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RemotEye HMI
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Toshiba: RemotEye HMI for the Toshiba 480VDC SCiB Energy Storage System

Toshiba International Corporation (TIC) has recently released the RemotEye Human-Machine Interface (HMI), designed for the Toshiba 480VDC SCiB (Lithium Titanate Oxide or LTO) Energy Storage System (ESS). The RemotEye HMI is composed of a seven-inch touchscreen graphic display providing users with in-depth analytics and operational details of their SCiB Energy Storage Systems.

RS Unveils New Circuit Simulator Tool for DesignSpark Users on the 13th Anniversary of the Engineering Community
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RS Unveils New Circuit Simulator Tool for DesignSpark Users on the 13th Anniversary of the Engineering Community

RS recently announced the launch of a new circuit simulator tool for use by the 1.3 million members of the DesignSpark engineering community. The announcement coincides with the 13th anniversary of DesignSpark, which was on July 5th, 2010. In partnership with Siemens Digital Industries Software’s PartQuest Explore team, all DesignSpark members, regardless of their subscription option, will have access to the new DesignSpark Circuit Simulator tool. This browser-based tool provides a comprehensive environment for designing, modeling, simulating, and analyzing electronic and mechatronic circuits and systems.

Beckhoff: EL2068 EtherCAT Terminal, 8-Channel Digital Output, with Channel Diagnostics
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Beckhoff: EL2068 EtherCAT Terminal, 8-Channel Digital Output, with Channel Diagnostics

The EL2068 digital output terminal connects the binary control signals of the automation device to the actuators at process level with electrical isolation. This EtherCAT Terminal contains eight channels, which display their signal status by means of LEDs. The integrated diagnostics can be evaluated in the controller and are indicated by the LEDs. A diagnostic bit is set for the affected channel if there is an overload. The diagnostics serve to simplify the maintenance of the application.

WAGO: IoT Box – Ready-to-Use Solutions for Industry 4.0
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WAGO: IoT Box – Ready-to-Use Solutions for Industry 4.0

Integrating machines and systems into the “Internet of Things” is incredibly simple with WAGO’s IoT Box. The complete system is ready for immediate use and offers all the functions required for digitalization from signal acquisition to cloud connectivity. The IoT Box was designed as a plug-and-play device – no hardware engineering is needed. Collected data is transferred to the desired IoT application with just a few parameter settings.

Bel Fuse: MEPG300/MEPG500 AC-DC Switching Power Supplies – New Efficient GaN Power Technology Extension
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Bel Fuse: MEPG300/MEPG500 AC-DC Switching Power Supplies – New Efficient GaN Power Technology Extension

Bel Fuse Inc has recently announced the expansion of the EOS Power Series with the addition of MEPG300 and MEPG500 devices, designed specifically for medical applications and based on new, efficient Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology. The MEPG300 and MEPG500 are convection-cooled units, eliminating the need for fan maintenance and removing unnecessary audible/ambient noise and vibration, which can be unsuitable for a variety of medical applications.

binder: 696 Series Harsh Environment Connector (HEC) – Power for Outdoors
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binder: 696 Series Harsh Environment Connector (HEC) – Power for Outdoors

binder presents the 696-series Harsh-Environment Connector (HEC) for outdoor use in extreme weather, dust, humidity, contact with liquids, extreme temperatures, or vibrations. The power connector was engineered for versatile power supply in both the low- and high-voltage segments under particularly harsh conditions. Its compact design supports the supply of equipment or assemblies, such as drive units, in confined spaces.

VL3
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Phoenix Contact: Valueline 3 (VL3) Fully Configurable Industrial PC

Phoenix Contact’s newest industrial PC (IPC) combines reliable CPU operation with increased performance power. The Valueline 3 (VL3) is designed for applications in rugged environments, ensuring machine uptime in demanding conditions. The CPUs are selected from Intel’s embedded long-term roadmap, so users can be confident the CPUs will be available for seven to 15 years.

Weidmuller Develops New Models of PV DC Combiner Boxes to Increase Efficiency in Solar Energy Applications
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Weidmuller Develops New Models of PV DC Combiner Boxes to Increase Efficiency in Solar Energy Applications

Recently, Weidmuller USA was pleased to announce new models of Photovoltaic (PV) DC Combiner Boxes designed to operate large-scale PV systems more efficiently. With the planned expansion of the Weidmuller facility in Richmond, all of these models and more renewable energy solutions will soon be produced in the USA.

CUI Devices: New PTN16 Series Rotary Potentiometer Series Offers Single or Dual Gang Options
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CUI Devices: New PTN16 Series Rotary Potentiometer Series Offers Single or Dual Gang Options

CUI Devices’ Motion & Control Group recently announced the introduction of a new rotary potentiometer series offering single or dual gang models as well as dual gang options with an on-off switch. The PTN16 series is housed in a 16.5 mm package with shaft lengths of 15, 20, 25, or 30 mm and D-cut or knurled shaft styles. Ideal for control inputs for electronic circuits and audio control applications, the PTN16 models feature resistance ratings from 1 to 2000 kΩ, a rotational life of 10,000 cycles, and a variety of terminal configurations.

IDEC: New RC Series PCB Relays – Industrial-Grade Power Handling in a Low-Profile Form Factor
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IDEC: New RC Series PCB Relays – Industrial-Grade Power Handling in a Low-Profile Form Factor

IDEC Corporation has recently announced the release of their new RC Series printed circuit board (PCB) relays, with features supporting a wide range of industrial-grade applications. These relays come in several low-profile configurations, provide high-capacity power switching, and perform reliably even in challenging environments. The RC Series replaces and upgrades the proven RJxV Series PCB mount relays.

Rockwell Automation: ArmorKinetix Distributed Servo Drive
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Rockwell Automation: ArmorKinetix Distributed Servo Drive

Recently, Rockwell Automation, Inc. was pleased to launch ArmorKinetix Distributed Servo Drives. This new distributed servo drive is an extension of the Kinetix 5700 platform and provides customers with a scalable drive solution that helps them deliver leaner, greener, and more powerful machine designs. Manufacturers are increasingly seeking scalable solutions that simplify their machine control architectures, minimize the number of components, reduce manufacturing time, and optimize productivity.

Fibox Partners with Jameco Electronics to Introduce High-Quality Indoor and Outdoor Enclosures
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Fibox Partners with Jameco Electronics to Introduce High-Quality Indoor and Outdoor Enclosures

July 28, 2023 Fibox is excited to announce its collaboration with Jameco Electronics, a trusted source of electronic components and tools. As part of this partnership, Fibox’s superior-quality enclosures will now be available in Jameco Electronics’ line card, offering customers a comprehensive range of top-notch solutions for their electronic equipment protection needs. Designed for a…

Schneider Electric: PowerLogic EM3500 Series
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Schneider Electric: PowerLogic EM3500 Series

The EM3500 series meters can be installed on standard DIN rail or surface mounted as needed. Pulse output and phase alarms provide additional versatility. There are four unique models to fit your power monitoring needs. The Modbus and BACnet output options offer added flexibility for system integration. The data logging capability (EM3555 and EM3560) protects data in the event of a power failure. Modbus, pulse output, and phase alarms are all provided to suit a wide variety of applications.

Weidmuller: Klippon Steel Enclosures
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Weidmuller: Klippon Steel Enclosures

Klippon steel enclosures are designed to provide protection for your installed components against the most demanding environmental impacts, indoor and outdoor. With this extensive product range, Weidmuller meets the highest requirements. Simple integration, expansion, and individualisation are achieved by a large range of matching accessories. This is how Weidmuller manufactures Klippon enclosures, exactly according to your wishes.

DQS Series
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Mersen Introduces DQS Series Fast-Acting DC Fuses

Mersen has recently announced its latest DC (Direct Current) high performance round body fuses; the D100QS and D70QS high-speed fuses. D100QS and D70QS high-speed fuses are Mersen’s next evolution for the protection of high-power conversion applications for those industries shifting to DC systems. DQS series fuses are specifically designed to reduce the I2t, peak let-through current, and arc voltages during fault conditions to protect applications such as battery charging systems and other DC components like relays and contactors.

Online Components: 1557 Series Type 4/4X, 6/6P Polycarbonate and ABS Plastic Enclosures from Hammond Manufacturing
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Online Components: 1557 Series Type 4/4X, 6/6P Polycarbonate and ABS Plastic Enclosures from Hammond Manufacturing

Ideally suited for mounting printed circuit boards, the 1557 Series can be used in a tabletop configuration or two different wall-mount configurations. Available in black or gray ABS plastic or polycarbonate which carry ratings of IP66 and IP68, respectively.