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Mountable Copper BusBars are UL listed.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:30:05 -0500

Offered in variety of sizes and hole patterns, BURNDY® BusBars are suited for use as common ground point in data center, central office, or power system. They come with insulators, stainless steel mounting brackets, and assembly bolts. Customizable units include 12 and 24 in. undrilled models, which can be custom drilled in field. Two models from series can be mounted either vertically or horizontally to equipment rack used to support computer equipment.

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Insulated Coin Cell Retainers target 3 or 6 V applications.

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

Suited for high-density PCB packaging, low-profile Coin Cell Retainers are designed for lead free solder and traditional reflow processes. Units protect battery from shorting if inserted incorrectly, and allow user to stack two 20 mm cells on top of each other to achieve 6 V of power on same board. They are also suited for single cell 3-volt applications. Offering clearly marked polarity, rugged parts include solder tails that support visual inspection systems.

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Optical Contact withstands harsh environments.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:27:09 -0500

Featuring hermaphroditic design, ELIO® Optical Contact offers tool-less contact insertion and extraction from connector, and immunity to EMI, eliminating need for any form of shielding. Female insert surfaces are always accessible for cleaning. Offering minimal signal loss, even under high vibration and severe mechanical shock, ELIO® technology is qualified according to rigorous aviation and military standards, including Arinc 801 and EN 4531 and 4626.

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Lithium Battery Holders are available for 10-24 mm cells.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:33:18 -0500

Available in 20 styles ranging from 10-24 mm dia, with either printed circuit pins or SMD leads, Lithium Battery Gliders feature built-in circuit protection and prevent electrical connection by battery when upside down. Retainer is made of nickel-plated phosphor bronze and has pressure contacts that offer low electrical resistance while maintaining tight connection with battery. Versions that hold 2 batteries in series for 6 V applications are also available.

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Pulse Suppression Box facilitates OTDR field testing.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:41:44 -0500

Placed between OTDR and link under test, Pulse Suppression Box delivers consistent test results in network certifications. Unit serves as dead zone elimination tool as well as reference grade fiber cable that provides accurate field testing and predictable calibration. Housed in drop resistant, waterproof case, Pulse Suppression Box assemblies use Hardened Lens Contact termination process and SCRATCHGUARD technology for all major glass and connector types.

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Interconnect System targets high-density applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:41:43 -0500

Designed to meet 10 Gbps data rates, QSFP+ Quad Small Form-factor Pluggable Plus Solution combines EMI shielding cage, passive cable assembly, active cable assembly, optical MTP cable assembly, optical loopback, and 38-circuit SMT iPass(TM) host connector. iPass contact design provides 4 balanced differential channels featuring isolation and up to 250 cycles. Optical cables are constructed with 12-fiber 3.00 mm round cable for data center interconnect applications.

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External I/O Connector meets Next-Gen SAS 2.1 requirements.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:41:42 -0500

Referenced as mini-SAS HD in SAS 2.1 standard, iPass+(TM) High Density (HD) system provides 8x as well as 4x cable-plugging options to promote accelerated data, bandwidth capacity, and design flexibility. Integrated 8 sideband signals per 4x port enable active copper and optical cables as well as active pluggable modules for extended-length applications in data centers. For flexibility, multi-plugging capability enables one 8x plug or two 4x plugs to be accommodated by same 8x connector.

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Interconnect System provides copper and optical attach options.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:44:57 -0500

Offering copper and optical direct attach options for same system port, iPass+(TM) enables 12 channels of 10 Gbps data for up to 120 Gbps of total bandwidth. High-Speed Channel (HSC) pluggable CXP copper and optical interconnect system features unitary press-fit connector and cage assembly that provide one-step placement to host board. CXP 12X direct attach copper cables accommodate single, ganged, or stacked connector configurations in high-density requirement applications.

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Data Center Cabinet offers zero-U patching options.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 08:44:48 -0500

Optimizing data center space, VersaPOD Data Center Cabinet Solution is available with end of row Zero-U patching and cable management options. End of row vertical panels mount between cabinet's corner posts and side panels, allowing four 1U patch panels or fiber enclosures to be mounted vertically. These panels may be mounted on both ends and in front and rear of cabinet, providing 16U of mounting space. To facilitate routing, cable management fingers can be mounted alongside each Zero-U panel.

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Panel Feedthrough Terminal Block is rated at 300 V/40 A.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:34:33 -0500

Featuring single-piece construction, 828 Series utilizes CAGE CLAMP® Spring Pressure Connection technology and provides tool-free and maintenance-free terminations for feeding of currents up to 40 A (AWG 6) through enclosure walls. Integrated lockout feature accommodates security seal or similar tagout marker, limiting unauthorized access to external terminations. Panel gasket seal provides splash-resistant seal to enclosure for additional protection.

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Busway provides flexible power distribution solution.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:34:20 -0500

Suited for commercial and industrial applications, Pow-R-Flex(TM) features extruded aluminum housing, shutter mechanism, safe plug-in outlets, integral ground path, and short-circuit withstand ratings. Unit meets NEMA and UL requirements, and can be fitted with receptacles up to 60 A and 480 V. Available in single, double, and quad receptacle models, plug-in unit can be fixed-mounted to front of enclosure or cord-mounted from bottom of unit.

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Micro Push-Pull Connectors have IP67 rating.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:31:51 -0500

Series 420 subminiature push-pull cable connectors, commonly used for small applications in medical and commercial industries, have max diameter of 9.5 mm and accept cables with diameters from 3-4 mm. Available in male and female versions, field-attachable and panel-mount solutions have 3, 4, or 5 gold-plated contacts. When properly mated, connection is sealed to IP67 standards to protect against ingress of liquids and debris.

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Limiting Port SFP+ Cables are compliant up to 7 m.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:31:48 -0500

Fully compliant with SFF-8431 Revision 4.1 specification, Chapter 3, Limiting Port Copper SFP+ Cables utilize GORE(TM) EYE-OPENER+® Conductor Technology and low loss expanded PTFE cable dielectric. Cables satisfy limiting port specification up to 7 m, without using active technology. Core/skin design of conductors provides distributed or per unit length equalization without resistor-inductor-capacitor circuitry required on connector paddle card.

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Universal Power Adapters operate above 87% efficiency.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:32:43 -0500

Suitable for portable equipment, networking, and gaming, 3-wire input Model PSAA60M and 2-wire input Model PSAA60W are available in 12, 15, 18, 24, and 48 V single output models, all of which are ENERGY STAR® EPS Version 2.0 compliant. Units feature no-load power consumption of less than 0.5 W, meet Class B EMI standards, and include over-voltage, over-current, and short-circuit protection with automatic reset. Housed in non-vented, spill-proof cases, adapters operate from 0-40°C.

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Universal Desktop Adapters deliver 72-75 W.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:32:42 -0500

Suited for networking and security equipment, 48 Vdc Model PSC75U-480 and 56 Vdc Model PSC75U-560 meet Class B EMI standards and include over-voltage and short-circuit protection, as well as over-current protection with auto-restart. Units are compliant with U.S. EISA as well as ENERGY STAR® EPS version 2.0. Housed in non-vented, spill-proof cases measuring 5.93 x 2.78 x 1.54 in., adapters feature no-load power draw of less than 0.5 W and average operating efficiency greater than 87%.

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Desktop Power Adapter is ENERGY STAR® compliant.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:32:42 -0500

Compliant with ENERGY STAR® EPS v2.0 and EISA standards, PSC30U-V universal, 3-wire input desktop adapter series operates above 83.5% typ efficiency and features max no-load power draw of 0.3 W. It comes in 4.59 x 2.17 x 1.24 in., non-vented case and is available with 12, 24, and 48 Vdc outputs. Additional features include Class B EMI compliance, over-voltage protection with automatic shut down and recovery after AC power reset, as well as over-current protection with auto restart.

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SMB Connectors withstand high vibration environments.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:39:31 -0500

With push-lock feature, SMB Connectors require disengagement force of 5 lb minimum. Locking shell pushes over mated interfaces, locking interface while allowing full rotation of mated pair. Pulling back shell allows interfaces to be disengaged. Hermetically sealed and IP68 rated, connectors feature 0-4 GHz reflection frequency range and are usable up to 10 GHz. Mating pairs include right angle plug with crimp attachment for RG-174U cable.

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Electric Power Feedthru Connector System is for submersible pumps.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 08:33:52 -0500

Electric power feedthru system is designed for operation with conductor temperatures up to 450°F. Engagement system between high temperature feedthru and the mating surface connector includes Metal-Lok(TM) keying system, which prevents rotation of surface connector should it be inadvertently turned or mishandled. CSA-approved for use in Class I, Division 1 hazardous locations, connector system is rated to 5,000 Vac for up to 140 A and features a pressure rating of 3,000 psig.

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Tin Plated Copper Lugs are rated for up to 600 V.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:39:40 -0500

Available in 3/8 in. stud size and in sizes ranging from 6 Ga to 4/0, UL/CUL listed tin plated copper lugs suit power draw and ground wire applications. They can be terminated either with simple crimp or solder bond. Flared ends of device aid in cable insertion.

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Hook-Up Wires are environmentally friendly.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet News) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:39:40 -0500

Designed with modified polyphenylene ether thermoplastic (mPPE), RoHS compliant UL AWM 11028 wires are available in sizes from 28-10 AWG with solid or stranded tinned copper conductors. Rated for operating temperatures to 105°C, units meet UL VW-1 flammability standards. Non-halogenated insulation contains no heavy metal pigments, allowing manufacturers to meet Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment requirements.

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