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Explosion-Proof DP Switches meet global standards.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:43:09 -0500

Certified to CSA, UL, and ATEX standards, 220/240 differential indicating switches feature aluminum or 316/316L construction; weather-resistant, 4½ in. gage front; and ½ in. FNPT Cable or conduit entry. Model 220-Piston Style switch, rated for working pressures to 4,000 psi, comes in 0-5 to 0-100 psid ranges. Featuring total separation between high and low side, Model 240-Diaphragm Style switch has 1,500 psi working pressure rating and comes in ranges from 0-20 in. H20 to 0-100 psid.

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PDUs feature network interface for remote monitoring.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:43:08 -0500

Available in 2 horizontal and 5 vertical models, Monitored Power Distribution Units provide RJ45 Ethernet interface for remote monitoring and remote condition reporting of power and environmental conditions via SNMP, Web, or telnet. Digital meter locally displays connected equipment load in amps. Providing up to 24 outlets, PDUs assure optimal power distribution in IT applications and prevent downtime by enabling automatic load threshold notification.

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PPTC Resettable Fuses are rated up to 60 Vdc and 3 A.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:43:06 -0500

Offered in 5 EIA/IECQ case sizes from 0805 to 2920, surface mount 0ZCx Series limits flow of dangerously high current during fault conditions to protect products from over-current surges and over-temperature faults. In event of fault, fuses reset themselves once power is removed, fault is corrected, and voltage is reapplied. RoHS-compliant, lead-free, and halogen-free, fuses are suited for consumer electronics such as PDAs, digital cameras, MP3 players, and video recorders.

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Stereo Subsystem provides rich audio from li-ion battery.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:43:05 -0500

Supplied in 2.5 x 3 mm UCSP(TM), MAX9879 combines stereo Class D speaker amp, DirectDrive® stereo headphone amp, and analog bypass switch. Class D amplifier technologies provide Class AB audio performance with Class D efficiency. Able to deliver 715 mW output power from 3.7 V supply into 8 ohm load with 88% max efficiency, product also features input mixing, volume control, click-and-pop suppression, and flexible, user-defined input architecture with preamplifier gain settings.

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Solid State Relay offers DIN rail or panel mounting.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:43:46 -0500

Featuring compact Lexan 943 housing, Series DSSR includes internal heat sink, bistable clips for DIN rail or panel mounting, and LED indicator light. Unit provides reliable switching in applications where inrush currents can affect mechanical state relay operation. Operating from 24-480 Vac, relay features max voltage loss of 1.6 Vac, max output leakage current of 10 mA, and temperature limits of -22 to 176°F.

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Pushbuttons feature vandal-resistant design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 08:43:42 -0500

Used in aggressive environments such as ticketing machines, vending machines, and access control panels, R Series offers flush mounting and stainless steel construction that lend to vandal resistance and cleanability. Design meets IP65 standards and has rated mechanical service life of 1,000,000 operations. Available in 16 and 19 mm varieties, pushbuttons feature round actuator with momentary switching action. LED illumination (halo ring or central dot) is offered for 19 mm versions.

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AC Output SSRs target heating/lighting/motion control use.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:41:01 -0500

UL approved UPD Series solid state relays come in single-in-line PCB mounted version or low profile panel mount package with 0.25 in. male quick connects. They are designed for single channel, dual channel, or 3 phase operation rated at 280 Vac with either 15 or 25 A/channel output, depending upon model, available heat sinking, and operational ambient temperature. Units feature optically isolated DC input control ratings of either 3-32 Vdc, 3-15 Vdc, or 4.5-8 Vdc.

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Magnetically Actuated Proximity Switches are UL 508 listed.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:32:06 -0500

Made from Noryl® material, PRX-100 Series of corrosion and moisture resistant proximity switches are designed for applications in industrial washers, equipment automation, medical instruments, and safety interlocks. With no standby power requirements or moving parts, units can be used in security systems, household appliances, and door interlocks.

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Remote Power Switch PDU enables remote reboot.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 08:32:01 -0500

Featuring LAN connection, Remote Power Switch enables user to switch on, switch off, and reboot equipment as well as keep tabs on power consumption via web interface. SNMP compatibility lets switch send traps directly to SNMP manager. Users may choose to receive notifications when relay is latched, or if unit is reset for any reason. If power to large number of devices needs to be controlled at single site, several switches can be daisy chained and will behave as single unit.

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MOSFET Gate Driver Integrated Circuit provides 3,750 Vrms of I/O isolation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:34:03 -0500

Designed for remote switching of DC and low frequency loads where isolated power is unavailable, optically isolated Model CPC1590 uses bootstrap biasing technique to eliminate load-side power supply. External power MOSFET is controlled by application of 2.5-10 mA LED current to CPC1590, which activates internal load-side driver circuit. Housed in 8-pin package, IC provides blocking voltage rating of 200 V, turn-on time of 40 µs and turn-off time of 110 µs with 2.5 mA LED input current.

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Pushbutton Switches have IP65-rated design,

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:38:04 -0500

Available in SPDT or DPDT configurations with momentary or alternate action, bushing-mounted 22 mm panel sealed LB Series has internal silicone rubber seal and external o-ring. Customizable products come in LED-illuminated and non-illuminated models, and LED models can also be configured with built-in resistor options. Offering gold or silver contacts, switches feature snap action contact mechanism that promotes extended electrical life and crisp actuation.

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A/B Switch suits video conferencing/presentation systems.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 08:38:03 -0500

Configured to support Tandberg Camera/Codec video conferencing connections, Model 7269V DB9 A/B Switch allows sharing of single DB9 interface unit among 2 other devices. Network switch can be controlled manually via front panel pushbuttons or remotely, using ASCII RS232 Serial Data to control position, lock/unlock front panel, and query status. Switch ports are transparent to data and all interface pins are switched. Optional 100-240 Vac power supply is available.

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Circuit Breakers offer lockout/tagout accessory.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:44:45 -0500

Available with locking lever that can be added after installation, UL1077 and UL489 Circuit Breakers can be locked in open or closed position. When in place, lockout accessory does not impede ability of circuit breaker to trip, and enables up to 3 padlocks to be added to breaker. Molded in self-extinguishing yellow thermoplastic, lockout can be used on single and multiple units and can be fitted to switches as well as MCBs.

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Slide Switch features magnetic-based design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:42:12 -0500

Mounted on flex circuit, Slide Switch can be sealed against contaminants, eliminating common cause of switch failure. Unit has total package depth of 0.125 in. or 3.175 mm below overlay, making it suited for space-constrained applications. Available as stand-alone discrete switch or integrated directly into custom panel, switch is fully customizable for detents and electronic output.

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Toggle Switches meet MIL-S-83731 specifications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:41:26 -0500

MIL-S-83731 toggle switches feature 50 µin. selective gold contact plating and are rated for logic level to 5 A resistive loads and 2 A inductive loads. They meet MIL-STD-202 qualifications for vibration, shock, salt spray, moisture resistance, explosion, and sand and dust resistance, and operate in temperature range from -25 to +71ºC. With mechanical life of 20,000 operations and electrical endurance to 10,000 operations, units suit military and aerospace applications.

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USB Accessory Switch offers key multimedia functionality.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 08:41:11 -0500

Housed in 1.8 x 2.6 x 0.55 mm UMLP package, Model FSA800 handles USB data, stereo and mono audio, microphone, and UART data all on common connector port. Unit offers built-in charger detection and 28 V of overvoltage tolerance. Built-in termination resistors eliminate pop noise, while negative swing capability enables audio signals to swing below ground, eliminating need for AC coupling capacitors. Switch is suited for USB port isolation, connector sharing, and signal multiplexing.

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Custom Analog Interface controls vehicle electronics.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:37:53 -0500

PowerGate 1000 provides choice of switch types and dashboard looks for marine, construction, truck, bus, lawn and garden, industrial, and emergency vehicle applications. Rugged unit includes 10 switch inputs with indicators and can accept switching to ground or system voltage or accept input from hall effect device. Operating in temperatures from -40 to 185°F, IP67-rated product supports CAN, J1939, NMEA 2000, RVC, and RS485-based systems.

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PoE Switch is designed for vehicle automation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:40:40 -0500

Featuring end-span architecture, JetNet 3708-24V features 8 auto-negotiating ports with shielded RJ45 connectors for EMI and RFI protection. Embedded 4 port IEEE 802.3af PoE delivers 15.4 W per port, while 4 fast Ethernet ports provide simultaneous real-time data transmission. Operating at temperature range of -10 to 60°C, switch integrates 24-48 V power booster that allows for deploying standard PoE IP cameras on buses, railcars, ships, or harbors.

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Tumbler Switchlocks offer electrical life to 10,000 cycles.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:40:39 -0500

Available with 200, 750, and 2,000 key codes, respectively, Y Series anti-static 4, 5, and 6 tumbler switchlocks provide static resistance of over 20 kVdc and minimum dielectric strength of 1,000 Vrms. They feature zinc alloy with stainless steel or gloss black facing lock, and UL 94V-0-approved glass-filled polyester switch housing. Nickel-plated brass keys are supplied with 4 and 5 tumbler locks, while 6 tumbler lock comes with 2 die cast chrome-plated zinc alloy keys.

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Surface Mount Ceramic Fuses operate up to 150°C.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 08:40:35 -0500

Available in current ratings from 4-8 A, Slo-Blo® 469 Series features high inrush current withstand ratings up to 23.72 A²s for eliminating nuisance fuse open during momentary overload conditions. Time-lag 1206-size fuses have max fault current rating of 60 A and are 100% lead-free, Halide-free, and RoHS-compliant. Units are particularly suitable for protecting DC over-current conditions in LCD TVs, LCD monitors, notebook computers, hard disk drives, and XDSL modems.

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