Brown & Sharpe Mfg. Co.    North Kingstown, RI 02852
Apr 28, 2004 Available in 2 versions, TESASTAR® Touch Trigger Probes feature adjustable measuring force to prevent inadvertent triggering when long stylus is used. TESASTAR-I® Indexable Touch Trigger Probe is adjustable to 168 positions in 15º increments. TESASTAR probes can be rotated through infinite number of positions for flexibility in measuring complex components. Clockwise rotation increases trigger force by 0.1 N to ~0.3 N, and probe force is pre-set at factory to 0.11 N.

Rockwell Automation    Milwaukee, WI 53204
Apr 28, 2004 ArmorBlock(TM) I/O series combines adapter, power supply, and I/O into industrially sealed package, making it suitable for distributed, on-machine applications. Eight-point version can be configured for any mix of I/O, such as 7 inputs and 1 output, or 2 inputs and 6 outputs. IP67 rated unit is resistant to water and corrosion, and can be front or side mounted directly on machine. Series includes 12 modules for DeviceNet(TM) and other open networks.

TR Electronic, Inc.    Troy, MI 48099
Apr 28, 2004 Utilizing phase shift technology, LE-200 laser absolute linear distance range finder measures absolute laser distance with total linearity over entire measurement range with reproducibility up to 170 m. Calculation rate of measured values permits use in closed-loop control systems. Equipped with SSI, DeviceNet(TM), Profibus-DP, and CANOpen interfaces, product is suited for applications in overhead and gantry crane, elevator, steel, and material handling industries.

Brookfield Engineering Laboratories, Inc.    Middleboro, MA 02346
Apr 28, 2004 Thermosel Disposable Spindles suit asphalt industry, making it possible to satisfy 5HRP and ASTM requirements. Spindles are recommended for testing hot melts, waxes and polymers where cleanup is difficult. Thermosel can be used in lieu of SC4-27 spindle. They are supplied in packages of 100 and require special adapter for connection to viscometer or rheometer.

B & K Precision Corp.    Placentia, CA 92870
Apr 27, 2004 Model 325 True RMS AC/DC Clamp Meter provides non-invasive measurements up to 400 kW, 400 Aac, 600 Vac, and 600 Vdc utilizing pair of standard test leads. It measures up to 4,000 ohms of resistance and 40 ohms of audible continuity. Portable, battery-powered unit includes front-panel 3¾ digit LCD display, max jaw opening of 1.41 in., automatic range selection, over-range and low battery indicators, and automatic power-off after 30 min.

Moritex U.S.A., Inc.    San Jose, CA 95119
Apr 27, 2004 Furnished with portable, 12 V battery pack, rigid and flexible borescopes and endoscopes employ halogen bulb in probe tip that provides illumination for conducting visual inspections in small, dark cavities. Products are available in 5, 6, or 8 mm dia and 170, 230, and 350 mm lengths, providing 70° viewing direction with 90° field of view. Waterproof scopes are constructed of stainless steel with optics that provide clear, focused image with true color rendition.

FeinFocus USA, Inc.    Stamford, CT 06902
Apr 27, 2004 COUGAR-VXP offers basic platform for further equipment and accessory implementation, depending on needs of user. Initial configuration includes microfocus X-ray tube up to 160 kV, True X-ray Intensity Control, 4-axis manipulator, real-time image processing system, and real-time image chain with 4 in. image intensifier and flat-screen monitor. Users can add CNC capability, higher-bit image chain, direct digital detector, and multifocus X-ray tube.

Krohne, Inc.    Peabody, MA 01960-3803
Apr 27, 2004 Series OPTIMASS 7100 single-Z tube flowmeter is suited for precise blending, dosing, and batching applications. It handles flow rates from 0.66 to 16.5 lb/min. while also measuring density, temperature, and concentration. It has secondary pressure containment with option of heating jacket, and includes wetted parts in stainless steel and Hastelloy®. Flowmeter approved for hazardous environment applications.

Metronics, Inc.    Bedford, NH 03110 6818
Apr 27, 2004 Offering programmable gaging routines, Gage Chek features 6 in. LCD display panel with digital read-out or analog formats in dial, vertical, or horizontal bars. Users can view in real-time gage values such as pass/fail data for part dimensions or SPC charts and histograms. Providing up to 8 probe inputs and 2 outside relay outputs, Gage Chek makes helpful audio cues, prompting users of in-process, out-of-tolerance/error situations.

Electro Standards Laboratories    Cranston, RI 02921
Apr 27, 2004 Integrated into strain gage transducer, CellMite 100 Embedded Digital Signal Conditioner Unit generates ±10 V analog output along with serial digital output. Unit compensates for transducer nonlinearities with integrated, 6-point calibration capability. Multi-drop RS232 serial port, unit addressing capabilities, and command set allow for connection of multiple units in serial network configuration. Unit features multi-point and mV/V calibration and remote sense excitation.

Athena Controls, Inc.    Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 1129
Apr 23, 2004 Tudor(TM) sensors include Tu-Pak® Thermocouple Sensors and Vacuum Furnace Thermocouple line. Duratherm IV® thermocouples offer vacuum tight seals and threaded process connections, while Series 9000 Noble Metal Thermocouple assemblies measure temperatures to 3,200°F. Series R102 Temperature Transmitter/RTD measures resistance changes as function of temperature. Resistance Temperature Detectors include Series R500 connector type, Series R100 head type, and Series R600 wire type.

C & D Technologies    Mansfield, MA 02048-1151
Apr 23, 2004 Housed in 32-pin ceramic TDIP package, 18-bit ADS-953 optimizes signal return paths and provides internal, local decoupling to obtain -95 dB peak harmonics and 76 µVrms noise-level performance. Signal-to-Noise Ratio is 93 dB, and unit offers no missing codes over operating temperature range. Gate array provides all timing and control logic needed to operate from single edge-triggered start convert pulse, while providing output data with no pipeline delays.

Sloan Valve Co.    Franklin Park, IL 60131
Apr 23, 2004 G2 Optima Plus® Flushometer Retrofit Kit incorporates Isolated Operator, which provides consistent performance regardless of water quality, and flex tube diaphragm flushing mechanism that helps conserve water. Battery-powered kit eliminates detection errors caused by lighting conditions and reflective surfaces. Features include electronic module that meets NEMA 6 sealing requirements, cover with replaceable lens, and rear drain/weep hole.

Visible Inventory Inc.    Salem, NH 03079
Apr 23, 2004 Continuously measuring inventory by weight, iShelfâ„¢ and iPalletâ„¢ sensors communicate information via wireless controllers to Visible Inventory's SuppliLinkâ„¢ software. When item reaches its reorder point, notification is sent automatically to supplier for instantaneous inventory replenishment. With item weight ranges from 1.6 oz. to several pounds, iShelf sensors come in 24 x 18 and 24 in. sizes, while 48 x 48 in. iPallet floor sensors are available with capacities to 5,000 lb.

Brimrose Corp. Of America    Baltimore, MD 21236
Apr 23, 2004 Based on pulsed laser sources combined with photo-EMF sensors, Series NMM 2000 features immunity to speckle pattern, ~Hz to GHz frequency range of vibration, and working distance over 1 m. Instantaneous velocity and displacement of vibrating structures are determined from Doppler frequency shift measurement of back-scattered light without involving optical interferometers. Units are suited for aerospace, automotive, and process control industries.

Brimrose Corp. Of America    Baltimore, MD 21236
Apr 23, 2004 Non-contact, solid-state AOTF-NIR Thin Film Analyzers measure physical and chemical properties on various substrates and coatings. Able to be placed within production lines, instruments perform on-line specification verification and chemical composition analysis/evaluation of adhesives, coatings thickness, and organic lacquers or lubricants. Sensors provide full spectrum scanning and can be interfaced with main plant PLCs or DCS.

Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley    Bloomington, MN 55438
Apr 22, 2004 Allen-Bradley® 1203-EN1 gives Ethernet-based control and data access to SCANportâ„¢-enabled drives. Both new and legacy systems can be controlled, configured, and have data collected over EtherNet/IP. Module sends and receives drive operating and metering data, provides parameter read/write access, and offers additional Ethernet/IP features such as Web-page monitoring and e-mail notification. It can serve as second network to existing control network.

Dwyer Instruments, Inc.    Michigan City, IN 46361
Apr 22, 2004 Designed with 316 L stainless steel tube and socket for chemical compatibility, Series 760 Liquid Filled Pressure Gage is suited for applications where vibration, pulsation, mechanical shock, and pressure spikes are common. Units feature glycerin fill and micrometer adjustable pointer.

TTI, Inc.    Williston, VT 05495
Apr 22, 2004 Portaflow-X hand-held flowmeter uses transit time difference principle to measure flow rates through 0.50–235 in. dia pipes from outside. Non-invasive setup enables multiple flow measurements of different running systems. Used as a backup flowmeter or standalone flowmeter system, compact, 3.3 lb unit features backlit display, built-in data logger, and RS-232C serial communication. Optional thermal printer mounts to top of converter.

Pinpoint Laser Systems    Peabody, MA 01960
Apr 22, 2004 Microgage Flatness Checking Kit monitors flat moving surfaces, precision machine slides, X-Y stage travel, and robot positioning accuracy. Laser transmitter is mounted on precision base that can swing laser reference beam through flat plane. Digital receiver is placed on surface to be measured, and hand-held display provides reading of height of surface relative to laser beam to 0.0001 in. It can be used over ranges of 1-85 ft and has precision machinist's level.