Diecast aluminium enclosures are much better at dealing with radio frequency interference (RFI) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) than their plastic counterparts. Aluminium enclosures can provide some degree of inherent RFI/EMI shielding due to the conductive properties of the metal. But RFI/EMI can still affect the equipment. The shielding effectiveness of a metal enclosure depends on various factors.
Whether in hazardous areas or in diffuse lighting conditions, sometimes attracting attention is not only desirable but also necessary. OKW has expanded its range of custom printing colors to meet these requirements. Customers can now specify OKW’s products with labels and graphics produced (by screen or tampo printing) using new fluorescent inks. These are ideal for warning messages or for attracting attention to equipment such as emergency electronics.
The EPP3504-0023 EtherCAT P Box is designed for the evaluation of measuring bridges in full-bridge, half-bridge and quarter-bridge configuration. It also supports the potentiometer, Pt1000 (RTD) and ±10 V measuring ranges. It is derived from the ELM3504 EtherCAT Terminal and features a sampling rate of 10,000 sps, internal switchable supplementary resistors, and an integrated, parametrizable bridge supply.
The new Kooltronic Access Series Ultra-Slim Air Conditioners feature an ultra-thin 5-inch depth and compact footprint that is ideal for mounting onto standard electrical cabinet doors or panels. Access Series AC units can be securely installed using front-mount, back-mount, or rivet-nut mounting. All Access Series DSP models are designed with a closed-loop cooling system to maximize operating efficiency and extend the lifespan of heat-sensitive components.
Discover IBOCO DINFIX Mounting Clips. Dinfix mounting clips permit the smooth mounting of metal rails on the G1 mounting rail, thus allowing the construction of supporting frames for switchgear and wiring duct. What’s more, this product offers the possibility of installing onto the parallel rail G1, switchgear of a certain size and weight that are not predisposed for snap-on assembly on Omega 3/3A/3B. Once they are mounted, the Dinfix form a strong mounting plane at the level of the upper flange of the rail G1.
Learn why electricians are using Can-Snap to secure and protect NM cable faster and more conveniently than before. The Can-Snap connector saves time by being faster and easier to install than traditional cable clamps – simply snap in place – it protects cable from knock-out damage while providing strain relief, and it secures NM cable from size 14/2 to 6/3 in 1/2″ and 3/4″ sizes.
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.
Introducing the 1590Z series Type 4X/6P diecast aluminum enclosures from Hammond Manufacturing. These rugged electronic instrument enclosures are made of a diecast aluminum alloy (tough, yet easy to machine), and feature a two piece “tongue and groove” construction with a replaceable one-piece silicone rubber gasket which provides protection against access of dust and water. The gasket supplied is loose inside the enclosure, not pre-installed, and has a temperature rating of -40C to +150C.
AutomationDirect has added frequency signal conditioners from ProSense. These new signal conditioners are extremely versatile, affordable, and provide the flexibility to convert, transmit, scale, and isolate input signals from a wide variety of process sensors and controller I/O. The SCU-2200 universal analog-to-frequency converters accept milliamp, voltage, RTD, thermocouple, or potentiometer inputs and provide a scalable single-frequency output (up to 25kHz). They are helpful when a controller does not have any analog input points available but does have a frequency input.
PISA-B is an efficient electronic circuit breaker (ECB). It distributes the current, protects your loads from over-current or short-circuits and monitors the operating status in DC 24V systems. The 8-channel programmable capability can identify and isolate individual faulty branches. It shuts down the affected channels only and secures the constant power supply of the remaining loads. An integrated data monitoring reports the operating status to a PLC or control center. The electronic circuit breaker also alarms in case of an error and allows a remote reset of the channels.
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.
binder announces the 570 Series Easy Locking Connector (ELC) for medical applications. Reliable function, safety in use, biocompatibility, and patient protection are key criteria in medical device engineering. Technical malfunctions, unstable parameters, incorrect use by medical staff or patients may cause serious complications here. In this environment, connectors are subject to the highest demands in terms of contact reliability and signal integrity, resilience of connection, and simple as well as intuitive usability. In addition, biocompatibility and a protection degree appropriate for medical devices, including protection against contact and resistance to cleaning agents or disinfectants, are mandatory.
WAGO’s single-channel electronic circuit breakers (ECBs) guarantee reliable protection in the control cabinet. They protect both devices and cables while selectively disconnecting individual current paths, preventing unaffected paths from being shut down. As soon as the corresponding tripping currents are reached or even exceeded, they automatically trip in a set time. The tripping currents can be flexibly parameterized or fixed, depending on the model.
The goal of the All Electric Society is a world in which sufficient energy is available from renewable resources. Electrification is the first step towards achieving this. The new VAL-MB-T2-750DC and VAL-MB-T2-1000DC type 2 surge protective devices from Phoenix Contact provide support here. As the number of DC applications continues to increase, more and more system operators are also using direct current with 650 to 750 V DC in industrial applications.
With the increase in sensor density, actuators and controllers in Industry 4.0 and IIoT operational settings, high power levels and massive amounts of data must be securely and efficiently managed through ultra-fast transmission lines with cables running over long distances. Miniature connectors and cables are needed to interconnect smaller and smaller devices and sensors in areas that are sometimes confined and hard to access. And connectivity must be ruggedized to resist shock, vibration, extreme temperatures, water and corrosion when exposed to demanding environmental and chemical conditions, both indoors and outdoors.
The icotek cable glands and cable entry plates with metric thread are screwed with a locknut during assembly. If the thread lengths are not sufficient, for example when mounting on sandwich panels or thick concrete walls, icotek offers a practical solution: the icotek TE thread extension. The icotek TE thread extension is available in two sizes (M32, M50) and in three lengths (35 mm, 60 mm, 120 mm) and represents a real innovation in the field of cable management. The different lengths can be flexibly combined or shortened at the designated points.
