Friday, July 24, 2015

Phoenix Contact BL Rack-Mount 2U/4U Industrial PCs


Powerful BL Series Rack-Mount PCs from Phoenix Contact provide the right solution for sophisticated applications and a wide range of different tasks in your industry.  These configurable 19-inch industrial PCs are available in both 2U and 4U form factors.  Each form factor provides various expansion options and drive bays, as well as a choice of CPU and operating system options.

FEATURES
  • Tailored to the 19" rack format with 2 height units or 4 height units
  • Suitable for every application, thanks to scalable, powerful, and energy-efficient 4th Generation Intel processors
  • Can be extended via PCI/PCIe slots
  • High system availability and data security, thanks to RAID support (0/1/5/10)
  • Easy maintenance, thanks to two or three hot swappable drives
  • Increased security, thanks to lockable front flap


Wednesday, July 22, 2015

TURCK Ultrasonic Sensors


TURCK is pleased to announce their new family of teachable ultrasonic sensors. The new ultrasonic sensor series from TURCK enables the user to cover large sensing ranges with fewer sensor variants and short blind zones. The sensors are available in 18mm and 30mm barrel housings with sensing ranges from 40cm to 300cm. Designed for rugged industrial applications, these sensors are IP67 rated and an ideal solution for object detection and liquid level applications.

In order to offer the right sensor for every application, TURCK has increased the versatility of the individual models. The simple compact version of the RU40 and RU100 modules enables the user to set the sensing range as well as NC and NO switching outputs with a teach adapter. The standard sensor versions also enable the setting of switch windows and two separate switching points, either by a teach adapter or via a teach button directly on the sensor.The high-end versions can be operated as a switch or as an analog sensor. Different operating modes, temperature compensation or the output function can also be set via IO-Link. If several sensors are installed next to each other, the customer can set the sensor parameters in synchronization or multiplex mode, in order to prevent mutual interference of the sensors. An optional USB master is also available which enables interface and parameterization of high-end sensors via IO-Link.

TURCK has developed a series of training videos to detail the features and benefits of each variant, and how to program the different output types. The videos can be found on TURCK’s YouTube Channel, TurckTV, or by clicking on one of these links:
http://youtu.be/0p-zKBsxFMo, http://youtu.be/Ya0KhseSyMg, and http://youtu.be/9xRHXp8uwbw. 

There is also a brochure on
TURCK’s ultrasonic offering that can be downloaded here: http://old.turck.us/assets/B1104_Ultrasonic_Sensors.zip.

TURCK High Performance Ultrasonic Sensors Press Release

TURCK Technical Datasheets

Red Lion Multi-Carrier 4G LTE RTUs


Sixnet® series RAM® and IndustrialPro® cellular automation products by Red Lion now offer 4G LTE multi-carrier cellular support for major North American carriers. Multi-carrier capabilities enable customers to simplify deployment and reduce inventory requirements by selecting from a list of preconfigured wireless carriers that include AT&T, BELL Mobility, Rogers, TELUS and Verizon Wireless.

With 4G LTE support for multiple carriers in each unit, customers using Red Lion’s RAM cellular RTUs and IndustrialPro routers can easily select and switch between wireless carriers to alleviate varying cellular coverage or bandwidth issues without having to replace equipment. In addition, a powerful built-in event engine can trigger I/O or send SMS text messages based on real-time data to provide automation engineers, technicians, production managers and network operators local control and real-time remote monitoring of field-deployed assets.

“Industrial customers with remote sites choose  cellular communications due to the ease of use and scalability of deployment without having to worry about cost or maintenance of other wireless technologies,” said Paul Bunnell, product manager at Red Lion Controls. “By providing multi-carrier support on our cellular RTUs and routers in North America, customers now have even more flexibility with their deployments to select and change carriers without having to replace hardware. This can save a great deal of time and money, especially for customers monitoring hundreds or thousands of devices.”
Red Lion’s cellular automation devices combine optional I/O and Wi-Fi with active GPS and multiple serial and Ethernet ports to securely monitor remote devices over a 4G LTE cellular network with fallback to 3G. Ideal for deployment in industrial M2M networks such as oil and gas, water/wastewater, utility, transportation and mining applications, RAM and IndustrialPro cellular RTUs and routers provide a seamless network extension to remote locations.
With hardened metal enclosures, a wide operating temperature range and industry certifications to ensure safe operation in hazardous locations, our cellular automation products securely monitor remote devices to enable reliable operation in critical environments.

Red Lion Multi-Carrier 4G LTE RTUs

Red Lion Technical Datasheets

Wednesday, July 15, 2015

Schneider Electric HMIGTU Interface



The Magelis HMIGTU just got even better! 

The new 12.1 inch W-LAN Embedded Screen by Schneider Electric provides an access point to remotely connect to the machine without the use of third-party routers. The Magelis GTU W-LAN is a smart product that significantly enhances machine connectivity, with a wireless connection between the GTU – including all devices connected to the two Ethernet ports – and any wireless enabled device. This screen is a perfect complement to the Magelis remote connectivity via our Vijeo Design Air and Air Plus apps. 

Schneider Electric HMIGTU Interface

Schneider Electric Technical Datasheets

TURCK QR24 Rotary Inductive Sensor



TURCK has added a variant with a CANopen interface to its QR24 rotary inductive sensor series. The new wear-free QR24-CAN variant is ideally equipped for use in mobile machines and industrial applications. 

Fast response times as well as a cyclical and event-driven communication are only two of the many benefits of the CANopen protocol, which is frequently used in the Mobile Equipment industry. 

These applications include:
  • crane and lifting technology 
  • transport systems 
  • construction machinery
  • special machine building. 
All QR24 sensors use resistance inductive capacitance (RLC) measuring technology to process and communicate position. Each sensor is manufactured with printed emitter and receiver coil systems fully potted within the housing. When the emitter coils are activated with a high-frequency AC field, they produce an inductive RLC circuit with the positioning element. The position of that element is processed based on the induced signal to the receiver coils in the sensors. Thanks to its intelligent mounting concept using adapter rings, the permanently sealed IP69K sensors can be fitted on all standard shafts with diameters up to 20 millimeters. TURCK also offers the QR24 with an SSI interface, incremental output and analog voltage/current output.

Tuesday, July 14, 2015

Honeywell ABP Series Pressure Sensors


The Basic Amplified ABP Series by Honeywell is a piezoresistive silicon pressure sensor offering a ratiometric analog or digital output for reading pressure over the specified full scale pressure span and temperature range.


The ABP Series is fully calibrated and temperature compensated for sensor offset, sensitivity, temperature effects and accuracy errors (which include non-linearity, repeatability and hysteresis) using an on-board Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC). Calibrated output values for pressure are updated at approximately 1 kHz for analog and 2 kHz for digital. The ABP Series is calibrated over the temperature range of 0 °C to 50 °C [32 °F to 122 °F]. The sensor is characterized for operation from a single power supply of either 3.3 Vdc or 5.0 Vdc. These sensors measure gage and differential pressures.The Basic Amplified pressure sensors are intended for use with non-corrosive, non-ionic gases, such as air and other dry gases. 

The following options extend the performance of these sensors to non-corrosive liquids.
• No silicone gel coating: The input port is limited to non-corrosive, non-ionic media such as dry air and gases and should not be exposed to condensation. The gases are limited to media that are compatible with high temperature polyamide, silicone, alumina ceramic, silicon, gold, and glass.
• Silicone gel coating: Uses the same materials in the wetted media path but is protected from condensation by a siliconebased gel coating; allows use in applications where condensation may occur. 

All products are designed and manufactured according to ISO 9001 standards.

Features:
• Proprietary Honeywell technology
• Protected by multiple global patents
• Industry-leading long-term stability: ±0.25 %FSS
• Total Error Band (TEB): ±1.5 %FSS
• Industry-leading accuracy: ±0.25 %FSS BFSL
• High burst pressures
• Industry-leading flexibility
• Wide pressure range: 60 mbar to 10 bar | 6 kPa to 1 MPa | 1 psi to 150 psi
• Meets IPC/JEDEC J-STD-020D.1 Moisture Sensitivity Level 1 requirements
• Optional internal diagnostic functions
• Energy efficient
• Output: ratiometric analog; I2C- or SPI-compatible 14-bit digital output
(min. 12-bit sensor resolution)
• Small size: As small as 8 mm x 7 mm
• REACH and RoHS compliant
• Sleep mode option (see Technical Note)
• Temperature output option
• Liquid media option

Honeywell WBX Series Wireless Limit Switches




Honeywell’s Limitless™ WBX Series combines the best of Honeywell’s MICRO SWITCH™ Heavy Duty limit switches with a point-to-point (P2P) network. It has a variety of remote or built-in antenna options. Wireless-enabled limit switches can be used for position sensing and presence/absence detection for an endless number of applications. 

The WBX Series is especially beneficial for remote monitoring applications where wiring or wire maintenance is not physically possible or economically feasible. Combining this greater flexibility with proven harsh-duty packaging can result in increased efficiencies and improved safety for machines, equipment,and operators.

Features:

  • Wireless Design
    • Radio (license-free and global) WPAN 802.15.4, 2.4 GHz, point-to-point (P2P) provides reliable, flexible, and secure wireless transmission. 
    • Up to 305 m [1000 ft] line-of-sight communication range when used with a Limitless™ WPMM Series wireless monitor, WDRR Series receiver module, or WMPR receiver module (sold separately).
    • The use of AES 128 bit encryption ensures that no unregistered node can successfully insert erroneous signals into a network or decode signals from a network, making the network secure from both eavesdropping and sabotage.
  • Remote Control and Monitoring
    • License-free RF wireless protocol standards (IEEE 802.15.4) allow for remote control and monitoring of processes and equipment.
  • Wireless Switching in Classified Atmospheres
    • Designed to be used where other wireless products can not. Hazardous location approvals allow it to be used in a wide range of classified atmospheres, allowing for greater flexibility, making the Limitless™ WBX product application adaptable.
  • Well-Suited For Tough Environments
    • IP67 (self certified), NEMA 4 sealed metal enclosure, with direct or remote mount antenna options, allows for use in most harsh environments. Powder-coated aluminum housing enhances durability and resistance to corrosion.
  • Reconfigurable
    • Able to reconfigure multiple WBX Series switches easily allows for adding, subtracting, or relocating of Limitless™ WBX Series switches. Eliminates issues with wire connection integrity on moving equipment.
  • Reduces Costs
    • Can reduce installation and maintenance costs because there are no wires, conduit, strain relief, clips, connectors, connection boxes, etc.
  • Off-The-Shelf Batteries
    • Batteries are available from electrical supply houses and distributors. They are readily available worldwide, thereby eliminating the need for specialized batteries.
  • Global Use
    • Designed for global availability, the WBX Series is suitable for use in most customer applications, simplifying the design-in process, eliminating tooling costs,and reducing manufacturing labor costs.

    Honeywell LTP Series Temperature Sensors



    Honeywell’s Low Temperature Passive Probes, LTP Series,
    are a modular range of temperature sensors designed for
    potential use in transportation applications. 

    The LTP Series feature a durable, closed-tip design that maximizes reliability in harsh applications. The sensor’s thermistor sensing element effectively senses liquids and gases because of its enhanced sensitivity, accuracy and reliability. Easy-to-install threaded mounting provides reliable operation in harsh environments. Numerous options—from mechanical and electrical interface— simplify installation, allow customers to meet their specific application needs, and facilitate backwards-compatibility with most existing applications.

    FEATURES
    • Temperature range: -40 °C to 150 °C [-40 °F to 302 °F]
    • Response time [T63.2% of 25 °C to 85 °C step]: stirred silicon
    oil < 15s; stirred water < 15s; air flow 10 m/s < 20s
    • Accuracy:
    - -40 °C to 25 °C [-40 °F to 77 °F]: ±2.5 °C
    - 25 °C to 100 °C [77 °F to 212 °F]: ±0.8 °C
    - 100 °C to 125 °C [212 °F to 257 °F]: ±2.0 °C
    - 125 °C to 150 °C [257 °F to 302 °F]: ±3.5 °C
    • Electrical interface: Deutsch 2 position (AMP Minitimer,
    Bosch Kompakt, Delphi Metri-Pack, AMP Seal 16, and AMP
    Superseal connector style variants available upon request)
    • Probe length options: 20 mm to 50 mm
    • Mechanical fastening options: M10 to M18, 3/4 UNF, and
    G 1/4 (other threads available on request)
    • Retainer ring with hex: provides complete location for socket wrench in axial and radial directions, enabling the operator to first locate the sensor inside the socket freely and more easily install the sensor
    • Insulation resistance between I/O pin and the sensor’s
    housing: >10 MOhm at 250 Vdc, 25 °C [77 °F]
    • Ingress protection: IP67
    • Vibration: 30 g sine wave,10 Hz to 2000 Hz
    • Mechanical shock: 50 g
    • Service pressure: 10 bar
    • Burst pressure: 40 bar

    Wire harness (with or without a connector) or other sensing elements (PTC or RTD) available upon request

    Honeywell LTP Series Temperature Sensors

    Honeywell Technical Datasheets

    SMC MRHQ Rotary Gripper


    Improved MRHQ rotary gripper presented by SMC Pneumatics is suitable for holding and reversing workpieces on transfer lines.

    Features:
    • Improved amount of mounting freedom
    • Modular construction
    • Compact bearings add to a light weight and compact design
    • Compact integration of gripping and rotating functions
    • Eliminates the rotating deflection of piping and wiring caused by the combination of equipment
    • Longitudinal dimension reduced by approx. 20% compared with the combined product
    • 2 standard rotation angles of 9 and 180°
    • Equipped with standard magnet for auto switch retrofitting

    Friday, July 10, 2015

    Phoenix Contact FL mGuard Router


    The FL mGuard product line from Phoenix Contact gives you rugged, industrially rated security devices that include firewall, routing, and optional VPN functionality for industrial networks. These high-level, Layer-3 functions are essential for protecting your industrial network, connecting to office or enterprise networks, and for remote VPN support – either point to point or using the award-winning mGuard Secure Cloud service..

    These new security appliances combine the powerful new mGuard hardware platform with the reliable mGuard 8.x firmware. Adding the integration of 5-port unmanaged switch (in the RS2005) or a 4-port managed switch (in the RS4004) respectively, the new mGuards providing cost savings by integrating the switch hardware and simplify connecting to a number of end-devices as well as expanding the use cases with a DMZ port. The RS2005 integrates a 5-port unmanaged Ethernet switch, with automatic detection of data transmission speed of 10 or 100 Mbps (RJ45) and auto-crossing function. This is the equivalent of adding an FL SFNB 5TX unmanaged switch right into the mGuard.

    The RS4004 integrates a 4-port managed switch enabling a flexible and cost-effective option for multiport security applications in Ethernet networks. Managed switch functionality includes port mirroring, multicast filtering and querier and VLAN support. Please note, the mGuard RS4004 does not support STP, RSTP or Fast Ring layer 2 redundancy.

    FEATURES
    • mGuard powerful 8.x firmware
    • Integrated 4-port managed and 5-port unmanaged switches
    • Dedicated DMZ port adding an independent third interface to the mGuard functionality
    • RJ45 ports support a transmission speed of 10/100 Mbps
    • Quality of Service (QoS)-prioritized messages
    • High data throughput for VPN and firewall
    • As an option, 10 VPN tunnels up to 250 tunnels, IPsec (IETF) standard
    • Configurable stateful inspection firewall with full scope of functions
    • Standard routing, NAT, 1:1 NAT, port forwarding
    • Optional Common Internet File System (CIFS) Integrity Monitoring
    • Front-side SD card slot for easier configuration management
    • Extended temperature range of -20°C to 60°C
    • Web-based, Command Line interface (SSH) or SNMP v1,2,3 for configuration management
    • Size: 45 mm x 130 mm x 114 mm (W x H x D)

    SMC IZN10-X367 Ionizer



    SMC Pneumatics introduces the IZN10-X367 nozzle-type ionizer.  This variant of the IZN10 line adds a right-angle nozzle to its slim design to allow static neutralization in tight spaces.

    The IZN10 ionizer features two types of nozzles: a short-range, energy-saving nozzle, and a long range version that employs the energy of compressed air to offer static neutralization at a maximum distance of 500mm.

    FEATURES
    • Energy saving nozzle focuses on ion balance and offers static neutralization with minimal air consumption
    • High flow nozzle suitable for static neutralization at a long distance (max. 500mm)
    • Slim design: thickness dimension 16 mm
    • Nozzle can be rotated 360 degrees
    • NPN or PNP output
    • 24VDC operating voltage
    • Various bracket options available, including DIN rail mount
    • RoHS compliant


    Newport NTCB Thermocouple Terminal Blocks


    • UL Component Recognized
    • Type K, J, T, E, N, R/S and U
    • Uses Industry Standard Marker Strips for Labeling 
    • DIN Rail Mountable
    • Fully Enclosed-No End Plates Required 
    • Screw Type Terminal for Secure and Maintenance Free Connections 
    • Built-In Miniature Female Thermocouple Connector for Auditing and Troubleshooting
    • Uses Industry Standard Marker Strips for Labeling
    • Identified with Calibration and "+, -" Connections
    • Offered as single of 10/pk.

    NTCB terminal blocks from Newport Electronics mount on standard 35 mm DIN rails or 32 mm G-type rails, and are identified with calibration type and positive (+) and negative (-) connections. Wire entry is funneled to allow quick wire insertion even with stranded wire.

    Thursday, July 2, 2015

    HARTING Han® IP67 Bulkhead Housing






    HARTING’s new Han® B IP67 bulkhead mounted housings offer a compelling alternative to IP65 rated connectors.

    Ideal for applications in extreme conditions like wind turbines, construction cranes, railway, and marine installations.

    The Han® IP67 Housing, as the name implies, provides IP66 and IP67 protection, and does it for virtually the same price as a comparable IP65 rated connector. As a practical example of the difference, in the locked state, the Han® IP67 housing’s protection allows for:


    • Temporary, full immersion in water, as compared with the IP 65 rated housing which is only hose proof.
    • Special flange protects the gasket seal, preventing water from penetrating the connector.
    • Circumferential collar also prevents the seal from sliding inwards or outwards; seal stability provides additional protection against water ingress.
    • Proven Han-Easy Lock® locking system for high contact pressure. 


    The Han® B IP67 bulkhead housing is compatible with all standard Han® hoods and housings, and can be configured with any Han® insert or module, including the over 50 inserts in the Han-Modular® series. It comes in sizes 6B, 10B, 16B and 24B that fit the same standard cut-out dimensions for the existing Han® housing portfolio. The IP67 housing is ideal for applications in extreme conditions like wind turbines, construction cranes, railway and marine installations. However, HARTING also recommends it for many other applications. Since the cost difference between the Han® IP67 and comparable IP65 bulkhead housings is minimal or non-existent, there is no downside in having more protection than the situation calls for rather than too little.

    HARTING Han IP67 Bulkhead Housing

    HARTING Technical Datasheets