Physik Instrumente (PI)    Auburn, MA 01501
Jun 22, 2006 Designed for closed-loop piezoelectric positioners/scanners, Model E-761 controls 3 logical axes with capacitive position feedback. PCI interface delivers high throughput and precise motion synchronization with frame grabbers and other peripheral devices. Features include 4 piezo drivers, coordinate transformation for active trajectory control, 32-bit DSP, and 24-bit D/A converters for sub-nm position resolution. Additional 0-10 V analog command interface is also included.

Rice Lake Weighing Systems    Rice Lake, WI 54868
Jun 22, 2006 Featuring intuitive interface, programmable Model 820i automates formula selection, batch start up, data recall, or any frequently used process with push of button. It facilitates truck scale data management with 6 truck modes and keyed tares. PC-based iRite IDE software uses graphical flow charts, eliminating complicated code generation. Built-in software functionality includes programmability for alibi tracking and 25 definable print formats.

Allegro MicroSystems Inc.    Worcester, MA 01615
Jun 21, 2006 Capable of operating 1 stepper or 2 dc motors, A3901 dual H-bridge motor driver has operating voltage range of 2.5-5.5 V and power off current of 50 nA. Output current can be regulated by pulse width modulating inputs. Available in lead-free 3 x 3 x 0.75 mm package, A3901 features low voltage drop MOSFET outputs and internal circuit protections including thermal shutdown with hysteresis, transient-suppression diodes, and crossover current protection.

Pilz Automation Safety L.P.    Canton, MI 48187
Jun 21, 2006 With decentralized, modular I/O, PSSuniversal offers standard and safety control solution for mid- to top-range automation needs. It enables communication via all common standard fieldbus systems in combination with SafetyBUS p safe bus system. Various head modules are connected alongside base modules and are available with screw or cage clamp terminals. Control provides freedom from feedback, enable functionality, and block-switching function.

Omega Engineering, Inc.    Stamford, CT 06907
Jun 20, 2006 Housed in wall-mount, watertight, plastic enclosure, DPS3300 series offers multichannel scanning. Signals from thermocouples, RTDs, and thermistors are linearized and can be displayed in °C or °F. Current, voltage, and millivolt signals are scaled for indicating process in specified engineering units, and up to 7 different processes can be displayed on signal scanner; each channel can be assigned 3-digit, alphanumeric engineering unit.

Advantech Automation Corp.    Cincinnati, OH 45240
Jun 19, 2006 Fanless MIC-3316 utilizes on-board ULP 650 MHz Celeron processor and is suited for rugged industrial applications. In 3U form factor, board offers CPU with up to 348 MB SDRAM, optional rear I/O support, battery-backup 512K RAM, and 2 on-board CompactFlash sockets. Other features include 2 RS-232/422/485 ports, 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port, and DVI-I interface in addition to watchdog timer, PCI-to-PCI bridge, AC-97 audio support, and 2.5 in. HDD bay.

Curtiss-Wright Controls Embedded Computing    San Diego, CA 92121-1773
Jun 16, 2006 Available in PMC mezzanine card or half-length PCI card formats, Osiris supports 2 independent radar channels inputs at rates to 16k samples/return. Open standard-based solution supports sampling at frequencies up to 50 MHz on each of its 2 analog inputs, which can be mixed with up to 8 digital radar inputs. Its 64 bit, 66 MHz PCI interface can output 2 streams of radar video directly to host processor, and each stream can be processed using one of 2 sets of trigger and turning data.

Danaher Motion    Wood Dale, IL 60191-1073
Jun 16, 2006 SERVOSHAFT enables users to run 3 main functions of control system on computer, including data monitoring and collection, PLC, and motion control. Soft PLC in SERVOSHAFT package meets IEC standard 61131-3 and supports SFC, FBD, LD, ST, and IL programming languages. Motion control solution can be used to synchronize over 200 axes. OPC server enables communication with each SCADA system and platform also supports data exchange with PROFIBUS and CANopen.

Kontron    Poway, CA 92064
Jun 16, 2006 Featuring integrated Genesis gm5621 chip, RoHS-compliant CRTtoLCD-6 Controller provides resolution up to SXGA. It converts analog RGB or optional digital DVI input signals into digital TTL or LVDS signals for TFTs. Unit can process input resolutions up to UXGA and scales image to appropriate size for panel. JILI30 interface allows control of single and dual port LVDS TFTs up to data width of 2 x 24 bit, while FLEX32 interface allows control of 18-bit TTL flat panels.

Hi/Fn, Inc.    Los Gatos, CA 95032
Jun 16, 2006 Offering simultaneous support for multiple security protocols and encryption and authentication algorithms, FlowThrough(TM) HIPP III 4450 address all data-in-flight security requirements for IP storage protocols, including iSCSI, FCIP, iFCP, and NAS. It is designed for integration into iSCSI host bus adapters, target bus adapters, storage switches, and storage arrays. Integrated compression capabilities minimize time required for backup and mirroring.

Parker Hannifin Hydraulic Valve    Elyria, OH 44036 4026
Jun 15, 2006 Snapped onto DIN rail, Digital Modules for electrohydraulic proportional valves can be configured to function in same way as various individual analog cards. While 3 modules include drivers for directional (PWD00A-400), throttle (PCD00A-400), and pressure control valves (PWDXXA-400), fourth module replaces accessory cards (PZD00A-400). Each unit, configured over RS232 null-modem cable via Parker ProPXD software, accepts download of user-defined custom settings.

National Semiconductor Corp.    Santa Clara, CA 95051-0695
Jun 15, 2006 With typical quiescent current of 10 µA in shutdown mode and less than 40 µA in sleep mode, LM26001 switching regulator is designed for requirements of battery-powered applications requiring always-on stand-by modes. It delivers up to 1.5 A continuous load current with fixed current limit through internal N-channel switch. Operating from 4.0-38 V input voltage range, unit features adjustable operating frequency from 150-500 kHz and clock synchronization inputs.

Milacron Inc.    Cincinnati, OH 45206
Jun 13, 2006 Mosiac control consists of 15 in. TFT touchscreen display with keyboard mounted on swing arm. Sealed to IP65, panel is driven by industrial computer with 600 MHz Celeron processor and 1 GB flash drive for data storage. Control provides 5-stage extrusion profiling with graphical setup, 10-stage injection profile and 10-stage pack and hold with real-time graphing, simultaneous monitoring of 16 user-selectable process parameters, and process graphics with 13 time/position-based graphs.

Performance Motion Devices, Inc.    Lincoln, MA 01773
Jun 13, 2006 Providing math-intensive, field oriented control, single-axis Model MC73110 can be operated as standalone intelligent motion IC or via serial commands as programmable axis controller. Utilizing on-chip A/D converter, unit digitizes analog current feedback and can also perform Hall-based and sinusoidal commutation. Model MC73110 features PID velocity loop, PI current loop compensation, trajectory generation, encoder input, and Hall sensor input.

Linear Technology Corp.    Milpitas, CA 95035
Jun 12, 2006 Available in 16-pin thermally enhanced TSSOP, LT3844 DC/DC controller features 4-60 V input range with adjustable 100-500 kHz switching frequency. It operates at temperature range of -40 to 125°C, and can be used in several DC/DC topologies such as step-down, step-up, inverting, and SEPIC (buck-boost). Current mode controller drives N-channel MOSFET and maintains high efficiency at light loads with its Burst Mode® operation and 120 µA quiescent current.

Digital View, Inc.    Morgan Hill, CA 95037
Jun 12, 2006 Integrated PC, DVI, and Video interface controller for TFT LCD panels, ALR-1400 provides plug-and-play solution for basic monitor functions. Offering connectivity support for all current video standards, unit delivers multi-panel support and comes preloaded with multiple panel timings. It supports 4:3 format panels up to SXGA and 16:9 format panels up to WXGA with ULI Universal LVDS Interface. Features include OSD menu, image scaling and control, and support for PWM inverters.

OK International    Garden Grove, CA 92841
Jun 09, 2006 Operating from 24 Vdc supply, digital Series DX-200 features timer range of 0.008-99.99 sec and adjustable vacuum for controlling drips between dispense cycles. Model DX-200 offers operating pressure of 0-100 psi and is configured for general dispensing applications, while Model DX-215 operates from 0-15 psi and is suited for low viscosity fluids. Units are supplied with power adapter, air hose, sample tips, barrel, syringe adapter, and syringe stand.

Micrel Semiconductor Inc.    San Jose, CA 95131
Jun 09, 2006 Housed in 2 x 2 mm 8-pin leadless package, Model MIC5310 offers ultra low dropout voltage of 35 mV at 150 mA and more than 70 dB power supply ripple rejection. It integrates 2 independently controlled LDOs, both with quiescent current of 75 µA per output, turn-on time of 30 µsec, current limit and thermal shutdown protection, and operation from -40 to 125°C. Regulator is suited for cell phone RF power, camera modules, imaging sensors, PDAs, and portable media players.

Rockwell Automation    Milwaukee, WI 53204
Jun 09, 2006 Fulfilling requirements of Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation, Allen-Bradley XM 121A Absolute Shaft and XM 442 Voted Electronic Overspeed Detection System Relay Modules monitor and protect critical plant-floor assets. Scalable solutions can be integrated into plant control and information system. XM-121A measures turbine shaft vibratory motion relative to free space, while XM-442 provides 3 redundant shutdown relays, one alarm relay, and redundant logic circuits.

Lin Engineering    Santa Clara, CA 95054
Jun 08, 2006 Offered in 3.41, 3.85, and 4.78 in. lengths, SilverPak 23C integrates NEMA 23 step motor, microstepping driver, and controller in single unit. Device operates from +12 to 40 Vdc and delivers 3 A peak output current, 294 oz-in. holding torque, and reaches speeds of 16.7 MHz. Features include programmable ramps and speeds; software selectable hold and move currents; up to 256x microstepping resolution settings; and 4 user configurable digital I/O's.