Pressure Profile Systems Inc.    Los Angeles, CA 90045
Dec 31, 2003 Customizable, 3-wire C500 uses capacitive-based conformable pressure sensors to quantify applied forces. It bends and forms to intricately shaped objects. ConTacts technology creates less than 1 mm thin discrete tactile sensing elements that integrate applied tactile pressure over sensor to provide measurement of total normal force. Sensor bandwidth reaches 1 kHz while maintaining 99% repeatability and 0.01 psi resolution.

AEMC Instruments    Foxborough, MA 02035
Dec 30, 2003 Using catalytic sensor that does not consume any chemical substance, Model CA895 measures carbon monoxide present in surrounding atmosphere from 0–1,000 ppm. Portable meter features 2 measurement models, normal and average; MAX and HOLD functions; and 2000-count backlit LCD. It also includes shockproof, protective, dirt-resistant holster. Unit is suited for use in industrial, commercial, or residential environments where combustion gas may accumulate.

Emerson Process Management, Micro Motion Div.    Boulder, CO 80301
Dec 30, 2003 Micro Motion Series 3000 transmitters utilize Micro Motion MVDâ„¢ technology, which provides for front-end, multivariable, digital signal processing and delivers clean, noise-free, stable signals. Open architecture transmitters combine Coriolis transmitter functions and PLC capabilities in one instrument and offer built-in smart diagnostics, 6 configurable outputs, and 4 inputs. Full communication capability is provided via HART® and Modbus protocols.

Uson L.P.    Houston, TX 77041
Dec 30, 2003 PrexSEALS Connectors consist of male or female seals, with pneumatic pushbutton or mechanical release, in sizes from 0.5 to 2.25 in. male and 0.1 to 2 in. female. They ensure leak-tight sealing required for leak test and detection systems in applications ranging from automotive and industrial parts to catheters and other small medical devices. Custom units can include twin connectors, twist and lock, and connection to square or irregular ports.

Renco Encoders, Inc.    Goleta, CA 93117
Dec 30, 2003 Model R22i measures 0.59 in. long, without mounting tabs, and has 0.866 in. diameter. Its 3-phase (U, V, W) commutation pattern is available for 4-, 6-, 8-, and 10-pole brushless motors. Incremental encoder resolution of 250, 256, 500, 512, 1,000, and 1,024 line counts are available in A, B, and Z (reference) channels. Slide mechanism allows user to set clearance gap between encoder base and rotating disc. Centering is automatic.

Cooper Power Systems    Waukesha, WI 53188
Dec 27, 2003 VACpac® switchgear features non-combustible insulating medium, SF₆ gas, and can be used indoors or outdoors. It fits through manholes and vault access openings, and mounts on walls, floors, or ceilings. VACpac suits system applications up to 35 kV. It can switch or sectionalize load, loop underground systems, perform source transfers, and provide tap overcurrent protection. Capacitor switching duty cycle is greater than 7,000 operations.

Banner Engineering Corp.    Minneapolis, MN 55441
Dec 26, 2003 Series Q60 Adjustable-Field Sensors feature mechanically adjustable, sensing cutoff point that allows them to detect small objects with low reflectivity, ignoring background objects behind cutoff point. Cutoff point can be set from 200-1400 mm for Class 1 version and 200-2000 mm for Class 2 version. Voltage formats of 12-250 Vdc and 24-250 Vac are available, in addition to 10-30 Vdc format. Sensors meet IP67 and NEMA 6 environmental ratings.

Gentech International    Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Dec 23, 2003 Stainless steel Model OS 10 provides high, low, and intermediate level detection. It has no moving parts and withstands extremes in temperature, pressure, vibration, and shock. Sealed to IP67, optical sensor can be mounted at any angle and top, bottom, or side fitted. It is available with 100 mA NPN, PNP or NPN open collector DC outputs and 200 mA triac AC output. Unit can be supplied with 3/8 in. gas, ½ in. gas, or ½ in. NPT threads.

Orange Research, Inc.    Milford, CT 06460
Dec 23, 2003 Available in 3 basic models that cover flow rates from 5–100 scfm, air and gas flowmeters are precision machined from solid blocks of aluminum or stainless steel. They have pointer-and-dial face for accurate readings; pointer is magnetically coupled to flow sensor, which is available in 2 types: variable-area orifice and fixed-area orifice. Both sensors are spring-loaded, offer 5% FS accuracy, and mount in any orientation.

Scientific Technologies Inc. - Automation Sensors    Logan, UT 84321
Dec 23, 2003 Area Velocity Flow Meter, Model AVM-320 utilizes ultrasonic sensors for long-term remote monitoring of flow and/or level data with minimal site visits. Three analog sensors can be connected to system to provide more monitoring capabilities specific to application needs. NEMA 6P housing and connectors withstand prolonged submersion conditions. Internal circuitry generates 15 V required for optional sonic level or water quality sensors. Battery life is 1 year.

General Monitors    Lake Forest, CA 92630
Dec 23, 2003 Model TS4000 Intelligent Toxic Gas Detector monitors toxic gases or oxygen deficiency and provides status indication and alarm outputs. Microprocessor-based transmitter features remote mounting up to 2,000 ft, dual redundant MODBUS communications, 8 A relays, 3-digit display, 4–20 mA output, and indication of remaining sensor life. Unit displays gas concentrations to 500 ppm, fault codes, and calibration prompts.

Sensor Electronics Corp.    Minneapolis, MN 55436
Dec 22, 2003 Detector simultaneously monitors any hydrocarbon gas in addition to carbon dioxide or water vapor. Measurement and readout are instantaneous, and detector can drive printers, plotters, or computers to create permanent record. Unit includes self-correcting circuitry and immediately indicates position and type of internal problem. Detector withstands toxic and corrosive atmospheres and has integral heater that eliminates condensation.

Connor-Winfield Corp., The    Aurora, IL 60505
Dec 22, 2003 Measuring 2.05 x 1.25 x .75 in., SM3E timing module provides clock output that meets/exceeds Stratum 3E specifications given in GR-1244-CORE, GR-253-CORE, and ITU-T G.812. Complete system clock module features 8 auto select input references from 8 kHz to 77.76 MHz; phase build-out; and 3 CMOS outputs, 8 kHz to 77.76 MHz. Other offerings include hitless reference switching, master/slave operation with phase adjustment, and manual/autonomous operation.

Stegmann, Inc.    Dayton, OH 45414
Dec 22, 2003 Available with parallel or SSI absolute output, CoreTech CA6 Single-Turn Encoder is repeatable to 0.005° at speeds to 10,000 rpm. Electronic zero set aligns encoder zero position to mechanical zero position. Unit reads information from one circular barcode track, second analog sine/cosine track supplies additional data. Both tracks are synchronized and read simultaneously by sensor array on hard-wired OPTO-ASIC.

Keithley Instruments, Inc., Test Instrumentation Group    Cleveland, OH 44139 1891
Dec 22, 2003 Models 4510-QIVC and 4511-QIVC provide 4 source-measure channels in each of 9 slots of Model 4500-MTS PCI mainframe, allowing up to 36 I-V measurement channels. System can test multiple devices, or multiple channels on single device simultaneously, under different test conditions. Full-scale output ranges are ±30, ±100, and ±500 mA for Model 4510 and ±100 mA, ±300 mA, and ±1.0 A for Model 4511. Both cards include ±10 Vdc full-scale voltage source sub-channels.

Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST)    Moorpark, CA 93021
Dec 19, 2003 Model P255 provides pressure measurements of 0-15 to 0-1,000 psi, and includes ceramic diaphragm that withstands exposure to various compatible liquids and gases. Excited by 5 Vdc, transducer provides linear amplified output of 0.5-4.5 Vdc that is proportional to pressure. Unit includes over-voltage, reverse-polarity, and short circuit protection. Tolerance to shock and vibration makes it suited for marine, HVAC, hydraulic systems, and aggressive fluid measurement.

Ametek National Controls Corp.    West Chicago, IL 60185
Dec 18, 2003 Dustronixâ„¢ Pressure Differential Meter, Model DNC-PS700-010, utilizes silicon piezoresistive transducer that allows user to measure and view differential pressure as analog bar graph and digital display. It features 51-element, tri-color LED meter movement and 3-character, 7-segment digital display. Meter accepts 0–10 in. wc pressure and provides 4–20 mA output loop for remote Delta P monitoring. It is ¼ DIN panel mountable and NEMA 4 compatible.

Spectronics Corp.    Westbury, NY 11590
Dec 18, 2003 Spectroline UV MAX Plus fluorescent leak detector utilizes telescopic extender that reaches up to 28 in. True UV LED bulb, with rated life of 100,000 hr, makes all refrigerant leaks glow brightly, and adjustable service mirror allows users to see around obstructions. Measuring 6¾ in. long and weighing 3 oz, unit is powered by three 1.55 V alkaline coin batteries. Waterproof, anodized aluminum housing is corrosion- and impact-resistant.

Scientific Technologies Inc.    Fremont, CA 94555
Dec 18, 2003 Model TL8012-S provides 5 door and lock monitoring contacts and locking force of 450 lb to prevent guard doors from opening until machine reaches safe state. Product offers rotatable head with 4 actuator entry positions, and lid-mounted status light shows when guard door is unlocked. Stainless steel actuators and guide with NEMA 6 enclosure provide one million actuations minimum, even in applications with water washdown cleaning.

MicroE Systems    Bedford, MA 01730
Dec 18, 2003 EMI shielded Mercury(TM) M1500 digital output kit encoder incorporates all signal conditioning and interpolation electronics within sensor head. Signal conditioning electronics automatically adjust gain and offset. System provides quadrature output at sensor and measures 8.4 mm tall. Available interpolation values include x4, x8, x20, and x40. Equivalent resolution ranges are 5-0.50 µm, linear, and 10,000-655,000 CPR, rotary.