CAPAROC, the new electronic circuit breaker system from Phoenix Contact, uses data-driven power modules to customize overcurrent protection. With numerous feed-in power modules, circuit breakers, potential distribution modules, and current rails, CAPAROC makes it easy to design an intelligent system with communication. The power feed-in module, available in status reset or PROFINET versions, is the “brain” of the system.
Allied Electronics & Automation now offers Schneider Electric’s new image recognition tool, Pixie, to help its customers identify products faster and easier. This technology can recognize products through a single snap of a smartphone camera or photo upload through a personal computer. The digital widget lets customers easily identify a product and find replacement parts by simply providing a photo of the component in question.
OKW has expanded its already-extensive range of products for medical electronics. There are now 42 different enclosure models and six ranges of tuning knobs.
An enhanced version of Banner’s XS26 Safety Controller is now available with built-in In-Series Diagnostics (ISD). This technology simplifies installation, provides comprehensive real-time data about automation safety equipment, and prevents or reduces downtime. The expandable XS26-ISDd allows users to configure and monitor up to 394 connected safety devices.
Hirose Electric has announced that the ix Industrial™ connector series has been specified as a new standard interface connector for Ethernet applications by PROFINET (Process Field Network).
Hammond’s 1557 family of plastic enclosures are available in IP68 polycarbonate for indoor and outdoor use and economical IP66 rated ABS for indoor use
The new PTVFIX distribution blocks from Phoenix Contact are a combination of the PTFIX distribution block system and the PTV series with vertical conductor connection. The lateral Push-in connection features great advantages, in particular where space is limited. The small size and the modular compatibility of the distribution block system is also an advantage.
The Termitrab complete product family from Phoenix Contact features the narrowest protection against overvoltages, with an overall width of just 3.5 mm per protective device. The device dimensions play a key role in measurement and control technology applications. Such applications often require a large number of signals, each needing appropriate protection.
Series GT line from c3controls features pilot lights, push buttons, selector switches, and E-Stops, with a wide range of variations and options available within each product group.
To meet demanding automotive and medical applications, the ZMT Series can be customized to serve a wide range of currents from signal level to high-voltage.
Rencol’s torque positioning hinges combine several useful features in a single device to save space and cost, while improving acces and functionality.
New remote monitoring system easily connects to any Arjay Engineering product or third-party instrument.
New Cat5e RJ45 feedthrough connector and plug carrier from Cliff Electronics has protection to IP65 for rugged applications.
Traditional style L and T enclosure handles in stainless steel with or without cylinder key locking mechanism, are now available in-stock from the FDB Online store.
Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. is announcing the release of the common DC bus servo drive (MELSERVO-J5D) solution. MELSERVO-J5D servo amplifiers are ideal for medium to large servo applications that require multiple drive units capable of managing regenerative energy. Available in 400V and 1kW to 7kW capacity, MELSERVO-J5D servo amplifiers expand the existing drive capabilities for the MELSERVO-J5 portfolio and are compatible with MELSERVO-J5 servo motors (HK-KT/ST/RT/MT).
binder now offers connectors with D-coding in the M8 form factor as part of its 818 product series. The products are ideal for Industrial Ethernet applications with communication protocols such as EtherCAT, EtherNet/IP or PROFINET according to IEEE 802.3 via twisted-pair cables of the Cat-5e category. Accordingly, the 4-pin connectors enable the network connection of actuators and sensors of particularly small size with data rates of up to 100 Mbit/s.