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Portable Dissolved Oxygen Meter is microprocessor-based.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 16 May 2008 07:35:15 -0500

Model DOH-20D features digital LCD screen that can show dissolved oxygen (DO) in either mg/liter or percent of saturation and temperature simultaneously. Featuring memory storage and recall with data hold function, unit can store up to 16 sets of temperature and DO values. Device has low-battery and consumption indicators, and comes complete with sensor, 2 membrane caps, 20 mL of electrolyte, pipette, rubber protective cover, 9 V battery, and operator's manual.

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PCI Analog Output Card provides variety of digital I/O.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 16 May 2008 07:35:13 -0500

Designed for signal simulation and control applications that require 16-bit accuracy through voltage output, PCI-6202 AO card provides hardware-timed waveform generation supporting updating rate for 4 AO channels at 1 MS/s per channel. It also features multiple programmable I/O options including digital I/O (TTL), general-purpose timer/counters, motor encoder inputs, and PWM outputs for simple motion control. Unit includes WDM drivers for C/C++, VB, Delphi, and .NET languages.

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Industrial DAQ System offers dual Ethernet.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 16 May 2008 07:35:07 -0500

Modular, fully-isolated isoLynx® SLX200-30 industrial DAQ system offers 2 independent, 10Base-T Ethernet ports, each implementing Modbus TCP protocol. Simultaneous communication with both ports is supported, and each port supports up to 4 socket connections at TCP port 502. Able to interface with over 650 SCM5B analog I/O modules, system can be integrated onto existing Modbus networks. It supports 2 analog scan modes and has operation and storage temperature of -40 to +85°C.

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Multiparameter Analyzers offer digital communications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 16 May 2008 07:35:07 -0500

Rosemount Analytical® Model 1056-HT and 1056-DP are 4-wire, dual-input analyzers that feature, respectively, complete HART® and Profibus® DP digital communications. HART-enabled analyzer allows remote calibration, continuous monitoring of 4 live process variables, and configuration from AMS® Suite or DeltaV(TM) host applications, legacy DCS, or SCADA systems. Diagnostics allows plants to estimate life of in-process sensors and perform required maintenance on timely basis.

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Magnetic Encoder measures rotational speed and angles.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 16 May 2008 07:35:06 -0500

EcoSpin Magnetic Encoder is modular, non-contact sensor system that delivers reliable performance in dirty, contaminated, and high vibration operating environments. With depth of 10 mm, IP67-rated encoder contains no moving parts and includes spacer strip mounted between magnetic ring and sensor, simplifying installation and adjustment. Device can measure rotational speed of spindles, shafts, rollers, and webs as well as measure angle of cuts made with high-vibration machinery.

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Analyzer measures steel quality.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 16 May 2008 07:34:52 -0500

Combining optics of scanning electron microscope with elemental analysis capabilities of energy dispersive spectrometer, Metal Quality Analyzer(TM) dynamically scans steel specimens collected from ladle or final product, then counts, sizes, and identifies impurities that can lead to caster clogging, wasted material, and furnace downtime. Results are delivered in minutes, and data from reports can be used to continuously monitor and improve steel making practices.

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Converter features dual simultaneous sampling.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 16 May 2008 07:34:46 -0500

Model AS1545 offers 12-bit resolution on two independent 1 Msps ADCs, each with 6 input channels, combined with low power consumption. Rail to rail analog input range can be selected to be 0 V to VREF (or 2 VREF). Device operates from single 2.7 to 5.25 V supply and can be interfaced via high speed SPI/QSPI/Microwire or DSP. It is available in 5 x 5 mm 32-pin TQFN package.

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DAC Converter consumes 1,180 mW at 4.0 Gsps.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:39:19 -0500

Optimized for direct digital synthesis of high-frequency and wideband signals in first Nyquist zone, MAX19693 12-bit converter can directly synthesize signals in frequency range from dc to nearly 2 GHz. It operates from 3.3 and 1.8 V supplies, and achieves SFDR of greater than 70 dBc for output frequencies less than 800 MHz and 62 dBc at output frequency of 1,500 MHz. At 4.0 Gsps update rate and output frequency of 200 MHz, unit offers wideband-noise spectral density of -164 dBm/Hz.

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Data Collector holds up to 256,000 readings.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:39:17 -0500

TR-57U Data Shuttle features backlit graphical display which allows on-location data analysis. Using thumbwheel navigator, it can be programmed for Data Range Check and G/NG judgment display. Device is able to optically read TandD TR-5S Waterproof Loggers and includes cable for reading TR-7U loggers. It is battery operated with 2 AAA batteries that provide 100 hr of operation. Data can be downloaded to PC for archive with Fast USB cable.

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Thermal Mass Flow Meter suits hazardous areas.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:39:16 -0500

Featuring intelligent design with no-moving parts, remote mount ST50 measures air flow from 1-125 sfps, nitrogen from 1-150 sfps, and compressed air from 4-400 msps. Accuracy is +1% of reading and +0.5% of full scale. Transmitter, which includes full digital display, can be mounted up to 50 ft away from thermal mass flow sensor in process piping and connected via two 0.50 in. FNPT cables. Housed in aluminum, epoxy-coated enclosure with NEMA 4X rating, meter operates from 40 to 100°F.

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Laser Beam Profiling System is compact and self-contained.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:39:14 -0500

Model BA150 Industrial Laser BeamAnalyzer system incorporates USB 2.0 silicon CCD camera with beam analysis software to monitor all key laser beam parameters for 1,064 nm pulsed and CW industrial Nd:YAG, diode, and fiber lasers up to 150 W. Parameters including beam profile, average laser power, energy per pulse, pulse rate, and temporal pulse width. All measurements are made independently of laser power supply and can be output to PC.

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DSP-Optimized FPGA has reconfigurable architecture.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:39:13 -0500

With up to 528 GMACs of multiply-and-accumulate performance and 190+ GFLOPS of single-precision, floating-point DSP performance, Virtex®-5 SX240T helps meet computational demands of broadcast advanced video processing algorithms. This 65 nm device incorporates 1,056, 25 bit x 18 bit DSP48E slices that can be combined to implement scalable signal processing chains using dedicated routing resources. Over 18 Mb of block RAM and 24 high-speed GTP serial transceivers are also included.

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Transmitters target deep water applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:39:13 -0500

Suited for subsea oil and gas applications, SST1500 deepwater differential pressure transmitters operate to depths of 5,000 ft. Units utilize silicon crystal sensor that provides accurate measurement and 60-month stability specification. Ultra deepwater SST3000 Series of pressure and temperature transmitters operate to depths of 16,400 ft with working pressures of 10,000 psi. All feature fully welded, duplex stainless steel construction and dual compartment design with glass-to-metal seal.

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Tester provides analysis of fuel's oxidation stability.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:39:13 -0500

With PetroOXY Tester, fuel producers and terminal facilities can monitor and control fuel's oxidation stability. Unit features hermetically sealed test chamber in which 5 ml sample is combined with oxygen at pressure of 700 kPa and heated to temperature of 140°C. Test conditions initiate fast artificial aging process, which is measured by pressure drop within chamber. Time needed to achieve fixed pressure drop is directly related to oxidation stability of fuel.

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Single-Channel ADCs offer optimized SNR, power consumption.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:39:12 -0500

Respectively, 40 MSPS ADS5560 and 80 MSPS ADS5562 are 16-bit ADCs that provide up to 96.2 and 95.9 dB SNR for input frequencies within first Nyquist zone while consuming as little as 528 and 693 mW of power. Dynamic power scaling for ADS5562 further reduces power consumption to as little as 540 mW at 25 MSPS. Offered in 7 x 7 mm, 48-pin QFN package, both products incorporate low-frequency noise suppression mode and programmable gain from 0-6 dB.

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Motion Capture System provides optical quality data.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:39:07 -0500

IGS-190H (Hybrid) inertial gyroscopic-ultrasonic tracking motion capture system features ExacTrax, which includes scalable configuration of 1 Sonar Processing Unit (SPU) per 4 sonar sensors. It is offered in 20-sensor/5 SPU configuration. Animazoo Jump Injector editing and auto-cleaning tools are also included and system has temperature factoring feature. Sonar emitter fits onto back of suit and basic 20 sensor system can cover 6 x 6 m space.

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USB DAQ Device features BNC inputs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:39:07 -0500

Model USB-1616HS-BNC is 1 MS/sec, 16-bit multifunction USB DAQ device with 16 BNC differential analog inputs. It offers low-latency, highly deterministic control output mode that operates independently of PC, enabling digital, analog, and timer outputs to respond to analog, digital, and counter inputs as fast as 2 µs. Featuring synchronous and concurrent voltage input, waveform output, counter input, quadrature encoder input, and digital I/O, device also offers extensive trigger options.

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Development Kit counterfeit-proofs embedded applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:39:06 -0500

Featuring Crypto Evaluation Studio(TM) tool suite, Aris++ development kit aids in design and evaluation of counterfeit-proofing embedded applications protected by hardware-based encryption and mutual authentication. It is comprised of stand-alone application development board with Atmel 8 Kb CryptoMemory® IC, CryptoCompanion chip for plug-and-play host-side configuration, and AT90USB1287 AVR© flash MCU for application development. Board offers display, connectivity, and power options.

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Digital Inspection Camera features adjustable 2x image zoom.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 14 May 2008 07:48:43 -0500

With 2.5 in. high-resolution color 320 x 240 LCD display and 3x adjustable LED brightness control, Digital Inspection Camera provides clear picture of tough to reach places such as inside pipes, drains and equipment, and behind walls. Up-front camera controls allow for true one-hand operation, and handle is designed for comfort in any orientation. Equipped with detachable, 3 ft water-tight flexible cable, it fits through holes as small as ¾ in.

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Digital Refrigerator/Freezer Thermometers are solar powered.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 14 May 2008 07:48:41 -0500

Activated upon receiving sufficient light, Series DRFT Solar Digital Refrigerator and Freezer Thermometer help monitor appliance temperature fluctuations to preserve and prevent spoilage of contents. NSF-approved products instantly show exact temperatures from -40 to +70°F on integrated LCD, and embedded switch lets user take readings in °F or °C. Measuring 4.5 x 1.1 x 0.6 in., solutions come in ABS case, utilize thermistor sensor, and offer accuracies to ±1C.

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