DeviceNet wire management
JRBS-57 I/O management system for DeviceNet features junction boxes that provide the convenience of DIN-rail mounting in an IP 20 design.
Features & benefits
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4, 6, and 8-port configurations
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Die-cast aluminum construction operates in temperatures from -13° to 158° F
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Includes BUS-in/BUS-out feature that eliminates need for separate splitter device
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Connections made with removable screw terminals that are secured to main housing with screws
Turck Inc.
(800) 544-7769
www.turck.comCircle 156
Linear axis
Lirax-M LD linear axis is designed for assembly automation and is made of a drown drawn aluminum profile that has integrated roller guides and is actuated by a linear motor.
Features & benefits
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Handles weights to 20 kg
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Two module designs — single-drive slide with feed forces of 50 to 300 N or twin-drive slide with feed force of 100 to 600 N
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Acceleration of 70 m/sec2
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Repeat accuracy of less than 0.01 mm
Schunk Inc.
(919) 572-2705
www.schunk-usa.com
Circle 157
Wheel end brake
Completely enclosed, wet, multiple-disc brake replaces standard caliper disc and drum brakes on light-duty vehicles.
Features & benefits
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40,000 lb-in. maximum static torque at 0 psi; service brake maximum dynamic torque rating of 30,000 lb-in. at 1,500 psi
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Uses common hydraulic fluid for actuation and cooling
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Spring-applied, hydraulic-release design for parking and emergency braking at each wheel
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Service braking is accomplished through pressure apply function
Mico Inc.
(507) 625-6426
www.mico.com
Circle 158
Mounted bearing units
Marathon bearing units withstand harsh operating conditions and protect in washdown environments with their corrosion-resistant, maintenance-free dual-sealing system.
Features & benefits
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Incorporate insert bearings (coated or stainless); rubber seals bonded to AISI 204 stainless steel
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HDi series cast-iron units use ZMaRC coating to eliminate flaking and chipping on nickel-plated and painted units
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XDs units have cast or stainless-steel housings and stainless insert bearings
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Composite units feature strong, lightweight, non-metallic composite housings to resist citric acids, cooking fats, and most washdown chemicals and sanitizers
MRC Bearing Services
(716) 661-2727
www.mrcbearingservices.com
Circle 159
Dc motor speed controller
DEC 24/3 1-quadrant amplifier for brushless dc motors can be used flexibly with various voltage sources as a digital speed controller and open-loop speed controller.
Features & benefits
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5 to 24 V operating range; maximum power of 3 A (intermittent to 6 A)
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Operating mode selected with DIP switch
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Speed value set with integrated potentiometer or external reference value
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Under-voltage protection prevents uncontrolled operation; blocking protection stops motor current from going below minimum speed by more than 1.5 sec
Maxon Precision Motors
(508) 677-0520
www.maxonmotorusa.com
Circle 160
Electromechanical rod actuators
DNCE electromechanical rod actuators are screw-driven with a non-rotating round piston rod and serve as a drop-in replacement for ISO 6431 pneumatic cylinders.
Features & benefits
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Leadscrew repeatability of ±0.07 mm; ballscrew repeatability of ±0.02 mm
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Standard and custom stroke lengths to 600 mm
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Ballscrew-driven model provides high precision, reliability, and feed velocities as well as long duty cycles
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Leadscrew-driven model is self-braking for safety
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Can act as a standalone mechanical axis for mounting to motor or as part of a complete system with intelligent motor and controller
Festo Corp.
(800) 993-3786
www.festo.com
Circle 161
Bellows coupling
BKC compact bellows coupling features stainless steel for high torsional rigidity with zero backlash and flexibility across all three axes of possible shaft misalignment.
Features & benefits
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Fits shaft sizes from 8 to 75 mm with or without keyways
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Torques from 15 to 500 Nm
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Connection between bellows and hub is within hub, allowing for axial shaft engagement in a 15% shorter length
R+W America LP
(630) 521-9911
www.rw-america.com
Circle 162
Dc micro motors
BSY series dc vibrating micro motors feature a surface-mount configuration that offers a more compact and reliable solution than many spring-loaded designs.
Features & benefits
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Low profile of 3.4 mm; 11-mm overall length
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Speeds to 14,000 rpm with counterweight of 1.7-mm radius and 2.8-mm length
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45 dB mechanical noise; electrical noise controlled by ring varistor
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2.7 Vdc operating voltage; 65 mA load current
Sanyo DC Micro Motor Div.
(630) 694-8230
www.us.sanyo.com
Circle 163
RFID system
Ositrack by Telemacanique radio frequency identification system is easy to set up without programming.
Features & benefits
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Automatically detects communication parameter settings (speed, format, parity, protocol, etc.)
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Connects to Ethernet, Modbus, CANopen, and Uni-Telway networks via connection box
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Withstands humidity, extreme temperatures, mechanical shock and vibration, and dust
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Integrates easily into flexible manufacturing production lines with simple clip-on mounting and quick connection with M12 connector
Schneider Electric Sensor Competency Center
(937) 252-2121
www.sesensors.com
Circle 166
Linear actuators
SRX-150 heavy-duty linear actuators are available in five standard lengths in belt or ballscrew-driven versions.
Features & benefits
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400, 600, 1,000, 1,500, and 1,900-mm stroke lengths
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Up to 66 kN dynamic load capacity; roll moment capacity to 3,380 Nm
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High precision in a compact aluminum profile
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Speeds to 5 m/s
Bishop-Wisecarver Corp.
(888) 580-8272
www.bwc.com
Circle 164
Vector drives
SM vector drives now come with NEMA 4X (IP65) enclosures to protect against dust, water, and corrosion.
Features & benefits
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Enclosures available with up to 3 hp power; drives have power range to 25 hp
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Four modes of operation — V/Hz, enhanced V/Hz, vector speed, and torque
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Input voltage from 120 Vac, 1-phase to 600 Vac, 3-phase
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Communication options include RS-485/Modbus, CANopen, and DeviceNet
AC Technology, a member of the Lenze Group
(508) 278-9100
www.actech.com
Circle 165