Hollow shaft encoder
RCH50 hollow-shaft encoder combines ease of installation with high performance in a new cost-effective package.
Features & benefits
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Custom Opto-ASIC supporting incremental encoder features line counts up to 4,096 as well as outputs for commutation of brushless servomotors
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Commutation signals implemented with precision optical logic to provide accurate switch points for smooth and efficient motor operation at any pole count
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Internal bearings and flexible stator coupling make installation on any motor absolutely hassle-free
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High frequency response, robust construction
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Ability to operate in high temperatures
Renco Encoders Inc.
(805) 968-1525
www.renco.com
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Vision inspection software
Version 1.4.5.0 IPD iNspect software expands the capabilities of the end-user friendly software, and also provides additoinal control and flexibility when interfacing with external equipment.
Features & benefits
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Machine vision inspection tools for positioning, measuring, barcode reading, 2D matrix reading, text reading, object recognition, and flaw detection
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Tools are easily applied using a simple point-and-click graphical interface
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Supports a range of communication options and protocols, such as Ethernet/IP and Modbus, in addition to direct connection with popular PLCs
DALSA Corp.
(978) 670-2035
www.goipd.com
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Multi-axis controllers and drives
SEC-AC-SMLC controllers are engineered to plug together and work as a system, while SEC-SDD digital drives simplify servo system tuning with automatic loop adjustments based on motor and load inertia settings.
Features & benefits
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Controllers offer integrated PLC functionality and an OPC server; Ethernet connectivity; IEC 61131-3 applications programming; PLCopen and enhanced motion function blocks
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Drives offer IEEE 1394 ServoWire network; 115 Vac single phase and 230 Vac single/three phase; position loop updates up to 2 kHz
Festo Corp.
(800) 993-3786
www.festo.com/usa
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Linear ball bearings
Simplicity ISO metric ball bearings feature a one-piece polymer ball cage coupled with a hardened bearing steel shell to provide minimal friction and high load capacities.
Features & benefits
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Longer ball races allow more balls in the load zone to improve loading and achieve smooth, unlimited linear travel
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Sealed bearings increase reliability
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Available in a broad range of sizes and configurations including integrated flange, twin-length types, and pillow blocks
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Accessories include hardened and ground shafting, support blocks, and shaft support rails for installation
Pacific Bearing Co.
(800) 729-9085
www.pacific-bearing.com
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Adjustable shock absorber
SA ¼ × ½ adjustable, miniature industrial shock absorber offers high-energy capability in confined spaces.
Features & benefits
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Offers energy per cycle rating of 200 in./lb
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Effective weight range of 2 to 240 lb
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Can be easily adjusted by turning the adjustment screw at the rear of the shock absorber
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Includes nitrile accumulator, steel body, and a hardened stainless-steel piston rod
Enertrols
(734) 595-4500
www.enertrols.com
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Linear position sensors
Temposonics RF-series linear position sensors feature a flexible housing designed for short installation envelopes with long strokes.
Features & benefits
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Include all the outputs, including EtherCAT and SSI, of R series
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Teflon-coated stainless-steel housing bends to 8-in. minimum radius and allows for up to 15 to 20 position magnets to be used along a single sensor
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High-performance LEDs, circuit protection, and external programmability
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Accommodate strokes to 10 m, with a measuring range of 255 to 10,060 mm
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Pressure pipe option allows use in hydraulic applications
MTS Systems Corp., Sensors Div.
(919) 677-0100
www.mtssensors.com
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Brushless dc motor
BLH speed control package consists of a brushless dc motor and 24 Vdc compact driver board.
Features & benefits
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Four RoHS-compliant models available in 15, 30, 50, and 100 W output
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Speed regulation accuracy of ±0.5%; operates at speeds from 100 to 3,000 rpm
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Two gearhead types available parallel shaft and hollow shaft gearhead with a variety of ratios
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Motor-only round shaft types available in all four models; pinion shaft types available in three larger models
Oriental Motor USA Corp.
(800) 418-7903
www.orientalmotor.com
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Full-power brake system
Brake system with ABS and traction control provides vehicle stability while decreasing stopping distances and improving acceleration under low traction conditions.
Features & benefits
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Up to eight wheels can be controlled independently of the others, making the system easily adaptable to four, six, and eight-wheeled vehicles
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Electronic control unit monitors wheel speed and brake line pressures with sensors added to the machine
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Embedded program in electronic control unit allows communication via CAN with a laptop computer running Windows 2000 or XP
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System status outputs are provided to light ABS and low traction lamps
MICO Inc.
(507) 625-6426
www.mico.com
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CAN-model servo system
XtraDrive-CAN model servo system allows users to interface with CAN while using non-linear control (NCT) technology.
Features & benefits
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Supports functions based on CAN open DS-301 specifications
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Drive profiles supported include homing mode, profiles for position, velocity, torque, and interpolated position mode
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Supports interoperability of different devices and features a port with galvanic isolation to provide efficient noise immunity, a 9-pin D-type connector, and rotary selection switch for node ID supports up to 127 nodes
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Communication rate up to 1 Mbps
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NCT allows tight trajectory control and zero settling time
YET US Inc.
(866) 938-8080
www.yet-motion.com
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Single-axis actuators
Single-axis actuators are available in 208 configured styles and are compatible with most servomotors.
Features & benefits
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Ball-screw driven; built on extruded 6063-T6 aluminum base with black anodized finish and 1045 steel side supports
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Configuration of ball screw diameter of 12 to 20 mm and lead of 4 to 20 mm allows for easy customization
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Linear slide for medium or heavy loads, grooved base for sensor mounting, and tight-tolerance bore motor bracket accepts most 30-400 W servos
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Positioning repeatability down to ±0.03 mm; maximum velocities to 1,055 mm/sec
Misumi USA Inc.
(800) 681-7475
www.misumiusa.com
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Shaft grounding ring
AEGIS SGR Conductive MicroFiber shaft grounding ring is ideal for predictive and preventive maintenance programs on VFD-controlled ac motors and large dc motors.
Features & benefits
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Protects bearings from electrical damage and extends motor life, preventing bearing noise, downtime, and motor repairs/replacements
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Conductive microfibers work with virtually no friction or wear; are unaffected by dirt, grease, or other contaminants; and last for life of motor, regardless of speed
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Easily installs on any NEMA or IEC motor; provides clearance for motors with shaft shoulders, slingers, bearing caps, or end-bell protrusions
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Secured with three mounting screws and standoff posts; covers less than ½- in. of motor shaft
Electro Static Technology
(866) 738-1857 www.est-aegis.com
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Linear stages
Allen-Bradley MP-series integrated linear stages suit a variety of load-carrying applications and are available in ballscrew and direct drive linear motor versions.
Features & benefits
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Use Rockwell RSLogix 5000 programming software and Allen-Bradley Motion Analyzer servo system selection and optimization software, to allow specification of load and motion profile parameters
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Available in various force levels and multiple frame sizes
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Stroke lengths to 2 m and linear velocities to 5 m/sec
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Operate without home and over-travel switches, improving reliability and simplifying wiring and programming
Rockwell Automation Inc.
(800) 223-5354, ext. 2033
www.ab.com
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PLC modules
DirectLOGIC option modules include 16-bit high-resolution analog modules designed for the DL05 and DL06 PLCs.
Features & benefits
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F0-08ADH-1 eight-channel current input module operates with 0–20 mA input range
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F0-08ADH-2 has jumper selectable input range of either 0–5 or 0–10 Vdc
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Four-channel F0-04DAH-1 and eight-channel F0-08DAH-1 current output modules provide 4–20 mA output range
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Four-channel F0-04DAH-2 and eight-channel F0-08DAH-2 output modules provide 0–10 Vdc output range
AutomationDirect
(770) 889-2858
www.automationdirect.com
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Brushless dc motor
Compact, high-performance 8-pole brushless dc motor suits applications where high torque-to-weight ratio and efficiency are required.
Features & benefits
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Capable of 20% more torque than standard 4-pole servomotor configuration
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Produces continuous torque to 230 oz-in. and peak torque of 690 oz-in.
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A variety of electrical and mechanical options are available, including an enclosed encoder or a sealed one for IP65 wash down
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Custom mounting and winding configurations available
Magmotor
(508) 835-4305
www.magmotor.com
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Displacement transmitters
Output displacement transmitters offer improved IP67-rated sealing coupled with polymer guides and rigid carriers.
Features & benefits
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Less than 0.2% linearity
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Stainless-steel body construction increases accuracy and reliability in wet and corrosive conditions
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Output options are either direct-acting 4 to 20 mA or reverse-acting 20 to 4 mA
Omega Engineering Inc.
(203) 359-1660
www.omega.com
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Ultra-light servodrive
Tweeter digital servodrives provide sinusoidal and trapezoidal commutation, as well as current, velocity, and full position control.
Features & benefits
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Weighs 0.95 oz
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2 × 0.49 × 1.65-in. footprint
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180-W continuous power; 360-W peak
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Interfaces to dc brush and brush-less, linear, and voice coil motors
Elmo Motion Control Inc.
(978) 399-0034
www.elmomc.com
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Adapter mount roller bearing
Series 6000 Shurlok adapter mount roller bearing increases an operation's efficiency and profitability by reducing installation errors, maintenance costs, and downtime.
Features & benefits
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Available in all housing types for shaft sizes from 115/16 to 415/16 in.
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Spyglass optical strain sensor provides an easy-to-read indicator to determine optimal shaft grip
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Positive locking system for vibration free operation
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Tapered sleeve design provides easy installation and removal of the bearing
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Super-finished raceways provide a cool running, quiet, high-speed and high-load capacity bearing
Rexnord Industries LLC
(866) 739-6673
www.rexnord.com
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Explosion-proof couplings
ATEX 95- and 137-certified couplings are precision machined from steel or stainless steel with a thermally and chemically stable, wear resistant, polyurethane insert.
Features & benefits
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Smooth fit between insert and hubs compensates for lateral, angular, and axial shaft misalignment
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Insert is impregnated with graphite, giving it electrically conductive properties, to eliminate potential of charges arcing from one hub to the other
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Nine sizes with torque ratings from 2 to 2,150 Nm
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English and metric bore diameters are available from 3 to 80 mm (⅛ to 3.125 in.) with or without keyways
R+W America
(630) 521-9911
www.rw-america.com
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Photoelectric sensors
BOS 11K photoelectric family is designed for small parts conveying equipment.
Features & benefits
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Diffuse, retro-reflective, polarized retro-reflective, and thru-beam styles
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Can be positioned at any angle
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Threaded T-body “snout-mount” shape allows for rapid installation
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IP67 housing features diagnostic LEDs and a highly visible 360° LED window for easy troubleshooting
Balluff Inc.
(800) 543-8390
www.balluff.com
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Compact servo controller/driver
The SilverDust D2-IG8 servo controller/driver works with NEMA 11, 17, and 23 frame, high-torque, direct drive servomotors and is suited for multi-axis systems.
Features & benefits
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Shares a compact DIN mount to save cabinet space
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Ethernet option facilitates easy networking
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8 24-V I/O; 12 to 48 Vdc input; SSI encoder interface
QuickSilver Controls Inc.
(888) 660-3801
www.quicksilvercontrols.com
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Miniature ballscrews
SD series ball screws feature internal recirculation inserts promoting smooth running performance and high backdriving characteristics.
Features & benefits
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Cylindrical nuts with a threaded end provide for easy mounting and optimized nut geometry
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Less sensitive to misalignment, high repeatability, and operate at reduced noise levels, compared with conventional tube-design types
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Diameters from 8 to 16 mm; leads from 2 to 5 mm; and screw shaft lengths to 2,100 mm
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Options include safety wire devices, wipers, and corrosion-resistant materials
SKF USA Inc.
(800) 541-3624
www.linearmotion.skf.com
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