Optek Technology, Inc.    Carrollton, TX 75006-6905
Mar 31, 2006 Housed in miniature, surface mount package measuring 0.10 x 0.08 in., Series OP570 NPN Phototransistors provide collector-emitter breakdown voltages of 30 V, collector current of 20 mA, and power dissipation of 130 mW. On-state collector current is 2.5 mA min and collector-emitter dark current is 100 nA max. Operating from -25 to +85°C, RoHS-compliant units are suited for non-contact position sensing, infrared data acquisition, machine automation, and optical encoders.

Emerson Process Management, Rosemount Div.    Chanhassen, MN 55317
Mar 31, 2006 Rosemount® Analytical X-STREAM(TM) process gas analyzers provide single- and dual-channel analysis utilizing IR, UV, and visible photometry, paramagnetic and electrochemical oxygen, and thermal conductivity sensor technologies. Analyzers offer solvent- and corrosion-resistant measuring cells and barometric pressure compensation. General purpose version is rackmountable, and NEMA 4X version can be purged/pressurized for installation in hazardous areas. Explosionproof model also available.

Woodhead Industries Inc.    Deerfield, IL 60015
Mar 31, 2006 Family of 60 mm wide IP67 BradControl(TM) discrete I/O modules for PROFIBUS® come in 8-port 16-channel format with 4 I/O configurations supporting both PNP and NPN input devices. Modules are equipped with diagnostic LEDs to provide status information on network, power, inputs, and outputs, while Ultra-Lock(TM) system provides push-to-lock mechanism for secure connections between I/O module and I/O devices. Machine mountable modules are suited for automated assembly equipment.

Varian, Inc.    Palo Alto, CA 94304
Mar 31, 2006 Portable Model VS PR02 and cart-mounted Models VS MR15 and VS MD30 test integrity of systems, chambers, containers, and parts. With push of button, units precisely locate and measure leaks in objects, such as power plant condensers, food packaging, automobile air bags, and medical devices. Detectors are designed to meet maintenance needs of industrial processing, parts manufacturing, high energy physics, and general research applications.

Agilent Technologies, Inc.    Santa Clara, CA 95051
Mar 31, 2006 P-Series offers Complementary Cumulative Distribution Function (CCDF) statistical analysis in tabular format and sensor backward-compatibility with Agilent 8480, E441xA, and E9300 series. Along with configurable measurements for rise time, fall time, and pulse period, series provides automatic pulse period, PRI, and PRF measurements. Respectively, N1911A and N1912A are single- and dual-channel power meters, while N1921A and N1922A are 18 and 40 GHz wideband power sensors.

National Instruments Corp.    Austin, TX 78759-3504
Mar 31, 2006 Enabling engineers to integrate more than 30 Compact FieldPoint I/O modules into systems, 4-slot Model cFP-1804 and 8-slot Model cFP-1808 natively communicate with variety of protocols running on RS232 serial or Ethernet, including Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP, Modbus ASCII, Optomux, and NI's event-driven protocol. Operating from -40 to 70°C, Compact FieldPoint platform provides Class I, Div 2 industrial ratings and contains built-in diagnostics for network failures.

Onicon, Inc.    Clearwater, FL 33765
Mar 30, 2006 Suitable for HVAC, municipal water, and process applications, F-3000 Series electromagnetic flow meters are available in sizes from 1-42 in. They are factory-configured for installation and start-up. Applications include monitoring of cooling, heating, condenser, and domestic water. Flow meters combined with networked System-10 BTU meters enable hydronic heating and cooling applications.

Extech Instruments Corp.    Nashua, NH 03063
Mar 30, 2006 Provided with internal memory for storing area dimensions (cm²) for next power on cycle, AN200 and AN100 feature 9999-count, backlit LCD that simultaneously displays air flow or air velocity and air temperature. Model AN200 has built-in non-contact IR thermometer, which uses laser pointer to identify target area and measures remote surface temperatures up to 500°F with 8:1 distance to spot ratio. Both models feature 0.01 m/sec resolution.

Extech Instruments Corp.    Nashua, NH 03063
Mar 30, 2006 Designed with non-contact ac voltage detection, Series 300 is suited for electrical troubleshooting. Auto ranging Model EX330 provides 4,000 count display and includes measurements for temperature, capacitance, frequency, and duty cycle. All models measure dc/ac voltage with 0.5% basic accuracy along with dc/ac current and resistance. Auto-ranging Model EX320 and manual-ranging Model EX310 each have 2,000 count display. All include low battery indicator, auto power off, and data hold.

Cincinnati Test Systems Inc.    Village Of Cleves, OH 45002
Mar 30, 2006 Supplied in re-usable custom carrying case that protects against damage and ingress of dirt, Digital Vacuum Gauge features KF16 fitting that connects directly to system vacuum fittings to take readings from 1 Pa to atmosphere. Portable troubleshooting device verifies system vacuum pressures, and integral display indicates values in 1 of 3 selectable engineering units.

Pepperl + Fuchs, Inc.    Twinsburg, OH 44087 2245
Mar 30, 2006 Linear measurement sensors of F90 Series combine microcontroller design and inductive technology for non-contact position feedback in short-range applications. Product is offered in 2 versions and 80, 104, and 120 mm linear sensing ranges. Basic version (NBB3-F90-104-IU-V1) provides 0-10 Vdc or 4-20 mA outputs, while enhanced version (NCB3-F90-104-IE8-V15) offers 4-20 mA output and 2 teachable PNP switch point outputs for end-of-range signaling.

Misco Products    Cleveland, OH 44122
Mar 30, 2006 Relying on optical engine in Palm Abbe Refractometer platform, Digital Salometer measures percent saturation and freeze point of sodium chloride salt-brine solutions. User interface consists of one button to take readings and another to go through menu options. Dual in-line LCD display delivers readings that are temperature compensated for fluids between 32-122°F. Calibration is automatic and does not require special solutions or tools.

ACCES I/O Products, Inc.    San Diego, CA 92121 1506
Mar 29, 2006 Model WM-IIRO-8 intelligent 8-bit parallel digital I/O unit features 8 Form C SPDT electromechanical relays and 8 optically isolated digital inputs with change-of-state interrupt generation. Unit communicates with wireless serial modem via 900 MHz connection at distances up to 7 miles line-of-sight, 20 miles with optional antenna. The 8 isolated inputs are driven by dc sources of 3-28 V or ac sources at frequencies of 40 Hz to 10 kHz, and are not polarity sensitive.

Universal Flow Monitors, Inc.    Hazel Park, MI 48030
Mar 28, 2006 MX Series vane-style, variable-area flowmeters feature corrosion-resistant PVC or polysulfone plastic meter housings with 316 SS, titanium, tantalum, Monel, or Hastelloy C wetted internal parts and end fittings. Seals are Buna N, EPR, Viton, or Kalrez. Providing local indication of flow rates up to 160 gpm for fluids with viscosity up to 650 cp, preconfigured units have optional 4-20 mA transmitter for remote readout, recording, or data logging.

BEI Sensors (BEI Industrial Encoders)    Goleta, CA 93117
Mar 28, 2006 NEMA 4/13-rated HS35 uses 2 sets of internal electronics to send identical isolated output signals to 2 separate connectors. If one output becomes electrically damaged, cable can be moved from one connector to other to minimize downtime. Dual output feature can also supply 2 separate controllers from single encoder. Along with mechanically parallel and electrically isolated connectors, product features cast metal housing, dual preloaded bearings, and rotating shaft seals.

Larson Davis, Inc., A PCB Group Co.    Provo, UT 84601
Mar 28, 2006 Available in Type 1 or Type 2 versions, Soundtrack LxT(TM) provides sound measurement for compliance and worker noise exposure monitoring, and offers way to manage route or task-based workplace noise surveys. With operator route prompts and digital voice annotation, surveys can be done by operators at all skill levels. Optional integrated real-time 1/1 and 1/3 octave filter performs frequency band analysis instantly with no step-through required.

Cognex Corp.    Natick, MA 01760 2059
Mar 28, 2006 Checker(TM) 101E directly accepts encoder signals, eliminating need for PLC when tracking and rejecting parts on variable-speed production lines. If inspection is not required, Checker can be used to detect and track parts or webs for process control. Shift register is automatic, enabling unit to accurately track up to 4,000 parts between inspection and rejection point. During operation, unit acquires and processes over 500 images/sec.

Megger    Dallas, TX 75237-1017
Mar 28, 2006 Base model, MIT510, comes with 5 pre-programmed test voltages from 250-5,000 V and measures to 15 TW on digital scale. Adding to previous model's capabilities, MIT520 offers ability to step up voltage in 10 V increments from 50-1,000 V and 25 V increments beyond 1,000 V. It also includes pass/fail alarm, various tests, 32k data storage, and RS232 or USB downloading capabilities. Also available, MIT1020 adds 10,000 V range and ability to measure to 35 TW on digital scale.

Actel Corp.    Mountain View, CA 94043 4655
Mar 28, 2006 Intended for evaluation and design of FPGA-based SoC applications, CoreMP7 Development Kit includes CoreMP7, an ARM7-enabled M7 ProASIC3 device, and FPGA development tools. Interfacing seamlessly, CoreConsole IDP and Libero IDE enable designers to assemble, simulate, synthesize, layout, program, and debug CoreMP7-based system. To further ease ARM7 software program development, CoreConsole IDP outputs memory map and drivers that can be utilized with GNU software tools.

Absolute Process Instruments Inc.    Libertyville, IL 60048
Mar 27, 2006 Available in ¼ DIN or full DIN sizes, multifunction Series A230 measures current, voltage, power factor, frequency, neutral current, active and reactive energy, as well as active, reactive, and apparent power in single and 3-phase systems. Two programmable isolated digital outputs are provided for pulse or alarm output, while triple LED display shows any 3 measurements simultaneously. Inputs, outputs, and power supply are electrically isolated.