Product News

Rittal: New AX Ex Non-Metallic Enclosures
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Rittal: New AX Ex Non-Metallic Enclosures

Rittal’s new AX Ex non-metallic enclosures (used in refineries, drilling platforms, oil tankers, pipelines and infrastructure applications revolving around LNG, hydrogen) offer the highest certified safety requirements, including ATEX, IECEx and UL HazLoc approvals. In areas at risk of explosion, enclosure systems must meet the highest safety requirements. Thanks to their high level of robustness, outdoor capability, and wide range of expansion options, both plant operators and constructors gain a massive amount of added value.

AutomationDirect: ProductivityCODESYS PLC Series
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AutomationDirect: ProductivityCODESYS PLC Series

AutomationDirect has added a low-cost CODESYS PLC solution for those who prefer CODESYS programming. CODESYS is the most widely used manufacturer-independent IEC 61131-3 development system on the market, and the new P2CDS-622 CPU features a CODESYS engine housed in a Productivity2000 controller form factor. This CPU offers plenty of communication capabilities and works seamlessly with low-cost Productivity2000 I/O modules. 

METCASE: TECHNOMET-CONTROL – New VESA-Mount Enclosures for HMI Control Electronics
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METCASE: TECHNOMET-CONTROL – New VESA-Mount Enclosures for HMI Control Electronics

METCASE has launched elegant new TECHNOMET-CONTROL aluminum enclosures for electronic control systems, panel PCs and HMI electronics. They are specifically designed for mounting on standard VESA brackets/arms, walls, machines and round poles. TECHNOMET-CONTROL is ideal for indoor applications such as industrial machine control, factory processing, security systems, test and measurement, point-of-sale, IIoT and detection equipment. It is suitable specifically for Siemens TP displays (sizes KTP400 to TP1200) but can also house touchscreens and displays by other manufacturers, including Beckhoff and B&R.

EAO: Series 84 E-Stop and Stop Switches
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EAO: Series 84 E-Stop and Stop Switches

The Series 84 emergency stop and stop switches have a compact, attractive design with a very low back panel depth. These safety switches are optionally available with a solder/plug-in terminal or now also with a flat ribbon cable connection. The visually appealing series has particularly impressive and innovative illumination options. Different illuminations in the same switching element enable multiple status displays. This saves you space and costs while enabling additional actuators and indicators.

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc.: MELSEC IQ-R Series CIP Safety Module for Safe Communication over Devices in a Network
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Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc.: MELSEC IQ-R Series CIP Safety Module for Safe Communication over Devices in a Network

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. has designed the MELSEC iQ-R Series CIP Safety Module to ensure safety signal transmission to a diverse range of devices and equipment, including third-party robots, Mitsubishi Electric and third-party-VFD products, and safety I/O and interlocks. Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) safety is a protocol developed by the Open DeviceNet Vendor Association (ODVA) and is widely used in industrial automation systems.

Weidmuller: RockStar Fixed-Pole HDC System
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Weidmuller: RockStar Fixed-Pole HDC System

Extremely tough models are required outside the cabinet. They must be resistant to electromagnetic interference, as well as impact resistant and vibration-proof. This is why you should turn to genuine RockStars when choosing your connectors. Weidmuller’s broad portfolio of heavy-duty connectors offers the right solution for all requirements for the transmission of energy, signals, and data outside the cabinet. With the perfect composition of inserts, enclosures, and contacts, you will be guaranteed to hit the right notes and offer the ideal solution for every task.

CUI Devices Adds CAF AC Fans Product Line to Thermal Management Portfolio
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CUI Devices Adds CAF AC Fans Product Line to Thermal Management Portfolio

CUI Devices’ Thermal Management Group has recently announced the addition of ac fans to its product portfolio. The CAF family is a range of ac axial fans offering frame sizes of 120 mm or 172 mm and airflows from 44.69 to 164.5 CFM. Available with ball bearing or sleeve bearing construction, these ac fan models carry operating voltages from 110 to 125 Vac or 220 to 240 Vac.

Weidmuller USA Unveils stripax plus Tool: An All-in-One Solution to Cut, Strip & Crimp Single Wires
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Weidmuller USA Unveils stripax plus Tool: An All-in-One Solution to Cut, Strip & Crimp Single Wires

Weidmuller USA has recently unveiled the new stripax plus tool that can cut, strip and crimp single wires in the cross-section range from AWG 20 to 14 (0.5 to 25 mm2). Designed to save space in the toolbox, the multifunctional stripax plus is an all-in-one solution. The wire-end ferrules are stored in a magazine in the tool’s handle and are automatically transported to the crimping die. Adjustments to different cross-sections are made automatically so that no manual adjustment is required.

EPI Enclosures: NEMA 4X JIC Clamp Cover Only Enclosure
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EPI Enclosures: NEMA 4X JIC Clamp Cover Only Enclosure

EPI NEMA 4X JIC, Stainless Steel, Clamp Cover Only Enclosures are designed for use in areas that may be regularly hosed down or are very wet. They are suitable for use in dairies, breweries, and similar installations. They are also designed for use in areas where serious corrosion problems exist. Made from 16 or 14-gauge stainless steel (Type 304 2B). Enclosures feature external stainless steel screw clamps on all four sides for securing the cover.

AutomationDirect: Helukabel TRAYCONTROL 600V Flexible Control Cable
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AutomationDirect: Helukabel TRAYCONTROL 600V Flexible Control Cable

AutomationDirect has added the versatile and highly flexible Helukabel TRAYCONTROL 600V control cable that is ideal for industrial control, power, and instrumentation applications. The individual bare copper conductors are stranded for flexibility and are covered with a black PVC/nylon insulation with white numbering for easy identification. A green with yellow stripe ground conductor is also included with cables containing more than two conductors.

Integra Enclosures Latch Types
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Integra Enclosures Latch Types

Picking the correct latch is a small but important step when deciding the type of the enclosure needed for your project. Different styles of latches can affect the usability, security, and NEMA rating of an enclosure. All of the latch options for Integra’s polycarbonate enclosures offer a minimum NEMA 4X protection rating, with certain styles being able to achieve NEMA 6P.

Bison ProFab: Cooled & Heated Industrial Weatherproof Enclosures
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Bison ProFab: Cooled & Heated Industrial Weatherproof Enclosures

There may be times when your application requires more than passive (convection cooling) or forced air flow (fans) to keep your electronics in their recommended temperature range. When those situations arise, Bison ProFab manufactures cooled & heated industrial weatherproof enclosures designed to protect valuable equipment from damage caused by harsh temperatures, humidity and condensation. Electrical or electronic equipment should be kept at its optimal operating temperature to reduce maintenance costs, prevent major failures, and extend the life of the equipment. Climate controlled cabinets are a smart investment for your electrical or electronic equipment assets.

Custom NEMA Electrical Enclosures
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Custom NEMA Electrical Enclosures

Specializing in low volume, high mix, made-to-order solutions, NEMA offers an extensive array of over 1600 electrical enclosure options tailored precisely to your specifications. Whether you require a single unit or a hundred, NEMA’s dedicated team is here to guide you seamlessly through the design and manufacturing journey. To initiate the process, simply complete the request a quote form, specifying details such as height, width, and depth, along with material type, rating requirements, and certifications. Approval drawings will follow upon acceptance of the purchase order.

ABB: Control Panels CP600
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ABB: Control Panels CP600

Various control panels in different screen sizes provide comprehensive HMI functions for a wide range of applications. The engineering tool PB610 Panel Builder 600, part of Automation Builder, ensures easy scalability on the CP600 platform. The new CP600 control panels with 7”, 10.4” and 15” screens provide state-of-the-art performance and comprehensive HMI functions for a wide range of applications. The same front dimensions, cutouts, screen resolutions and interfaces as the previous generation of CP600 panels ensure an easy upgrade for significantly increased performance.

B&K Precision: DAS1800 Precision Grows Data Acquisition Recorder Line with New Modular Solution
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B&K Precision: DAS1800 Precision Grows Data Acquisition Recorder Line with New Modular Solution

B&K Precision announced the expansion of its Data Acquisition Recorder line with the DAS1800. This all-in-one unit offers an extensive set of features with an all new user-friendly interface designed to reduce the learning curve and improve overall efficiency. It also raises the bar for performance and configurability. The DAS1800 provides sample rates of up to 1 MSa/s, a configurable base unit with 10 module slots, large internal solid-state drive of 2 TB, a 15.6” Full HD multi-touch display, and optional internal battery lasting up to 3.5 hours on a single charge.