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Rugged circular connectors for harsh conditions

binder has expanded its Harsh Environment Connector (HEC) series 696 with some new models. They supplement the company's existing portfolio by adding flange and cable variants with built-in protective conduit adaptation. The integrated sealing function of the protective conduit screw connection allows cables and individual conductors routed in a suitable corrugated tube to be reliably protected against external effects to IP67. Once locked-on, both the plug and the receptacle sides in a manner typical for HEC, binder says that the connector achieves protection to IP69K.

23rd July 2020

MACX-TR timer relay makes simple time control applications smart

Phoenix Contact says that its new multifunctional MACX-TR timer relays make simple time control applications smart. The combination of pushbuttons and OLED display is said to allow easy operation directly at the device, and as an option, NFC communication and the smartphone app provide further setting capabilities such as the simultaneous configuration of several devices. Shutdown and switch-on times can be set precisely using the intuitive menu navigation system. Users can select the necessary time functions and enter the precise time values at the touch of a button, negating the need for converting and checking entries. To prevent unauthorised access, security is provided in the form of password protection.

20th July 2020

Cost-effective vibration measurement for enhanced protection

The advantages of applying vibration condition monitoring to rotating equipment is well established, but the technique can only provide the maximum benefit when correct measurement techniques are employed. So what is the correct measurement technique and best to implement? Also, what if a user needs to make a change to the measurement to optimise early fault detection?

17th July 2020

Time and cost-saving alternative to traditional cable glands

Foremost Electronics is announcing new additions from icotek's range of cable entry plates, the KEL-DP 25 version A and KEL-DP 32 version A and B. KEL-DP products offer high cable density and are claimed to be a simple-to-use cost saving alternative to traditional cable glands. The KEL-DP is a hygienic design, free of dirt-collecting recesses and provides environmental protection IP65 / UL type 12. The new products fit standard metric M25 and M32 cut-outs and, (depending on the model) up to 13 different cables can be inserted through a single gland. The KEL-DP range can accommodate cable diameters from 5.2 to 8mm and are said to be suitable for mounting in enclosure wall thicknesses from 1.5 to 4mm.

16th July 2020

New distribution blocks from Phoenix Contact

The PTFIX product family from Phoenix Contact has now been extended to include a nominal cross section of 10mm ². The distribution blocks with tool-free, push-in connection are said to be freely configurable and can be used immediately. Simply unpack, connect, and they are ready to go.

13th July 2020

SICK goes the distance with its miniature PowerProx sensor

SICK says it has shrunk its high-performance PowerProx sensor into a space-saving miniature housing to reach the longest distances ever achieved with such a compact device. The tiny SICK WTT4SL PowerProx Mini photoelectric sensor measures just 12.2 × 41.8 × 17.3mm yet delivers performance good enough to detect objects up to 1.3m away, making it well suited for high-speed production and logistics applications.

13th July 2020

Robust and reliable sensors for automatic hand sanitisers

We're all familiar with them, especially in recent times, but what you may not be aware of is that many automatic, non-contact hand sanitisers incorporate miniature optical sensors supplied by Baumer. The sensors ensure reliable and safe hand detection at switching distances that vary from 15mm up to 300mm, at any angle of incidence, (even when the viewing window is soiled) and they do so for the entire lifetime of the device. Adjustable switching delays also prevent multiple or unwanted spray bursts to reduce wastage. Further, thanks to high immunity to ambient light, there are no restrictions to the sensor functions even in very bright environments.

9th July 2020

Edge protectors - protect edges, protect people

In the modern world, the ideal situation is for the sharpest thing on a machine to be the person who designed it, but when the equipment reaches the factory floor it can be a different matter. To help obviate the possibility of sharp edges on machines or factory hardware causing injury or inconvenience to staff, EMKA offers a range extruded edge protectors. They are available in a wide selection of sizes, and to ensure a firm grip once in place, use spring steel spines within PVC or EPDM sheaths. The company also now offers sections in fire-grade EPDM too.

8th July 2020

High-accuracy position feedback for fluid power cylinders

Positek is launching a new range of what it says are "Competitively priced" linear position sensors for in-cylinder mounting with fully integrated electronics. The new P116 series combines its patented LIPS (Linear Inductive Position Sensor) non-contact inductive technology and micro-electronic ASIC circuitry to provide a wide choice of electrical interface options. They come in a compact and easily installed single sensor device that offers outstanding durability and reliability - plus high accuracy and stability over a long working life.

8th July 2020

Optimum lubrication for linear guides improves operating times

DuraSense from Schaeffler comprises a guide carriage with sensors, as well as an electronic evaluation unit that allows up to seven sensors to be connected to it. Why the sensors? For monitoring the lubrication conditions of the linear guide carriage. During a defined reference run, the lubrication conditions for each guide carriage are continuously recorded from the vibration energy emitted. These conditions are checked against a limit value known as the "lubrication indicator" and if the described limit value is exceeded, relubrication takes place.

8th July 2020