Automotive

Mitsubishi Electric Automation: New IQ-F Series Compact FX5S PLC – Powerful, Affordable, and Easy-to-Use
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Mitsubishi Electric Automation: New IQ-F Series Compact FX5S PLC – Powerful, Affordable, and Easy-to-Use

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. expands its line of MELSEC iQ-F series compact controllers to now offer a basic model providing OEMs with an all-in-one controller for small machines up to 60 I/O with integrated Ethernet connectivity. The FX5S PLC is a solution for simple automation applications at a more affordable price than the original FX5U high-performance model and FX5UJ mid-range model.

ROLEC: More Options for taraSMART Modular Suspension Arm System
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ROLEC: More Options for taraSMART Modular Suspension Arm System

ROLEC has added more components to its taraSMART (IP 54) range of modular suspension arms. Users can now configure their perfect support arm from a choice of 22 different components. Tough, stylish taraSMART supports displays, panel PCs and HMI enclosures weighing up to 100 lbs (45 kg). The range offers advanced technical features but at an attractive price point. Applications include smart factory automation, modern machine control systems, robotics, process automation, medical/laboratory technology and information stations.

Stewart Connector: M12 X-Code & RJ45 Addition of Coiled Industrial Cable Assemblies
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Stewart Connector: M12 X-Code & RJ45 Addition of Coiled Industrial Cable Assemblies

Stewart Connector expands their latest line of Industrial Cable Assemblies with the addition of coiled cable assemblies. These flexible ethernet cords feature IP20 rated cables and IP67 rated M12 X-code connectors and are offered in a variety of cable lengths and end configurations. These cable assemblies are made with TPE cable jacket to add to their robust nature, offering solid performance options that can deliver up to 10 gigabit Ethernet.

WAGO: Eco 2 Power Supply with Tool-Free Push-in Technology
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WAGO: Eco 2 Power Supply with Tool-Free Push-in Technology

The Eco 2 family of power supplies, with push-in technology and built-in WAGO levers, gets a new addition. The models with 30 W and 120 W output power are now joined by a variant with 240 W output power (item no. 2687-2146). The push-in connection and WAGO levers make device connection with the Eco 2 quick, easy and tool-free, saving time on wiring the power supply units. The option exists of retrofitting marking on the front to uniquely identify devices. With a reduced overall width of just 50 mm, the Eco 2 saves space.

AutomationDirect: More Murrelektronik A-Coded Sensor and Signal Connection Cables
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AutomationDirect: More Murrelektronik A-Coded Sensor and Signal Connection Cables

AutomationDirect’s newest addition of A-coded sensor and signal connection cables from Murrelektronik provides easy and reliable connections between panels and field devices. These cables offer several configurations including axial or right-angle female M8 or M12 screw-lock connector to pigtail, axial male to axial female with M8 or M12 screw-lock connectors, and right-angle male to right-angle female with M8 or M12 screw-lock connectors.

Rockwell Automation: ArmorBlock 5000 On-Machine I/O Blocks
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Rockwell Automation: ArmorBlock 5000 On-Machine I/O Blocks

Rockwell Automation, Inc. has recently announced the release of its new Allen‑Bradley ArmorBlock 5000 I/O blocks. Integrated with IO-Link technology, the distributed I/O solution offers smart capabilities that can help industrial manufacturers improve operational productivity with minimal cost. Manufacturers can deploy and maintain smart automation more efficiently with the ArmorBlock 5000 I/O solution. With the highly integrated IO-Link capabilities, machine design complexity is reduced through simpler device configuration and better integration with Allen‑Bradley controllers.

Banner Engineering: Q20-2 Polarized Retroreflective Sensor
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Banner Engineering: Q20-2 Polarized Retroreflective Sensor

The Q20-2 is a new polarized retroreflective photoelectric sensor designed for reliable detection, quick installation, and precise beam alignment. Its bright, visible red LED features best-in-class bore sighting, ensuring that the beam spot hits repeatably where it is intended. The Q20-2 features an industry-standard compact housing and robust threaded 3-mm mounting holes.

Plug&Play Connectors
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binder: Plug&Play Connectors for Deutsch DT, AMP Superseal and AMP CPC Model Series

binder offers ready-to-connect connector solutions for the Deutsch DT, AMP Superseal and AMP CPC model series – in combination with connectors from the binder portfolio – as part of its Plug&Play product selection. Connectors pre-assembled with cables are also available if required. In addition, cable switches with wiring options particularly tailored to different applications enable connector systems of different designs to be combined flexibly with one another. In this way, customized connectivity solutions can be created for use in mobile machines.

Schneider Electric: TeSys Deca IEC Contactor
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Schneider Electric: TeSys Deca IEC Contactor

TeSys Deca contactors have been designed for perfect integration into control systems. They can be used to create motor starters for almost any type of application. TeSys D contactors are available in 13 contactor ratings for inductive motor applications up to 150 full-load amps and resistive loads up to 200 amps. This 9A inductive 3 pole IEC contactor can be mounted on DIN rail or mounted directly to a panel.

New LUTZE Cable Solutions Catalog Provides Complete Cable Solutions for Industrial Automation
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New LUTZE Cable Solutions Catalog Provides Complete Cable Solutions for Industrial Automation

LUTZE Inc has recently released a new LUTZE Cable Solutions for Industrial Automation North America Catalog to support the fast-growing customer base in North America. LUTZE’s flexible and continuous motion cables such as LUTZE SILFLEX, LUTZE SUPERFLEX, MOTIONFLEX and DRIVEFLEX VFD cables are designed for harsh industrial environments and carry multiple approvals for code compliance. An expanded number of cable series have now been evaluated by Ecolab for resistance to common cleaning agents and chemicals used in washdown procedures.

Banner Engineering: Q5Z Laser Sensor
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Banner Engineering: Q5Z Laser Sensor

The new Q5Z laser sensor offers high excess gain for advanced detection and measurement capabilities. It can sense extremely dark and shiny targets that can pose challenges for photoelectric sensors, and it includes dual independent output channels and communication over IO-Link. Q5Z sensors have been preconfigured for standard factory conditions, so that users do not need to do any programming of individual sensors. This helps get production lines up and running faster, leading to improved productivity and throughput.

i³ CONTROL
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i³ CONTROL – The New Automation Platform

With i³ CONTROL, Yaskawa is creating a completely new automation platform. The special feature of this ecosystem, which was presented as a concept for the first time in mid-2022, is that it forms a technically coordinated overall solution for industry-specific controls – from the engineering software to the controller hardware to the integrated chip technology. And, in the future, beyond. As a first anticipation of the continuously growing i³ CONTROL portfolio, the specially developed software environment – i³ Engineer – and the first machine controller of this new platform – the iC9210-PN – experienced their world premiere. Market launch was planned from the end of 2022.

Mitsubishi Electric Automation: Powerful iQ-R Series Module Allows Users to Configure Two Networks Using One Module
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Mitsubishi Electric Automation: Powerful iQ-R Series Module Allows Users to Configure Two Networks Using One Module

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. recently announced the iQ-R Series CC-Link IE TSN Plus module which supports CC-Link IE TSN and EtherNet/IP networks in one module. CC-Link IE TSN is an open industrial network technology that combines gigabit Ethernet bandwidth with Time Sensitive Networking (TSN) allowing for high-speed motion control, safety, and standard communication I/O devices. EtherNet/IP networks allow for communication with third party devices.

Siemens Expands Its SIMATIC MICRO-DRIVE Servo-Drive System for Extra-Low-Voltage Material Handling and Manufacturing Applications
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Siemens Expands Its SIMATIC MICRO-DRIVE Servo-Drive System for Extra-Low-Voltage Material Handling and Manufacturing Applications

Siemens is extending its drive portfolio in the extra-low-voltage range for 24–48V EC motors with its new SIMATIC MICRO-DRIVE.  The new product line with UL- and CE-marked components consists of the PDC (Profidrive Control) servo drive in conjunction with a flexible range of motors and connecting cables from product partners, along with the TM (technology module) format with servo and stepper drives in compact 20mm width that can be used in conjunction with distributed or open controllers.

Contec: BX-M2500 Trellix BOX Computer — An Embedded Computer with Important Factory System Security Countermeasures
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Contec: BX-M2500 Trellix BOX Computer — An Embedded Computer with Important Factory System Security Countermeasures

Contec Co., Ltd. has recently developed the BX-M2500 Trellix BOX Computer, an embedded PC with NIST SP800-compliant secure BIOS and Trellix Application Control security software pre-installed to protect against ransomware. Contec began taking orders for this new product on March 23, 2023. The new BX-M2500 Trellix BOX Computer is an embedded PC with an Intel Xeon E-2278GEL processor, high-capacity memory, and high-capacity storage.

FATH T-Slotted Rail
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AutomationDirect: Additional FATH T-Slotted Rail Hardware Components

AutomationDirect has added more FATH hardware components to their selection of T-slotted rail products. These components easily install in SureFrame rails, as well as many other brands, and include roll-in T-slot nuts with spring loaded ball, slide-in T-slot nuts, screw and miter connectors, 1- and 2-slot pivot joints, extended swivel bases, foot consoles, leveling casters, magnetic catches, sensor mounting blocks, protection profiles, profile sliders, roller elements, and much more.