Fujitsu Develops Optical Switch That Cuts Power Consumption by Half
Kawasaki, Nov 10, 2010 - Fujitsu Laboratories Limited today announced that it has been able to halve the power consumption of an optical waveguide switch based on silicon photonics* through the world's first use of fine-patterned silicon germanium (SiGe) for this application, rather than conventional silicon (Si). This achievement will allow for high-speed optical switches capable of operating...
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Diaphragm Level Switch offers optional protective cover.
With Hycar-® rubber nitrile cover, Binatrol-® Model G Series can be used with abrasive dry materials. Surface mounted switch monitors high, low, and intermediate levels of powder and bulk solids in storage bins, hoppers, silos, and vessels. Bulk material contacting unit transfers force to internal lever arm assembly, which then causes dry contact SPDT 15 A switch to be activated. Common...
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Slotted Optical Switch features low-profile design.
Model OPB200 optically-triggered switch contains 890 nm infrared LED and phototransistor paired in 0.200 x 0.320 x 0.400 in. opaque plastic housing. When no object is present in slot, output phototransistor conducts current to maintain circuit, and when object enters slot, output switches to off state to interrupt circuit. Forward voltage is 1.7 V at IF of 200 mA, with reverse current of 100 -µA...
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Overflow Switch evacuates condensate from AC systems.
Featuring integral pump, EZ Trap-® UltraSwitch Model EZT-356 helps prevent property damage from condensate drain pan overflows on residential and commercial air conditioners. When connected to air conditioner's overflow outlet with 1 in. dia PVC fitting, self-evacuating unit uses stainless steel electronic probes to sense rise in condensate levels caused by blocked outlet. Blocked drain pans are...
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Checklist: How to Get the Right Belt the First Time
This guide is intended to help identify and address application criteria necessary to specify the right belt to deliver a highly efficient, reliable product.
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Rackmount Fiber Switch targets 10 Gb laser applications.
Rackmount QuickSwitch-® Model 6297 Optical Multimode 3 LC Duplex A/OFFLINE/B switch with serial remote utilizes MEMS-based mirror/prism technology that supports Gigabit data rates, and allows access from single computer to any 1 of 2 separate fiber optic networks. Unit features local pushbutton control, and rear-panel DB9 female connector in switch accepts ASCII RS232 serial data commands for...
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Rugged Level Switches are offered with extended floats.
Designed for harsh environments and process liquids, SOR 1500 Series Switches are available with float extensions in variety of lengths and materials. Option extends pivot arm and places float further into process vessel, making it useful in applications where nozzle diameter is too small or where process build-up can limit full travel of float. Featuring all stainless steel construction,...
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Electric Level Switch offers self-returning manual check.
Horizontally mounted, float-operated SOR 1510 is suitable for plant and OEM applications where open or closed contacts are required to signal presence or absence of liquid at discrete level. Float extension arm moves magnet, which actuates or de-actuates hermetically sealed reed switch. Actuation/de-actuation can be reversed by rotating unit 180-
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K-TEK Provides Redundancy, Independent Technologies, and SIL2 Certified Device for a Complete Safety Level Package
Prairieville, LA (July 19, 2010) - K-TEK, a leading manufacturer of state-of-the-art instrumentation for level measurement, today announced a unique blend of technologies that reduce risk and increase the safety ratings of level measurement systems. The company now provides a complete safety level package that combines redundant systems, independent technologies, and a SIL2 certified device. The...
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Level Switches comply with Directive 55.
Designed for harsh environments and hazardous process materials where rugged components are critical, SOR-® 1540 series features complete isolation of process from switching mechanism and all-stainless steel construction. Self-returning manual check feature enables verification of switch integrity without removing units from vessel. Products are rated for vacuum pressure to 1,500 psi and...
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Multi-Mode Optical Switch provides port count up to 1 x 16.
Qualified to Telcordia GR-1221, Multi-Mode Optical Switch features MEMS technology and is made with multimode 50 or 62.5 -µm core fiber. Unit consumes less than 700 mW of electrical power when controlled with I2C or RS-232, or 1.5 W when controlled via TTL. Packaged in 90 x 55 x 12.5 mm housing, switch withstands shock and vibration, temperature cycling, damp heat, and dry heat, making it...
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Delivery Equipment That Really Delivers
Are you in need of safer, more efficient transportation equipment? Do you feel like your delivery equipment could really use an upgrade? Check out this video, and learn about Halo Ramp Company's patented safety platforms, and how they help you bypass your trickiest delivery challenges.
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