Murata Electronics North America, Inc.    Smyrna, GA 30080
Dec 24, 2009 Featuring 1.6 mm thick sensing head, Thermo-String combines epoxy coated tight tolerance chip thermistor with bendable wire leads available in various lengths from 25-150 mm. It operates over -40 to 150°C range and is suited for temperature monitoring and protection of lithium ion batteries in HEVs. Utilizing halogen free materials and lead free soldering, RoHS compliant unit is resistant to mechanical vibrations and shock and meets ELV/UL requirements.

Mitutoyo America Corp.    Aurora, IL 60504
Dec 23, 2009 With measuring range of 10 mm and 0.01 mm type contact point made of R5 carbide, 542 Series Laser Hologage employs diffracted laser beam interference to perform accurate, repeatable measurements. Ultra-fine diffraction grating is holographically recorded on scale, and resulting resolution of 0.01 µm suits measurement of parts found in semiconductor and related industries. Also, linear ball bearings in guide provide smooth movement and durability.

Mitutoyo America Corp.    Aurora, IL 60504
Dec 23, 2009 Suited for CMMs as well as for CNC-driven metrology instruments, robotic tending solution delivers automated loading and unloading, with repeatability of ± 20 µm, to streamline end-to-end manufacturing. Sensitive collision detection enables dexterous picking of delicate parts and precise fitting to instrument fixturing, while force-sensitive grippers enable precise, intelligent parts placement. Also, 2D/3D vision systems enable robot to detect and pick randomly positioned workpieces.

Jewell Instruments LLC    Manchester, NH 03103
Dec 23, 2009 Consisting of transmitter and receiver, Triplett WireMaster HDMI High Definition Cable Tester utilizes X-TEST technology, which checks for shorts, opens, and miswires in all RGB conductors. Unit works with all types of HDMI cables with Type A connectors conforming to 1.0, 1.1, 1.2, 1.2a, 1.3, 1.3a, Category 1 and Category 2 cables. It employs both auto-scanning for quick testing of all wires, and manual testing for rigorous testing on individual wires.

Ideal Industries, Inc.    Sycamore, IL 60178
Dec 23, 2009 IDEAL Digital Light Meter 61-686 measures incandescent, fluorescent, metal halide, high-pressure sodium, and halogen lamp output. Unit features LCD read-out, where values can be saved by pressing data hold button or max hold button to capture maximum values. Compact meter features remote sensor with 1.5 m cable and includes 9 V battery. When not in use, it fits inside pocket or included tool tote.

Thermotron Industries, A Venturedyne, Ltd. Co.    Holland, MI 49423
Dec 23, 2009 Intended for high acceleration testing, Model DSX-4000 is rated at 4,000 lbf sine and random, with max velocity of 80 ips, continuous velocity of 70 ips, and 75 g acceleration. Rated at 6,650 lbf for sine and random, Model DSX-6650 provides acceleration levels up to 120 g with 115 ips max velocity and 90 ips continuous velocity. Model DSX-8000, rated at 8,000 lbf sine and random, reaches acceleration levels up to 150 g and 145 ips max velocity.

Omron Electronics, LLC    Schaumburg, IL 60173
Dec 23, 2009 Tailored for automobile industry, Vision Sensor Software is equipped with automatic outline scanning function, which calculates glue status by scanning glue outline, glue width, gap width, and glue path. Because inspection is performed based on outline information, angled gaps can be accurately detected. High Dynamic Range processing technology eliminates unstable inspection due to changes in lighting conditions, and results are displayed by both graphics and numerical values.

Thermotron Industries, A Venturedyne, Ltd. Co.    Holland, MI 49423
Dec 23, 2009 Offering remote access via wireless Intranet, PDA Chamber Monitor enables users to monitor network of chambers equipped with Thermotron's 8800, 8200, and/or 3800 programmable controllers. Users can search and connect to any chamber in network, receive automatic chamber alarm notifications, monitor profile status of tests in progress, and remotely witness in-process graphs of chamber operation. Users can also examine test time remaining, throttle values, and process variables.

Thermotron Industries, A Venturedyne, Ltd. Co.    Holland, MI 49423
Dec 23, 2009 Model 8200 Programmer Controller features 7 in. color display that offers interval-by-interval graphical representation for view of test profiles during programming. Graphing screen utilizes tap and drag zoom box to magnify graph data, while program status screen displays initial/final air temperature, humidity values, and time remaining. Product includes compact Flash memory that can hold 5 yr of test data under average use. It also has Web server for remote operation.

Severn Trent Services    Fort Washington, PA 19034-2707
Dec 23, 2009 Used in conjunction with MicroChem®2 transmitter/controller, Series KC4000 offers on-line measurement of residual chlorine, chlorine dioxide, ozone, iodine, and bromine. Series includes cell for low pressure samples at 1.4-7 psig, cell with IP66 case that provides protection against dust and water, and cell for hot water applications at 35.6-149°F. Mounted on differential pressure regulator, units include PT100 temperature probe and operate in sample range of 7-60 psig and 35.6-104°F.

Elobau Sensor Technology, Inc.    Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Dec 23, 2009 Offered for vehicle and industrial applications, 361G series comes in left- and right-hand versions. Up to 3 Hall effect thumbwheel controllers and up to 6 push buttons switches can be mounted in one grip, and other possible configurations include auxiliary 4-position analog control installed at top of knob. Also available with integrated CAN module, products can be fitted on heavy- and medium-duty J5 and J6 or other joysticks due to range of mechanical interfaces and rubber gaiters.

austriamicrosystems AG    Premstatten   Austria
Dec 23, 2009 Model AS8520, dedicated to LIN slaves, which can be found in car doors, car roof modules, seat modules, provides transceiver, voltage regulator, 4-wire micro controller interface for window watchdog, diagnosis and backup register access, as well as 2 relay drivers and resistive attenuator. AS8530 is general purpose companion IC for LIN slaves providing transceiver, LDO, and shared pin microcontroller interface with window watchdog inside an 8-pin package.

Reed Manufacturing Co.    Erie, PA 16512
Dec 23, 2009 Using different blades, Universal Pipe Cutters cut 6-48 in. steel, ductile iron, cast iron, clay, concrete, PVC, or PE pipe in one revolution. Pneumatic powered units are lightweight, require only 12 in. clearance around pipe, provide square cut, and can be used underwater.

Computer Modules, Inc.    San Diego, CA 92127
Dec 23, 2009 Featuring 1.9 in. CMOS monochrome progressive scan sensor, 12 megapixel Iyeron(TM) Camera offers HXGA 4,096 x 3,072 pixel resolution at full frame speed of 25 fps. Window of Interest mode can be programmed to display up to 28 square windows within one image and then allow user to select only certain windows to be read out. Equipped with Camera Link® interface, shock-resistant camera provides 6.0 x 6.0 µm pixels, 2,000 lx sensitivity, and 4:3 aspect ratio.

Pelican Products, Inc.    Torrance, CA 90505
Dec 23, 2009 Featuring impact-, heat-, and chemical-resistant polymer shell, 1015 Micro Case is available in clear with black, blue, red, or yellow liner or in solid black with yellow liner. Internal rubber liner, with series of curved bumpers lining perimeter, doubles as weather-resistant seal and shock absorber. Polymer latch and stainless steel hinge ensure case stays closed when dropped, and 2 loops at either end are provided for tie off.

PennEngineering® (Penn Engineering)    Danboro, PA 18916
Dec 23, 2009 Available in thread sizes up to 5/16-18 or M8 and in lengths up to 1 in. or 25 mm, PEM® Type HFG8(TM) (unified) and HF109(TM) (metric) heat-treated clinch studs achieve tensile strength up to Grade 8 and Property Class 10.9, respectively. RoHS compliant fasteners can be installed permanently in carbon steel or HSLA steel sheets as thin as .040 in. with hardness up to HRB 89 on Rockwell B scale. Studs are installed without welding, using standard punch and anvil or automated equipment.

Philips Lighting Co.    Somerset, NJ 08875
Dec 23, 2009 Suited for 1-4 lamp T8 fluorescent systems, Optanium 347V Instant Start ballasts are available in normal and low Ballast Factor versions, and feature instant start ignition, independent lamp operation, and striation reduction. They offer -20°F cold start for outdoor applications and are compatible with standard and energy saving T8 lamps. Also available are 2-4 lamp models that meet all CEE, Hydro Quebec, and BC Hydro energy efficiency requirements.

Mitutoyo America Corp.    Aurora, IL 60504
Dec 23, 2009 Able to inspect small, cylindrical workpieces, RA-10 Roundtest is operated via touch panel LCD and includes functions such as one-stroke recall and zero-set button for one-touch resets. X-axis stopper and Z-axis scale unit are also included, and measurement data can printed from built-in printer, output via RS232C/SPC ports, or stored to external memory via USB port. Max probing height and depth are 5.98 in. and 3.94 in., respectively, with max 4.61 in. Z- and 2.95 in. X-axis travels.

Mitutoyo America Corp.    Aurora, IL 60504
Dec 23, 2009 With 0.20 µm straightness accuracy and 20 mm/s max drive speed, Surftest® SJ-500 calculates numerous form analyses to 46 different ISO, ANSI, DIN, and JIS parameters. Input features can be created using drawing symbols, joystick control enables fine positioning, and interchangeable nosepieces allow skid or skidless measurement. Used for hand-held or fixtured-in-place operation, surface roughness tester features dedicated control unit with color display and built-in thermal printer.

Mitutoyo America Corp.    Aurora, IL 60504
Dec 23, 2009 Along with PC-based control, Roundtest® RA-120/P features rotational accuracy of 0.04+6H/10,000 µm and precise air bearing turntable rated up to 55 lb. Roundness measuring machine, equipped with various optimizations for accelerated inspection, combines lab-level accuracy with factory floor capacity. Also included, ROUNDPAK® measurement and analysis software facilitates control as well as preliminary setup.