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 Operator panel.
Designed for the factory floor, webLink 12 is a flat-panel
that includes an embedded analog resistive touch screen and
operates with Windows98, WindowsNT or Linux. The web browser
supports Java and JavaScript. Ann Arbor Technologies,
Ann Arbor, MI. Free info--Circle 786. http://www.OneRS.net/105df-786
 DC interface panels. This company added a series of standard and custom
DC power breaker interface panels that can include high or
low voltage cut-off protection, EMI noise suppression, individual
position monitoring and control. Spectrum Control Inc,
Fairview, PA. Free info--Circle 787. http://www.OneRS.net/105df-787
Line scan sensor.
With complete signal processing and data transmission
capabilities, pocket-sized retro-reflective PosCon ZADM 22
line scan sensor provides a low cost width, edge and center
position sensing. Standard measuring ranges are 30, 150 and
350mm. Targets may be programmed using onboard teach-in buttons.
The unit can either display analog values (4-20 mA) or send
data to the serial interface. Baumer Electric Ltd, Southington,
CT. Free info--Circle 780. http://www.OneRS.net/105df-780
 Remote sensors.
SmartImage CCD-based sensors perform identification and
data capture by reading bar codes to deliver part-tracking
and inventory control, communicate information to robot and
motion controllers for positioning and report inspection results.
DVT Corp, Norcross, GA. Free info--Circle
788. http://www.OneRS.net/105df-788
Flowmeters. For
measuring both liquids and gases, Precision Turbine flowmeters
are available with eighteen overlapping flow rates ranging
between 0.125 and 12,000 gal/min with linearity of 0.25 to
0.5 and 0.02 to 0.1% repeatability for a 10:1 range. Sponsler
Co Inc, Westminster, NC. Free info--Circle 789.
http://www.OneRS.net/105df-789
Vision system.
Offering more than 50 frames per second, VC 2065 smart
camera system has a resolution of 800 x 600 pixels. It interfaces
with an included TI DSP processor with 10 Mb flash ROM (expandable
to 66 Mb) and an 8-bit graphical overlay. Also offered is
optically isolated industrial I/O (eight 24-V inputs and one
high-speed 5-V I/O) and an RS232 interface. Measuring 100
x 50 x 36 mm the system weighs 250 g. Vision Components,
Burlington, MA. Free info--Circle 781. http://www.OneRS.net/105df-781
 Ethernet/IP module.
Designed as a universal internet interface for industrial
products, AnyBus-S ethernet/IP module allows 10- or 100-Mbit/s
baud rates and has a 2048-byte I/O data capacity. Ethernet/IP
is based on the same CIP as DeviceNet and ControlNet. HMS
Industrial Networks Inc, Chicago, IL. Free info--Circle
790. http://www.OneRS.net/105df-790
Miniature capacitor.
Weighing only a few grams, the tantalum Hybrid capacitor
has a capacitance of 8mF at a rating of 5.5 volts inside a
case only 1.4mm thick. A technical paper is available online.
Evans Capacitor Co, E Providence, RI. Free
info--Circle 791. http://www.OneRS.net/105df-791
 Bleed valves. Providing instrumentation line bleed on air, gas, vapor
and steam service, 6DB series blow down valves performs within
-65°F and 1200°F at working pressures up to 6,000
psig. Constructed of 316 stainless steel, the valve's union
bonnet design prevents accidental disassembly. Straight- and
angle-pattern bodies and various end connections are available.
Flow coefficient is rated at 0.86, with a 0.25-in. orifice.
Swagelok, Solon, OH. Free info--Circle 782.
http://www.OneRS.net/105df-782
 Bearing supports. With foot or face mounting options, "BM"
bearing supports feature back-to-back DB high-capacity angular
contact bearings and fit type "C" end machining.
They are factory lubricated with seals for long life. Rockford
Ball Screw Co, Rockford, IL. Free info--Circle
792. http://www.OneRS.net/105df-792
Power cable.
With a smaller diameter than previous cables, the water-resistant
SPE Stage Lighting and Power cable withstands -50°C to
105°C temperatures. It resists abrasion, impact, crushing,
water, oil and sunlight for indoor/outdoor use. American
Insulated Wire Corp, Pawtucket, RI. Free info--Circle
793. http://www.OneRS.net/105df-793
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