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Amphenol TPC Wire & Cable: New Trex-Onics High Flex CC-Link Cable
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Amphenol TPC Wire & Cable: New Trex-Onics High Flex CC-Link Cable

Amphenol TPC Wire & Cable proudly announces a new product for its line of bus and data cables: Trex-Onics High Flex CC-Link Cable. This cable is designed for Control and Communications Link (CC-Link) controllers. Travis Lord, Manager of Product Marketing, states, “Our all-new Trex-Onics High Flex CC-Link Cable is designed for CC-Link controllers that facilitate high-speed communication between controllers and field devices. This cable is ideal for these applications where a more robust cable is needed, and our construction provides excellent protection from electromagnetic and radio frequency interference.”

nVent Hoffman: Simplified Automation With DTM Software
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nVent Hoffman: Simplified Automation With DTM Software

Backed by 75+ years of industry experience, DTM software lets you customize panel designs, enclosures, machines and factory systems using a single source of truth. Share real-time schematics, design files and project plans across teams. Easily integrate components from hundreds of OEMs as well as a full range of nVent HOFFMAN parts and enclosure templates. With information you need at your fingertips, manufacture higher quality enclosures faster—and at a much lower cost.

WAGO: 1-Channel Electronic Circuit Breaker (ECB) with 24 VDC Input Voltage
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WAGO: 1-Channel Electronic Circuit Breaker (ECB) with 24 VDC Input Voltage

Among WAGO’s electronic circuit breaker offerings is a space-saving ECB with one channel that reliably and safely trips in the event of an overload and short circuit on the secondary side. This ECB has a switch-on capacity of >50,000 μF, enables the use of an economical, standard power supply, and minimizes wiring via two voltage outputs while maximizing commoning options on both input and output sides (e.g., commoning of the output voltage on 857 amd 2857 Series devices).

Red Lion: New VT-MIPM-138-D and VT-MIPM-248-D Programmable RTUs for Rugged Automation Environments
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Red Lion: New VT-MIPM-138-D and VT-MIPM-248-D Programmable RTUs for Rugged Automation Environments

Red Lion is pleased to announce the launch of two new programmable Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), VT-MIPM-138-D and VT-MIPM-248-D. Equipped with onboard I/O and designed for uncompromising performance in extreme environments, the industrial controllers are ideal for a wide range of rugged, process-oriented applications in water and wastewater processing, oil and gas production and other advanced automation settings. The new RTUs deliver maximum standalone control over today’s toughest industrial processes. Automatic datalogging and timestamping, as well as logging of trends, alarms and sequences of events, give operators full visibility on their applications.

Stahlin: New HW Configuration of PolyStar and PolySlim Polycarbonate Enclosure Lines
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Stahlin: New HW Configuration of PolyStar and PolySlim Polycarbonate Enclosure Lines

Responding to the specific requests of it’s valued customers, Stahlin Enclosures is excited to unveil the incorporation of opaque HW Configuration sizes into it’s PolyStar and PolySlim Polycarbonate Enclosure product lines. This expansion aims to streamline the selection process for professionals seeking precision and functionality. The HW Configuration Polycarbonate Enclosures without latches have been meticulously engineered for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and installers, providing an additional dynamic option. Designed with a hinged, screw-down configuration and the absence of latches, these enclosures prioritize efficiency and flexibility.

EAO: HMI Systems and Components for the Electric Vehicle Industry
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EAO: HMI Systems and Components for the Electric Vehicle Industry

EAO recently announced its innovative range of HMI Systems and Components tailored for the growing electric vehicle (EV) industry. This includes products to optimize user performance with both vehicles and critical infrastructure such as charging stations. EVs require specialized and innovative HMI solutions. EAO’s extensive experience and high-quality components ensure these needs are met with precision. EAO’s versatile product range can be adapted to individual designs, color concepts, and specifications, enhancing both safety and user comfort as required with vehicle interiors and outdoor components used in charging stations and facilities.

Emerson: Rosemount 802 Wireless Multi-Discrete Input or Output Transmitter Provides Unprecedented Flexibility for Control and Monitoring of Field Assets
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Emerson: Rosemount 802 Wireless Multi-Discrete Input or Output Transmitter Provides Unprecedented Flexibility for Control and Monitoring of Field Assets

Recently, Emerson announced the release of the Rosemount 802 Wireless Multi-Discrete Input or Output Transmitter, which has eight discrete input/output (I/O) channels, each one configurable as an input or an output. WirelessHART capability allows the transmitter to connect to a wireless gateway, which can in turn link to a host—such as a control system or asset management system—via a wired connection. This allows the host to monitor and control assets remotely over a WirelessHART network.

SCHURTER: MSS with the Highest IP Protection Class IP6K9K
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SCHURTER: MSS with the Highest IP Protection Class IP6K9K

wo years ago, SCHURTER launched the innovative MSS electronic switch. The response was outstanding. Compact, ultra-rugged, reliable. In response to numerous customer requests, SCHURTER then subjected the switch to the time-consuming and cost-intensive test for the highest protection class IP6K9K. The result: passed with flying colors. It is not quite common, but sometimes customers see in a new SCHURTER product exactly the long-awaited potential that they so urgently need.

METCASE: New TECHNOMET Color Combination
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METCASE: New TECHNOMET Color Combination

Introducing Technomet – stylish instrument enclosures now available in the stunning new color combination of Traffic White RAL 9016 and Traffic Gray RAL 7042. These enclosures feature a modern design with no visible screws and die-cast bezels for a smooth look. Available in 12 sizes, with or without handles, and three sizes with a sloping front bezel, they offer built-in ventilation and snap-on front trims. Pre-fitted PCB mounting pillars, recessed rear and anodized front panels for protection, M4 threaded pillars for earth connection, and ABS feet with non-slip pads make them perfect for any modern workspace.

Mersen: MDC15D Series DC Distribution Fuses
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Mersen: MDC15D Series DC Distribution Fuses

Mersen is excited to announce the MDC15D series, the latest addition to Mersen’s MDC DC Distribution fuse family. The MDC15D series offers full range 1500VDC protection up to 65A in a 20x65mm ferrule mount design. With a high interrupting rating of 50kA, the MDC15D series is ideal for EV charging applications for both AC and DC currents. It also provides protection to cabling and bus bar. Mersen’s MDC DC Distribution fuses help customers achieve the ultimate protection for today and tomorrow and let system integrators and OEM manufacturers easily select fuses for the protection of DC distribution in a variety of applications.

Littelfuse: SRP1 Industrial Solid-State Relays
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Littelfuse: SRP1 Industrial Solid-State Relays

Littelfuse, Inc. has recently announced the release of the SRP1 Solid-State Relays (SSRs) family. Engineered to address end-user demand for more reliable and durable switching components in industrial and commercial machinery applications, the SRP1 SSRs offer unparalleled reliability, enhanced durability, and prolonged operational lifespan even in the most challenging environments. Conventional relays have long been plagued by mechanical failures under constant and prolonged use. Recognizing this critical issue, Littelfuse developed the SRP1 SSRs, focusing on reliability and longevity.

RS Adds Lincoln Industrial and MTE Corporation as New Industrial Lubrication and Power Quality Solutions Suppliers
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RS Adds Lincoln Industrial and MTE Corporation as New Industrial Lubrication and Power Quality Solutions Suppliers

RS has recently added two new suppliers to its expansive line card: Lincoln Industrial, an SKF brand, and MTE Corporation. Lincoln Industrial, an SKF brand, is a global supplier of industrial lubrication equipment, handheld lubrication tools, and accessories backed by a combination of more than 300 years of research and development experience dedicated to reducing friction. MTE Corporation is a global supplier of simple, robust power quality solutions. Formed in 1982 by combining three well-established and -respected companies that specialized in different magnetics and transformer designs.

AutomationDirect: LS Electric 2-axis and Relay Output XGB PLC Models
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AutomationDirect: LS Electric 2-axis and Relay Output XGB PLC Models

AutomationDirect has released three new LS Electric XGB PLC models that provide advanced control at an even lower cost. Two 16-point 2-axis motion PLC units and a 14-point relay output model are now available. The 2-axis PLC versions support pulse/direction control from the embedded I/O, featuring 4 high-speed inputs and 2 high-speed outputs, as well as EtherCAT motion using EtherCAT expansion modules.  The new relay output PLC provides 8 inputs, 4 offering high-speed capability, and 6 relay outputs supporting up to 2A per point. This PLC version can also support EtherCAT motion using the optional EtherCAT expansion modules.

RS Offers MEAN WELL’s Energy-Saving VFD Series Motor Drives
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RS Offers MEAN WELL’s Energy-Saving VFD Series Motor Drives

RS now offers MEAN WELL’s energy-saving VFD Series variable frequency motor drive modules. The VFD Series was inspired by an International Energy Agency (IEA) report that revealed electric motors and the systems they drive as the single-largest end-users of electricity — accounting for a staggering 43–46% of global electricity consumption that’s overwhelmingly driven by industrial (64%) and commercial (20%) market segments — and stated that cost-effective efficiency improvements could reduce this sum by around 25% and, in turn, global electricity demand by about 10%.

Festo: Pre-Configured and Assembled Air Preparation Units That Meet Safe Quality Food Guidelines
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Festo: Pre-Configured and Assembled Air Preparation Units That Meet Safe Quality Food Guidelines

Festo introduces a line of pre-configured, assembled, and tested compressed air preparation units that not only makes specification and ordering faster and easier, but also ensures clean air in food and beverage production. Right out of the box, the new units meet the Safe Quality Food (SQF) guidelines of final filtration stage 0.01 micron (µm) and a particulate removal efficiency of 99.999% at the point of food and beverage contact. The units also cover most, if not all, requirements of both original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) standards for air flow, connection size, and particle class rating. While air preparation units have multiple modules, each assembled unit is easily ordered with a unique part number.

WAGO’s Remote I/O: The Winning Hand in Industrial Automation
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WAGO’s Remote I/O: The Winning Hand in Industrial Automation

WAGO’s 750/753 Series Remote I/O system provides the confidence to go all-in on your automation application. Boasting 16 fieldbus options and interoperability with higher level PLCs, these modules offer the most flexible, modular, and compact platform for stand-alone or distributed automation.  Choose from over 500 simple and complex modules that allow for easy data acquisition from almost any signal. Cost-effective system upgrades can be made for energy monitoring, IO-Link masters, and proportional valve control, just to name a few examples.