Vishay Intertechnology, Inc.    Malvern, PA 19355 2143
Sep 30, 2004 Available in sizes down to 0402, Thin Film Series FC offers resistance values from 10–1,000 ohms, depending on case size, with precision tolerances down to 0.1%. Featuring alumina substrate and passivated nichrome resistive layer, units are rated for stability of 500 ppm/°C over 2,000 hr at 70°C and for operating temperature of -55 to +125°C. They are intended for low-noise amplifiers, precision voltage dividers, and attenuation circuitry.

Linear Technology Corp.    Milpitas, CA 95035
Sep 30, 2004 Offering programmable charge current from 0.4-2 A with ±5% accuracy, autonomous Model LTC4060 charges 1-4 cell NiMH and NiCd batteries. Available in 16-lead TSSOP or 5 x 3 mm DFN package with operating voltage from 4.5-10 V, unit uses external PNP transistor to supply current to battery or battery pack. Charger offers 3 options for terminating charge cycle: negative deltaV, max voltage, or max time. Battery drain current is less than 1 µA during sleep mode.

DRI-STEEM Humidifier Co.    Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Sep 30, 2004 Suited for light commercial and residential use, Series VT has removable shroud that allows access to tank, water level control assembly, and electrical connections. Controller-operated drain and flush removes precipitated minerals from tank, while thermal expansion and contraction of heating elements continuously sheds mineral buildup. Controller provides automatic water level control, safety shut-down, operating time monitoring, and rapid heat-up.

Indium Corporation    Clinton, NY 13323
Sep 30, 2004 No-clean, halide-free 3592-35 provides heat stability for high temperatures required in Pb-free wave soldering of mixed-technology and through-hole electronic assemblies. Solvent-based formulation offers wide process window and minimizes solder balling. It can be used with tin/copper, tin/silver/copper, and tin/lead alloys.

Lin Engineering    Santa Clara, CA 95054
Sep 30, 2004 Available in lengths of 0.92, 1.10, 1.38, and 1.54 in., NEMA Size 17 High Accuracy Motor is capable of holding torques from 12–30 oz-in., depending on length. Emitted inertia is between 0.07–0.13 oz-in². Unipolar and bipolar windings are available to allow for torque and speed required to accommodate specific needs. Motor is suited for microstepping control in applications such as automation, medical, and surveillance cameras.

PennEngineering® (Penn Engineering)    Danboro, PA 18916
Sep 30, 2004 Surface Mount ReelFast(TM) hybrid metal/plastic panel fasteners feature steel retainer and separate metal Phillips drive screw, which is captivated in ABS cap. Assemblies are mounted by snapping screw into soldered retainer. Spring action of cap's plastic fingers holds screw in retracted position. When tightened, plastic cap completely covers retainer. Fasteners come in 2 screw lengths and in thread sizes No. 4-40, No. 6-32, M3, and M3.5.

Newport Corp.    Irvine, CA 92606
Sep 30, 2004 With industry standard height of 28 in. and side dimension of 10 in., Stabilizer(TM) I-2000 facilitates OEM integration of vibration isolation tables in space-sensitive applications. Product utilizes laminar flow damping, which employs thousands of tiny orifices, as opposed to single macroscopic orifice. Hybrid chamber design minimizes air volume between piston and damper, while use of trifilar pendulum provides horizontal isolation down to low frequencies.

WinSystems, Inc.    Arlington, TX 76011
Sep 30, 2004 Powered by 733 MHz VIA Eden ESP7000 C3 processor, Model EPX-C3 supports 9 different functions with more I/O expansion options via PC/104 modules. Processor features x86 architecture, L1/L2 cache, and operates from -40 to +85°C without fan. Onboard I/O includes 10/100 Ethernet, 2 USB 2.0 ports, 4 COM ports, 24 parallel I/O lines, and 4x AGP video with CRT, flat panel, and LVDS interface. Board supports 2 floppy disk drives and 2 UltraDMA 33/66/100 IDE drives.

VibrAlign, Inc.    Richmond, VA 23236
Sep 30, 2004 Shaft Hog, suitable for measurement and alignment of coupled rotating machines, delivers live readings from dual-laser detectors. System features laser line to facilitate setup and alignment and graduated labels on laser heads to help operator visualize misalignment condition. Visual cue reinforces digital values displayed on unit. Powered with 3 C cell batteries that provide 24 hr, continuous operation, ergonomic tool can be operated with one hand.

Source Engineering Inc.    Santa Clara, CA 95054
Sep 30, 2004 Available with 4 or 6 leads, NEMA 14 steppers for OEMs allow users to specify motor length, windings, and mountings in addition to type, color, and length of lead wires and connectors. Other options include choice of bearings and custom shafts (single or double, length, flats, pinions, keyways). Typical 4.5 V, 0.9° NEMA 14 stepper, measuring .87 in. deep, has holding torque of 5 oz-in. with 6 leads and 8 oz-in. with 4 leads and is rated at 0.45 A/phase.

Norgren    Littleton, CO 80120
Sep 30, 2004 Suited for variety of mounting positions and locations, Type 140 I/P converter features fail to zero output pressure on signal failure, electronic closed loop, IP66 housing, and vibration immunity. Jack socket is provided for on-site monitoring and local calibration. Certified for use in hazardous areas, product incorporates encapsulated modular electronics and sub micron, field replaceable, pilot air filter. Unit is available in pressure ratings from 3–15 psi.

Intonix Corporation    Roseville, MN 55113
Sep 30, 2004 Smart Filter Monitoring System features smart filter acoustic and vibration modules plus software for multi-point monitoring of rotating and non-rotating equipment and plant processes. Programmable, Windows-based software can learn upper and lower digital signal boundaries, within 96 1/12 octave bands, from as many as 30 modules. System alerts operators when deviations are outside adjustable warning and danger limits.

Rabbit Semiconductor    Davis, CA 95616
Sep 30, 2004 Ethernet Connection Development Kit enables embedded system designers to add Ethernet connectivity to new and existing systems. It includes RCM3720 microprocessor core module with 512 K Flash, 256 K SRAM, and 1 Mb serial Flash; development board with prototyping area; and Dynamic C development system and complete documentation on CD-ROM. Kit also provides serial cable for programming and debugging, Getting Started manual, and AC adapter.

U E Systems, Inc.    Elmsford, NY 10523
Sep 30, 2004 Ultraprobe 201 Grease Caddy can be mounted directly on grease gun or put in holster and worn on belt. Magnetic mount enables placement of probe on bearing housings, and sensing element detects ultrasound while filtering out low-frequency signals. Monitoring changes in ultrasound levels as bearings are lubricated enables users to know when enough lubricant has been added. Product also has mini-spot light that helps users see their lube connections in low-light conditions.

Parker Hannifin Corp., Tube Fittings Div.    Columbus, OH 43228
Sep 30, 2004 With no exposed threads, Robust Port Stud(TM) eliminates potential for damage to backup washer and O-ring which could lead to leaks. It features locknut that covers threads and provides gripping area for tightening locknut. Interchangeable with current SAE adjustable connectors, port stud features 3-step assembly of thread, align, and tighten, and requires no retrofitting of parts.

Fairchild Semiconductor Corp.    South Portland, ME 04106
Sep 30, 2004 With rated bandwidth of 800 MHz, FSAV430 quad SPDT (2-to-1 multiplexer/demultiplexer) video switch operates on less than 15 A and features -75 dB OFF isolation to eliminate monitor ghosting effects. Differential gain and phase maintain stable color saturation and hue consistency over all brightness levels. Offered in DQFN, TSSOP, or QSOP packages, lead-free product is designed for switching HD YPbPr and computer RGB signals in LCD televisions and monitors.

Martel Electronics    Londonderry, NH 03053
Sep 30, 2004 BetaGauge 321 provides 0.025% FS accuracy on 2 internal, isolated, stainless steel pressure sensors, while external connection supports all BetaPort-P pressure modules. Accurate to 0.2°F, Pt100 RTD input is provided for temperature measurements, and product also measures 4-20 mA loop current and up to 30 Vdc. Unit supports up to 3 simultaneous measurements in any combination. It is available in 15 psi/1,500 psi or 30 psi/3,000 psi ranges.

Holland Shielding Syst. BV      Netherlands
Sep 30, 2004 Tower Shield miniature EMI shielding gasket is constructed of highly conductive foam with conductive self-adhesive strip at bottom. Foam can be compressed by more than 50%. With minimum width of 1 mm, and maximum height of 5 mm, gasket is suited for use on PCBs and other products where low compression force is required. Gasket can be produced in rolls of 100 m or be delivered as die-cuts.

Holland Shielding Syst. BV      Netherlands
Sep 30, 2004 EMI shielding sleeve allows cable routing during assembly. Material is conductive Amucor film that offers full protection against radiation. Optional terminating earthing connections improve shielding performance. For moving/bending flat cables, self-adhesive flexible solution, with conductive textile, combines mechanical and screening properties. Sleeve is also available for round cables with diameter up to 45 mm on 100 m rolls.

Epoxies Etc.    Cranston, RI 02921-3407
Sep 30, 2004 One-component, silver-filled, 40-3920 polymer system provides electrically conductive path and bonds to substrates such as kapton, mylar, glass, polyester, and ceramic. With viscosity of 9,000 cps at 25°C and operating temperature of -20 to +140°C, product is suited for EMI/RFI shielding, membrane switches, flexible circuits, and polymer thick film circuits.