| July 08, 2014 | Volume 10 Issue 26 |
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 | Completely Updated New Full Line Catalog:
Full of New Fasteners
Micro Plastics introduces its new 300-page catalog #40 containing thousands of fastening solutions for engineers and product designers. Find hundreds of new problem-solving products, including Spacers, Washers, Clips, Clamps, Ties, Bushings, Screws, Nuts, Rivets, and Plugs. Micro Plastics specializes in Nylon threaded fasteners, but the company also offers extensive product lines for wire management and circuit board hardware. FREE samples are available upon request.
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 | 3D-printer filament is 50 times more abrasion resistant than ABS and PLA
igus' new Tribo-filament uses the same proven technology as igus' iglide bearings. Tested countess times in our in-house lab, this is the first 3D printer filament specifically developed for dynamic applications. Create custom, wear-resistant bearings, prototypes, or other components with excellent strength and wear-resistance. Two materials available to sample, full spools available soon.
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 | Mike Likes:
Replace Darlington transistor arrays in high-voltage systems
Texas Instruments has introduced the industry's first seven-channel, NMOS low-side driver, replacing standard Darlington transistor arrays with a power-efficient, drop-in compatible integrated circuit (IC). The TPL7407L replaces half of the transistor arrays required to drive high-current loads, providing a new option for high-voltage systems that previously required a number of transistor arrays or a motor driver. Reducing power by 40 percent, this new device efficiently drives the LED matrix, relay, or stepper motor in applications such as white goods, building automation, lighting, and HVAC.
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 | Switches designed to impress
The FP series 30-mm series pushbutton switch from APEM features a 30-mm diameter bushing and is available with a fully illuminated plunger or laser-etched illuminated symbols. Snap-in and threaded bushing models available. These highly visible pushbutton switches are ideal for vehicle dashboards, passenger, and freight applications including tractors, buses, trucks, and automotive, as well as defense, security, and medical instrumentation. Chrome-plated version available.
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 | Springs any way you like 'em
Myers Spring Company produces quality, fine wire precision springs with wire diameters ranging from 0.006 in. to 0.719 in. These springs are produced from a range of materials and are integral components for a variety of products, including high tech-precision instruments, military applications, industrial, automotive, agricultural equipment, appliances, toys, and many other consumer products. The company's new website features offers easy-to-navigate buttons highlighting the company's products, videos, lean production, value-added services, history, and more.
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 | Custom washers, stampings for aerospace
Custom washers and stampings from Boker's, Inc. can accommodate nearly any aerospace and aviation application, including avionics, flight control systems, airframes, engines, hydraulic, pneumatic, and other aviation equipment that requires specific, unique specifications. Custom washers are available in outside diameters ranging from .080 in. to 12 in. Boker's custom stamping offering includes flat blanking and piercings in sizes up to 12 in. x 12 in., metal forming in thicknesses from .005 in. to .134 in., and draws up to 3 in. deep and 8 in. in diameter. Material choices include 2,000 metallic or non-metallic options, low-carbon sheet steel, various super alloys, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, copper, and nickel silver. Non-metallic materials include ABS, acetal, polyester, nylon, MD nylon, polycarbonate, fiber, polyethylene and NEMA grade laminates.
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 | Open system linear position sensors
Novotechnik, U.S. introduces the PTP Series of open-housing position sensors. These cost-effective sensors are designed to be integrated into applications where they can be mounted in enclosed devices. Custom wiper interfaces are available. PTP Series sensors feature an ultra-compact profile of 13 mm (w) by 11.6 mm (h). Length is dependent on the application and typically is between 10 mm and 300 mm. Integral guides and mounting clamps make mounting quick, and other mounting options can be made. These sensors enable users to minimize costs in their applications, because the PTP Series can be ordered without a rod and side-actuated.
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| | Videos+: Technologies and inspiration in action |
Vacuum cups feature super-soft Varioflex material
A new suction cup design from FIPA features a special polyurethane that combines a stable body (black, 60° Shore) with a soft, flexible sealing lip (red, 30° Shore). The soft yet extremely wear-resistant sealing lip offers the highest level of flexibility when handling uneven, rough, or textured products and is ideal for products that are still being coated or that have already undergone surface finishing. The robust Varioflex cups cover a wide range of automation applications in which high resistance to mechanical abrasion, oil, and ozone is required.
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