Comark Corp.    Medfield, MA 02052
May 21, 2010 With inputs of current and voltage, RF515 can be connected to control loop and programmed to measure range of parameters: pressure, gas, flow, level, dissolved oxygen, CO2, and more. LCD screen displays local temperature at point of measurement, while LEDs allow checks of active/alarm indication in situ. Along with selectable scales, transmitter features BioCote®-protected surfaces that inhibit growth of bacteria, mold, and fungi.

Rotronic Instrument Corp.    Hauppauge, NY 11788
May 21, 2010 Based on HygroClip2 probe fitted with AirChip3000 technology, HygroFlex5 Series provides compensation of humidity and temperature at 30,000 reference points, recording of 2,000 data points, and calculation of current dew point. If sensor accuracy declines significantly, AirChip3000 recognizes problem and will issue alarm. Available in duct-mounted and wall-mounted versions, transmitters enable any psychometric calculation to be output as analog signal.

E Instruments International LLC    Langhorne, PA 19047
May 21, 2010 Featuring 11 in. fully flexible probe for hard-to-reach places, hand-held Model 7899 is equipped with highly sensitive tip to pin-point small leaks of any combustible gases and hydrocarbons from piping and/or appliances. Quick response leak detector features auto zero-drift adjustment, audio alarm, HOLD function, and large visual LCD and bar graph display. Readings are provided in ppm, %vol, and %LEL.

Micro-Epsilon UK Ltd    Cheshire   United Kingdom
May 20, 2010 Model KSH5 includes both capacitive and eddy current sensors that measure continuously in one axis on same measuring spot to provide precise thickness measurement. Used for single-sided thickness measurement of plastics, compact unit features 5 mm range and also feature integrated temperature measurement. Combination connector allows all output signals to be transmitted in single connection cable, and using KSS6380 controller with Ethernet interface, product can be configured via Web browser.

Novotechnik U.S., Inc.    Southborough, MA 01772
May 20, 2010 Featuring 18 mm diameter housing that is sealed to IP67, TX2 Series offers linearity to 0.05% with resolution better than 0.01 mm. Pivot heads provide large angle of free movement up to ±12.5°. Available from stock with 8 stroke lengths from 25-300 mm, sensors operate for more than 50 million movements and withstand adverse environmental conditions such as humidity and dust.

Analog Devices, Inc.    Norwood, MA 02062-9106
May 19, 2010 Tri-axis ADIS16223 iSensor® accelerometer combines iMEMS® technology with signal processing, data capture, and SPI that supports various configuration options. Available in ±70 G dynamic range, unit has 22 kHz sensor resonance and 72.9 kS/sec sample rate that provide flat frequency response from DC to 10 kHz. Sensor features data capture function with 3 different trigger modes. It also provides digital temperature sensor, power supply measurements, and peak output capture.

Analog Devices, Inc.    Norwood, MA 02062-9106
May 19, 2010 Respectively delivering flat wideband frequency response from 100 Hz to 15 kHz and 200 Hz to 15 kHz, ADMP404 and ADMP405 iMEMS® microphones promote voice quality without background noise in portable electronics. Microphone functions include Hi-Fi A/V playback, hands free communication, and voice recognition. Also offering TIA-920 compliance for VoIP applications, products have 62 dB A-weighted SNR and 80 dBV PSRR with integrated high-pass filtering.

austriamicrosystems AG    Premstatten   Austria
May 19, 2010 Designed for accurate angular measurement over full 360°, system-on-chip model AS5165 features SENT J2716 interface for simple transmission of high-resolution sensor information. It provides protection for power supply and output pins against overvoltage up to 27 V. Power supply pins are also protected against reverse polarity to -18 V. AEC-Q100 grade 0 qualified, device features analog front-end and digital signal processing, and operates from 5 V supply over -40 to +150°C.

Forston Labs    Fort Collins, CO 80524
May 18, 2010 Designed for use with LabNavigator® instrument for continuous monitoring, time-based experiments, or routine monitoring applications, CO₂ gas sensor offers 0-10,000 and 0-100,000 ppm measurement ranges. It features resolution of 3-30 ppm, and operates at temperature of 25°C and humidity range of 5-95% (non-condensing). Response time is 95% of full scale reading in 120 sec. Sensor is suited for monitoring CO₂ levels in ambient air, respiration of organisms, or reactions in chamber.

Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co      Germany
May 18, 2010 Able to measure modulation error ratio (MER) up to 38 dB, R&S DVMS1 simultaneously monitors MPEG transport stream and transmitted RF signal. Signal from transmitter's monitoring output is fed directly to device and main RF characteristics such as level, frequency, and MER can also be measured. Other functions include PCR jitter analysis and display of thumbnails and EPG. Unit offers 2 signal inputs and allows user configuration of all monitoring functions.

GAO Instruments Inc.,    Toronto   Canada
May 18, 2010 Designed to work continuously for 10 hours when fully charged, Model A0310006 tests for breaks, shorts, and defective insulation as well as telephone state and line voltage. Unit can detect wire breaks at distances up to 9 km within 1 m tolerance, and offers 3 optional cable sizes for local communications lines, including 0.32, 0.4, and 0.5 mm. Additional functions include loop resistance measurement, dielectric resistance measurement, and line alignment.

Critical Environment Technologies    Delta, BC V4G1M3  Canada
May 18, 2010 With ability to sense dust, particulates, cigarette smoke, pollen, and fibers, YESDUST runs on internal rechargeable NiMh batteries providing approximately 5 hr of run time, or supplied wall adapter, providing continuous operation. Product is designed to be used with multi-sensor indoor air quality (IAQ) monitors. Measured readings are shown on LCD display and data logged to internal flash card of IAQ monitors.

Balluff, Inc.    Florence, KY 41042-0937
May 17, 2010 Offered in PNP NO output configuration with micro connector, BunkerProx® self-bunkering M18 sensor has nominal range of 4.0 mm. Thickness of housing enhances ability to withstand repeated mechanical impact, while housing itself also serves as intermittent heat sink to shield sensor electroncs. Other protection features include frontal impact deflection ring, ceramic face resistant to melting and burn-through, slag-resistant coating, and weld-field immune electronics.

Stellar Technology, Inc.    Amherst, NY 14228
May 17, 2010 With standard output of 3 mV/V, Model GT100 delivers linearity and hysteresis of 0.25% across pressure ranges from 150-20,000 psig. Unit features cleanable pressure cavity, built-in overpressure protection, and stainless steel diaphragm, which can be replaced in field as needed. Thermal isolation ensures performance over operating temperature of -100 to +300°F. Compensated temperature range is -30 to +170°F, which can be extended to -65 to +250°F.

SICK, Inc.    Minneapolis, MN 55438
May 17, 2010 Suitable for product detection and machine positioning in packaging, Model V180-2 offers complementary light and dark operate outputs. Proximity version provides sensing ranges of 100, 400, or 800 mm, while through-beam version has range of 20 m, and reflex version has polarization filter, offering 4 m range in IP67 environmental conditions. Installed using bright red sender LED, sensor includes indication LEDs and translucent housing that allows 360° visibility.

Dwyer Instruments, Inc.    Michigan City, IN 46361
May 17, 2010 Used to measure pressure drop across filters, strainers, pumps, chillers, and heat exchangers, Series PTGD contains piston-sensing element and offers ranges from 0-5 to 0-150 psid. All models have over pressure rating of up to 3,000 or 6,000 psi, depending on body material, and all ranges are dual-scale (psid and bar) and provide ±2% FS accuracy. Products are available in aluminum or 316 stainless steel with standard in-line ¼ in. FNPT connections.

Balluff, Inc.    Florence, KY 41042-0937
May 14, 2010 Available in 4 types, EdgeMaster sensors are suited for use with high speed automated equipment. BAV MA series offers fixed dual optical axis edge detection, while BGL C series is photo array sensor that gives proportional analog or dual discrete outputs with resolution of .08 mm. Projecting 150 mm line of light over edge against reflective tape, BOL 27 provides analog and discrete output. BGL 21 is suited for contrast mark or label detection in high speed web based applications.

CUI, Inc.    Beaverton, OR 97005
May 14, 2010 Measuring only 1.35 x 1.13 x 0.45 in., AMT203 outputs 12 bits of absolute position information using patented capacitive code generation system and on-board PIC 16F690 MCU that operates at up to 2 MHz. Encoder consumes 10 mA max at 5 Vdc, and is available with 9 mounting patterns and 10 bore size options. Device also provides non-magnetic index pulse and may be configured to output incremental position data after zero position is established to approach throughput of up to 10 MHz.

Columbia Research Labs., Inc.    Woodlyn, PA 19094
May 13, 2010 Designed for differential tilt measuring, Model DI-10-DFD-IR allows matching slope of 2 remotely located surfaces. Readout can be set to indicate absolute tilt of either sensor or differential angle between them. Display provides 4½ digit, 7 segment, 0.4 in. high readout indicating +10.000° full scale. Measuring 3.64 x 2.10 x 1.69 in., sensors supplied with system feature aluminum case, operate from -20 to +75°C, and their shock survival is 50 G RMS.

Phidgets, Inc.    Calgary, AB T2M3R7  Canada
May 13, 2010 Operating from supply voltage of 4.5-5.25 Vdc, model 1131 thin force sensor can measure force between almost any 2 surfaces. It has current consumption of 0 mA at no load and 1.45 mA at max load. Specifications include output impedance of 3.3 kW, max force of 2 kg, and accuracy of ±10%. Product can be programmed using Application Programming Interface supported under Windows (2000, XP, Vista), Windows CE, Mac OS X, and Linux.