AMETEK Power Instruments    West Chicago, IL 60185
Dec 27, 2002 Series AN6100B, offered in any matrix of models in various window sizes, is available up to 5 high by 4 wide with 1–156 alarm point combinations. Overall size of 1 module is DIN 2.83 x 5.67 in. with required depth behind panel of 7.32 in. Unit offers 4 window sizes, laser-printed legends, 2-part removable terminal blocks, fail-safe logic, and DIP switch programmable functions for alarm sequence, repeat relay, and NO/NC input.

Absolute Process Instruments Inc.    Libertyville, IL 60048
Dec 27, 2002 Model A 210 measures current; voltage; active, reactive, and apparent power; power factor; frequency; neutral current; and active and reactive energy in 3-phase systems. Equipped with triple LED display, unit offers 2 digital outputs that can be used for pulse output to energy meters. Optional MODBUS RS485/RS232 communications and datalogging modules can be snapped onto back of instrument. Inputs, outputs, and power supply are electrically isolated.

Keithley Instruments, Inc., Test Instrumentation Group    Cleveland, OH 44139 1891
Dec 27, 2002 Model 4500-MTS features expandable test platform built on open PCI backplane architecture with 9 card slots. When fully populated with Quad I-V Cards, system can simultaneously characterize light-current-voltage performance of 36 laser diodes in multi-head test fixture. Unit can be configured to execute up to 8 separate hardware-synchronized test sequences, each running independently, on 8 different test heads. Rack-mountable, 19 in. chassis is 5U high and accepts 3rd party PCI cards.

Danaher Controls    Gurnee, IL 60031
Dec 27, 2002 Dynapar ACURO encoder series is available with various resolutions, single- or multi-turn configurations, and solid- or hollow-shaft coupling. ACURO Industry has 58 mm housing for industrial and systems engineering applications, while ACURO Drive is suited for use with motors as feedback element. Former provides resolutions up to 17 bits in single-turn configuration, while latter provides up to 22 bits. Each encoder provides resolutions to 12 bits in multi-turn configuration.

Conbraco Industries, Inc.    Matthews, NC 28106 0247
Dec 26, 2002 Sized from 2½â€“10 inches, DCDA units protect against cross-connection of non-hazardous water into safe drinking water systems. Able to monitor water leakage, they have FDA-approved epoxy coated ductile iron body and bronze by-pass, which houses water meter and double check valve assembly. Max working pressure is 175 psig, and operating range is 33–140°F. Corrosion-resistant assemblies are built with removable seats and replaceable discs for in-line maintenance.

Druck, Inc.    New Fairfield, CT 06812
Dec 26, 2002 Model PDCR 3500, 1 in. dia, fluid isolated, analog output device achieves total accuracy of better than ±0.1% FS over -65 to +250°F. Internal digital electronics correct for repeatable errors without affecting analog bandwidth. Due to internal microprocessor electronics, unit can also give digital pressure output in engineering units via RS485, which is also used for re-calibration, serial number retrieval, and diagnostics.

Tracewell Systems, Inc.    Westerville, OH 43081-8846
Dec 26, 2002 System Management Module is a programmable, stand-alone, intelligent monitoring board. It monitors voltages, temperatures, current, and fan speed and reports present status and alarm conditions via RS-232, Ethernet, and I²C communications links. Base unit monitors up to 8 points for over- and under-voltage, up to 4 fans, up to 3 temperature sensors, and DC OK/AC OK inputs. Outputs include 1 multi-purpose LED indicator, up to 2 open-collector outputs, and 1 form C relay output.

Sartorius Corp.    Edgewood, NY 11717 8315
Dec 23, 2002 Model isi20 performs batching of different chemicals by percent when compounds require specific ratio or percentage of several chemicals to create accurate mixture. Platform scale connected to unit deduces proper percentage when user places container filled with primary component and enters proportion into indicator. User then adds second ingredient into tared container until unit reads 100%. Tool includes applications such as counting, check weighing, and preset-tare.

Sartorius Corp.    Edgewood, NY 11717 8315
Dec 23, 2002 Explosion-proof Series FC mixes components in formulations including paints, inks, chemicals, and powders. Recalculation feature helps avoid discarding mixture if ingredient has been added in excess of required amount in formulation. Scale mixes up to 99 ingredients and allows adjustments for each of mixed components. It offers capacities to 300 kg and readabilities to 0.001 g.

AMETEK, Power & Industrial Products    Wilmington, MA 01887
Dec 23, 2002 Spectra(TM) GT30 solid-state sensor receives UV energy from combustion process and transmits 4-20 mA analog signal proportional to flame intensity. It operates continuously at 257°F without cooling. Able to withstand combustion pressures up to 30 Bar, 2-wire, 24 Vdc loop-powered sensor is self-contained. Hermetically sealed, stainless steel sensor includes dual gain amplifier with saturation limiting circuitry.

TDK Systems    Newton, MA 02464-1502
Dec 23, 2002 Bluetooth Intelligent Serial Module allows industrial processing and manufacturing equipment to be wirelessly linked to Process Logic Control systems. Product enables transfer of data and operating commands without need for cables, acting as dumb serial-connected device to host system. Interface uses AT commands which control various operations, and device uses flash memory to implement Bluetooth functions.

AVO International    Dallas, TX 75237
Dec 20, 2002 Model DLRO600 provides users with portable method of performing on-site, low-resistance measurements. Weighing under 15 kg, product offers continuously variable test current from 10–600 A dc and enables users to perform all tests with one instrument. Product has 3 operating modes (continuous, normal, and auto) and measures resistance from 0.1 µohm to 1 ohm with resolution of 0.1 µohm. Data, displayed on backlit LCD, can be stored/downloaded to computer or printer.

Ruska Instrument Corp., A Druck Co.    Houston, TX 77042
Dec 20, 2002 Digital Series 7250 incorporates quartz sensor, RS-232 and IEEE-488 interfaces, and active-matrix, full color screen with 6.4 in. diagonal viewing area. User-selectable control modes include Active and Passive mode. Former continuously controls set-point and corrects for leaks and temperature effects, while latter permits user to define upper and lower limit. Series includes 3 models with pressure ranges from 0–5 to 0–1,000 psi through 0–20 to 0–2,500 psi.

TURCK, Inc.    Plymouth, MN 55441
Dec 20, 2002 Brass barrel sensors operate up to 212°F and are available in 3-wire DC 12, 18, and 30 mm sizes in flush or no-flush versions. Climate-proof types come in 12, 18, and 30 mm for temperatures up to 248°F. Units operating up to 320°F include 18 and 30 mm barrel sensors featuring integrated amplifier. All sensors offer noise immunity for industrial applications.

American Stress Technologies, Inc.    Cheswick, PA 15204
Dec 20, 2002 Off-line audit Camshaft Inspection System monitors residual stress from manufacturing processes and detects grinding damage and heat-treat qualities. Unit requires manual loading and unloading of test piece, while sensor scans ground surface. Test information is sent to ROLLSCAN central unit.

Daytronic Corporation    Dayton, OH 45439 1521
Dec 20, 2002 Model 5D70 single input, dual-output, software-programmable conditioner provides input of pressure, force, torque, weight, and other variables. Self-contained in hard aluminum case, it can be used as in-line signal conditioner or reside in host device. Configurable sensitivity ranges from 0.5–16.0 mV/V, full-scale. Unit includes remotely sensed, user-selectable excitation; chopper-stabilized, low-drift amplification; and low-pass active filtering.

TSI Inc., Flowmeter Div.    Shoreview, MN 55126
Dec 20, 2002 VELOCICALC® Models 8347 and 8347(A) measure humidity in addition to air velocity, temperature, and flowrate. Humidity is displayed as relative humidity, dewpoint, or wet bulb temperature. Model 8347(A) features articulated probe, compared to straight probe of Model 8347.

Validyne Engineering Corp.    Northridge, CA 91324-4438
Dec 19, 2002 Model PS409 is 4 in. deep with 3/8 DIN enclosure, suitable for test panels and test cells where low-pressure readings are required. It provides 5 Vdc analog output for recording, remote display, or control purposes. Panel mount digital indicator, with 0.5 in. high, 4½ digit display provides readout in psi, in. Hg, and in. H₂O. Transducer is offered in absolute, gage, and differential versions with pressure ranges from 0.1–3200 psi FS. Operating range is 0–160°F.

AVO International    Dallas, TX 75237
Dec 19, 2002 Microprocessor-controlled, Model MEG-10-01 is manufactured to requirements of IEEE43:2000 Standard, which suggests use of 10 kV as test voltage for rotating machinery with rated voltage above 12 kV requirements. Test voltage range is 500–5000 V, with measurement range up to 50 Gohm at 500 V, 500 Gohm at 5 kV or 10 kV on digital display, and to 1 Tohm at all voltages on analog scale. IP54-rated unit provides real-time data output and on-board storage for download.

RdF Corporation    Hudson, NH 03051 0490
Dec 19, 2002 Air Sensor, based on platinum resistance temperature technology, provides accurate measurements in controlled chambers, wind tunnels, cargo bays, biological storage, heat exchangers, and exhaust flues. Stainless steel enclosure protects sensor from corrosive environments, while perforated sheath protects sensing element from foreign material. Sensor features less than 0.05°C drift/year at rated service temperature of -130 to 220°C.