Mersen    Newburyport, MA 01950
Mar 06, 2003 Tri-onic Class RK5 TR and TRS current-limiting fuses include time delay feature that safely handles harmless transformer and motor in-rush currents to minimize nuisance openings and maximize uptime. Current-limiting capabilities prevent damage to critical system components under short circuit conditions, reducing downtime and repairs.

Beta Dyne Inc.    Bridgewater, MA 02324
Mar 06, 2003 Model U30 offers operating ranges from 10-30, 22-68, and 40-120 Vdc. It features synchronous rectification for main output and rectifying diodes for auxiliary output. Users can specify any output voltage range from 2.5–18 V. Converter provides up to 30 W with up to 85% efficiency. It includes input under/overvoltage protection, input-to-output isolation, soft start, hiccup mode, 330 kHz switching frequency, thermal protection, and 6-sided shielding.

Dwyer Instruments, Inc.    Michigan City, IN 46361
Mar 05, 2003 Model SSR-15 is completely encapsulated in polysulfone housing and sealed with epoxy, making it impervious to dust, moisture, and foreign material. Operating and load voltage range from 105-125 Vac, and maximum load current is 5 A. Normally open, SPDT relay features temperature range of -40 to +120°F.

Astrodyne Corp.    Mansfield, MA 02048
Mar 05, 2003 Active power factor corrected, enclosed Series SP150, SP200, and SP300, with 3,000 Vac I/O isolation, accept universal input from 85-265 Vac and provide single, triple, and quad outputs from 3.3-48 Vdc. Units feature soft-start circuitry, integral EMI filtering, OVP, and short-circuit protection. With power-good LED indicator and output adjustment potentiometer, products measure 7.83 x 3.9 x 1.97 in. Applications include telecommunication, industrial control, and embedded systems.

ABB Metals Systems    New Berlin, WI 53151 2840
Mar 05, 2003 AF Series contactors provide complete coverage of contactor requirements from 9–1650 A. All sizes above 50 A feature electronic coil control design and are available in four voltages: 24-60 Vdc, 48-130 Vac/Vdc, 100-250 Vac/Vdc, and 200-500 Vac/Vdc. Product also eliminates contact bounce and chattering to reduce RF interference and power consumption. Contactors rated 400 A and above offer 2 inputs for controlling contactor with low voltage signals.

Thermadyne Industries, Inc.    St. Louis, MO 63017
Mar 05, 2003 PRO-WAVE 185TSW generates True-Square wave AC/DC output with full range capability from 185 A down to 5 A. Voltage Reduction Device prevents accidental electric shock by reducing OCV when power supply is not in use. Inverter includes Current Sloper; Current Pulser; variable frequency, wave balance control; digital AMP/volt meter; remote control capabilities; and Lift or HF assisted starting. All functions and controls are set through pushbutton switches on front panel.

APEM Components    Haverhill, MA 01835
Mar 05, 2003 Offered in 4, 6, 8, and 10 position models, DHS series has terminal pitch of .050 in. and contact rating of 100 mA at 6 Vdc switching. Model DHS8S (8-position) measures .468 x .244 x .087 in., while 4 position model measures .268 in. long. Auto-insertable, reflow solderable series employs self-cleaning, twin point contact design. With operating force of 400 grams max, series is suited for hand-held remotes, mobile instruments, and miniature applications.

LEVITON    Melville, NY 11747
Mar 04, 2003 Safety Disconnect Switches, part of Power Switch(TM) Industrial Grade Switch line, prevent haphazard making/breaking under load of electrical connections. Available products include IP65 watertight, 30 A non-fused model and IP67 watertight, non-fused models in 60 and 100 A. Fused models, with 30 and 60 A ratings, offer finger-safe fuse holders that accept Class J Time-Delay fuses. Switches are supplied with auxiliary contact and bottom hinge mechanism that pivots 180°.

JDS Products, Inc.    El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 4072
Mar 04, 2003 SENSING-SAF-START® prevents small machines from restarting after power interruption. After power has been restored, unit will not reset until machine switch has been turned off. It replaces power cord on small machines such as table saws and drill presses, allowing them to conform to OSHA and NFPA safety standards by disconnecting machine's power during power loss. Three 120 V styles and one 240 V single phase style is available. All are UL recognized.

A & A Mfg. Co., Inc.    New Berlin, WI 53151
Mar 04, 2003 ThermiSeal bellows have open-to-closed length ratios that minimize space requirements. Bellows protect actuating members that move through range of travel. They are available in a variety of shapes and sizes, and in urethane or PVC materials. Uses include precision medical equipment, semiconductor equipment, clean room applications, and inspection and test equipment.

TE Connectivity Ltd.    Berwyn, PA 19312
Mar 04, 2003 AMP Power Series model 175A is 2-pole, wire-to-wire style connector rated for 175 A at 600 V AC/DC when using 1/0 wire. Housing design allows mating between two identical housings. Single pole model 180A is rated for 180 A at 600 V and incorporates interlocking feature on housing that allows multiple connectors to be horizontally or vertically stacked. Each model uses impact resistant, UL 94V-0 polycarbonate housing and accepts 1/0-4 AWG wire.

Crescent Lighting/ Genlyte - Thomas Group LLC    Barrington, NJ 08007
Mar 04, 2003 T-Bay includes T5 or T8 linear fluorescent lamps and accepts multiple suspension methods for direct replacement of existing high bay fixtures. Ends and reflector panels are hinged for ease of mounting, wiring, and access to ballast chamber. Fixture includes 20 ga die-form housing and features instant-on, built-in switching, and low-temperature operation. It is offered in 4-light T5, 54 W and 6-light T8, 32 W fixtures.

Hydro Electronic Devices, Inc. (HED)    Hartford, WI 53027 0218
Mar 03, 2003 Offered in NEMA 4 rated enclosure, CL-300 module provides 8 PWM or On/Off, sourcing, 15 A outputs, with current feedback over 3 A, in one location. Able to function as slave module or SBC, compact, solid-state, microprocessor-based module fits within mobile equipment. User-configurable maximum current on each output creates Virtual Fuses, and 4-wire harness ID code allows up to 16 Input Modules to be connected to one CAN Buss.

Process Electronics Corp.    Gastonia, NC 28056
Mar 03, 2003 Series SMR high frequency, switch mode rectifiers are offered in 200 combinations of voltage and current. DC power levels range from 1–30 kW at voltages from 3–600 Vdc. All have digital front panels and controls. Rear-panel access is provided for remote control and user selectable analog programming. Each unit includes built-in protection against over voltage, over current, over temperature, brown out, turn-on surge limit and low start.

Miller, J.W., Div., Bell Industries    Gardena, CA 90248
Feb 28, 2003 Surface-mount, cold-cathode, fluorescent-lamp Inverter Transformers are used in power supplies for producing high voltage to initiate lamp operation for back-lighting of LCDs. With operating frequency of 60 kHz ±25%, operating temperature of 0–75°C, and dielectric strength of 1500 Vrms, unit is available in five 6 W configurations. Input voltages include 25, 20, 15, 13, or 10.5 V, with outputs of 1300V, 70 mA. Package measures 26 x 16.5 x 7.1 mm.

Tyco Electronics/Raychem.    Menlo Park, CA 94025-1164
Feb 28, 2003 FT600 fuse assists telecommunications equipment manufacturers in complying with North American overcurrent protection requirements. With low profile and small footprint, fuse provides low temperature-rise under sneak current fault events to prevent damage to circuit traces or multilayer boards. Series includes devices rated for maximum operating currents of 1.25, 0.500, and 2.0 A, and is for ambient temperatures of up to 85°C.

Switches Unlimited    Woodside, NY 11377
Feb 28, 2003 Emergency Stop Switches can be quickly identified in panic situtations. Once activated, they remain activated until it is safe to switch system back on. Foolproof actuation mechanism prevents switch contact from being operated without fully actuating mushroom head. Switches are offered in twist-to-release and key-to-release options. Designed for ON and OFF industrial control equipment applications, Dual Lighted Pushbuttons meet IP65 standards and are rated NEMA 4 and 13, UL, CSA.

Automation Systems Interconnect Inc.    Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
Feb 28, 2003 IMACP AC Voltage Power Outlet Module, available in single outlet and duplex outlet versions, accepts up to 12 AWG wires and is rated at 15 A at 125 Vac. Unit incorporates stabilized AC outlet socket, terminal blocks, finger safe connections, and modular DIN rail mounted design. Applications include use in equipment cabinets, panels, and in systems where power may be required for laptops, test equipment, analyzers, or electrical tools.

Brady Corp.    Milwaukee, WI 53201 0571
Feb 27, 2003 SHOCK-STOP® lockout hasps are bright red stop-sign shaped units that allow up to 6 workers to lock out single energy source with individual padlocks. Made of 13 ga zinc-plated steel, tamperproof hasps include front and back write-on labels to convey additional information. When combined with personalized lockout labels, they provide visual warning and energization prevention to protect maintenance workers.

LEVITON    Melville, NY 11747
Feb 26, 2003 IEC 309-1 and 309-2 PowerSwitch(TM) devices are offered in 20, 30, 60, and 100 A non-fused configurations and 20, 30, and 60 A fused configurations. Contained in non-metallic NEMA Type 3R, 4X, and 12K Valox® 357 enclosures, IP67 Watertight devices combine pin and sleeve receptacle with safety disconnect switch. With bottom-hinged cover and pistol grip handle, enclosure design fits within I-Beam and incorporates downward facing, angled receptacle.