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Differential Pressure Gauge features surface mount design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 08:30:49 -0500

Designed to measure positive, negative, and differential pressure, S9000 Differential Pressure BoxGauge(TM) mounts to any wall or vertical flat surface. Box shape also allows gauge to sit on any flat horizontal surface. Featuring 3 in. face, gauge provides 5% overall accuracy and is supplied with pressure connections at top and back for 3/16 in. tubing. Applications include monitoring filter status, duct static pressure, dust collectors, fan and blower pressure, or other HVAC equipment.

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Machine Vision System inspects solar cells and wafers.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:56 -0500

Using combination of visible and non-visible illumination sources and single optical path, dual camera PVCI-1500 is configurable for crystalline silicon cell and wafer inspection. It is available in 2 versions: one with high powered back illumination, front illumination and high resolution monochrome camera for incoming cell inspection, and other with multi-angle front illumination and color camera to support cell classification.

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Data Logger enables complete temperature profiling.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:56 -0500

Designed to meet requirements of food processors, rugged, waterproof, programmable 6- or 8-channel Multipaq21 data logger records product or air temperatures and transmits data to computer while traveling through oven. IP67-rated unit features operating temperature of up to 185°F, is fully USB compatible, and also incorportes serial port for data transfer. Linkage with Datapaq Insight Software provides data for HACCP and other documentation needs.

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Analytical Balance can be operated while wearing gloves.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:55 -0500

With 100 g capacity and readability of 0.01 mg, XP105 offers safe and accurate solution for quantifying purity of sugar in laboratory environment. SmartSens feature, which lets users perform weighing operations without touching balance, and LabX balance PC software, configured to guide operators through weighing processes, help reduce risk of errors and increase efficiency. Usability is further enhanced via integrated color touchscreen that presents operator with instructions.

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Weighing Terminal may be used in hazardous areas.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:54 -0500

Designed for process control and manual weighing operations, intrinsically safe IND560x employs analog or Electro Magnetic Force Restoration (EMFR) weighing technologies and provides discrete I/O options. It communicates via serial, Ethernet, and PLC interfaces, and configurable operator interface offers programmable on-screen prompts. Able to be operated in Division 1 and Zone 1/21 areas, terminal lets users control devices directly without barriers or purges.

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Mobile APIS Solution is suited for CBP passenger screening.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:53 -0500

Charter companies, general aviation, and fixed-based operators can use 3M(TM) Mobile Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) Solution to collect, store, validate, and transmit APIS data for CBP passenger screening. Touchscreen-operated 3M(TM) Mobile ID Reader, included, reads and processes OCR data and communicates collected data via cellular and WiFi. Also included, 3M(TM) APIS Client/Server Software can be connected to any back-end system and supports batch and interactive processing.

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HD Video Filter includes on-chip charge pump.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:53 -0500

Featuring 3 SD channels and 3 ED/HD channels, Model ADA4424-6 provides 0.1 dB passband flatness with no peaking, which is required by 1080p high-definition-compliant media players and recorders. Luma channels feature 4 distinct modes for detecting and cancelling dc-input offset voltages up to 1.1 V. Operating from 3.3 V supply, filter includes integrated charge pump, which allows outputs to swing up to 1.4 V below ground. Output driver features rail-to-rail outputs with fixed gain of 6.2 dB.

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Transient Capture Module provides time stamping.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:52 -0500

Equipped with 16 input channels, Model EX1200-7416 can continuously monitor variety of analog and discrete signals up to 100 V. Each channel has 8-bit DAC that can be independently programmed to set trip level. Model EX1200-7416 also detects transients that cannot normally be captured by typical DMM or scanning measurement system. As part of EX1200 LXI Class A instrument series, module records events with IEEE 1588 time codes to provide precise correlation of event/time data.

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Multi-Function Calibrator incorporates full HART® capability.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:51 -0500

Weather-proofed to IP65, hand-held Model DPI 620 combines communication, configuration, and multi-function calibration in single instrument. Unit incorporates color touch interface, application software, and library of registered HART device descriptions to support more than 1,000 sensors. Integral 24 V loop power supply energizes HART devices and loops, while menu-selectable 250 <font face='Symbol'>W</font> loop resistor is used when device is not connected or loop is switched off.

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Load Cell System survives harsh vehicle weighing environments.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:51 -0500

Offered as digital load cell for truck scale applications, POWERCELL(TM) PDX(TM) features self-monitoring capability that proactively helps avoid unplanned downtime and inaccurate weighing. These vehicle scales can be connected together in series, eliminating need for junction box. Cables use submersible quick-disconnect connectors that provide IP68/IP69k seal, and protection against lightning damage is delivered via StrikeShield(TM) system.

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Broadcast Connectivity Platform simplifies digital interface development.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:49 -0500

Broadcast Connectivity Targeted Design Platform with Xilinx® Virtex®-6 FPGAs simplifies development of serial digital interface (SDI) solutions for high-performance broadcast A/V systems. Multiple channels of SD, HD, and 3G-SDI video can be implemented in one Virtex-6 device that includes up to 24 transceivers supporting line rates to 6.5 Gbps. Kit integrates Virtex-6 LX240T device on ML605 evaluation board, FPGA mezzanine card, ISE® Design Suite Logic Edition SDE, and reference designs.

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Metrology Tool provides composition and thickness measurement.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:48 -0500

Consisting of atmospheric in-line x-ray fluorescence metrology tool platform, System SMX-ILH provides composition and thickness measurements for thin film solar PV metal film stacks on flexible roll to roll substrates such as stainless steel, aluminum, and polyimide or rigid substrates such as float glass. Remote SMX-ILH models are designed to measure in one static location or across gradient. Typical measurement applications include Mo thickness and all CIGS combinations.

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Linear Encoder Scale suits wide-format, high-res printers.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:44 -0500

Designed for wide-format 12,000 dpi printers, RGSZ gold tape scale features 19.991 µm pitch and, when combined with interface that applies 9.444 interpolation factor, provides resolution of 2.117 µm that corresponds to 12,000 counts/in. System operates at speed of 1.8 m/sec. It is WEEE- and RoHS-compliant and can include optional polyester coating that resists harsh solvents like acetone and printer ink flushing fluids.

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Coriolis Mass Flow Meter features Ethernet/IP connectivity.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:30:04 -0500

Integrating with Rockwell Automation Integrated Architecture, Promass 83 expands flow of real-time information. Ethernet/IP interface gives users direct access to device data without additional configuration or programming. By using standard, unmodified protocol, data can be shared seamlessly across entire network. In addition to measuring mass flow and density, device can measure viscosity, on-line in real-time, enabling user to adjust control parameters accordingly.

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Electro-Optical Encoders enable high-reliability trackballs.

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

Electro-Optical Encoders feature redundant photo-detector and light path to monitor encoder LED light output. Light-intensity feedback is then used by circuit to ensure maximum performance and life of quadrature output. Encoders allow for high encoder wheel resolution as well as durability.

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Cylindricity Measurement System features automated probe.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:30:01 -0500

Equipped with T7W ±360° motorized bi-directional probe, MMQ 200 Formtester Cylindricity Machine measures cylindricity through rotational table axis and vertical axis integration. It can also perform full range of ISO and/or ASME form checks. With EasyForm 3 software, up to 32 measuring routines can be saved for automatic operation via function keys. Measurement results are displayed on screen, including 3D representation with color or grid lines for interactive graphic preview.

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Differential Pressure Transmitter offers online calibration.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:30:01 -0500

Suited for air flow, room pressure, and air handler applications, Ashcroft® DXLdp is equipped with Ashcroft® SpoolCal(TM) option, which enables transmitter to be validated, zeroed, and calibrated while online, without having to disconnect pressure tubing. Diagnostic indicator lights and test jacks facilitate testing, while DIN rail mounting speeds installation.

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Angular Servo Inclinometers suit all-weather applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:27:12 -0500

Rugged, high-precision angular sensors, LSW Series are offered in resolutions down to 0.2 arc sec and in angular ranges from ±3 to ±90°, with full range outputs of ±5 Vdc. They are designed to withstand mechanical shock to 1,500 g. IP67 sealed units are packed in stainless steel case with field replaceable waterproof connector/cable system. Applications include offshore industry, military, civil engineering, and in geophysical and seismic studies.

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Diffuse Reflectance Probe suits near-IR/UV-visible analysis.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:27:10 -0500

Measuring 75 mm in dia and up to 3 m in length, fiber-optic coupled FDR-1835 diffuse reflectance probe is available for both contact measurement and non-contact measurement with sample offsets of up to 100 mm. It targets applications ranging from measurement of chemical composition of emulsions and polymer slurries to pharmaceutical blending and drying. Robust unit can be mounted on large robotic structure for forced insertion into piles of scrap material.

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Interface Module endows Siemens' ET200S with CANopen support.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:27:06 -0500

Plug-in 1SI CANopen extension module brings CANopen connectivity to Siemens SIMATIC ET200S distributed I/O system, allowing integration of CANopen-enabled devices into Siemens Profibus- and Profinet-based automation architecture. Mechanically fitting into standard ET200 system rack, module can be used in combination with all other Siemens modules of ET200S series. Integration into Step7 helps minimize engineering efforts.

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