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Wireless Photoelectric Sensor has battery-powered emitter.

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

Intended for industrial door and gate applications, PD180 through-beam photoelectric sensor can be powered for up to 2.5 years on one pair of 3.6 V lithium batteries. Sensing range can be set by user at 15 or 30 m, and receiver can be powered by 12-24 Vac/dc. Unit contains SPST relay output for normal door/gate operation and separate SPST output for low-battery alert. Mechanical alignments are flexible due to lenses that can be adjusted vertically and horizontally.

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Security System targets water and wastewater facilities.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:43:41 -0500

Integrated into Ovation expert control system, Ovation® Security Center streamlines and centralizes execution of cyber-security management functions for water and wastewater facilities. Security events are collected from each network device such as network intrusion detection systems, firewalls, routers, and servers. Centrally located console facilitates event management, patch deployment and audit, malware prevention, event log storage and reporting, and vulnerability assessment and management.

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PEEK-Bodied pH Sensors feature 12 mm form factor.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:43:38 -0500

Foxboro® PH12 Series high-performance, disposable pH sensors feature PEEK material body that optimizes durability. Electrochemical sensors include Nafion ion barrier to protect reference junction and nonmetallic solution ground which enables addition of efficient sensor diagnostics. Temperature performance range is from -15 to +125°C and rugged units are also chemical-resistant. Sensors are available with flat, ruggedized glass pH electrode or domed pH electrode.

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Image Sensor targets mobile handset/notebook markets.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:43:33 -0500

Model OV7675 VGA image sensor is designed for use in mobile phones, notebooks, netbooks, and webcams. Utilizing 2.5 micron OmniPixel3-HS(TM) pixel design, 1/9 in. sensor offers light sensitivity of 1,800 mV/lx-sec. It features capabilities of 640 x 480 camera and operates at up to 30 fps in full resolution, with user control over image quality, formatting, and output data transfer. Unit is available in 6.5 x 6.5 mm, lead-free CSP3 packaging.

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MEMS Acceleration Sensor detects movements down to 0.00025 G.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:43:16 -0500

Utilizing 14-bit measurement dynamic, triaxial BMA180 acceleration sensor can sense accelerations of 0.00025 G and tilt changes in field of gravity of 0.25º. Technical characteristics are programmable, including measuring range from 1-16 G in 7 steps, sensitivity, offset, TCO, and TSO, even during operation. Automatic zero balancing functions offer residual zero-G offset at below 5 mG, while offset temperature drift is 0.25 mG/K. Unit is contained in 3 x 3 x 0.9 mm LGA housing.

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Temperature Sensors have built-in digital communications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:38:41 -0500

PyroBus series of infra-red pyrometers measure temperature of inaccessible or moving objects and materials, from -20°C to 500°C, accurately, with response time of 240 msec. Built-in RS485 Modbus RTU interface provides maximum, minimum, average and instantaneous temperature of material or process being monitored. Units measure 18 mm in dia and 103 mm long and are made of polished stainless steel, sealed to IP65. They come equipped with precision Germanium lenses for accurate optics.

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High Temperature/Pressure Transducers offer amplified output.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:38:39 -0500

Suited for extreme downhole oilfield applications and specifically designed for high cycle and high pressure applications requiring accuracy, stability, and long term performance, 212-40-010 Series pressure and temperature transducers are offered in pressure ranges from 0-5,000 to 0-30,000 psia and operate at temperatures from -40°F to +400°F. They can be provided with alternate pressure port fittings and electrical connections.

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Differential Pressure Transducer tolerates shock and vibration.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:38:39 -0500

Temperature compensated bi-directional full-line differential pressure transducers in 210-60-200 Series operate at temperatures from -65 to +250°F in pressure ranges of 0-15 to 0-250 psid and have thermal zero shift of ± 0.02% of full scale output per °F. Units are suited for variety of fluids and gases typically found in flow, filter and pump head monitoring as well as liquid level measurement in process control equipment.

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Pressure/Temperature Transducer is customizable.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:38:39 -0500

Designed for direct media stream immersion, 311-38-540 pressure and temperature combination series comes in pressure ranges from 0-5,000 to 0-30,000 psia, operates at temperatures from -40°F to +425°F and is available with Vdc output and accurate to 0.02% F.S. Product can be offered with alternate port fittings and electrical connections.

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Digital Ambient Light Sensor works with I2C bus Hs mode.

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

Responding to demand for accelerated internal transmission speeds in mobile phones, BH1780GLI digital brightness sensor IC supports the I²C bus Hs (High-speed) mode for optimized internal signal transfer rate of 3.4 Mbps. Integral ADC offers 0-65,535 lux output range (1 lux increments) for measuring ambient light, and spectral sensitivity characteristics are similar to human eye. Other features include 50/60 Hz optical noise elimination function and ±20% sensitivity variation.

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Optical Sensor IC supports touchless motion detection.

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

Integrating photodiode for detecting visible light with photodiode for IR light detection, Model BH1771GLC enables proximity sensing from 1-10 cm and brightness from 0-65,000 lux. Monolithic optical sensor includes touchless motion detection function, whereby up to 3 IR LEDs are driven and phase difference of reflected light from each LED is detected to determine direction of movement of reflecting object, making it possible to operate display panel without touching it.

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Motion Sensing IC meets automotive safety requirements.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:38:27 -0500

Operating from 3.3 or 5 V supply up to 150°C, dual die AS5245 targets safety-critical automotive applications such as pedals, transmission, and steering wheels. Fail-safe magnetic rotary encoder IC delivers on-chip diagnostics and phase matching capabilities. Digital angle data is provided as serial interface or PWM signal, and incremental quadrature output mode with interpolation algorithm can be enabled and permanently programmed with 10- or 12-bit resolution.

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Low Pressure Transducer works with liquids and gases.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:41:01 -0500

Using capacitance technology, Series 672 is designed to measure pressures from 10-400 in. wc. Single-connection pressure transducer also features 0.25% FS accuracy in either 4-20 mA or 0-5 Vdc outputs. Supplied in stainless steel housing for use in general-purpose applications, unit is specified over -40 to +212°F range and designed for long-term service and stable operation in demanding applications. Response time is 5 ms.

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AC Current Transformers suit confined space applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:40:59 -0500

Composed of flexible sensor and electronic module, MiniFlex(TM) MF 300-6-2-10 and MF 3000-10-2-1 have mV output proportional to current measured for direct readings on DMMs, data loggers, oscilloscopes, and power or harmonic meters. Units are insensitive to DC currents and only AC component of signal is measured. Available in 6 and 10 in. lengths, sensors are insulated for 1,000 V CAT III; 600 V CAT IV. Electronic module provides Off-Low Range-High Range selections with measurements from 0.5-3,000 A.

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Pressure Sensor comes with digital instrumentation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:45:09 -0500

Available in 2-12 in. flange mounting, Series 45 pressure sensors are suited for tank level control and indication to prevent overflow of tanks. Remote digital read out can be installed in flange outlets on storage tanks. Digital instrumentation allows operator to remotely control pumps filling tanks fully without spillage, increasing total storage holding capacity of tank or series of tanks. Product can be battery, loop, or voltage powered.

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Multi-variable DP Transmitter simplifies mass/energy flow measurement.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:45:01 -0500

Able to measure 3 variables as well as provide mass and energy flow output, Rosemount® 3051S Multivariable(TM) transmitter provides full compensation of over 25 different parameters. Engineering Assistant(TM) software facilitates setup, and flow measurement is updated 22 times/sec so users can track production, demand, and total usage for process gas, steam, and natural gas. Rosemount primary element (3051SF), single pipe penetration, compact orifice, and integral orifice versions are available.

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Magnetically Actuated Proximity Switches are UL 508 listed.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:32:06 -0500

Made from Noryl® material, PRX-100 Series of corrosion and moisture resistant proximity switches are designed for applications in industrial washers, equipment automation, medical instruments, and safety interlocks. With no standby power requirements or moving parts, units can be used in security systems, household appliances, and door interlocks.

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Flow Meters measure non-condensing and saturated steam flow.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:32:05 -0500

Featuring HART communication for field programming and system integration, RNS Series (Insertion) and RWS Series (Wafer) vortex steam flow meters are suitable for measuring non-condensing steam and saturated process steam at pressures up to 150 psi. Configurable for mass flow measurements, RNS Series is available for pipe sizes from 6-72 in. and has turndown ratio of 35:1. RWS Wafer meter has 316 SS wetted parts, and is available in 5 sizes for flange mounting in pipes from ½-4 in.

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Digital Transducer measures pressure and temperature.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:32:01 -0500

Offering MPU-based pressure and temperature measurement, Digital True Pressure Series covers pressure ranges from 0-5,000 to 0-30,000 psia and temperatures from -40 to +302°F. All-welded Inconel® construction withstands corrosive environments, and temperature output is programmable in °K/°F/°C. Along with memory-based user access, features include RS-232, RS-485, I²C, or SPI interfaces as well as digital pressure and temperature output with end-user requests or programmed timing.

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Tension Indicators feature compact, general-purpose design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:32:01 -0500

Powered by 24 Vdc, EasyView tension indicators amplify web tension signal from transducers installed in machine's web path. Web tension amplifier displays tension reading on analog or digital meter, while supplying isolated 0-to-10 Vdc tension signal output to PLC, drive, or controller. Zero and calibration settings are stored digitally, allowing stable and drift-free output over time and temperature variations. Full enclosure and open panel mount versions are available.

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