Transducer Techniques    Temecula, CA 92590
Sep 09, 2002 MLC Series (Mini Load Column) Compression Only Load Cell, constructed from stainless steel, is offered in range from 2,000 to 30,000 lbs. It mounts in shallow, machined flat pocket or smooth, flat surface, either free or fastened via bottom, tapped hole. Model TM0-1, 12 Vdc powered Amplifier/Conditioner Module, provides dedicated conditioning and several units can be powered from common power supply. Balance and span pots are low-tempco metal film for stability.

Dresser Instrument    Stratford, CT 06614-5145
Sep 06, 2002 Model KM10 features polysilicon, thin-film sensor welded to stainless steel process connection. It achieves ingress rating of IP67 for protection against effects of weather, wash downs, and temporary immersion in water. Unit offers pressure ranges through 7500 psi, operating temperature range of -40 to +120°C, and is stable in presence of RFI and EMI. Output signals of 1-5 Vdc and 0.5-4.5 Vdc are available. Process connections include NPT, SAE and metric sizes.

Selco Products Co.    Reno, NV 89521-5908
Sep 06, 2002 High-Precision NTC Series Thermistors measure temperatures from -50 to +110°C with precision of ±0.3°C, and are available in all resistance-temperature curve materials. Resistance values at 25°C are available from 1 to 47 Kohms. They require no adjustment between control circuit and sensor. Standard tolerance ranges are ±1%, ±3%, and ±5%. Dissipation value is 2 mW/°C in still air, with typical thermal time constant of 15 sec. Maximum power rating is 10-15 mW at 25°C.

Heidenhain Corp.    Schaumburg, IL 60173-5337
Sep 06, 2002 Series LIF400 offers travel up to 1 meter and maintains long wave accuracy of ±3 µm. It is suitable for both coarse and fine measurement applications, from 4 microns down to 10 nanometers of resolution. SUPRADUR grating style provides high tolerance to contamination such as oil, dust, and fingerprints, due to precisely measured layers of glass and reflective material. Optical limit switches allow user to place limits anywhere directly on scale.

Monitor Technologies, L.L.C.    Elburn, IL 60119-8048
Sep 04, 2002 Utilizing RF capacitance technology, PAC-30U and PDC-30 are solid state point level devices used to detect absence or presence of bulk solids. Model PAC-30U is AC operated while Model PDC-30 is DC operated. Both have 30 mm housing.

Sensotec, Inc.    Columbus, OH 43228
Sep 03, 2002 Fully welded and hermetically sealed Model RG has 50% overload capacity rating. Unit exhibits only .003 in. FS deflection and suits applications where side loading cannot be completely controlled. It is available for ranges from 2,000 to 50,000 lb and can be configured with integral male and/or female threads. Excitation up to 15 Vdc or Vac is acceptable and standard output is 2 mV/V. Combined linearity and hysteresis is ±0.25% over operating temperature of -65 to +250°F.

Dwyer Instruments, Inc.    Michigan City, IN 46361
Sep 03, 2002 Series UV 12 in. Polysulfone Flowmeter has FPM O-ring and Virgin PTFE float. Dual scale, corrosion resistant unit offers ±2% FS accuracy. Flow ranges include 0.25 to 2.5 gpm (1 to 9.5 lpm), 0.5 to 5.0 gpm (2 to 19 lpm), 1.0 to 10.0 gpm (4 to 38 lpm), 2.0 to 20.00 gpm (8 to 76 lpm), 3.0 to 30.0 gpm (12-112 lpm) and 4.0-40.0 gpm (20-150 lpm). Flow meter is suitable for ultra-pure fluids such as deionized and reverse osmosis water systems.

Rockwell Automation    Milwaukee, WI 53204
Sep 03, 2002 Real-time monitoring Entek XM(TM) Series uses existing DeviceNet(TM) infrastructures for plant floor connectivity. Modular and open distributed machine consists of networked intelligent modules, which continuously monitor and protect equipment. Gathered information allows personnel to identify developing faults and correct them before production or safety is compromised. Each XM module communicates directly with programmable controllers or distributed control systems (DCS).

AMETEK Solidstate Controls    Columbus, OH 43085
Sep 01, 2002 Model FGA^II continuously monitors emissions of CO, O₂, CO₂, NO, NO₂, and SO₂ in any combination. It utilizes TUV and US EPA approved Advanced Dual Sensor Technology (ADST) measurement method. System's integral sample dilution system is capable of measuring high levels of pollutants. Measurement system is fully temperature controlled and offers heated particle filter, 2-stage thermoelectric cooler, and ChillerProbe(TM).

Flowline Inc.    Los Alamitos, CA 90720
Aug 30, 2002 Single-float, 2-wire LV50 series utilizes proportional 4-20 mA signal output. Constructed of 316 stainless steel, transmitter is able to operate at process temperatures up to 300°F. Explosion-proof model (LV51) is rated for use in Class I, Div. 1, Groups B, C, and D, and Class II, Groups E, F, and G environments. Completely submerged and unaffected by fumes or vapors, unit range is from 5 to 72 in. with accuracy of 0.25 in. in water.

Nanmac Corp.    Framingham, MA 01702 2469
Aug 29, 2002 Sensing tip, with thermocouple ANSI Type J, K, E, or T, maintains contact with moving or stationary walls to measure surface temperatures. Applications include bearings, rotating shafts, printed circuit boards, molding machines, and plates. Thermocouples are available in models as small as 3/4 in. in overall length.

Meggitt Sensing Systems (Endevco Corp.)    San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Aug 29, 2002 Model 8515C piezoresistive pressure transducer is available with double paralene coating that protects against temporary water impingement. Coating is applied to diaphragm and interfacing components between case and diaphragm, and makes transducer suitable for blast effect studies and measurement of surface pressure gradients on helicopter or turbine blades. Available in 15 and 50 psi ranges, it has full-scale output of 200 mV with high overload capability.

Universal Flow Monitors, Inc.    Hazel Park, MI 48030
Aug 29, 2002 Fluid-vibration Coolpoint®, for water, water-soluble cutting oil, and water/glycol coolant, features LED digital display of flow rate, with user-configurable alarm and 4-20 mA output. Unit offers flow range of 0.4 to 12 gpm and operating pressure of 200 psig, with accuracy of 5% full scale. Response time is 1 sec to 63% flow. Visual readout features 3 digits at .3 in. high that flash on alarm, which is energized at flow. Sizes include ¼ in. NPT and ½ in. NPT.

TRUMPF Inc.    Farmington, CT 06032
Aug 28, 2002 BendGuard® enables foot operation of machine at high speeds, which allows operation personnel to have both hands free for part handling. It is capable of machining any part geometry, regardless of opto-electronic protection. It utilizes 3 parallel laser beams located below upper tool, ~0.35 in. below punch bottom. Laser beams function as hand and finger guards. Effective laser band width begins 0.79 in. below punch bottom and extends 0.79 in. beyond it.

HPS Div., MKS Instruments Inc.    Boulder, CO 80301
Aug 28, 2002 Series 902 Piezo Transducer measures absolute pressure from 10^-1 to 1,000 Torr. Digital communications are available through RS-485 port including setpoint adjustments and status, analog output selection, pressure reading, measurement units selection, operating time, and transducer temperature. Analog output can be configured to 0-5 Vdc or 0-10 Vdc full scale with either linear or logarithmic signal. Stainless steel construction makes unit suitable for harsh processes.

Honeywell Sensotec Test & Measure    Columbus, OH 43228
Aug 28, 2002 Model WEL weld-thru load cell combined with Model WGM Weldmeter allows control of electrode force at time of firing for spot and projection welds. System works equally well with differential air or hydraulic pressure sensors to provide consistent results.

Gentech International    Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Aug 27, 2002 Series PSB1, with magnetically biased, bi-stable contacts, can be activated by compatible north- or south-pole magnets, providing precise position indication in security and interlock switches, lifts, elevators, stair lifts, and material handling equipment. Sensors are made of glass-filled Nylon 6.6 with right- or left-handed flying leads. They provide 100 Vdc, 0.5 A, 5 W switching. Maximum withstand across contacts is 150 V, and initial contact resistance is 0.25 ohms.

HBM, Inc.    Marlborough, MA 01752 3014
Aug 27, 2002 The Z30 family delivers selection of measuring ranges including 50, 100, 200, and 300 N plus 1, 2, 5, and 10 KN models. With maximum operating force of 150%, rated output is 2 mV/V, and nominal excitation is 5V. Operating temperature range is -10 to +70°C and nominal accuracy is 0.03%. Transducers are suitable for precision force measurements in labs, government and industrial calibration labs, and evaluation of material testing machines.

Selco Products Co.    Reno, NV 89521-5908
Aug 27, 2002 Point Matched NTC Thermistors can be set at specific temperature point with choice of tolerance ranges. Temperature match points include -20, 0, 25, 37, 70, and 100°C with standard tolerance ranges of ±0.25, ±0.5, ±1, ±2, ±5, and ±10°C. Leads are offered in tinned copper, tinned alloy, nickel, red Teflon 180 alloy, and Ag/Cu twisted Kynar® with outside diameters of 0.008, 0.010, 0.126, 0.159 in., or 0.169 in. in standard 2 and 3 in. lengths.

NOVX Corp.    San Jose, CA 95112
Aug 27, 2002 PC-compatible Process Environment Monitoring System (PEMSâ„¢), with complete line of sensors, monitors multiple locations in real-time. It provides graphic of critical points in process, overall status of area, programmed stations, on/off-line status, system performance, alarming stations, and stations requiring service. PEMS architecture provides capability to control process through 2-way proactive communication between process/production line and monitoring system.