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V-Infinity Adds 1 A Models to its Highly Efficient Switching Regulator Line  V-Infinity, a division of CUI Inc, has added 1 A models to their line of dc switching regulators. The V78XX-1000 series has efficiencies of up to 95% and is pin-compatible with 78xx linear regulators. Because of this high efficiency, the V78XX-1000 series does not require a heatsink, making it ideal for applications where board space is at a premium and a heatsink cannot be used. ...More >> CUI V-Infinity now has the VBTO.25 Series 0.25W Dc-Dc Converter  V-Infinity, a division of CUI Inc, is now promoting a line of 0.25 W dc-dc converters. The VAT0.25 and VBT0.25 series feature a SMT package and internal SMD construction. ...More >>V-Infinity Offers a New Line of 0.25W SMT DC-DC Converters  V-Infinity, a division of CUI Inc, is now promoting a line of 0.25 W dc-dc converters. The VAT0.25 and VBT0.25 series feature a SMT package and internal SMD construction. ...More >>Serial Interface Encoder (SEI) to USB Adapter  The SEI-USB is an interface module that connects US Digital's SEI compatible devices to a standard USB 1.1 / 2.0 port. ...More >>New Low Cost Precision Stepper Motor Controller for Bipolar and Unipolar Motors by LSI/CSI  LSI/CSI announces the availability of its new high performance stepper motor controller integrated circuit, designated LS7290. “A huge advantage for our customers is that the low cost LS7290 can replace the expensive L297 in most applications, while providing more programmable micro-steps” according to Pete Visconti, VP Sales and Marketing. This new IC is capable of a large selection of step sizes ranging between full and 1/32 step. The LS7290 is designed to control two-phase bipolar stepper motors or four-phase unipolar stepper motors with minimum burden on the resources of a host micro-controller. ...More >>CUI's V-Infinity 200 W Half Brick Offers a 4:1 Input Range  V-Infinity, a division of CUI Inc, announces a new line of 200 W ½ brick dc-dc converters that offer a wide 4:1 input voltage range. The VHB200W series measures 2.28x2.4x0.25 inches and has efficiencies up to 89%. This series excels in telecom, industrial and battery applications where the application’s input voltage has the potential to vary greatly. The rated input range of the VHB200W series is 18~75 V dc. Available outputs include 3.3, 5, 12, 15, and 24 V dc. The converters have 1500 V dc isolation voltage, fixed switching frequency, and monotonic start-up. ...More >>Encapsulated AC-DC Modules Offer Multiple Mounting Options  V-Infinity, a division of CUI Inc, announces two separate lines of 5W, 15W, and 30W encapsulated ac-dc modules that offer different mounting options. The FSK series is packaged in a compact board mount case, while the new FSC series is available in a chassis mount case with screw terminals for easy installation. An optional DIN-rail adaptor kit for the FSC series will be available in Q1 of 2008. These power modules are ideal for any application where compact power is needed on the PCB or in an enclosed chassis. All models carry UL60950 (E222889), CSA C22.2 NO.60950, CE(EN60950) safety approvals. ...More >>V-Infinity's 30 W Compact DC-DC Converter Has 4:1 Input  V-Infinity, a division of CUI Inc, has launched a new line of 30 W dc-dc converters. The VSCQ30 series is compact, has a wide 4:1 input range, and excels in environments where space is at a premium and high efficiency is demanded. The pin mount version measures 2 x 1.6“. This series also has an available “T” chassis mount version for mounting convenience. The VSCQ30 series has an input range from 9-36 Vdc at a nominal input of 24 V or 18-75 Vdc input range at nominal input of 48 V. Output options range from 3.3-15 Vdc. The series operates over a wide temperature range and is up to 91% efficient. ...More >>Koyo Encoder Offers its PHD/Pendant Series Hand-held Pulse Generator  The PHD / Penant is specifically designed for applications using CNC Panels Features include:
CUI's 2 W SIP Converters Offer 4:1 Input Range  V-Infinity, a division of CUI Inc, announces a new series of 2 W dc-dc converters with an ultra wide 4:1 input range. The VWQAS2 and VWQBS2 series of converters have input ranges of 9-36/18-72 V dc. The VWQAS2 has dual outputs of +/-5, +/-9, +/-12, and +/-15 V dc. The VWQBS2 has single outputs of 5, 9, 12, and 15 V dc. The converters are enclosed in an 8-pin SIP package measuring 1.03 x 0.38 x 0.50”. Their small size makes them ideal for use in test & measurement equipment, machine controls, and wireless applications. Other features of the VWQAS2 and VWQBS2 include 1500 V dc isolation, external on/off control, and short circuit protection. ...More >>MICRONOR Offers MR221/MR222 Series UL/cUL-Approved Geared Limit Switches  For Heavy Duty Industrial Applications Newbury Park, CA - Micronor’s new MR221/MR222 series UL/cUL listed Heavy Duty Geared Limit Switches combine gear box, coupling and cam switches in one compact unit. The units are intended for use in the most demanding industrial applications – bridges, cranes, hoists, stage/theatre rigging, presses, packers, machine tools and other similar operations where motion is expressed in shaft rotation. ...More >>Sensors - CUI Inc Increases Their Current Sensor Line  CUI Inc has expanded their line of current sensors to now include open loop, closed loop, high frequency, single power, and switch types. The newly extended line addresses a wide variety of commercial and industrial applications and uses. CUI carries twelve different series of open loop current sensors. There are several different mounting styles including bus bar insertion, bolt-on, and PCB which are housed in a variety of casing styles. There are two different lines of closed loop current sensors. ...More >>CUI V-Infinity SIP Converters Offer Wide Inputs  V-Infinity is now promoting 1W and 2W dc-dc converters that are designed to take up less space on the pc board while offering a 2:1 input range. The RoHS compliant units are offered in a fully encapsulated 8-Pin SIP package measuring 0.87x0.47x0.37 inches. With efficiencies as high as 82%, the VWRAS and VWRBS series are able to operate at full load from -40 to 71 °C. The units are capable of operating up to 85 °C at 60% load. ...More >>CUI has Increased Their Line of Surface Mount DC Power Jacks  CUI's large variety allows for an increase in design flexibility.
Power Supply - RoHS Compliant 320 Watt Switching Power Supplies  V-Infinity introduces a new family of RoHS compliant 320 watt switching power supplies that are available in three compact case styles. The units are designed for a range of information technology, datacom, wireless, and industrial applications. Dimensions of the VF-S320 series measure 6.0 x 4.0 x 1.5 inches in the u-frame version, 7.0 x 4.0x 1.6 inches in the metal-enclosed w/ rear dc fan version, and 6.0 x 4.0 x 2.0 inches in the metal-enclosed w/ top dc fan version. All models feature power factor correction (EN61000-3-2 class A), with a maximum power output of 320 watts with 22 C.F.M. of forced air cooling. ...More >>Linear or Rotational Encoder Position Display by BEI  NEW Quadrature Encoder Display from BEI – Plug it in, Watch it go! This straightforward digital counter accepts quadrature encoder outputs and displays either rotational or linear position on a bright, easy-to-read numeric display. Fully operational right out of the box, the SA100 does not require optional plug-in boards or a complicated configuration process. ...More >>250 W Power Supply Achieves 10.4 W in3  V-Infinity introduces a new family of 250 watt switching power supplies that achieves a power density of 10.4 W/in3. The units are designed for a range of information technology, datacom, wireless, and industrial applications. Exact dimensions of the VF-S250 series measure 3.2 x 5 x 1.5 inches in the u-frame version and 3.2 x 5 x 2 inches in the metal-enclosed w/ dc fan version. All models feature power factor correction (EN61000-3-2 class A), with a maximum power output of 250 watts with 16 C.F.M. of forced air cooling. Additionally, the power supplies are able to provide 600W of peak power within a 500 μS duty duration. ...More >>Single-Probe Capacitive Gauge for Nanometrology Applications  PI (Physik Instrumente) L.P., a leading manufacturer of nanopositioning and precision motion-control equipment for bio / nanotechnology, photonics, semiconductor and life science applications, introduces the D-510 family of PISecaTM capacitive displacement gauges. PISecaTM capacitance gauges perform high-precision, non-contact measurements of geometric quantities representing displacement, separation, position, length or other linear dimension against any kind of electrically conductive target. ...More >>V-Infinity PFC Switcher Yields 200W  V-Infinity introduces a new u-frame switching power supply series that yields up to 200 W. The VPU-S200 is designed for a wide range of wireless, datacom, and industrial applications. The units accept a universal input voltage (85 to 264 V ac or 120 to 340 V dc) and offer efficiencies as high as 81%. The units are rated for operation at 100% load from 0 to 50 °C ambient with 18 C.F.M. of forced air cooling. Measuring 6.81x3.82x1.50 inches, the VPU-S200 series delivers output voltages ranging from 3.3 V dc to 48 V dc among 8 separate single output models. ...More >>MR200 Replacement Feedback Transducers For CNC Machines  Micronor's MR200 series Feedback Transducers are based on the company's proprietary Modular Cam Switch System. This proven technology provides an efficient and cost-effective way to engineer plug-and-play feedback transducers for new equipment designs as well as servicing machinery no longer supported by the original equipment manufacturers. Feedback units can incorporate any combination of encoders, resolvers, potentiometers, tachometers, rotary limit switches as well as specialized interface electronics (4-20mA or ±10V analog outputs, serial interface, CAN, etc.). ...More >>SIP Converters Isolate to 6000 V dc  V-Infinity has added a new line of 1W and 2W dc-dc converters providing an isolation voltage of 6,000 V dc. The RoHS compliant units offer fixed input ranges of 5 and 12V, +/-10% in a SIP style package. These unregulated, convection-cooled units are ideal for applications requiring a high isolation voltage, including medical products, mixed analog/digital circuits, and test & measurement equipment ...More >>Micronor's New MR175 Ergonomic Handheld Pendant Station is Ideal for Control of Industrial Machinery of All Types  Most of the available pendants and HMIs are generally large, boxy and clumsy to hold. Micronor's MR175 offers a user friendly, handheld design - because of both the shape of the unit and visual ID and placement of each of the controls. For safety compliance, Enable switches can be selected for either Live Man (Off/On/Off) or Dead Man (Off/On) operation. ...More >>Sensitron Adds 40A Solid State Power Controller to SSPC Product Line  The Solid State Power Controller (SSPC) Module is a 40 Amp microcontroller-based Solid State Relay designed to be used in hi-rel 28V DC applications. This module has integrated current sensing with no derating over the full operating temperature range. The module is the electronic equivalent to an electromechanical circuit breaker with isolated control and status. ...More >>Encapsulated Switcher Yields 5W  V-Infinity has added a new 5W series to its FSK line of low cost encapsulated switching power supplies. The FSK-S5 is designed for a wide range of applications where design space is limited and RoHS compliance is required. These compact, encapsulated units measure 2 x 1 x 0.6 inches. They accept a universal input voltage (85 to 264 V ac or 110 to 340 V dc), offer efficiencies up to 77% in the 24V model, and are rated for operation at 100% load from 0 to 50 °C ambient. The FSK-S5 series delivers output voltages ranging from 3.3 V to 24 V among 5 separate single output models. Features include RoHS compliance, an input-to-output isolation of 3,000 Vac, short circuit, over voltage, over current, and over temperature protections. Safety approvals include UL/cUL/TUV/CE/CB. OEM pricing starts at $11.00 per unit.
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Compact Switchers Yield Up To 65W  V-Infinity introduces a new line of compact open frame switching power supplies designed to replace the industry standard 3" x5" format. The 25 watt VOF-25-XX, the 45 watt VOF-45-XX, and the 65 watt VOF-65-XX are suited for a wide variety of applications where RoHS compliance is required and design space is limited. The units accept a universal input voltage (85 to 264 V ac) and offer efficiencies up to 88% in the 48V model. Exact dimensions of the VOF-25 measure 3.54x2.0x0.75 inches while the VOF-45/65 series measures 4.00 x 2.00 x 1.26 inches. The units are rated for operation at 100% load from 0 to 50 °C ambient. The VOF-25/45/65 series delivers output voltages ranging from 3.3 V to 48 V among 23 separate single output models. Features include a power density greater than 6 W/in.3, short circuit protection, over current protection, and over voltage protection.
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Industrial Converters Accept High Voltage Inputs  V-Infinity offers a new line of industrial dc-dc converters designed to operate within high voltage systems. The VKD1000 series is perfectly suited for a number of applications where rugged design is required, including transportation, telecom, and base station applications, among many others. These chassis-mount units are enclosed in a shielded metal case measuring 9.76x7.17x2.28 inches with a built-in heat sink. Available input voltage ranges include 80-180, 200-400, and 400-800 V dc. The VKD1000 series delivers output voltages of 12, 15, 24, 28, and 48 V dc at up to 1000 W of power. The standard operating temperature range is -25~85 °C, but up to -55~85 °C is also available. Features of the VKD1000 include under-voltage lockout, over current, over voltage, and over temperature protections. OEM pricing starts at $490 per unit.
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Reliance Certified to the Aerospace Quality Standard AS9100  Reliance of Huddersfield, England has a history of mechatronic innovation in motion control solutions for airborne applications and is committed to meeting the requirements of the aerospace industry. Reliance is therefore pleased to announce its recent award of certification to AS9100, the international aerospace quality standard based on ISO9001-2000, but with additional requirements in order to provide the rigorous controls required by the aerospace industry. Reliance adds this aerospace quality assurance certification to its growing list of compliance standards which already includes quality management certification to BS EN ISO 9001:2000 and environmental management certification to BS EN ISO 14001:2004. Through continuous improvement of all processes and the application of the latest techniques
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LSI/CSI Offers Quadrature Counter Interface for Incremental Encoders - Features Multi-Mode Counting  The LS7166 is a programmable quadrature counter IC providing an efficient hardware solution for acquiring position data directly from incremental encoders. Acting as a peripheral device, it can relieve the host processor of the time intensive task of tracking the encoder motion clock by clock, allowing the computational resources to be allocated for processing the collected data. The IC is programmable to function in several counting and input/output modes, configurable by four write accessible mode control registers. A 3-state octal bus facilitates communication with host processors. LS7166 includes the following features: • 24-bit up/down counter for accumulating encoder positional data • 24-bit input register along with its companion 24-bit comparator for target position
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Sensitron Increased Maximum Current Rating of Motor Control Product Line - 140A Three Phase IGBT Bridge in a Low Profile Package  This IGBT bridge has a fast gate driver and short propagation delays, resulting in reduced dead time. This lightweight (13 oz) bridge features an isolated current monitor output for each one of the three phases, differential optocouplers input for higher noise immunity, desaturation detection and latching shutdown. Designed for hi-rel applications, this product is ideally suited for use in actuators, fans, pumps, and compressors. Features include: 1- Included Isolated temperature output. 2- Isolated current monitor output for each one of the three phases. 3- Included over-current shutdown. 4- DC bus current output. 5- Desaturation detection and latching shutdown.
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LSI/CSI Offers a Step Dimmer IC with AGC Touch Control  The LS7541 is a cost-effective Step Dimmer CMOS IC capable of producing one, three or four-step lighting sequences. The LS7541 is a new addition to a family of Lighting Control ICs offered by LSI/CSI, a Melville, NY Company. The LS7541 is the main component for built-in or screw-in touch-adapter lamp modules that convert any metallic part of a lamp to a touch pad for control of lighting intensity. The AGC (Automatic Gain Control) feature of the LS7541 allows the modules to convert any size lamp to touch control, independent of line plug polarity. The touch-adapter modules provide lamp owners with ease of use and energy savings while eliminating the need for costly multi-filament bulbs. Touch-adapter modules compatible with 50Hz/60Hz AC Line frequencies and any AC Line voltage can be produced using the LS7541.
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QuickSilver Controls Offers Right Angle Motor Cable Adapters  For those applications where you need to squeeze a NEMA 17 or NEMA 23 motor into a tight spot, QuickSilver Controls, Inc., now offers adapters for its 15 pin D shell motor connector (D15HD). The QCI-D15HD-R1 routes the cable towards the motor shaft and the QCI-D15HD-R2 routes the cable away from the shaft. Both adapters provide a height profile of 1 inch. Screws are included to secure the adapter to the motor. Both adapters are designed to handle the full horsepower of either a SilverNugget N2 or SilverDust D2 servo controller/driver including both motor and encoder feedback signals. For more details, see the technical document “QCI-TD049 D15HD Rt Angle Adapter - QCI-D15HD-R1 -R2” on QuickSilver’s website(www.QuickSilverControls.com).
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Haydon Switch & Instrument Offers Its New DCS4020 Bipolar Chopper Drive  Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc. (HSI), a leader in stepper motor based linear actuators, is pleased to introduce the new DCS4020 bipolar chopper drive, an extension of Haydon’s drive family of products. Haydon’s drive products are specially designed and built to deliver optimum performance, throughout a greater speed range. The new DCS4020 bipolar chopper drive has been designed for easy set up and use. It is ideal for development projects, just connect a single power supply and a motor and the drive is ready to run. Motor current is set using an on-board potentiometer. No external current setting resistors are required. This feature-packed drive provides all basic motor controls including full or half stepping of bipolar steppers, directional control, and output enable control. An oscillator circuit is standard on the drive with an on board speed control potentiometer. In addition, external input/output signals allow complete remote control of all drive functions. All electrical connectors have removable plugs incorporating screw type terminals.
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