Stahlin Enclosures announces the availability of new Safety Yellow PushButton Enclosures available in one and two hole configurations with either 22mm or 30mm diameter holes.
The new TruONE is the world’s first true all-in-one automatic transfer switch (ATS), which incorporates switch and controller in one seamless unit. TruONE stands ready to ensure the steady delivery of critical power at all times due to rigorous performance testing. TruONE ATS is a self-contained design that reduces the number of wires and connections, helping to decrease installation time by 80%.
The Schmersal Group have expanded their existing range of switches for heavy industry to include explosion-proof variants that are suitable for use in areas at risk of explosion. The pull-wire emergency switches in the EX-I-ZQ900 and EX-I-RS655 series as well as the belt misalignment switches in the EX-I-BS655 and EX-T. 454 series can be used in dusty environments in Zone 21 in ignition protection class Ex tb ‘Protection by enclosure’ or in gas atmospheres in Zone 1 in ignition protection class Ex ib ‘Intrinsic safety’.
A new generation of switches for touchless switching has been developed for switching without touching. Switching without contaminating the surface with potentially harmful germs, viruses or bacteria. How do these switches work and what are they capable of?
C&K, a major manufacturer of high-quality electromechanical switches, has recently developed a versatile sealed tactile switch which will fit a wide variety of applications across markets. The EL tactile switch combines common heights and actuation forces, to target similar products in the marketplace, while providing a longer lifecycle than competitors at 200,000 cycles.
Electrical control panels are an integral part of any automated manufacturing process. While control systems are a fundamental aspect of electrical engineering, many people aren’t aware of the key control panel components required to function safely and reliably.
TTI, Inc., a specialty distributor of electronic components, is now stocking the ED Series from Sensata. Crydom’s LifePlus ED Series of DC Output Pluggable Solid State Relays offer electromechanical relay users the opportunity to directly replace traditional 12 x 29mm EMRs with Crydom’s proven solid state relay technology. Solid state relays offer substantial performance advantages over traditional EMR switching solutions.
With the 3RQ1 coupling relays fail-safe controls can be reliably coupled. They are available in widths of 17.5 or 22.5 mm. Because the relays are force-guided in accordance with IEC 60947-5-1 (IEC 61810-3), the mechanical connection between the contacts ensures the NO and NC contacts are never closed simultaneously. This means failures to open can be reliably recognized in order to ensure maximum safety.
The SAMXD Series navigation switches from C&K directly drive electric motors, removing the need for relays and allowing for space and cost savings in automotive applications.
The ZMV Series mini snap acting switches can be actuated from different angle into the pin plunger version.
SCHURTER brings optical sensing to conventional switching, with its new TTS Touchless Switch. The TTS is a robust stainless-steel switch, designed for indoor or outdoor public use to prevent the spread of pathogens. The COVID-19 pandemic has greatly raised awareness about the transmission of viruses and bacteria via surfaces, particularly as it relates to man and machine interface.
Robotic-assisted surgeries offer more precise motion control compared to the capabilities of the human hand, enabling less intrusive methods to reduce patient pain, scarring and recovery time. In surgical robotic applications, joysticks with integrated switches often serve as the primary operator interface. Selecting the right joystick and electromechanical switches plays a large role in the performance and functionality of any medical device, but particularly a surgical robotic station.
The freely configurable, bright and capacitive IO-Link Touch opens up numerous new HMI application possibilities for a wide range of raw industrial applications. With the advent of digitisation in the industrial sector, machine manufacturers can develop completely new machines and equipment. At the same time, this creates an even more intensive operating experience for the end user.
VadaTech has launched a 1U Open VPX rackmount chassis with two 3U payload slots and integrated Intel E-2176M
Amid increased awareness of hygiene and safety caused by the recent COVID-19 pandemic, STI has expanded their line of contactless IR switches.