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Brushless DC Motors target transportation applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:57 -0500

Rotron® brushless DC motors come in 47 and 64 frame sizes and accept voltage inputs of 12, 24, 37, 74, 90, and 110 Vdc. Applications include fans, blowers, pumps, and compressors from 0.5-2.25 hp. Series 47 Frame motors are available in lengths of 6.08 and 6.68 in. and achieve continuous torque up to 50 oz-in. and speeds up to 4,425 rpm, while 64 Frame series comes in 7.08, 10.125, 10.36, and 13.34 in. lengths and offers 800 oz-in. continuous torque and speeds up to 3,900 rpm.

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Compact Servomotors suit demanding motion control applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:30:02 -0500

Model 1FT7 high-performance servomotors feature encoders up to 22-bit and vibration-insulated encoder mounting which allows user to exchange encoder in field in less than 5 min. They utilize DRIVE-CLiQ electronic nameplate and digital encoder interface, which simplifies start-up or replacement since drive automatically recognizes motor. Servomotors include forced ventilated and water-cooled types, as well as high dynamic design with very low rotor inertia.

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Soft Start limits heat pump starting current.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:44:53 -0500

Designed for compressors rated up to 32 Arms, RSBS Series Single-phase Plug-and-Play Soft Start limits amperage demand, which peaks when single-phase scroll compressors are starting. Integrated current limit feedback ensures inrush current reduction to less than 40 Arms for compressors rated to 25 Arms and less than 45 Arms for compressors rated to 32 Arms. Complying with EMC Class B requirements, RSBS Series offers optional auxiliary alarm relay output for interfacing alarms to external panel.

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Brush-Commutated DC Motors minimize cogging.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:34:19 -0500

Available in 2.080, 2.552, and 3.025 in. lengths, 30 mm Pittman® Series 8540 achieves continuous torque up to 9.3 oz-in., peak torque up to 78.7 oz-in., speeds to 6,440 rpm at continuous torque, and continuous power up to 43 W, depending on model. DC motors integrate bonded neodymium magnets, 7-slot straight armature, diamond-turned commutator, and copper-graphite brushes. PC board brush card with integral surface mount components incorporates electrical noise suppression.

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UTS Slotless Frameless Motors have low magnetic core losses.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:39:43 -0500

Covering 29-240 mm dia with thin radial length, UTS Series direct drive slotless motors suit direct drive positioning or high speed spindle applications. Frameless feature allows integration of unit into high speed spindles, operate with very low heating. Motors operate from industry standard brushless DC or brushless AC drivers from 12-300 V and can be wound for low speed or high speed applications.

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Brushless High Speed DC Motor delivers 250 W output power.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:43:11 -0500

Available with footprint of Ø25 x 84 mm, brushless EC 25 is designed for high speed applications of up to 70,000 rpm. Equipped with preloaded ball bearings and 2 pole Neodymium permanent magnet, unit is rated for nominal voltage of 36 Vdc and reaches nominal torque of up to 42.2 mNm, nominal speed 61,600 rpm. Motor-specific speed/torque gradient amounts to 44.9 rpm/mNm. Suitable applications include high speed spindle-driven applications in medical technology or machine tools.

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Soft Motor Starters come in 5-40 A sizes.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:43:09 -0500

Available in 45 and 55 mm DIN rail mountable frame sizes, microprocessor-based Stellar(TM) SR22 Series is overcurrent protected and has operating voltage range of 208-460 Vac. Each unit is equipped with 3 potentiometers allowing adjustable start and stop times of up to 30 sec and adjustable start pedestal voltage from 30-100%. Separate 24 Vdc control voltage is required. Starters are suited for applications such as pumps, blowers, and conveyors.

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DC Gearmotor develops 1,350 lb-in. torque at 10 rpm.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:38:30 -0500

Accepting any 12 Vdc source, including battery power, Model MMP-D33-455B-12V GP81-308 requires just 21 A to generate full load torque. Unit features keyed output shaft measuring 19 mm dia x 40 mm long, and mounts via 4 face mount M6 threaded holes, equally spaced on 65 mm dia B.C. Rated IP54 for harsh environments, reversible gearmotor is suited for battery powered electric vehicles, robotics, and automation applications. Motor windings for 24, 36, 48, 60, 90 V are available.

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Linear Stepper Motors are customizable.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:38:07 -0500

Measuring 20 x 30 mm in size, Saia® UAL series of motors deliver constant positioning force up to 30 N over full travel distance of up to 15 mm, at speeds up to 4.16 mm/sec at 200 Hz. Removable bayonet-style flange aids in mounting. Available in unipolar or bipolar models, motors are suited for use in instrumentation, valve control, dispensing, metering pump, auger, and medical automation applications.

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Stepper Gearmotors come in Nema 17 and Nema 23 frame sizes.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:38:05 -0500

Available with 5:1, 10:1 and 18:1 reductions, SP Series hybrid stepper gearmotors produce up to 320 oz-in. continuous torque. High performance, 2 phase 1.8 degree, offset light duty motors are suited for rotary indexing and positioning applications.

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Brushless Servo Motors come in 3 NEMA frame sizes.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 08:35:36 -0500

Suited for medical and industrial equipment as well as instrumentation and automation machinery, Models AB23000, AB34000, and AB48000 come in NEMA sizes 23, 34, and 56, respectively. Units provide continuous stall torque from 3.75-114 lb-in. and peak torque from 11.3-339 lb-in., depending on model. Featuring IP65 construction and heavy-duty 0.5 in. shaft, motors range from 2,800-5,200 rpm. Voltage rating up to 325 Vac for offline drives can be achieved.

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Hollow Shaft Gearmotors are available in 46 different models.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:40:39 -0500

Compact FlexTorq(TM) 562 Series hollow shaft gearmotors are offered in seven 115 V, single-phase 1/20 hp (37.3 W) versions and 39 DC versions with 12, 24, 90, and 130 V inputs and powers of 1/8 and 1/20 hp (93.2 and 37.3 W). They feature continuous output torques ranging from 66-1,100 lb-in. (7.5-124.3 Nm), with corresponding fixed output speeds from 65-1.3 rpm. Offset parallel shaft configuration accommodates use tight spaces.

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Electric Motor targets hybrid and electric vehicles.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 08:32:11 -0500

Supplied with matched inverter/control system, Model HVH250 off-the-shelf electric motor/generator is based on High Voltage Hairpin technology, which optimizes motor performance and cooling effectiveness. Unit's torque and power density maximizes range in all-electric drive mode. HVH motor exceeds Department of Energy targets for electric motor power density.

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Custom Specialty Motors are built to meet user requirements.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 09 Oct 2009 08:23:51 -0500

Intended to serve motion market, Specialty Motors leverage dynamic brushless servo technology and precision mechanical components. Designs can address unique application requirements concerning form and function specific to medical, clean room, ultra-high vacuum, high/low temperature, and radioactive environments. Areas of use include traditional motion solutions in robotics, packaging, life science, and aerospace industries.

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Stepping Motors and Drivers include built-in controller.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 08:41:07 -0500

Offering output torque from 3.2-35 lb-in., CRK Series 5-Phase Stepping Motors come in standard and high-resolution versions with resolutions up to 0.00288°/step and 0.00144°/step, respectively. Built-in RS-485 compatible controller packages allow for up to 16 axes to be controlled from one RS-485 Master controller. Five network communications rates up to 115,000 bps can be selected. Accepting 24 Vdc input, drivers/controllers match 0.79, 1.10, 1.65, and 2.36 in. sq. motor frame sizes.

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Servo Drives and Motors adapt to automation architecture.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 08:42:40 -0500

Available in 3 book-size models, Lexium 32 Compact, Lexium 32 Advanced, and Lexium 32 Modular servo drives facilitate selection and adaptation to machine manufacturers' power and performance requirements. All Lexium 32 servo drives come with Safe Torque Off on board as per IEC/EN 61800-5-2. Units are complemented by medium-inertia Lexium BMH and low-inertia Lexium BSH motors, which cover torque range from 0.5-88 Nm.

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Overhead Door Track Protectors are suited for loading docks.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 08:23:32 -0500

Designed to protect overhead door rails from damage, Trackgard(TM) plant safety product resists forklift, hand truck, and heavy cart impact. Black safety stripe on bright yellow polyurethane paint finish reduces wear while increasing visibility. When properly anchored, structural steel protectors deflect impacts from both front and sides with equal resistance. They come in 24 or 36 in. heights to promote safer, more efficient loading dock environment.

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Frameless Servomotors feature robust construction.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 08:31:07 -0500

Delivered as kits with separate stator and rotor elements, TK Series is directly integrated into mechanical structure of machine. Motors deliver continuous output torques from 100-7,000 Nm with nominal speeds to 1,000 rpm. Naturally ventilated or water cooled, units offer temperature resistance up to 150°C and immunity to lubricants. Since there are no wear-prone transmission elements such as gearboxes or worm gears, backlash and looseness are suppressed and lifetime is maximized.

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DC Gearmotor develops 9.5 lb-in. torque at 675 rpm.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 08:33:36 -0500

Accepting any 24 Vdc source, including battery power, Model MMP-TM55-24V GP57-007 measures 2.24 in. dia x 6.7 in. long with keyed output shaft measuring 12 mm dia x 25 mm long. Mounting is accomplished with 4 face mount M5 threaded holes, equally spaced on 40 mm dia B.C. Requiring 3.6 A at 24 Vdc to generate full load torque, reversible gearmotor is IP54-rated for harsh environments and suited for battery-powered electric vehicles, robotics, and automation applications.

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DC Gearmotor develops 61 lb-in. torque at 100 rpm.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 08:29:58 -0500

Accepting any 12 Vdc source, Model MMP-TM55-12V GP57-046 measures 2.24 in. dia x 7.2 in. long with keyed output shaft measuring 12 mm dia x 25 mm long. Mounting is accomplished with 4 face mount M5 threaded holes, equally spaced on 40 mm dia B.C. Unit requires 7.2 A at 12 Vdc to generate full load torque. Rate at IP54 protection level for operation in harsh environments, gearmotor is suited for battery-powered electric vehicles, robotics, and automation applications.

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