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Graphic Display Module operates from 9-32 Vdc.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:29:44 -0500

Sealed to IP67 specifications both front and rear, CAN-Communicator (C-COM) 2 in. gauge can be used by itself or with existing instrumentation by connecting it to SAE J1939 (CAN) data bus. Able to display data directly from vehicle data bus or text and graphics as specified by customer, it has 106 x 56 pixels backlit LCD, dead-fronted warning indicator, and 3 backlit switches. Switch-to-ground output can be used to control external annunciator, relay, or other device.

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Thread Verification Module checks threads successively.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:29:35 -0500

Designed for use in inspection of internal/external threads in production parts, TVM-SC Thread Verification Module checks thread size, depth, and quality by powering gage probe into and back out of thread. Models are available with torque from 10-250 in.-oz, for inspecting threads from M3 to M50. Suited for applications where there can be variety of part types and thread sizes, unit meets both high and low volume demand, and offers GO gaging, NO GO gaging, and combination gaging.

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Shear Cell is designed for texture analysis.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 07:41:42 -0500

Designed for TAPlus texture analyzer, Kramer Type Shear Cell can measure bulk shear and extrusion forces of meat, fruit, and cereals where samples have irregular shapes and sizes or forces are too high. It has 5 parallel steel blades, which are driven down through guide slots into rectangular container with corresponding slots in base. Operating from ambient temperature up to 100°C with maximum capacity of 225 lbf and minimum load cell of 22.5 lbf, unit is fitted with spill container.

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Digital Force Tester is lightweight and portable.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 07:37:58 -0500

Enabling users to perform simple or multi-variable testing without any computer or complex software, CHATILLON® TCD225 Series consists of console, rugged frame with closed-loop motion control system, and intelligent load sensing system with measuring accuracies better than 0.1% full scale. It collects data at 1,000 samples/sec, and sample rate can be configured from 1-1,000 Hz. Data can be used to plot graphical results or downloaded automatically to any USB flash drive.

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Coating Thickness Gage validates measurement conformance.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 07:29:44 -0500

PosiTector® 6000 offers SSPC PA2 feature set in memory models that helps determine if film thickness over extended area conforms to user-specified Min and Max levels. Through PA2 Setup menu, user can specify Min and Max thickness, number of readings in one spot, number of spots in batch, and allowable deviance. Stored results can be viewed on display, modified, or deleted, and formatted printout can be sent to optional IR printer. Results can also be downloaded to PC via USB cable.

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System measures, adjusts, and verifies load string alignment.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 07:32:21 -0500

Providing real-time concentricity and angularity adjustment under load, AlignPRO(TM) effectively measures unwanted specimen bending due to load string misalignment. System consists of alignment fixture, strain-gauged specimen, software, and electronics, and supports 8- and 12-gauge alignment cells. Software monitors output from strain gauges mounted on either flat or round alignment cells, and output is used to calculate bending due to angular and concentric alignment errors.

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DP Indicator is offered with transmitter option.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 07:36:09 -0500

Model 240 offers loop powered 8-28 Vdc 2-wire transmitter using CSA, UL, and ATEX rated sensor. Diaphragm operated unit provides total separation of high and low pressure by means of convoluted elastomer diaphragm. Pressure containing elements are available in aluminum or 316 SS, and safe working pressure is 1,500 psig. Differential pressure ranges from 0-20 in. H20 to 0-100 psid are available. Gauge fronts have 4½ in. dials with shatter resistant lens.

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DP Indicator is offered with 4-20 mA tranmitter option.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 07:35:59 -0500

With weatherproof construction that includes 4½ in. dial and shatter resistant lens, Model 220 is available with loop powered 8-28 Vdc 2-wire 4-20 mA transmitter option. Piston operated unit has pressure containing elements of aluminum or 316 SS with 316 SS and ceramic terminals. Safe working pressure is 4,000 psig, with differential ranges available from 0-5 to 0-100 psid. Transmitter accuracy is ±2% from 20-100% FS, indicator accuracy is ±2% independent of transmitter.

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Digital Gauges promote pressure monitoring accuracy.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 29 May 2008 07:40:25 -0500

Ashcroft® digital pressure gauges incorporate backlit LCD, selectable engineering units, and min/max recall to eliminate need for several different instruments. Commercial Type D1005PS is 2 ½ in. gauge with ±0.5% FS accuracy, while industrial Types 2074, 2174, and 2274 are 3 and 4 ½ in. gauges rated at ±0.25% FS and available with 4-20 mA output as well as on-board SPDT switches. Type 2089 test gauge (3 in.) features ±0.05% FS accuracy and 5 full-digit display.

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Surface Finish Gage indexes and measures multiple parts.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 28 May 2008 07:43:51 -0500

In addition to lazy susan-type staging table with customized tooling that accommodates up to 8 measuring stations, gage incorporates Perthometer M1 or M2 surface measuring instrument and supports DIN/ISO/ASME/SEP profile parameters. Self-contained, bench-type gage occupies 18 x 12 in. footprint and is equipped with calibration standard that has 3 separate roughness standards. Operation requires operator to rotate table, index measurement head to calibration standard, and press Start.

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Synchro/Resolver Angle Measurer delivers 0.0015° accuracy.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 19 May 2008 07:38:40 -0500

Equipped with fully-independent dual inputs, touch screen controls, and 0.0001º resolution, 8810AH can perform synchro/resolver evaluation, calibration, and test functions on components, assemblies, and systems. It automatically accepts and displays input voltages from 1.0-90 VL-L and Reference voltages from 2-115 Vrms over 47 Hz to 20 kHz range. Along with LXI compatibility and auto-phase correction, self-calibrating unit features various connectivity options and display modes.

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Tool Presetting Device utilizes polygonal clamping technology.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 06 May 2008 07:40:26 -0500

TRISet optical tool presetting and measuring device allows user to measure, check, and adjust tools before using them. Tools can be clamped, measured, and adjusted outside CNC machine, resulting in no downtime. Menu operation is via knob/push button, and length, diameter, cutting edge angle, and radius are detected with ImageController1 image processing. Setting devices are available in 2 measuring ranges: Z=400, D=400 mm; and Z=600, D=400 mm.

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Taper Gauging System utilizes multipoint gauge fingers.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 24 Apr 2008 07:36:31 -0500

Simplifying taper gauging on press brakes, system features 6-axis gauge finger design that provides multiple gauge points/stops and integral 2-point corners to automate 3-point gauging for taper bends. Simulation software enables offline part programming while 3D graphics and automatic processing intelligence compensate for varied operator experience levels. Smart controls calculate and apply adjustments for various parameters.

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Pressure Gauge is compliant with 3-A sanitary standards.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 07:39:59 -0500

Series SG3A Sanitary Pressure Gage is available with 2, 2½, 3½ , or 4 in. dials with accuracy of 1.5% and 2% depending on range. Dials are available for vacuum, compound, and positive pressure applications and ¾, 1½, or 2 in. sanitary connection fittings create process connection and can be mounted on either back or bottom of dial. Gauge can also include food-grade Glycerin in dial to reduce inaccuracies caused by vibration to dial indicator.

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Gauge accommodates large crankshafts.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 07:41:10 -0500

Featuring spindle with ¾ in. steel bearings and 18.1 in. swing dia, ADCOLE Model 1200-4 80-Inch Crankshaft Gage handles crankshafts up to 80 in. long and weighing up to 3,000 lb. Device is capable of measuring pin journal roundness, cylindricity, straightness, parallelism, and diameter, along with taper, radial run-out, and concentricity. Windows®-compatible gauge features 19 in. color monitor with touch-screen interface, sealed keypad, and structural steel base.

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Profiling Laser Sensor measures up to 4 items simultaneously.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 07:53:19 -0500

Model ZG 2D laser sensor performs height and width inspection to capture shapes by measuring X and Z axis in single pass. Real-time profile display is offered on controller's built-in LCD monitor and system includes 4 sensing heads that capture profiles from 3-70 mm wide using visible laser. With 18 built-in measuring tools, it can be configured to gauge height; 2- or 3-point step; edge position, width, angle, and area; and perform comparative calculations between measurements.

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Differential Pressure Gage has weather- and corrosion-resistant front.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 07:45:47 -0500

Series PTGA is suited for measuring pressure drop across filters and strainers, as well as pump performance testing and heat exchanger pressure drop monitoring. Unit offers piston sensing element that provides differential pressure ranges from 0-150 through 0-400 psid with ASME Grade B accuracy. Constructed from aluminum or 316 SS and available with two ¼ in. FNPT end connections, Series PTGA provides over-range protection to 5,000 psig.

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Differential Pressure Gage utilizes piston-sensing element.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 07:45:47 -0500

Combining aluminum or 316 stainless steel construction with weather- and corrosion-resistant gauge front and shatter-resistant lens, Series PTGB is suited for measuring pressure drop across filters, strainers, and heat exchangers as well as pump performance testing. Piston-sensing element provides differential pressure from 0-10 to 0-110 PSID with ASME Grade B accuracy. Gage is available with two ¼ in. female NPT back or end connections.

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Differential Pressure Gage offers ±5% full scale accuracy.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 07:45:47 -0500

Utilizing piston-sensing element, Series PTGC provides differential pressure ranges from 0-10 to 0-110 psid. Unit possesses weather- and corrosion-resistant front and shatter-resistant lens. Constructed from aluminum with 316 SS internal materials, gage features two ¼ in. FNPT end connections and provides over-range protection to 5,000 psig. Gage is suited for measuring pressure drop across filters and strainers, as well as pump performance testing and heat exchanger pressure drop monitoring.

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Pressure Transmitters feature 2.65 in. dia enclosure.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 07:38:53 -0500

Ashcroft® GC51, available in ranges up to 0-7,500 psig, and GC52, offering D/P ranges up to 400 in. of water, are contained in NEMA 4X/IP65 enclosure. Both gauge and differential pressure transmitters feature SS wetted parts accommodating wet or dry media. Built-in LED display and 4-20 mA output provide local indication and remote signaling. Devices measure fluid levels in tanks, water towers, and across membranes in water purification systems.

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