Automation systems
The Easy-2-Combine automation system simplifies handling tasks with small parts by using directly combinable individual components.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Centering elements for interlocking mounting
- Connections for sensors and air supply provided throughout the system
- Performs linear movements, pneumatically driven rotation movements, gripper functions
BOSCH REXROTH CORP.
Burr Ridge, Ill.
(630) 654-0170
www.boschrexroth-us.com
Circle 175
Valve sensors
Ni 4-DSU35-2DNETX5-H150 valve position sensors allow for direct connection to DeviceNet field bus networks.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Dual outputs along with actuation kit (puck) monitor rotary actuator position
- Compatible with M12 eurofast connections
- Provides open and closed positions on most 90° actuators for direct valve control
- For valve stem heights of 20, 30, or 55 mm with outer mounting hole dimensions of either 80 or 130 mm
TURCK INC.
Minneapolis, Minn.
(800) 544-7769
www.turck.com
Circle 176
Vacuum cups
Nomathane vacuum suction cups handle injection-molded plastic parts and coated optics without leaving ghost marks or mold release agents.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Pliable silicone-free material resists heat up to 356°F
- Flat, single, and multi-bellows shapes in standard ⅛ to 2 in. O.D. sizes
- Custom sizes up to 5 in. O.D.
- Wear-resistant material outlasts EPDM, TPU polyurethane, neoprene, NBR, nitrile, silicone, Viton, and vinyl
ANVER CORP.
Hudson, Mass.
(800) 654-3500
www.anver.com
Circle 177
Locking cylinders
Series CCA Advanced Locking Cylinders with integral Amlock Rod Clamp control overtravel, drifting, bouncing, and reverse traveling.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Holds the rod in any mid-stroke position
- Spring force clamping eliminates drifting
- Designed for locking reciprocating motions
- Standard bore sizes of 11/2 to 8 in., and standardstrokeupto 10 ft.
- 250 psi, with the lock releasing at 60 psi
ADVANCED MACHINE & ENGINEERING CO.
Rockford, Ill.
(815) 962-6076
www.ame.com
Circle 178
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