INDUCTIVE SENSOR
is extremely rugged

The SteelFace™ inductive sensor is designed to survive longer in environments where mechanical damage is an issue. The sensor enclosure is milled from one piece of solid stainless steel with an impact and abrasion resistant face approximately 1 mm thick. The sensor can withstand 500 psi dynamic pressure. The sensor comes in ferrous-only or non-ferrous models. A ferrous-only sensor detects ferrous metals such as steel, iron and nickel, while ignoring non-ferrous metals. Nonferrous-only detection models detect nonferrous metals such as aluminum, copper and brass objects and ignore ferrous objects. The SteelFace sensors, available in 8, 12, 18 and 30mm sizes, are particularly suited for in-die sensing and washdown applications with  pressures up to 1200 psi.

Balluff Inc.

INDUSTRIALIZED CONTROL PANELS
customized to user requirements

Moeller industrial control panels can integrate a variety of switches and operator interfaces, along with various types of motor controls, in the appropriate enclosure, to solve a wide range of application requirements. Featuring touch screens which offer the flexibility for storing process recipe data and passwords, they can incorporate other features such as high density packaging, networking capabilities and Web accessibility. Custom engineered and fabricated using controls and components from one source for optimum integration compatibility and performance, the industrial control panels can include NEMA 1 to 4X and harsh environment enclosure options.

 Moeller Electric Corporation

LIQUID LEVEL SENSOR
for metallic tubs and tanks

The CLS 16 serves as a controller for liquid levels in metallic tubs and tanks. Based on capacitive technology, the sensor provides a simple level controlling of non-aggressive liquids. It contains no mechanical parts which could lead to functional failures due to wear and tear, damage, freezing temperatures or stickiness. The sensor, with its extremely flat front surface, is particularly suited for use in bathtubs and whirlpools.

Birde Marketing Inc.

THERMOPLASTIC PRESSURE GAUGES
offer variety of options

Swagelok industrial process thermoplastic pressure gauges monitor vacuum and position system pressures up to 15,000 psi in the chemical, petrochemical, oil and gas, power, pulp and paper, and other general industries. Featuring 115 and 160mm dial sizes in lower-back mount and lower mount configurations, they can be ordered with male NPT or tube adapter end connections. The tube adapter connection allows users to rotate the gauge to the desired position for viewing. Available unfilled or liquid-filled with glycerine or silicone, these solid-front gauges feature a thermoplastic, turret-style case and blowout back for use in severe service. A threaded cover ring allows easy access to the adjustable pointer and the back plate can be removed easily for liquid filling.

Swagelok Company

ISOLATED PRESSURE SENSOR

The Level Master Series of low-pressure isolated pressure sensors incorporates stainless steel and plastic isolation suitable for drinking water and other fluid or gas measurements. It uses a patent-pending stainless steel sensor in a plastic fitting and features a modular design that is adaptable to an infinite number of plastic port variations. The standard output is .5V to 4.5V with a 5V supply. The units feature very low- to mid-pressure ranges (1 psi through 150 psi) and a high level output. Pigtail cable connections are standard but in high volume applications, the design is easily customized with a large number of different connections.

Schaevitz Sensors

TURBIDITY/SUSPENDED SOLIDS SENSOR
uses four-beam pulse light

The TurbiMax W is designed for optical turbidity and solids content measurement. The four-beam pulsed light technology ensures a longer life for the sensor and compensates for soiling, fouling and ageing. Its accuracy is not affected by aeration systems. The sensor body is stainless steel and there are no moving parts that can cause blocking. The measured value processing is done in the sensor resulting in low signal transmission sensitivity. Three sensor options are available for use in low to high concentration ranges from wastewater/sludge treatment, boiler feedwater monitoring, to condensate monitoring and service water monitoring.

Endress+Hauser Canada Ltd.

LATCHING RELAY
new series available

The Ingram series of DIN rail mounted intrinsically safe latching relays have two independent outputs to the hazardous area and one (dry contact) relay output  with a latching function. The outputs can be switches or, when used with a conductive liquid, electrodes.

Access Control Sales

CURRENT TRANSMITTERS
combined with signal conditioner

The CT series current transmitters combine a current transformer and signal conditioner into a single package. The current transmitters feature jumper selectable current input ranges and 4-20 mA or 0-5 VDC output. Units are designed with a split core case for easy installation. The True RMS version is designed for noisy power environments or distorted waveforms.

Love Controls

PNEUMATICALLY ACTIVATED SWITCHES
remotely pilot electrical switches

This new group of air actuated electrical switches enables the easy use of pneumatics to remotely pilot electrical switches. The pressure actuator has a spring biased piston with a U-cup seal that requires pressure as low as 5 psig to actuate either a sub-miniature or miniature electrical switch. The electrical switch is available in both sub-miniature and miniature sizes, with a variety of current ratings and terminal styles. The pneumatically actuated models have a 5/8-32 external thread and the mechanically actuated models have a 15/32-32 external thread for mounting. All models are available without a switch, for use with existing switches.

Clippard Instrument Laboratory, Inc.

PROCESS CONTROLLER
is operated by web browser

The 5863A CoMo Net® process controller is a two-channel unit for DIN rail mounting that is operated by a standard web browser via the ethernet on a PC or web terminal. It is designed for network operations in production control systems. The unit accepts sensor data and can be adjusted to control and monitor a wide variety of production processing operations involving force. Data from piezoelectric sensors in charge or voltage mode and strain gauges activate 12 evaluation functions that can be monitored for process up to 20 cycles per second.

Kistler Instrument Corp.

MAGNETIC ROTARY ENCODERS
deliver high speeds and design flexibility

Renishaw meets the increasing demand for reliable, high-speed rotary encoding with a new line of frictionless 9-bit miniature magnetic encoders available in industry-standard absolute, incremental or linear output formats. Speeds of over 30,000 rpm can be achieved with measurement accuracy better than 0.7°. Novel non-contact design provides long-term operation by eliminating the need for seals or bearings. For harsh environments, compact sealed versions are also available with immunity to IP68. Easy to integrate, the new mini mag encoders come in component, modular and packaged versions.

Renishaw, Inc.

SEALED FOOT SWITCHES
perform over 2 million cycles

ConnTrol series 200 foot switches are offered in three styles: single pedal- and two pedal activation and a guarded model with an integral, one-piece foot guard for protection. Featuring a one-piece nickel-plated steel pedal with an internal torsion spring and environmentally sealed construction, these rugged, low-profile foot switches have been tested to perform a minimum of 2 million mechanical cycles. All models are UL/CSA listed and sealed to IP68 and NEMA 4X, 6P, 12 and 13 ratings.

ConnTrol International, Inc.

ULTRA-COMPACT SENSOR
fits extremely tight quarters

The model BS-112 miniature linear gauge sensor can measure dimensions, thickness, curvature, eccentricity, displacement, height, depth, flatness, variation, run-out, roundness, distortion, deflection and position. Using the linear glass scale technology, it produces highly accurate measurements of 0.00004" with a range of 0-10mm. This ultra-compact sensor was custom built to fit extreme tight quarters where conventional sensors would be considered impossible to be used. They are suitable for mounting inside machinery with limited access space.

Ono Sokki Technology Inc.

SNAP-ACTION SWITCHES
handle high cycles and fit many applications

The ALCOSWITCH snap-action switches are available with a wide variety of actuators, current ratings and actuation forces making them suitable for many industrial and commercial applications. They can be used in instrumentation, household appliances, vending machines, industrial control systems, medical equipment and security systems. Designers can select from a miniature version or a sub-miniature version. The switches are rated for currents from 0.1A up to 16A with solder tab, quick connect tab or solder tail wire termination. Colour coding on the exterior of the switch identifies the current rating.

Tyco Electronics

SUBMERSIBLE LEVEL TRANSMITTER
delivers reliable liquid level measurement

The series SPT submersible level transmitter accurately measures liquid levels in tanks, wells, ponds, flood channels or landfills. The transmitter measures hydrostatic pressure and sends a 4 to 20 mA or 0 to 5 V output signal proportional to the liquid level with ±0.25% accuracy. The fully submersible transmitter and cable are easy to install -- simply lower the unit to the appropriate depth for measurement. The unit is constructed of 17-4 PH stainless steel with an ABS plastic  nose cone to protect the sensing element. It features circuitry to protect against noise, voltage spikes and static discharge.

Dwyer Instruments, Inc.

RESIN PRESSURE CONTROLLER
with infrared port communication

The HA430/930 series dual loop controllers feature a strain gauge type resin pressure input and 24VDC transmitter power supply for direct connection to transducers. One loop is used for strain gauge input, while the other controls temperature input. The series, available in 1/4 and 1/8 DIN sizes, is a panel mounted type controller with a large bright LED display for easy viewing. Featuring a high speed sampling and control time of 0.025 seconds (40Hz) with PID and other parameters settable in 1/100 units, these controllers provide stable control for improved quality of extruded products. They are used by both end-users and the OEMs to control resin pressure for extrusion.

RKC Instrument

NON-CONTACT LOOP CONTROLLER
keeps converting processes flowing smoothly

The SONA-TROL® ST-6 ultrasonic loop controller can perform up to 100 loop measurements per second to assure that converting operations run smoothly. Featuring a sensor head which can be mounted from 18" to 20 ft. above a roll of material, this non-contact loop controller can measure distance changes as small as .010" for controlling the unwind and wind tension. Designed for external control by a PLC or computer, standard features include adjustable distance zero offset, receiver sensitivity and gain.

Waddington Electronics, Inc.

LEVEL SENSORS
for heavy-duty applications

The NR60 heavy-duty point level sensors are designed for liquid level sensing in manufacturing process controls or OEM applications. They offer durability in harsh environments through their brass housing and solid-state electronics. Designed to withstand 50g (11ms) mechanical shock, 25g vibration (2700 to 5000 Hz), immersion (protection up to IP69) and temperature up to 125°C, the sensors are suitable for rugged applications such as oil and coolant monitoring in diesel engines, power generators and marine equipment. The units monitor minimum or maximum levels of liquids and detect changes in electrical capacitance in a field surrounding the probe.

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Canadian Industrial Equipment News December 2003

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