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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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Current Sensor IC provides high voltage isolation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:34:06 -0500

Offered in surface mount package, 120 kHz Model ACS710 consists of precision linear Hall sensor integrated circuit with copper conduction path located near surface of silicon die. Applied current flows through copper conduction path, and analog output voltage from Hall sensor IC linearly tracks magnetic field generated by applied current. For low power loss, internal resistance of copper path used for current sensing is typically 1 mW.

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Rogowski Coil Sensors target Class 1 power devices.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:41:16 -0500

Based on Perfect Loop Technology, 5 mm gauge split-core RT Series offers sensing aperture diameters of 55 or 125 mm and achieves absolute accuracy of better than 0.65% after calibration. Magnetic coupling technology allows optimal extension of magnetic flux at loop opening, which compensates for coil asymmetry. Electronic integrator circuit, typically within device to which sensor is connected, converts voltage signal into output signal that is proportional to primary current.

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Automatic Communication Cable Fault Tester is portable.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 08:31:42 -0500

Integrating functions of ATDR, ohmmeter, megohmmeter and automatic bridge, portable and multi-functional automatic communication cable-fault tester, 8B locates faults such as core wire breakage, misconnection, water absorption and poor installation. Backlit LCD screen displays 6 resistance values between A, B paired lines and connection line. Cold and pressure resistant unit has intelligent switch-mode power supply and battery charger with over-voltage and over-current protection.

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Differential Probes suit floating signal measurement.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 08:31:39 -0500

Operating at 25 MHz and 100 MHz, high-voltage models N2790A and N2791A allow earth-grounded oscilloscopes to be used for floating signal measurements of up to 1,400 V of differential voltage and 1,000 V of common-mode voltage. Probes offer user-selectable attenuation settings and come with various probe tip accessories for use with small and large components in tight places. Each probe can accurately measure up to 3.5 nsec of fast transient edges in switching power supplies.

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Transducers provide DC current monitoring.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 08:27:38 -0500

Available for differential and ground fault current monitoring, space flight Series S 767 and military grade Series 913 B provide isolated analog output directly proportional to input magnetically. Featuring ½ in. aperture, Series S 767 operates on 22-36 Vdc power with response time of 50 ms. Series 913 B, designed with ¾ in. aperture, operates from 24-32 Vdc power with response time of 1 ms. Both chassis-mount series feature 0 to +5 V output and accuracy of 1% FS.

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CATV Cable Fault Locator tests underground cables.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 08:27:43 -0500

Utilizing Time Domain Reflection technology along with analysis software, Model A0500007 tests underground cables to discover impedance break points in HFC systems and then locate/reveal cable damages, tie-in dampness, and terminal impedance failure. It can accurately test 25, 50, 75, and 100 W impedance cables at lengths of up to 2 km. Electronic map relevant to time domain picture aids in easy detection of faults and LCD screen displays time domain reflection.

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Visual Fault Finder helps detect fiber cable breaks.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 08:30:02 -0500

Featuring output power of 1.8 mW, 650 Nm visible laser source model A0680001 detects breaks and micro-bends for jacketed fibers, and locates faults at distance of up to 5 km from source. It has FC adapter compatible with SC and ST connectors, works continuously for 25 hr on single charge, and has auto-off timer. Handheld device is suited for testing fiber optic, telecom and CATV networks, and for fiber identification in ribbon or bundled fiber optic pigtails during installation.

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Multipurpose Grounding System protects sensitive electronics.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 08:30:00 -0500

Performing in any type of soil condition, TerraDyne® Electrolytic Grounding System (EGS) provides long-term protection from lightning strikes, electrical transients, static discharges, electro-magnetic interference, and other electrical hazards threatening sensitive electronic equipment. Offered in vertical and horizontal models, UL- and cUL-listed system is corrosion-resistant and produces effective, stable, year-round ground reference.

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Cable Fault Locator works on multiple cable types.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 08:33:48 -0500

Targeted at electric wire and cable manufacturers, Model 600 is designed for testing line breaks and short-circuit faults of twisted-pair cable, data cable, high frequency cable and coaxial cable. Product tests cables of 25, 50, 75 and 100 W accurately with test range from 2 m to 8 km. Features include pulse widths between 270 ns and 5.6 µm, wave range from 50-300 m/µs, and backlit LCD screen for observation.

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Portable Visual Fault Locator has pen-shape design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 08:37:23 -0500

With measurement range of up to 5 km, Model 3C-04 is used for fiber optic identification and fault location on single mode or multimode fiber, and wavelength loss testing. Locator detects breaks and micro-bends even for jacketed fibers, and laser's high power 650 nm can transmit continuous light or adjustable strobe light. Suitable applications include maintenance of fiber optic networks, LAN, FDDI, ATM optical systems, telecommunications, and CATV networks.

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Cable Fault Locator can detect faults up to 15 km.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 08:28:44 -0500

Combining OTDR and Intelligent Bridge Testing functions in one unit, telephone cable fault locator, model 98 allows examination of all kinds of patch cords, ribbon or bunched pigtails and installation and maintenance of fiber optic, telecommunication and CATV networks. Product features LCD screen, backlight display, low voltage warning, automatic power off and energy-saving design. It has dead zone distance of less than 1 m, and detects breaks and micro-bends even for jacketed fibers.

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Mini Shock/Vibration Logger takes 1,000 measurements/sec.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 08:28:43 -0500

Model MSR165 triaxial digital accelerometer mini datalogger allows for simultaneous temperature, humidity, pressure, light, and analog input voltage recording. It can store over 2 million measurement parameters and continuously record for 32 msec before main shock event. At 39 x 23 x 72 mm and 69 g, it operates on 150 mA at 13-bit resolution, and has rechargeable 900 mAh lithium-polymer battery. Memory can be expanded with microSD card and data transferred to PC via USB interface.

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AC Current Detectors come in clamp-on and pass-thru models.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 14:34:44 -0500

Designed to compare AC input to fixed or adjustable current threshold, Series 870 and ACS-3 provide isolated switch or relay output that is activated as required. Housed in metal case and operating from -20 to +71°C, Series 870 features SPDT relay output with 10 A contacts, frequency from 47-63 Hz, and ¾ in. dia aperture. Series ACS-3, operating from -50 to +65°C, is housed in plastic case with solid state switch output, frequency from 6-100 Hz, and response time of 200 msec.

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Cable Fault Locator displays time domain reflection on LCD.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 08:29:48 -0500

Utilizing TDR technology along with analysis software, Model 6130 analyzes status of cable. It is used to test underground cables to discover impedance break points in HFC systems and locate cable damages, tie-in dampness, and terminal impedance failure. Unit is capable of testing 25, 50, 75, and 100W impedance cables at lengths of up to 2 Km and provides electronics map relevant to time domain picture so that fault can be detected easily.

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Dynamic Current Loggers provide 8,000 samples/sec.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 08:30:45 -0500

Designed for current and voltage measurements in automotive hybrid or electrical powertrain systems, KLARI-MOD SC 1000V Series offer 16-bit resolution and 1,000 V safety isolation between measurement circuitry and data output. Modules can be adapted to meet changing measurement requirements via use of different shunts or voltage probes. Data output is available via CANbus or RS232 serial interface.

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Over Current Detectors offer 1 µs response time.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:27:58 -0500

Based on Hall Effect technology, TD and 9001 Current Detectors protect power semiconductors in power electronic circuits by signaling when current in circuit has exceeded nominal trip point. Digital output is factory programmed to go low when trip point is exceeded. Operating over temperature range of -40 to +125°C, units mount directly to PCB and provide isolation between sensed current and output. Both have negligible levels of power dissipation.

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Non-Invasive Current Transducer measures up to 4,000 A.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 28 May 2009 08:33:14 -0500

Able to measure currents to 4,000 ARMS in conductors of up to 268 mm dia, ITL 4000-S allows isolated measurement of AC, DC, and pulsed currents up to three times nominal value for peak measurement at frequencies to 50 kHz (±1 dB). Closed-loop Fluxgate technology ensures measurement accuracy (±0.1% of IPN) over -40 to +70°C operating range. This accuracy also allows measurement of small DC currents in presence of large AC components.

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Visual Fault Locator offers measurement ranges of up to 8 km.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 19 May 2009 08:32:21 -0500

Designed for measurement of single- or multi-mode fiber, GAOLP-221 visual fault locator supports end-to-end fiber identification and mechanical fusion splice optimization. It is suited for testing all types of patch cords and ribbon or bunched pigtails used in installation and maintenance of fiber optic networks, telecoms, and CATV systems. Featuring universal connector, compact, lightweight unit can identify fiber breaks and micro-bending even through jacketed fiber.

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