Emech & Enclosures

Panasonic has produced a 6pin DIP-style opto-relay that can switch 1.2kV at 750mA. Called AQV209G, it comes in through-hole and surface-mount versions and has a single ac-dc output with two mosfets that can be wired back-to-back series to switch ac (‘A’ connection), or in parallel to switch dc at higher current (‘C’ connection). In this case, the abs max voltage ...

Zytronic of Newcastle has introduced a way of delivering power through glass invisibly, calling it Electroglaz. “Electroglaz is completely transparent and can be used to ‘magically’ power a near limitless variety of low power, electronic and electrotechnical devices embedded within a glass panel,” said company marketing director Ian Crosby. “Potential applications include LED lit display cases and shelving units for museums, ...

CUI has introduced micro rotary actuator DIP switches in 7.2 x 7.2 x 2.9mm packages with IP67 ingress rating. Called the RDS-7229 series, they have 4, 10 or 16 positions, 5.08mm pin pitch and come in surface-mount or through-hole styles. Termination types include gull wing, angled gull wing, J-hook gull wing, pin and crimped, then actuators can be raised or ...

C&K is claiming five million cycle life from miniature tactile switches with 2.8N and 4N actuation force – these follow a 10 million cycle 1.6N version. The part family is named KSC TE, with ‘TE’ standing for, well… “the Tireless Endurance name says it all”, said C&K product manger Regis Clement. “It is the combination of a soft actuator and a ...

Elma MR50 rotary switches are small yet robust for compact control panels and portable devices in building site machinery, vehicles and agricultural applications. Operation is across -45 to +85°C (IEC 60068-2-14), front ingress protection is IP60 (IP68 option) and 10Grms vibration resistance is specified (10 to 2kHz MIL-STD-202G method 214A condition 1/C). “The market for compact robust electromechanical human-machine interface ...

Toshiba has introduced a photo-relay in a DIP package that can switch 2A and 100V. Intended to replace electro-mechanical relays industrial applications, the company sees TLP241B being used in programmable logic controllers (PLCs) as well as building automation systems like HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning). “By incorporating one of Toshiba’s advanced mosfets, the TLP241B sets new performance benchmarks,” said the company. ...

Impulse Embedded has launched a range of configurable rack PC systems, built and configured in the company’s 50,000 sq ft facility in Staffordshire. Called Vela Rack, they are certified to IEC-62368 and aimed at design, development and controls engineers working in test, measurement, offshore, energy and general industrial environments. Inside, the main boards are from Advantech. “UK stock of all components ...

BCL Enclosures of Harrogate has launched an e-commerce website through which to order its enclosures and accessories. “BCL Enclosures manufactures almost its entire range in the UK,” according to the company. “bclenclosures.com will enable customers to order from our range of products quickly, easily and securely.” At the same time as announcing the sales website, BCL added a miniature sloping module case (pictured) ...

Renesas is claiming “total stray field immunity” for a automotive-grade magnet-free inductive rotation position sensor that works up to what the company describes as “600,000rpm (electrical)”. “We are excited with the response to the inductive position sensing technology we introduced last June for industrial motors, and we look forward to bringing its advantages to automotive customers with the new IPS2550,” said ...

Icotek KEL-DPZ-HD cable entry plates have been specially developed for the use in the food and pharmaceutical industries. “Working within the hygienic design [EHEDG] guidelines, Icotek have taken great care to make the surface very smooth, avoiding any dirt-collecting recesses on the visible side. The outer contour radius of 6mm, rather than the required minimum of 3mm, exceeds the EHEDG specifications. KEL-DPZ-HD ...