Texas Advanced Optoelectronic Solutions    Plano, TX 75074
Sep 18, 2002 Model TSL2550 digital light sensor has 2-wire, SMBus serial interface. It combines 2 photodiodes and companding analog-to-digital converter on single CMOS integrated circuit to provide light measurements over 12-bit dynamic range. Unit features single supply operation of 2.7–5.5 V and 1 mW typical active power. It comes in low-profile, surface-mount package and is intended for applications in which measurement of ambient light is used to control display backlighting.

Honeywell Advanced Composites    Newark, DE 19713
Sep 18, 2002 FARADAYâ„¢ tMEDIC on line transformer management system collects data from transformer and sensors, interprets it using online analysis models, continuously assesses condition of equipment, and can diagnose failure modes. This reduces cost of maintenance and unplanned outages, and improves reliability and availability by detecting problems before they occur. Monitoring options include dissolved combustible gas, temperatures, bushings, and fault event capture.

Thomson Micron, LLC    Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
Sep 17, 2002 Absolute encoders include 20 and 58 mm dia sizes, and generate 8 and 10 bit binary code output signals, respectively. Smaller size incorporates conductive composite housing, which provides EMI shielding and protection for assembly. Larger size, intended for industrial usage, incorporates larger radial bearings and 10mm OD input shaft for increased external load capacities. Both encoders satisfy moderate to high-end accuracy requirements.

SICK, Inc.    Minneapolis, MN 55438
Sep 17, 2002 Capacitive sensors come in 3 designs: CM 18 in M18 cylinder, CM30 in M30 round housing, and CQ 35 in 35 mm plastic cube. All have IP67 enclosure rating and are suitable for harsh ambient conditions. With non-flush mounting, ranges of sensors are 3-12 mm for CM 18 and 4-25 mm for CM 30 and CQ 35. Response sensitivity can be adjusted with infinitely variable potentiometer. All sensors have UL and CSA approvals and are offered with M12 connectors or 2 m connection cables.

Bently Nevada Corp.    Minden, NV 89423
Sep 17, 2002 Model 3500/22M Transient Data Interface (TDI) includes capabilities for capturing reciprocating compressor data and analyzing it in System 1â„¢ software. TDI's alarm capture capabilities provide waveform information before, during, and after events, making diagnosis of transient events possible. System 1 v3.0 includes support for rod position / rod drop measurement technology. Custom rules for automatically diagnosing reciprocating compressors can be written by user.

Solartron Mobrey    Houston, TX 77084
Sep 17, 2002 Self-averaging KB Series is suitable for use in process temperatures up to 752°F and has flanges rated to ANSI 1,500 lb. Based on square sensor design, it has multiple sensing ports, accuracy of 1%, and is available for small pipes from 0.5 to 2 in. diameter. Applications include power generation, gas transmission, water and waste processing, and HVAC.

Intonix Corporation    Roseville, MN 55113
Sep 17, 2002 Acoustic Machinery Monitor (AMM) includes IPCS500 Digital Scope Module, which displays and records active acoustic power values in each of 96, 1/12th octave, frequency bands monitored by unit. Alarm relays are activated whenever continuously monitored sound deviates by adjustable margins from sound that was learned when machine or process was operating properly. PLC-based configurations make time-shared monitoring of multiple microphones.

SICK, Inc.    Minneapolis, MN 55438
Sep 17, 2002 Series MM 12 and MM 18 Magnetic Proximity Sensors conform to NAMUR and may be used in Explosion Protection Zone 1. They detect magnetic objects at distances up to 70 mm. Units can sense objects through partitioning walls and within pipes. Diversity of shapes and sizes makes them suitable for position polling and detection, transport monitoring, pulse counting, speed monitoring and direction detection, feed and ejection control, and no load and backlog monitoring.

Toledo Transducers Inc.    Holland, OH 43528
Sep 17, 2002 Press Attendant integrated automation and monitoring system combines die protection, tonnage monitoring, programmable limit switches, and brake monitoring into resolver-based package. Functions protect press investments by automating and alerting operator of any problems before press or die becomes damaged. Additional features include motion detect, job storage, counters, speed compensation, timed outputs, and reverse tonnage.

Meriam Instrument    Cleveland, OH 44102
Sep 17, 2002 Model RTD1000 measures resistance of RTD sensor types including platinum, copper, nickel, and iron materials with nominal resistances to 1000 ohms. Designed for use with hand-held MFT 4000 Series Multi-Function Tester, it may connect with 2, 3, or 4-wire RTDs via accessory connectors. Menu feature on MFT selects RTD type, nominal resistance, and alpha value. General-purpose connector with alligator clip terminations provides for temporary connections to installed RTDs.

MSA    Pittsburgh, PA 15230 0426
Sep 17, 2002 Detectors allow users to zero out or eliminate background contaminants. Fresh air setup page automatically appears when instrument is turned on, allowing all gas readings to be adjusted to fresh air values by pressing one button. It zeroes all sensors in unit and calibrates oxygen readout to 20.8%. Unable to function if activated in non-fresh air environment, Fresh Air Setup goes into alarm if dangerous levels of gases are present.

CMOS Sensor Inc.    Cupertino, CA 95014
Sep 16, 2002 Models C106, C208, and C212 linear image sensors feature 64 x 1, 192 x 1, and 522 x 1 image sensing elements, respectively. Resolutions range from 200 to 1,200 dpi with data rates from 5 to 25 MHz. Center-to-center spacing ranges from 21.15 to 125 µm. Model C250 uses CCD and CMOS combined with TDI technology. It features 1,760 x 1 image sensing element, 7 µm pixel center-to-center spacing, and up to 5MHz data rate. Resolution is 600 dpi in A8 size documents.

Bently Nevada Corp.    Minden, NV 89423
Sep 16, 2002 Series 3500 platform provides all data-capture functions needed for interfacing machinery protection system to condition monitoring software. Functionality is provided by 3500/22M TDI Rack Interface Module, which allows users to connect system to System 1â„¢ software with one Ethernet cable. M² Monitor modules capture high speed waveform information and supply this to System 1 software via the 3500/22M TDI module. System also includes integrated data acquisition.

MSA    Pittsburgh, PA 15230 0426
Sep 16, 2002 Ultima® IR Combustible Gas Monitor features plug-in IR sensing element, and offers complete calibration with self-contained record of latest calibration date and time. Indicator alerts user when sensor needs to be replaced. Relay outputs with 2 alarm levels become available when internal relay option is selected. Monitor provides local display of gas concentrations (min, max, and avg), output signals, and alarm indications.

PCB Piezotronics Inc.    Depew, NY 14043 2495
Sep 16, 2002 Acoustic products includes prepolarized random incidence, Series 130 array, and precision condenser microphones, available in 1/4 and 1/2 in. sizes. Family also includes ICP® preamplifiers, dual channel amplifiers, calibrators, and Pistonphones. Applications include sound power testing, engine noise, outdoor noise monitoring, acoustic chamber testing, sound pressure mapping, acoustic mode analysis, near-field acoustic holography, and vibro-acoustic testing.

Omron Electronics, LLC    Schaumburg, IL 60173
Sep 16, 2002 Magnetic Sensor measures position and rotation and senses non-ferrous and ferrous metals. By changing excitation frequency, depth of detection is changeable. Sensing distance is 0 to 1 mm and operating temperature is 0 to 60°C. Unit is suitable for micro-magnetism applications, where lower level changes in magnetism are required, such as in GPSs and vending machine coin detection.

MTS Sensors Group    Cary, NC 27513
Sep 16, 2002 Tempsonics® L Series LD4 features short sensing element and overlapping electronics module, which allow complete assembly to be mounted inside actuator cylinder endcap. Complete sensor installed height is 28.5 mm. LD4 sensor is available with voltage, current, start/stop, and pulse-width modulated (PWM) outputs. With 8 mm pressure pipe and 55 mm dia electronics housing, unit can be used in standard size endcaps for cylinders with bore diameters as small as 51 mm.

Omron Electronics, LLC    Schaumburg, IL 60173
Sep 16, 2002 Model E3NT-L utilizes double triangulated optics and 2-part diodes to provide digitally calculated accuracy. It can sense any object, color, texture, or glossiness from any direction. Optional optic link clips onto sensor to provide programmability from computer. User can also program parameters on sensor via unit's 3-button keypad and 4-digit digital display. Model E3NT-L offers background suppression, foreground suppression, and window evaluation.

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, Inc.    Columbia, MD 21046
Sep 12, 2002 Low Temperature Evaporative Light Scattering Detector (ELSD-LT) enables user to see all sample components, even semi-volatile compounds, down to high picogram level. Cell design reduces band broadening while single-mode, low-temperature operation optimizes sensitivity for those analytes easily missed due to high evaporation temperatures. Unit is suited to drug discovery, natural products development, combinatorial chemistry, and food and beverage applications.

Thermal Instrument Co.    Trevose, PA 19053
Sep 10, 2002 Model 62-9 with integral 9500 microprocessor electronics performs mass flow measurement of liquids and gases via its unobstructed flow tube with non-wetted sensors. Providing integral local control and display in explosion proof housing, flowmeter allows for remote mounting of electronics to distances up to 4000 ft. Flow signal linearity and temperature effects are corrected by microprocessor using operating parameter data stored in its 64K EEPROM memory.