Balluff, Inc.    Florence, KY 41042-0937
Dec 11, 2006 Optoprox(TM) Photoelectric Sensor offers simplicity of mounting, aligning, and handling of inductive proximity sensor, but without range limitations. It features focused red light beam with fixed sensing range up to 23 mm, complete with background suppression. Unit can target very small objects and sense difficult-to-detect black plastic, metal, and rubber parts. Applications include presence sensing, positioning, controlling, and monitoring of discrete and process automation sequences.

PLI, Inc.    Racine, WI 53404
Dec 11, 2006 Providing controlled lubrication for 24 Vdc powered machinery, MEMOLUB® 24 Vdc-EPS can be direct-mounted for single-point applications, or remote-mounted using pipe or flexible tubing. When 24 Vdc is supplied to lubricator, it will cycle once and then follow 1 of 52 output settings that user pre-programs. MEMOLUB® 24 Vdc-EPS is suited for lubricating robots, conveyors, and OEM applications where machinery is intermittently or infrequently used.

Chicago Pneumatic Co.    Rock Hill, SC 29730-7463
Dec 11, 2006 Providing error-proof fastening, SD25 Series of electric screwdrivers come in 10, 20, 35, and 50 lb-in. models, each capable of ISO 5393 Class A precision. Colored lights near collar indicate process acceptance or failure, and signal when tool is in reverse mode. Operator can change tool rotation direction and select up to 32 fastening parameters via pushbutton on top of handle. CS2700 Controller date stamps each rundown as it captures torque and angle results.

Quicksilver Controls    San Dimas, CA 91773
Dec 11, 2006 Featuring full servo control and max velocity of 6.4 ft/sec, Model QCI-L6 is suited for high acceleration moves such as pick-and-place, wire bonding, semiconductor, and parts inspection. Servo control eliminates problems of resonance, stalling, and excess heating. One micron encoder allows for ±25 micron accuracy and is repeatable to ±10 microns. All active components are on moving part of motor, which produces 6 lb of continuous force while drawing less than 3 A from 12-48 Vdc power supply.

Keithley Instruments, Inc.    Cleveland, OH 44139 1891
Dec 11, 2006 Series S600 Parametric Test System is available with KTE v5.2 wafer test development and execution environment. Users can create individual electrical tests at subsite level by drawing on pre-defined libraries then defining parameters and connections. Software features promote throughput for circuit materials testing, such as those requiring RF level frequencies. Environment also supports parallel test routines as well as acquisition of statistically significant RF data sets.

Unilux, Inc.    Saddle Brook, NJ 07663
Dec 11, 2006 Tracker creates short-duration, high-intensity light pulses that make webs moving at high speeds appear motionless, making surface defects on parts stand out for identification and correction. Powered by Extended Life Battery Kit, stroboscopic device creates 60 x 60 cm spot from 90 cm, and runs on 15.5 Vdc rechargeable NiCad battery or ac power. Portable light features comfort grip handle and 5-digit LED readout, and can be controlled by 2 harmonic keys.

Macro Sensors    Pennsauken, NJ 08110 1334
Dec 11, 2006 Offering 2-wire, loop-powered, 4-20 mA operation, GHSI 750 Series is available in ranges of +0.500 in. to ±2.00 in. with max linearity of ±0.5% of full range output. Sensors consist of spring-loaded shaft running in precision sleeve bearing and connected to core of LVDT. Probe shaft is fully extended by spring exerting nominal force of 6-20 oz. Transmitters operate with servo controllers and PLCs, loop-powered analog or digital indicators, and computer-based DAQ and processing systems.

Rubbermaid Commercial Products LLC    Winchester, VA 22601
Dec 11, 2006 Designed to optimize waste collection and sortation efficiency, Mega BRUTE® features 120 gal capacity to reduce number of required trips made throughout facility. Its 12 in. wheels and 5 in. non-marking locking casters, configured in diamond pattern, promote turning, direction changes, and mobility. Unit can pivot 360° on its own axis to maneuver through tight spaces. To facilitate filled 55 gal bag removal, 2 outward-opening doors at rear of unit are provided.

Norplex Micarta    Postville, IA 52162
Dec 11, 2006 WaveMax(TM) 6000 combines non-woven random glass mat substrate with high-temperature, static dissipative epoxy resin system. Ratio of glass to epoxy is optimized for machining material and maintains flexural strength and rigidity needed for high temperature environments up to 315°C. Suited for low- to medium-volume production environments, including prototyping, it has flexural strength in excess of 30,000 psi.

Hautau Specialty Machines    College Corner, OH 45003
Dec 11, 2006 RC 60-based machine uses chipless rotary cutoff process, where cam rollers act as chamfer tools to produce finished edge on both ends of tubing. It processes mill-length, 40 ft tubes with wall thickness up to 0.125 in. into drive shafts from 18-60 in. long. Optimal utilization of mill length tube is achieved by cutting secondary lengths from any remnant over 18 in., which can then be processed in future run. Overhead bridge allows for 100% length inspection after cutoff.

Metabo Corp.    West Chester, PA 19380 4243
Dec 11, 2006 Measuring 19.5 in. long and weighing 7.7 lb, Model ASE 18 delivers 0-2,700 strokes/min with stroke length of 1 in. It features Quick blade changing system for tool-free blade changes and ergonomically designed handle to minimize operator fatigue. Equipped with charger, 2 battery packs, and assortment of saw blades, saw is suited for carpentry, roofing, and HVAC. Additional features include tool-less adjustable depth stop and 2-finger power switch.

FCI    Etters, PA 17319
Dec 11, 2006 Providing current-carrying capacity of up to 20 A per contact and voltage rating of 150 V, AirMax VS® power connectors feature flat contacts and enable use of high conductivity base metal. Available as right-angle header and vertical receptacle, compact 2x2 and 2x3 connectors match 11.5 mm above-board height of VS 3-pair signal connectors. Open passages allow air flow over contact's surfaces to assist heat dissipation.

SKF Linear Motion & Precision Technologies    Lansdale, PA 19446
Dec 11, 2006 Available in 24 Vdc, 120 Vac, and 230 Vac versions, SKF® SCU Smart Control Units can synchronize speeds of up to 6 different actuators and store frequently used positions for quick selection using only one command. They feature standardized plug system, 3 or 6 channels for actuators, and adjustable operating parameters. Single fault safety interrupts or prevents movement of all actuators upon detection of electrical failures of internal and connected hardware.

Linear Technology Corp.    Milpitas, CA 95035
Dec 11, 2006 Integrating precision gain-setting resistors on-chip, Model LT6402 and LT6411 differential amplifiers can be used as high-speed ADC drivers, twisted-pair line drivers, and single-ended to differential signal converters. Model LT6402 has -3 dB bandwidth of 300 MHz, and is available in 6, 12, and 20 dB fixed gain options. With -3 dB bandwidth of 650 MHz and slew rate of 3,300 V/µs, Model LT6411 dual-selectable gain amplifier has supply range of ±2.25V to ±6.3V.

American Portwell Technology    Fremont, CA 94538
Dec 11, 2006 ROBO-8713BVG2 single board computer supports Intel Core 2 Duo processor that speeds of up to 1,066 MHz, Pentium® D, Pentium® 4, or Celeron D in LGA 775 socket that is equipped with dual-core, hyper-threading, EM64T, EIST, XD and VT technologies. PICMG 1.0 PCI/ISA single host board includes dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, SATA connector, and IDE channel, one FDD channel, 8 USB 2.0 ports, dual serial port and one parallel port, GPIO, and watchdog timer.

KORENIX Technologies    Taipei 231  Taiwan
Dec 11, 2006 JetCon 2401 transmits RS232/422/485 serial protocols over fiber media for data collection, industrial, and security applications. Fiber transmission extends serial signals up to 40 km in single mode or up to 5 km in multi-mode. Fiber optic network link is immune to EMI, RFI, cross-talk, ground loops, and other electrical problems. Product supports P2P full duplex and serial fiber ring half duplex transmission configurations and operates in temperatures from -20 to 70°C.

IRC    Corpus Christi, TX 78411
Dec 11, 2006 Featuring bimetallic construction with welded copper terminals, OARS-XP Series current sense surface mount resistors have wide metal alloy resistive element. Open air design allows air flow under resistive element to prevent excess heat transmission to PC board. Operating between -40 and +125°C, unit offers resistances values from 2-50 mW, tolerances of ±1% and ±5%, and inductance values of less than 10 nH. Lead-free and zero ohm jumper versions are also available.

J. W. Winco, Inc.    New Berlin, WI 53151
Dec 11, 2006 With swivel or fixed brackets made of heavy-duty, zinc plated stamped steel, Metric Steel Casters are suitable for loads up to 1,500 lbs. For additional protection, brackets feature seal for swivel head. Swivel type has double ball bearings in swivel head and heavy duty central king pin, as well as fork and top plate. With highly compressed cast nylon in natural white, wheels are abrasion, impact, and shock resistant and have diameters of 80 or 100 mm.

Optek Technology, Inc.    Carrollton, TX 75006-6905
Dec 11, 2006 OPF670 Series LED transmitter family consists of OPF670 in TO-46 package, OPF672 in standard profile metal housing, and OPF673 in low profile metal housing, all designed to launch optical power into 50/125 µm or 62.5/125 µm diameter multimode fibers. Model OPF670 comes with plastic lens cap for active alignment into connector receptacle, and Models OPF672 and OPF673 are equipped with ST connector.

NavSync Ltd.    Aurora, IL 60505
Dec 11, 2006 CW45A navigational module and CW46 timing module GPS sensors are fully integrated modules that include CW25 GPS receiver, dc/dc converter, RS232, RS422 and USB interface options, and active GPS antenna, all housed in a weatherproof IP56 rated enclosure. CW25 GPS receiver has been designed specifically for acquiring and tracking satellites in weak signal areas such as under dense foliage, severe urban canyons, and inside buildings.