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MODBUS RTU Master also acts as distributed I/O system.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 07:42:27 -0500

Functioning as MODBUS RTU (RS-485) Master, microNCS® can send up to hundreds of process signals between field or factory floor and control system. One or both MODBUS RTU ports can be configured to poll as many as 32 or 64 other MODBUS RTU slaves, respectively. Product operates as real-time signal gateway by concentrating data from 4 or 8 fully isolated analog inputs and 4 discrete inputs and transmitting data back to one or more host DCS, PLC, or PC-based control system.

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Cable carries Fieldbus Foundation certification.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 07:23:50 -0500

Featuring round and smooth jacket that facilitates secure installation in cable glands, DataCELL FOUNDATION fieldbus cable is FF-844 certified by Fieldbus Foundation(TM). All versions are ITC (instrument tray cable)/PLTC (power-limited tray cable) rated for exposed-run applications and pass crush/impact tests for metal-clad cable under UL 1569. Single-pair or multi-paired bus cables, offered with as many as 12 pairs in one cable, are available with multiple shield options.

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CompactPCI Module supports mass storage drives.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 07:35:16 -0500

Communicating with host computer via 3U CompactPCI backplane, TP MS1/x11 SATA300 Controller Board accommodates two 2.5 in. Serial ATA300 mass storage drives plus CompactFlash(TM) site. It can support 33 and 66 MHz signaling speeds and has built-in option for 32- or 64-bit backplanes. Serial ATA interface supports transfer rates up to 300 Mbps per drive. Expansion to three or four SATA300 drives is achieved by addition of optional TP MS1/100 Expansion board.

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USB Host Controller is for PCI Express(TM) bus interfaces.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 07:56:54 -0500

Model µPD720171 enables high-speed wireless data transmission between PCs that have MiniCard or Half-MiniCard expansion cards and PC peripheral devices such as wireless hubs, printers, external storage equipment, and digital cameras. It also provides laptop computer connectivity through ExpressCard(TM) slot. Certified by USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF), controller conforms to Wireless USB 1.0 and Wireless Host Controller Interface (WHCI) specifications.

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Controller immunizes CNCs to network crashes.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 07:42:31 -0500

Without requiring additional software, LANCNC-FAD controller allows drag-and-drop, bi-directional file transfers between Fadal CNCs and PCs on network. It uses 1 GB SD card to store programs at CNC, allowing access to program information even if network crashes. Once loaded on controller, file can be transferred into CNC memory or drip fed directly from file server. Along with search and mid-tape start functions, features include X-Modem protocol and wireless server capabilities.

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CNC targets multi-spindle automatic lathes.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:07:43 -0500

Intended for OEMs, specialty machine builders, and retrofitters, 8th generation CNC and motion control platform for multi-spindle automatic machine tools blends industrial hardened technology with PC-based control. Unit adds single point threading, and provides data collection, machine network connectivity, and remote diagnostic service support.

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Controllers, Boards, and Chassis suit industrial control.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:07:43 -0500

With up to 2 GHz Pentium® M CPUs, 4 USB ports, and 2 COM ports, PXI CXDC Controller Boards offer vibration resistance, withstand shocks up to 30 g, and operate at temperatures up to 131°F. PXIC Series Chassis includes two 3U 8-slot benchtop chassis and portable 3U 14-slot chassis with 15 in. touchscreen LCD. PXI Expansion Boards include 7 multifunction A/D boards with 2-64 channels, 2 multifunction D/A boards with 4 or 8 channels, and 4 DIO boards with 32 or 48 channels.

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IP Controller is for mobile machine-to-machine solutions.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 07:44:53 -0500

Supporting WLAN and all cellular standards, iChip CO2144 enables embedded developers to connect embedded devices to any kind of IP network. It includes 10/100BaseT Ethernet MAC and supports 10 simultaneous TCP/UDP sockets, 2 listening TCP sockets, SMTP, MIME, POP3, FTP/Secure FTP, Telnet, and HTTP/HTTPS clients, and SerialNet(TM) mode for serial-to-IP bridging. RoHS-compliant chip operates at industrial temperature range of -40 to 85°C and includes WLAN and Internet encryption algorithms.

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USB 2.0 Flash Media Readers promote throughput, flexibility.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 07:43:36 -0500

Suited for consumer electronics and computing applications, USB2240 and USB2250 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 controllers offer read and write support for 24 Flash media formats and help reduce bottlenecks with throughput speeds to 35 Mb/s. Series USB2240 uses multiplexed Flash media interfaces in 36-pin QFN package, while USB2250 comes in 128-pin VTQFP and supports simultaneous access to different Flash media formats. Both fully integrated, single-chip solutions support -40 to 85°C operation.

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Process Controller is designed for DC electric fastening.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 07:35:53 -0500

Compatible with Stanley® QPM DC electric tools from 0.6-2,000 nm, QA Alpha can link multiple parameter sets in sequence for tightening different fasteners in workstation. It features Embedded Toolbox software, Ethernet for message-based protocols and fieldbus I/O mapping USB Port, and 2 COM ports, one connecting computer and enabling remote configuration, and one for adding barcode reader, printer, or other serial device. I/O controller options include 24 V, fieldbus, and Modbus TCP.

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Hot Swap Controllers have multiple voltage output.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 07:41:22 -0500

Compliant to ATCA and MicroTCA, Models TPS2359 and TPS2358 single-chip, dual-slot hot swap controllers are suited for applications in wireless base stations, telecom and computing systems. Model TPS2359 has 2 fully integrated 3.3 V channels to provide inrush control, over-current protection, and FET ORing control functionality, and programmable 12 V current limits. Model TPS2358 controller has dedicated output pins and configuration capability using external components.

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PXI Controllers offer 20, 50, or 80 MHz performance.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 07:27:57 -0500

Incorporating normally external SCANFLEX® transceivers into 1 slot/3U unit, SCANFLEX® SFX/PXI1149/C4-FXT Boundary Scan Controllers feature ADYCS(TM) II propagation delay compensation and dynamic HYSCAN(TM) data splitting. TAP interface cards are linked externally, and 4 auto-identified TIC types are available. Differential signal interface ensures secure transmission of TAP signals, even through multiple interconnections and with over 4 m of cable length, maintaining TCK clock frequency up to 80 MHz.

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Bus Terminal controls speed of single-phase AC motor.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 07:38:35 -0500

Suitable for drives with quadratic load characteristics such as fans and pumps, Model KL2791 Bus Terminal I/O system enables direct connection of small, 1 A, single-phase motors rated 120 V, 60 Hz, in order to achieve setting range for flow rate from 10-100%. Set value for motor speed is specified by 16-bit value, and motor is switched on and off with mains synchronous pattern. Compact speed controller comes in standard bus terminal housing with width of 12 mm.

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ARM®-Based SoC enables secure transactions.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 07:36:19 -0500

EMV and PCI PED pre-certified for POS applications, Zatara(TM) ZA9L1 ARM 9(TM) core-based application-specific standard product (ASSP) suits security-critical applications such as payment, identity, healthcare, access control, e-government, and e-administration. It incorporates 32-bit RISC SoC and on-chip dual-role USB OTG controller and is secured against tampering and other attacks. Other features include Magnetic Card Reader, SmartCard and LCD monochrome controllers, and 76 GPIO.

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Display Controller enables flexible information delivery.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 07:44:58 -0500

Without requiring external PC, software-driven Digital Signage Player enables LCDs and plasma displays of any size to display real-time information about productivity, safety messages, and more in customizable, user-configured layouts. Use of open SOA software system enables these ARM9 microprocessor-based smart appliances to receive data pushed to them, or intelligently pull information, from various sources for flexible delivery of critical information.

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Dry Erase Markerboards have seamless writing surface.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 07:36:19 -0500

Suited for communications, production control, and scheduling applications, Syncoat magnetic markerboards are comprised of synthetic resin surface applied to light-gauge steel. Writing surface, resistant to stains and wear, has uniform finish with 100% gloss factor that promotes clarity, erasability, and contrast. Offered in various sizes, board features satin anodized aluminum trim, matching full length accessory tray, and molded safety end caps.

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Junction Bricks connect multiple devices on fieldbus trunk.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 21 May 2008 07:43:16 -0500

Vertical mount JRBS junction bricks for FOUNDATION fieldbus(TM) are available with 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12 ports and feature removable terminals located on both sides of brick. Units provide short circuit protection for all ports, as well as visual status with bright LED indicators located on each spur. DIN-mounted vertically or horizontally, they are also available with optional overmolded, pluggable terminating resistor for use with 3-pole terminal blocks.

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Touch Screen Controller IC cuts power and response time.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 13 May 2008 07:38:55 -0500

Suppied in 3 x 3 mm QFN-16 package, STMPE811 features autonomous functionality to minimize demands on host processor. This frees CPU cycles to ease pressures on performance, power consumption, and response times for embedded designers. Along with internal 12-bit ADC and 128 x 32-bit FIFO data buffers, this 4-wire resistive touch screen controller offers features for accurate position identification as well as window-masking function to support multiple sense windows.

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Duplexer/Controller has microcontroller-based design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 28 Apr 2008 07:40:14 -0500

Plug-in style and SCADA-ready (MODBUS) controller, 010-120-122P Duplexer, will accept float switch inputs or inputs from MPE Conductance Level Probe. UL-Listed product can perform pump-down and pump-up control and is suited for duplex lift station applications. Elements of construction include Modbus serial port for SCADA/Telemetry systems, Test/Reset button for simulating all I/O conditions, and alarm indication.

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Controller IP suits desktop and server applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 07:55:16 -0500

Compliant with PCISIG testing and universally interoperable with PCI Express solutions, GPEX-SRIOV PCI Express Single Root IO Virtualization Controller IP is targeted for end-point, root complex, switch, and bridge implementation for both Gen1 and Gen2 applications. Unit supports 32, 64, and 128 data widths as well as x1, x2, x4, x8, and x16 lanes, and is independent of application logic, PHY designs, implementation tools, and target technology.

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