Stegmann, Inc.    Dayton, OH 45414
Sep 20, 2002 C120 Series with 2 in. housing is available with any incremental count from 1 to 8,192 ppr. It has electrical bandwidth up to 820 kHz and firmware generated marker pulse of 90 or 180, providing feedback at speeds up to 10,000 rpm while maintaining marker width and synchronization. Encoder combines hybrid OPTO-ASIC and small, unique code disk. Both tracks are read simultaneously by sensor array for high resolution and accuracy.

National Instruments Corp.    Austin, TX 78759-3504
Sep 19, 2002 Models PCI-6013 and PCI-6014 feature 16-bit resolution on 16 single-ended or 8 differential analog inputs at sampling rates up to 200 kS/s. Both offer 8 digital I/O lines and two 24-bit counter/timers, while PCI-6014 also includes two 16-bit analog outputs. Units include NI-DAQ driver software, a programming interface for use with LabVIEW and application development environments, including LabWindows/CVI and general programming languages such as Microsoft Visual Basic and Visual C++.

Solartron Metrology    Gastonia, NC 28054
Sep 19, 2002 Servo Controlled Linear Encoder can resolve to 0.05 micron with accuracy of <1.0 micron over 100 mm. Used with Orbit network system, combination of up to 62 channels of I/O modules, servo drivers, sensors, and encoders from single control card (or 31 channels using RS232 module) is possible. Programmable bench top, digital read-out incorporating servo controller, I/O's, and RS232 output are also available.

Wieland Electric Inc.    Burgaw, NC 28425
Sep 19, 2002 Universal Signal Conditioner is DIN rail mountable and features galvanic isolation for re-transmission and measurement of isolated analog output signals. It provides 3 measurement samples per second for all input types. Unit also provides 60 V of continuous protection for all inputs and protects outputs and power supplies against over-voltages to 400 W/ms. Three-point insulation is provided up to 1500 Vac.

Thermo Ramsey    Minneapolis, MN 55433-8005
Sep 18, 2002 Goring Kerr DSP IP has been certified to meet IP69K requirements of 1450 psi washdown at 176 °F. It has internal power supply that saves space on the production line and reduces costs on hardware and wiring, and is available with Goring Kerr Auditcheck Automatic Performance Verification System.

Acromag, Inc.    Wixom, MI 48393 7037
Sep 18, 2002 BusWorks(TM) 900MB series modules interface analog and discrete I/O signals to Modbus networks. With up to 4 channels per analog module or 12 discrete channels per module, they support various analog input sensors, including DC voltage, DC current, thermocouple, RTD, and frequency/pulse signals. Analog output modules transmit DC voltage or current signals based on data received from network, while discrete modules monitor and control equipment and devices.

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.

PCB Piezotronics Inc.    Depew, NY 14043 2495
Sep 16, 2002 Multichannel Series 481 prepares measurement signals from piezoelectric sensors for input to recording or analysis instrumentation. Versions are available with read and write capabilities for TEDS (Transducer Electronic Data Sheet) IEEE P1451.4 compliant charge mode and ICP® sensors. Options include RS-232 and RS-485 serial interfaces for daisy-chaining multiple units, and incremental gain which allows auto-normalizing each channel to English or metric units.

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.

Sealevel Systems Inc.    Liberty, SC 29657
Sep 16, 2002 SeaLINK-I/O modules connect to any USB port to provide interface to variety of digital signals. Six different modules offer selection of digital I/O, optically isolated inputs, and Form C relay outputs, affording connection to solid state relay racks, switches, and sensors. SeaLINK-I/O modules can be DIN rail mounted. Implementation of OPC software interface allows monitoring and control of SeaLINK-I/O from any OPC-enabled client including HMI, SCADA, and control application software.

Maxwell Technologies, Inc.    San Diego, CA 92123
Sep 11, 2002 Space-qualified Model 8408, quad 8-bit multiplying digital-to-analog converter (DAC), provides TTL/CMOS inputs coupled with compatibility with 8-bit microprocessors. Monolithic converter offers 4 separate DACs, each with its own reference input and on-board data latches. Data loading into 8408 is similar to write cycle utilized in RAM. Read/write function serves as accessible memory location for systems that require self-diagnostics. Endpoint linearity is rated at ±¼ LSB.

Nicolet Biomedical, Inc.    Madison, WI 53711 4495
Sep 09, 2002 Odyssey XE records up to 1 MS/s on each channel and has 160 GB of storage, allowing gap-free recording at 24 MB/s for 2 hr, or for months at lower rates. Separate ADC and DSP for every channel provides phase matching, digital filtering, and intelligent triggering. Pentium III processor runs analysis software or other Windows applications, even while recording at full speed. Ethernet remote control software allows viewing of live waveforms anywhere on network.

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.

Computer Conversions Corp.    East Northport, NY 11731
Sep 04, 2002 DSPH Series 12- to 16-bit 25 VA Reference Powered Converters have internal transformer isolated output even at 60 Hz. Units will accept up to 16 bit natural binary input and convert it to 90 V 3-wire Synchro signal from 60 to 400 Hz with accuracy up to ±2 min of arc. Output is short circuit proof and current limited with transient protection and thermal cutoff. Units are packaged in 5.09 x 7.4 x 2.60 in. bulkhead mounting metal case.

Computer Conversions Corp.    East Northport, NY 11731
Sep 04, 2002 Synchro Converters use MIL M38510 Class B or MIL STD 883B integrated circuits, JAN TX semiconductors, and established reliability resistors and capacitors. Standard resolution of 16 Bit binary or 5 digit BCD and accuracy up to ±20 arc seconds can be supplied.

Delta Computer Systems, Inc.    Vancouver, WA 98682
Sep 03, 2002 Synchronous Serial Interface(SSI) module, for RMC100 motion controllers, accepts inputs from absolute rotary encoders, laser measuring devices, and magnetostrictive displacement transducers (MDTs), including those with resolutions to 2 microns or 0.00008 in. Interface, for precise, coordinated servo positioning applications, has modular flexibility for 2 to 8 motion axes with any combination of SSI transducers. Communications options allow use with any PLC or computer.

Mesa Electronics    Richmond, CA 94806-1950
Aug 30, 2002 Stand-alone Model 7I60, from Anything I/O card series, features two RS-232 ports and two RS-485 ports. One RS-232 port is used for downloading initial configurations to on-card Flash EEPROM for FPGA configuration. I/O bits are offered on four 50-pin connectors, 24 bits per connector. I/O interface daughter cards for 7I60 include 4-axis 3A Hbridge, 2-axis 3 A stepper motor driver, analog servo amp interface, 8-channel RS-422/485 interface, and debug LED card.

Acromag, Inc.    Wixom, MI 48393 7037
Aug 27, 2002 The APC330 and AcPC330 for desktop PCI or industrial CompactPCI computers employ 16-bit A/D converters with memory and scan control for use in data acquisition applications. Both have 16 differential or 32 single-ended input channels that accept ±10V or 0-10 Vdc signals in several user-selectable ranges. Converter scans channels in 8 µS to achieve 125 kHz throughput rates. Mailbox memory allows CPU to read latest data in storage buffer registers without interrupting A/D converter.

Dawning Technologies, Inc.    Fairport, NY 14450 9542
Aug 27, 2002 With open source connectivity, Javaâ„¢-based JavaLin/100 Clinical Interface houses CPU, solid-state memory, instrument specific driver module, and embedded JResultNet Clinical Router software. It uses Linux open-source operating system and includes Java Runtime Engine for application programs. Unit can control interfaces to serial or network based instruments and connects directly to network hubs. Multiple encryption algorithms ensure data security.

Dranetz Technologies, Inc.    Edison, NJ 08818 4019
Aug 27, 2002 Multi-DAQ TASKCard® enables users to perform power quality surveys, root-cause analysis, or full energy audits. It is designed specifically for use with Power Platform 4300 and works with DRAN-View® visualization and analysis software. Three operational approaches include Inrush/Fault Recorder for 30 sec capture and storage of data, Data Logger for long-term analysis, and Power Quality Monitor which automatically evaluates existing rms and waveform conditions to establish optimal setups.