HMI, built-in buttons for joystick operation, and overview screen for summary of all zones including process valves, setpoints, and alarms. Unit allows access for configuring single or multiple zones and naming of zone groups for quick selection and configuration. Controller can store/restore multiple setups that can be copied to flash drives for export to other injection molding machines.

Sierra Instruments, Inc.    Monterey, CA 93940
Apr 12, 2012 Equipped with Frictionless-Hovering Valve Technology(TM) featuring shut-off capability, SmartTrak® 100 provides stable gas mass flow control. High pressure meter utilizes inherently linear Laminar Flow Element and advanced platinum sensor technology. User can independently adjust calibration in field for any of 10 pre-programmed Dial-A-Gas® gases. With Pilot Module control/readout interface, user can view and adjust critical control functions at any time.