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DC Low Voltage Disconnects suit hybrids, fleets, and OEM's.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:33:57 -0500

Capable of direct currents up to 500 A, POWER-GATE low voltage disconnects require no heat sinking or airflow. Programmable, autonomous solid state relays are designed as central point of connect or disconnect for DC accessories such as inverters, radios, and motors. With high voltage trip, low voltage trip, timing features, logic feedback, and external monitoring, devices are customizable for fleet and OEM applications.

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Signal Relay conforms to FCC Part 68.

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

Along with 2-pole switching, J104 Series offers coil voltage choices from 3-48 Vdc. Fully sealed solution has bifurcated gold-clad crossbar contacts, 500k-cycle tested electrical life, and 100M-cycle mechanical life. Operating from -40 to +85°C, relay features dielectric strength of 1,500 Vrms min coil to contact and 1,000 Vrms min contact to contact. Insulation resistance is 100 MW min @ 500 Vdc, and shock resistance is 100 m/s2 for 11 ms.

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Zener Diode Barriers include features for hazardous areas.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:44:56 -0500

Offering both relay and solid-state switch models, MZB Series limits excess energy before it reaches hazardous area. Units feature removable terminals, bussed power feed, and channels as small as 6.3 mm wide. Each channel is fitted with 2 stages of pulse-tested Zener diodes and infallible terminating resistor. If electrical fault occurs in non-hazardous area of barrier, Zener diodes limit voltage available to hazardous area circuits, while series resistance limits current.

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RF Matrices switch signals up to 2.5 GHz.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:34:17 -0500

Available in 32 x 8, 24 x 8, 16 x 8, and 8 x 8 configurations, 50 W Model 60-770 is contained within 3U rack mountable chassis with SMA front panel connectors. Housed in 6U rack mountable case, 75 W Model 60-730 comes in 32 x 16, 16 x 16, 16 x 8, and 8 x 8 configurations with F type front panel connectors, allowing device to be used in typical coaxial video applications. Both offer optimal crosstalk and isolation characteristics.

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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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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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Solid-State Relays optimize process/machine control.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 08:29:26 -0500

Panel-mount Zelio® SSRP, able to switch up to 125 A, and DIN-mount Zelio SSRD relays with heat sink meet equipment specifications for vibration resistance. Devices are available in AC and DC control versions. They are suited for packaging, food and beverage, plastic extrusion, industrial machines, HVAC, and textile manufacturing applications.

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Output Module targets access control systems.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 08:29:24 -0500

Adding 8 form C control relay outputs to IEI Max3 or MiniMax 3 access control system, Max 3 Output Module enables customers to handle variety of applications, including elevator control, handicapped door control, and controlling or triggering camera or DVR upon card read or PIN code. Software controlled using Hub Manager Professional v8.0, module includes power LED and individual relay status LEDs, plus ability to specify custom name and time value for each of 8 outputs.

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Interlock System is offered with relay expansion modules.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 08:29:25 -0500

Dortronic's 4900 Series Intelligent Interlock System lets system designers build on standard mantrap configuration and program additional interlock configurations or operation requirements. It can be customized for unique operational requirements and reprogrammed to accommodate future expansion with additional I/O modules. PLC controller initially handles 33 inputs and 33 outputs and can be expanded to accommodate in excess of 128 inputs and 128 outputs.

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Power Relays offer ratings up to 3 hp, 30 A.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 08:31:08 -0500

Available with flange, DIN, panel, and plug-in mounting options, 725 Power Relay Series offers choice of quick-connect or screw terminals as well as features such as push-to-test buttons, LEDs, and flag indicators. Compatible socket enables development of customized plug-in solution complete with protection modules. RoHS-compliant relays are suited for process and motor controls, lighting panels, HVAC compressor and blower controls, packaging machinery, appliances, and power supplies.

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Solid State Relay is UL-approved for hazardous locations.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 08:31:08 -0500

With current switching capabilities up to 15 A DC and 10 A AC, intrinsically safe Magnecraft 861H features Class 1, Division 2 rating from UL for approved use in Groups A/B/C/D hazardous locations. Integrated heat sink and sealing technology eliminate need to compute complex thermal calculations, while installation flexibility is fostered via DIN rail and panel mounting options. This 17.5 mm-wide relay has no moving parts and is suited for mining as well as oil and gas industries.

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Electromechanical Relay Matrix exhibits low thermal EMF.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 08:30:11 -0500

Implemented in 2U rack-mountable enclosure, Model 60-511 suits applications requiring low thermal EMF errors for data acquisition and low voltage measurements. This 56 x 33 electromechanical relay matrix has thermal EMF of less than 1.5 µV (typ), and user connections are provided by commercially available 25- and 37-way D Type connectors that are fully supported by Pickering Interfaces' cable and connector accessories.

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Solid State Relays mount on standard 35 mm DIN rail.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 08:36:00 -0500

Available in 3 models, CKM series DIN rail mounted DC power SSRs are rated for 10, 20, or 30 A at 60 Vdc at 40°C ambient temperature. Relays with integral heat sink offer 2,500 Vac optical coupling and logic compatible current regulated 4-32 Vdc inputs with LED status indicator in 22.5 mm wide assembly. Utilizing low on-state resistance FETs, relays provide DC load control for wide range of applications including heating, lighting, and motion control.

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High Power PCB Mounted SSRs target high current applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 08:37:54 -0500

Rated to 10 A at 100 Vdc and 40°C ambient temperature, CMX100D10 suits heating, lighting and motion control applications in industrial, medical, aerospace, rail and automotive applications. Units feature outputs with low on-state resistance FETs for efficient dc load control, 2,500 Vac optical isolation, logic compatible dc control input in epoxy package.

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Solid State Relays suit demanding industrial applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 08:27:39 -0500

Suited for automation installations, MICROOPTO ACTOR supports 3-wire actuators up to 24 Vdc and 2 A, with inductive loads such as solenoid valves and contactors. MICROOPTO 300VDC, designed for inductive loads up to 300 Vdc and 1 A, is suitable for switching motor brakes and contactors. Supporting frequencies up to 100 kHz, MICROOPTO 100kHz ensures rapid signal translation while providing isolation. All 3 switching amplifiers are DIN rail mountable with LED status indication.

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Motor Control includes network communications,

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 08:33:46 -0500

Suited for motor control centers and applications requiring control of multiple motors, SRW01 Motor Control Smart Relay provides solution for control, monitoring, and motor protection from 0.25-840 A. Unit includes USB connection, PLC functions, and WLP software for ladder programming. Operated as overload relay or as direct-on-line, reversing or star-delta starter, system protects against overloads, phase loss, current imbalance, locked rotors, earth faults, and out-of-range frequencies.

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Heat Sinks/Relays combine into 10-82.5 A rated assemblies.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 08:29:36 -0500

Designed for DIN rail or panel mounting, HS series heat sinks accept 1, 2, or 3 industry standard, single-, dual-, or 3-phase relays. They are available with thermal impedance ratings from 5.0-0.5°C/W. Solid state relay/heat sink assemblies are available at either 280 or 600 Vac. Systems feature 3-32 Vdc input control voltage, zero voltage turn on, and output RC snubber networks and are suited for controlling most heating, motion, or lighting loads.

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LXI Switch Matrices offer 2-pole switching.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 08:30:22 -0500

With both featuring 160 pin DIN41612 plug connections, Model 60-555 and Model 60-556 High Density EMR Matrix Switches are designed for applications requiring 8-Y and 4-Y axis connections and 2 pole switching, respectively. With 2 A current rating and voltage rating 300 Vdc/250 Vac, units can handle commonly encountered signals in ATE systems. X axis dimension can be selected from range of 6 versions offering sizes from 192-512 for each model.

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Heavy Duty Power Relays are UL/CUL listed and RoHS compliant.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:28:10 -0500

Rated to operate in ambient temperatures as high as 115°C, AZPRD Series of high voltage power relays have expected life of 100,000 operations at rated load. They are available with both AC and DC coils with molded Class F construction, SPDT, SPST, DPST and DPDT contact arrangements. Suitable applications include controls for motors, pumps, compressors, blowers, lights, heaters and fans.

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General Purpose Relays come with PCB or plug-in terminals.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:28:47 -0500

Suited for use in industrial controls and appliances, AZ1641, AZ1651, and AZ1661 general purpose relays offer coils from 6-240 Vac and 6-220 Vdc. They come with optional LED indicator and can be used in building automation, system integrators, robotics, control boards, motion controls, I/O modules, and elevator controls.

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