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Solid State Plasma Light Sources have lifespan of 30,000 hr.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:54:14 -0600

LIFI® STA-40 Series includes model LIFI® STA-40-01 and LIFI® STA-40-02 suited for street, area, architectural and industrial lighting applications. Designed for street and area lighting, LIFI® STA-40-01 comes with efficacy up to 120 lumens/W. With color rendering up to CRI-96, model LIFI® STA-40-02 suits architectural applications. Both models are targeted at luminaire makers and lighting designers.

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Search for suppliers of: Architectural Lighting | Area or Overall Lighting | Industrial Lighting | Plasma Lighting

Multi Material Cutter delivers 600 lb of cutting force.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:54:13 -0600

Microprocessor-controlled MMC200 cuts round or flat material up to 3.94 in. wide and 5/8 in. thick and can be programmed to cut any length (in. or mm), with 1% or better tolerance. It is also programmable for up to 99 batches and 10 fixed feed rates. MMC200 is rated to cut up to 7,592, 2-in. pieces/hr through makerials such as copper wire and cable, silver solder, power cords, cellophane, fiberglass sleeving, latex, fabrics, belting, flat and ribbon cable, strapping, hosing and tubing.

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Switching Power Supply delivers up to 365 W.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:54:10 -0600

Measuring 3 x 5 in., HD365 series of high density AC/DC switching power supplies have power density of 18 W/in3. Four different models provide output voltages of 5, 12, 24 and 48 Vdc, all feature 85-264 Vac universal input, active power factor correction, and are protected against over-temperature, over-current and over-voltage conditions. Units have one main high-current output and also provide +5 V standby and isolated 12 V low current auxiliary outputs.

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LED Light Tubes fit into fluorescent lamp assemblies.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:54:10 -0600

Available in 10 models, LED-T8 light tubes accept input voltages of 90-240 Vac with 9-24 W of power consumption, depending on model. They are 25 mm in dia, with 4 models available at 580 mm length, 4 at 1,198 mm, and 2 models at 1,498 mm, while weight varies between 0.25-0.65 kg. Providing cool light within range of -20 to +40°C, different models offer brightness levels ranging from 480 lm at flux of 60 lm/W to 2,560 lm at 80 lm/W flux.

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Tool Holding System is designed for lathe machines.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:54:09 -0600

Suited for turning and milling applications, Coromant Capto® machine adapted clamping units provide flexibility to quickly change from one system to another. They also channel high pressure coolant from CoroTurn HP cutting heads, providing temperature and chip control. Machine adapted clamping units will be available for Mazak, Mori Seiki, Nakamura Tome, and Okuma machines.

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Software enables rapid deployment of packaging applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:54:09 -0600

Featuring integrated robotic vision and conveyor tracking within single compact controls platform, ACE PackXpert(TM) System enables manufacturers to respond quickly to part changes without lengthy reprogramming. It includes intuitive graphic interface and 3D workspace display for visualizing system operation including physical and conceptual objects. Software allows users to coordinate efforts of entire line of robots by working across multiple controllers.

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AFM includes SpotOn(TM) automated laser alignment capability.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:54:09 -0600

Achieving closed loop atomic resolution using sensors in all 3 axes, Cypher(TM) AFM includes integrated enclosure which provides acoustic and vibration isolation, as well as thermal control for image and measurement stability. Additional capabilities include interchangeable light source modules that allow laser spot sizes down to 3 µm for broad application and scan mode flexibility, as well as support for high-speed AC imaging with cantilevers smaller than 10 µm.

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Diode-pumped Laser suits silicon micromachining applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:54:09 -0600

AVIA(TM) 532-45 diode-pumped, solid state laser provides 45 W of average power at 532 Nm in single mode output beam (M2 less than 1.3). PulseEQ(TM) feature delivers constant pulse energy over time, even with varying repetition rates, while ThermEQ(TM) ensures uniform pulse energy when operated in burst mode. Applications include singulation of QFN, FBGA, µSD (MMC), and direct chip attach type of packages, as well as edge isolation of crystalline devices, and P2 and P3 scribing of thin film cells.

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Pressure Sensors suit furnace modulation applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:54:08 -0600

Designed to measure airflow, P992 features pressure ranges of 0-2 to 0-10 in. H20, ceramic MEMS sense element, and plastic composite housing. Model P356 features ceramic capacitive sense element, brass housing, pressure range of 0.5 to 0-5 psi gauge/differential, and is suited for measuring propane or natural gas flow. Fully temperature compensated P992 and P356 offer 0.25-0.45 and 0.5-4.5 Vdc linear amplified output proportional to pressure, respectively.

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Portable GC/MS enables on-site analysis of VOCs.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:54:08 -0600

Analyzing VOCs in air, water, and soil at parts per trillion for most analytes, HAPSITE ER provides accurate chemical separation and identification in less than 10 min. Color touch screen displays results, including chromatograms, spectra, library search results, and quantitative data. Offering sample inlet options for different matrices and pre-installed operating methods for each sampling device, HAPSITE ER utilizes AMDIS and NIST search tools for identifying unknowns.

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Dissolved Oxygen Sensor is suited for wastewater monitoring.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:54:08 -0600

RDO Pro DO Sensor incorporates online optical dissolved oxygen sensor technology, which offers superior resistance to both photo bleaching and abrasion by aggressive process media. Suited for wide variety of municipal and industrial water treatment applications, product employs smart sensor technology, and compliments online liquid analytical sensors for pH/ORP, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, ozone, free chlorine, turbidity, and suspended solids.

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Industrial Ethernet Switch is offered in 10-port version.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:54:06 -0600

JetNet 4010 Managed Fast Ethernet Switch has seven 10/100 TX and three 10/100 RJ-45/100 FX SFP combo ports, which offer flexibility for additional fiber connections by plugging SFP modules that can support 2 kM in multi-mode or 120 kM in single-mode. Incorporated Ring Technology enables 5 ms recovery from link failure. Rigid aluminum case complies with IP31, redundant power, and DIN-rail, wall-mount, and desktop installations.

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Portion Control Scale is waterproof to IP66.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:54:05 -0600

Available with max capacities of 5, 10, 25, or 50 lb, PC-500 is powered by included alkaline batteries or optional AC adapter and shows weight on large LCD display. Quad spring design eliminates damage from shock and overload, and removable platter is made of food-grade stainless steel. Scale's tactile feel keypad includes ZERO, ON/OFF, as well as UNITS button to choose from lb, oz, lb:oz, kg, or g. IP66 rating allows scale to withstand effects of high pressure water spray.

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Software converts QuickTime video to Flash SWF and FLV files.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:54:05 -0600

Developed for Mac users, VideoFlash Converter v1.7 supports AVI, WMV, MOV, MPG, ASF, and DivX video formats. It allows to modify resolution, frame rate, video and audio bit rates, width, and height, as well as crop videos to remove black sides. Compatible with PowerPC G4 or G5 and Intel Core 2 processors, software works with Mac OS X v10.4 Tiger or v10.5 Leopard. It also provides preview of video from first to final frame using Rangebar.

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RFID Position Markers work with semi-passive RFID tags.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:54:03 -0600

Used as alternative to RTLS for determining exact locations of long-range, semi-passive RFID tags, Models 491013 and 491014 position markers are placed near antenna, and as tag passes antenna, identification data from position marker is downloaded onto tag. Markers offer 16 bits of programmable position data, 125 KHz frequency, AM modulation, 4 LED indicators, as well as user interface for programming loop ID, setting loop current range, and loop diagnosis.

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P-Channel MOSFET has 0.4 mm profile.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:54:03 -0600

Offered in 1 x 1.5 x 0.4 mm WL-CSP to accommodate form factor requirements of cell phones, MP3 players, and other portable applications, FDZ391P P-Channel PowerTrench® MOSFET provides RDS (ON) of 74 mW typical at -4.5 V VGS and power dissipation of 1.9 W. It utilizes lead-free terminals and is characterized for moisture sensitivity in accordance with Pb-free reflow requirements of J-STD-020. Product is also RoHS compliant.

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Uninstaller Software also cleans up Windows registry.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:54:00 -0600

Final Windows Uninstaller v2008.08 deletes files from incomplete uninstallations and also cleans up registry. It detects leftover files of various programs, lists applications that can be removed, then completely uninstalls them with one click. Using Submit My Software feature, users can upload difficult to uninstall application to server, and in 48 hr, receive update that solves issue.

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Digital Signal Level Meter has frequency range of 5-860 MHz.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:54:00 -0600

Suited for CATV instrument industry, GAO 3112A offers auto-detection and level measurements of digital or analog broadcast signals, and suits testing of QAM, MER, BER, and analog TV's all-round performance index. It can measure digital signal power and power/Hz QPSK signal power, as well as reverse transmission signal. Self-calibrating unit automatically compensates for measurement variations due to frequency response, temperature changes, and internal attenuator settings.

Quad-Spindle CNC Turret Unit optimizes productivity.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:53:59 -0600

As CNC mechanical feed and inverter speed controlled unit, Selfeeder 4TH5 allows flexible programmable control of spindle rotation rpm and cutting feed. It is designed to be integrated into high-volume production applications and transfer lines to perform such operations as drilling, rigid tapping, facing, and chamfering. Design promotes versatility due to its CNC variable-speed spindles, which allow creation of finished holes at single station.

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Metal Detector minimizes process downtime.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:53:59 -0600

Without interrupting production, Quicktron 05 RH detects and rejects metal contaminants from free-falling bulk materials. It features round apertures from 2-12 in. dia, and all product contacting parts are made from food-grade materials such as stainless steel, polypropylene, silicone, and Teflon. Metal detector coil is enclosed by multiple anti-static layers and integrated interference shield to ensure complete immunity from external interference.

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Push-Through Slurry Valve incorporates angled gate.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:53:59 -0600

Fabri-Valve® SV1, available in 3-24 in. dia sizes, can operate at pressures to 150 psi and temperatures to 170°F. Guillotine Gate(TM) cleanly slices through high-density slurry at angle, prevents seat from cutting/tearing, and also minimizes discharge. Suited for controlling heavy slurries, valve also incorporates plastic UHMW Polyethylene gate support liners as well as engineered polymer seats. Positive bi-directional shutoff allows zero downstream leakage.

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Floor-/Wall-Mounted Jibs feature 50 lb capacity.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:53:59 -0600

Two 9 ft high, floor-mounted supports (F50 series) and two wall mounted supports (W50 series) are available with 6 or 4 ft long rotating jib, which is height-adjustable in 6 in. increments and supplied with 4-wheel trolley to suspend tool balancer. Each 6 ft jib includes festooning trolley to support air lines or electric cables. Additionally, each 9 ft high vertical post is fabricated with 7 ga steel and supplied in 2 sections.

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Digital Recording System offers JPEG2000 compression.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:53:59 -0600

Offered with removable hard disk and optional fixed hard disk, DGy(TM) 201HD wavelet-based codec stores 8-24 hr of recording per drive. It captures and compresses computer imagery, radar, sonar, FLIR, X-Ray, and HD video at up to 1,920 x 1,200 resolution at 30 frames/sec in real time. Multiple units can be interconnected to support simultaneous, synchronized recording of multiple channels. Codec suits simulation, emergency operation centers, missile testing, and telemetry applications.

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DC-DC Buck Converter supplies 600 mA for low output voltages.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:53:59 -0600

AS1324 delivers up to 600 mA from input voltage range of 2.7-5.5 V, making device suited for single Li-Ion cell or triple AA cell applications. Fixed output voltage versions 1.2, 1.5, and 1.8 of AS1324 require no external voltage dividers, reducing board space requirements, while adjustable variant allows externally set output voltage in 0.6 V to VIN range. Cconstant 1.5 MHz frequency switching results in low, predictable output noise that can be filtered.

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