Micro-Epsilon optoNCDT 1402SC IP69K laser displacement sensor
11 January, 2011 | Supplied by: Bestech Australia Pty Ltd
The Micro-Epsilon optoNCDT 1402SC IP69K laser displacement sensor is a laser triangulation sensor with stainless steel housing for protection from harsh environments.
Posital ACS II series inclinometers
10 January, 2011 | Supplied by: Plant Control & Automation
Posital has extended its range of inclinometers based on MEMS technology with the ACS II series. The devices have shock resistance up to 100g and vibration resistance up to 10g. Their IP69K protection means that they are suited for rugged environments, since they resist high-pressure cleaning and can be installed in mobile machines, and they are designed for a wide temperature range (-40 to +85°C).
Electric motors for dry and wet areas
08 January, 2011 | Supplied by: Lafert Electric Motors
Motors used in food production areas are primarily selected for either ‘dry’ areas or ‘wet’ areas. These are entirely different situations with very different demands. We assume we are looking at safe areas, where there is no hazard from combustible gas or liquids.
Moog Machine Controller Series 600
20 December, 2010 | Supplied by: Moog Australia Pty Ltd
The Moog Machine Controller Series 600 includes a CPU with fast processing speed, a range of digital and high-resolution analog I/Os, sensor modules and integrated temperature control as well as various fieldbus communications modules. A range of HMIs is also offered, including one directly driven by the controller or a separate PC-based HMI. All modules are programmed in the same programming environment, the Moog Application Software Suite (MASS).
Exlar EL100 explosion-proof linear actuators
20 December, 2010 | Supplied by: Applied Automation
Exlar’s linear actuator line has been expanded to include the EL100 explosion-proof linear actuators, rated for Class I, Div 1, Groups B, C, D and T3 hazardous environments. The EL100 linear actuators also meet ATEX requirements for use in potentially explosive atmospheres and are in conformity with the EU ATEX Directive 94/9/EC.
ASM PMIR7 series incremental encoder magnetic rings
20 December, 2010 | Supplied by: Automated Control Pty Ltd
The Posirot PMIR7 series incremental encoder magnetic rings from ASM are available in three sizes to accommodate different shaft sizes and yield up to 184,320 pulses per revolution in conjunction with the quadrature encoder read head PMIS4. Both units were designed to operate in harsh environments.
Gefran ONP1-A magnetostrictive linear position sensor
20 December, 2010 | Supplied by: Panduit International Ltd
The Gefran ONP1-A contactless magnetostrictive linear position sensor consists of an alloy body containing the sensor and all electronics to produce 4-20 mA proportional to the position of a magnet along the body. The magnet can be mounted on a separate mechanical part, or on a sliding carriage that moves on tracks on the alloy body. Power supply is 24 VDC ±20%.
Exlar GSX and GSM linear actuators
17 December, 2010 | Supplied by: Applied Automation
Exlar’s GSX and GSM linear actuators now offer Class I, Division 2 certification. Suitable for process control valve and damper applications, the linear actuators provide continuous hold on the position of the valve stem or shaft. This allows for a fast response to small command signal changes without overshoot - even when friction is present. This design results in improved loop performance and reduced process variability.
Leuze electronic AMS 300i laser distance measurement sensor
17 December, 2010 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty Ltd
In addition to an SSI interface and the conventional RS interfaces, the AMS 300i laser distance measurement devices from Leuze electronic provide fieldbus communication via their compact M12 connector. This includes Profinet and Profibus as well as EtherNet/IP, DeviceNET, CANopen, EtherCAT and Ethernet TCP/IO or Interbus.
AMCI R11 resolvers
17 December, 2010 | Supplied by: Automated Control Pty Ltd
AMCI has announced recent mechanical advancements made to the R11 (size 11 resolvers) that increase reliability and maximise equipment uptime.
Exlar SLM and SLG rotary actuators
17 December, 2010 | Supplied by: Applied Automation
Exlar’s SLM and SLG rotary actuators are now available with Class I, Division 2 Certification, meeting application requirements for use in hazardous environments.
Fraba/Posital multiturn hollow-shaft SSI rotary encoder
09 December, 2010 | Supplied by: Plant Control & Automation
Fraba/Posital has extended its range of SSI rotary encoders to include a compact multiturn hollow-shaft model that has the option of local or remote reset to zero for the output code, as well as standard A/B incremental output channels - all housed in the same housing, eliminating the need for two encoders in many drive applications.
Analog distance measurement with photoelectric sensors
26 November, 2010 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty Ltd
This article discusses two powerful distance measurement photoelectric sensor technologies: triangulation and time-of-flight.
And you thought coffee was for drinking!
22 November, 2010 by Anne Ju, Cornell University
Researchers have created a versatile gripper using everyday ground coffee and a latex party balloon, bypassing traditional designs based on the human hand and fingers.
Fraba/Posital MCD heavy-duty stainless steel encoders
18 November, 2010 | Supplied by: Plant Control & Automation
The MCD heavy-duty absolute encoder from Fraba/Posital is based on the latest magnetic technology. The stainless steel housing with IP69K protection makes the encoder resistant to most chemicals and cleaning substances as well as high-pressure water jets. Combined with the sturdy ball bearings (for high shaft loads up to 300 N) this sensor is suitable for reliable measurement under extreme environmental conditions and outdoor applications.
