Vishay Intertechnology's MEPIC Resistor Named as 2014 ECN Impact Award Finalist
MALVERN, Pa. — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today announced that its massive electro-pyrotechnic ignitor chip (MEPIC) resistor has been chosen as a 2014 ECN Impact Awards finalist. The awards program, sponsored by ECN Magazine, recognizes the top products and services across 18 categories spanning the design and engineering landscape. In the category of Power Sources and...
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Ignitor Chip Resistor features firing energy down to 1.5 mJ.
Available in wraparound or flip chip versions as well as integrated on PCB substrate, Sfernice MEPIC Massive Electro-Pyrotechnic Ignitor Chip Resistor offers Joule effect or flash ignition for fast firing times down to 250 -µs. Unit converts electrical energy into heat energy in precise electro-thermal profile for purpose of initiating series of pyrotechnic events in controlled energetic...
Read More »Specialty Igniters accommodate heavy fuel oil applications.
CoronaArc Power Pack is available in 3 models - 12 JOULE, RAPID FIRE; 12 JOULE, STANDARD-FIRE; and 12 JOULE - respectively suited for heavy fuel oil, relatively volatile heavy fuel oil applications, and ignition of No. 2 oil main nurners or gas/oil fuel igniters. While RAPID FIRE produces 12-15 pulses/sec at 600 W, STANDARD-FIRE produces 4-6 pulses/sec at 300 W, and 12 JOULE produces 4-6...
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Ignition Circuit is designed for industrial oil/gas burners.
CoronaArc circuit incorporates additional high-voltage transformer and supporting diode to create continuous high-voltage DC spark at firing end. Spark current at surface of igniter electrode enables spark gap to be referenced to ground potential and concurrently serve as directed pathway through which stored energy of capacitor discharges high-current arc.
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A Guide to Quality Control of the SMT Process
The printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing process begins with cutting-edge equipment capable of accurately picking and placing up to 40,000 components per hour. This innovative equipment keeps error rates extremely low, and those defects that do occur are quickly caught by sensitive laser and optical inspection equipment.
Read More »Ignitor Assemblies target CO2 laser industry.
Intended for CO2 lasers used for cutting, marking, scribing, and engraving, Gas Discharge Igniter Assemblies include igniter ceramic manufactured with 99.5% high-purity alumina, sleeve, and flange. Ceramic-to-metal seals offer impact and thermal shock resistance, and can maintain hermeticity in variety of harsh conditions, including corrosive environments and temperature extremes up to 1,000-
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Gas Ignition Controls - Intermittent Pilot
9/14/2006 Ashland, The new Fenwal Series 35-63 Intermittent Pilot (IP) Gas Ignition Controls for 24 VAC power are now in production. They are specifically designed for HVAC, commercial cooking equipment, boilers, furnaces and other gas fired applications using the spark-to-pilot technique. The Fenwal Series 35-63 IP Gas Ignition Controls are microprocessor-based for precise, repeatable timing...
Read More »Flare Ignition System offers uninterrupted performance.
WindPROOF(TM) InstaFire(TM) is engineered with rapid response capability as well as 3 levels of detection and relighting redundancies. Integration of WindPROOF technology enables operation in extreme weather conditions, including high winds. Consuming as little as 45 scfh of natural gas, system exceeds American Petroleum Institute Standard 537 recommendations.
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Lamp Re-Igniters ensure rapid cold start and hot restart.
Rapid Smart Start RSS-50-150 Series speeds starting and re-starting of high-pressure sodium light sources in outdoor areas. Units connect near lamp socket, ensuring illumination of 52/55 V HPS lamps between 50-150 W. They consume less than .3% of power during normal lamp operation and withstand moderate under- or over-voltages. Re-igniters are suited for pole- and building-mounted commercial and...
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Gas Ignition Control runs on 120 Vac, 50/60 Hz.
Model 35-73 Intermittent Pilot Gas Ignition Control is microprocessor-based and polarity insensitive. Featuring repeatable timing sequences, it provides TFI times up to 120 sec, single spark and sense and remote flame sense options, thermostat/power off and automatic reset options, and on-board diagnostics with LED output. CSA certified unit is suitable for controlling pilot and main gas valves,...
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Error Proofing by Design
Sturtevant Richmont's torque tools help customers cut rework and warranty costs while increasing throughput.
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