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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.

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.

Littelfuse: KSC2 Tactile Switch Series with Precise Electrical Height
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Littelfuse: KSC2 Tactile Switch Series with Precise Electrical Height

Littelfuse, Inc. has recently announced a product update on the C&K Switches KSC2 Sealed Tactile Switch product line. This surface-mounted, waterproof tactile switch series now incorporates the Electrical Height enhancement. The KSC2 series of tactile switches for surface-mount technology (SMT) is an IP67-rated, 3.5 mm high momentary-action tactile switch featuring a soft actuator. The switches are available in several models and provide numerous electrical lifespans that can withstand various operating forces.

Red Lion: New N-Tron NT116 Unmanaged 16-Port Industrial Ethernet Switch Supports Mission-Critical Operations in Rugged Environments
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Red Lion: New N-Tron NT116 Unmanaged 16-Port Industrial Ethernet Switch Supports Mission-Critical Operations in Rugged Environments

Red Lion is pleased to announce the launch of N-Tron NT116 unmanaged industrial Ethernet switch, designed for industrial applications needing dependable performance for mission-critical applications under harsh conditions. The NT116 unmanaged switch offers exceptional reliability and performance for data acquisition, Ethernet I/O and process control. Compact in size and including 16 high performance copper ports (10/100BaseTX RJ45), the unit is housed in a rugged industrial metal enclosure. The NT116 offers high shock and vibration tolerance, and all ports have built in ESD and surge protection.

Weidmuller USA: New WI-IO-9-U3 Wireless Mesh Networking IO and Gateway Expands Long-Range Connectivity
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Weidmuller USA: New WI-IO-9-U3 Wireless Mesh Networking IO and Gateway Expands Long-Range Connectivity

Weidmuller USA has expanded the company’s wireless radio line with the WI-IO-9-U3 wireless transceiver. This new product combines multi I/O, modem and gateway functionality – as well as IoT connectivity – into a single device, providing an all-in-one solution to improve overall system performance. “The WI-IO-9-U3 extends long-range communications to sensors in local and remote locations, including those that are very difficult to reach,” said Ken Crawford, Senior Director of Automation for Weidmuller USA.  “This ensures seamless data collection and monitoring from even the most challenging environments.”

ABB: CR-M Pluggable Miniature Relays
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ABB: CR-M Pluggable Miniature Relays

The ABB CR-M pluggable miniature interface relay range is used for electrical isolation, amplification and signal matching between the electronic controls – PLCs, iPCs or field bus systems – and the sensor / actuator level. The CR-M range offers up to 4 contacts in one relay and an integrated test button that makes circuit checks quick and easy. There are 13 different coil voltages to suite applications worldwide. A gold contact version is also available for switch-sensitive signals. Complete versions consisting of a relay, socket, holder, marker and function module are avaialble in this range.

AutomationDirect: NITRA CPS9E Series Dovetail Cylinder Position Switches
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AutomationDirect: NITRA CPS9E Series Dovetail Cylinder Position Switches

AutomationDirect has added NITRA CPS9E series cylinder position switches which are compact general-purpose switches designed to detect the position of a pneumatic cylinder’s magnetic piston. This feedback can be used by a control system to determine cylinder position, cycle count, and to confirm operation. These switches are manufactured specifically to fit into extruded or machined 1/4-inch 60-degree dovetail slots. They are superior to reed switches since they utilize solid-state technology with no moving parts for a longer life.

Russelectric, A Siemens Business: ATS Remote Annunciator
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Russelectric, A Siemens Business: ATS Remote Annunciator

Russelectric, A Siemens Business, introduces its new ATS Remote Annunciator (RTS-RA), a powerful accessory that brings together data from multiple Automatic Transfer Switches into a single display. The remote annunciator is designed to be configured by the customer. It allows monitoring of the position and status of up to eight Russelectric ATS types RTSCD and RPTCS, as well as viewing power data for each ATS and accessing current alarms and logged historical alarms. Users can initiate load tests and set timers remotely using the RS-422/485 Protocol to ATS. In addition, there is the ability to configure email alerts for alarms.

RS PRO Control Panel Products Improve Automation Efficiency
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RS PRO Control Panel Products Improve Automation Efficiency

RS offers an extensive selection of RS PRO brand control panel products ideally suited for improving automation efficiency and overcoming common challenges in applications extending throughout the industrial market. Companies in the energy, utilities, and process manufacturing industries are under immense pressure to improve efficiency, productivity, and profitability and deliver value in the face of market challenges ranging from supply chain disruptions, rising energy costs, and inflation to skilled labor shortages, unplanned downtime, and the persistent need to continually enhance customer and employee experiences to better retain both.

ZETTLER: AZSR170 High-Performance 70A Power Relay for Solar and EV Charging Applications With Optional Monitoring Contact
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ZETTLER: AZSR170 High-Performance 70A Power Relay for Solar and EV Charging Applications With Optional Monitoring Contact

With a switching capacity of up to 70 amps / 600 VAC (normally open contact 1FormA) and a optional normally closed mirror contact (1FormB) for welding monitoring, this relay sets new standards in terms of performance and reliability in a compact design. The AZSR170 offers an impressive switching performance of up to 50,000 switching cycles and a variety of features, including optional monitoring contact according to EN60947-4-1 and a large contact gap of 3.42 mm.

celduc relais: Three-Phase SSRs
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celduc relais: Three-Phase SSRs

celduc relais offers a wide range of solid-state relays for controlling three-phase loads. Available options include the SHT models, a range of three-phase AC solid-state relays designed in a single low prfile package to provide control of medium power in three-phase applications, and the SGT 2G models, with a c3lpac range of a standard three-phase range with different connections that are available for power wiring (with screws connection of spring terminals) and for control wiring (with screws connection or with a 4-pin pluggable spring connector), and more.

RS PRO Industrial Control and Communication Products Provide an Unparalleled Combination of Quality, Choice, and Value
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RS PRO Industrial Control and Communication Products Provide an Unparalleled Combination of Quality, Choice, and Value

RS offers an extensive selection of RS PRO brand industrial control and communication products engineered to deliver an optimal combination of quality, choice, and value and proven in a wide range of industrial environments. Industrial control and communication solutions — including wire and cable, power management products, test and measurement devices, proximity sensors, axial fans, and Ethernet switches — are essential for achieving the reliable and resilient power delivery and data communication that industrial automation systems require.

CUI Devices: Power Relays Line Adds Over 300 New SKUs
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CUI Devices: Power Relays Line Adds Over 300 New SKUs

CUI Devices’ Relays Group has recently announced the expansion of its line of power relays with the addition of over 300 new SKUs. Ideal for high-level current switching in a range of industrial applications, measurement and control equipment, and safety systems, CUI Devices’ power relays offer max switching currents from 5 A up to 40 A. The PR family of power relays features SPST (1 Form A), SPDT (1 Form C), DPST (2 Form A), or DPDT (2 Form C) contact forms, a variety of contact ratings, and silver alloy or silver tin oxide overlay contact materials.

AutomationDirect: Gefran GQ and GRSH Series Solid State Relays
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AutomationDirect: Gefran GQ and GRSH Series Solid State Relays

AutomationDirect has added Gefran GQ and GRSH series solid state relays that feature a wide range of contact ratings and input and output voltages. They are available in DIN rail or panel mounting styles and offer a variety of overload and thermal protection options. Gefran GQ series “hockey puck” style panel mount solid state relays, available in contact ratings from 15 to 90A, include thermal mounting pads, overload and thermal protection, and screw or push-in-spring terminal connection styles. Optional heatsinks are also available for high-power applications.

AutomationDirect: Productivity1000 and Productivity2000 Relay & TTL Modules
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AutomationDirect: Productivity1000 and Productivity2000 Relay & TTL Modules

AutomationDirect has added new discrete and relay I/O expansion modules to the Productivity PLC family. For the Productivity1000 PLC series, a 4-channel, high current relay output module is now available. This module provides up to 7A/point for both DC and AC control circuits and features four Form C (normally open/normally closed) contacts. For the Productivity2000 PLC series, a 6-channel, high current (7A/point) relay output module is available. A 16-point low voltage discrete input module and a 16-point low voltage discrete output module have also been added.

Elesa: Handles with Monostable Switch and LED Indicator Light
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Elesa: Handles with Monostable Switch and LED Indicator Light

The M.2000-SWM Handles from Elesa are engineered to offer a superior ergonomic grip while incorporating advanced features that ensure precise control and immediate feedback. The integration of a monostable switch and LED indicator light sets a new standard in industrial handle design, providing users with a versatile and reliable solution for their operational needs. This…