UNIVERSAL ADAPTER KITS
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New, universal Unidapt RFA-4024 and RFA-4023-01 kits are for the coaxial technician. With the evolution of wireless broadband, IEEE 802.11a, b, and g, Wi-Fi, WLAN, and new telecom solutions, the need for new coaxial interfaces has spurred the development of new MCX, MMCX, SMB, 7-16 DIN, reverse-polarity SMA, and reverse polarity TNC Unidapt adapters. All adapters are made of silver-plated machined brass with gold-plated contacts and Teflon insulation. The RFA-4019 is designed as an expansion kit for those already owning a Unidapt system. RF INDUSTRIES, SAN DIEGO, CA
www.rfindustries.com
COAX CLAMPS
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The new RF coaxial connector relief clamp fits onto the back end of standard RF coaxial connectors to reinforce cable assemblies subjected to excessive twisting and flexing. The attachment features a rolling clamp-nut design that provides greater axial and rotational support than typical shrink-tubing strain reliefs. This clamp attachment prevents distortion of the cable that can be caused by over-tightening and offers added protection from repeated flexing. Suitable for cables from 1/4" to 3/4" outer diameter, the SR-Series clamp attachment is fully compatible with RG214 and RG217 connectors. TRU, PEABODY, MA
www.trucorporation.com
TEST SOCKET
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A new BGA/CSP test-and-burn-in socket is for devices with a pitch from 0.50 mm or larger in applications of up to one GHz. The new socket features a standard molded-socket format than can accommodate any device package up to 13 mm2. It is ideal for test and burn-in of CSP, MicroBGA, DSP, LGA, SRAM, DRAM, and Flash devices. The socket can accommodate up to 500,000 cycles. Spring probe contacts are 9 to 12 g per contact for pitches of 0.50 to 0.75 mm, and 17 to 20 g per contact for 0.80-mm pitches and larger. ARIES ELECTRONICS, FRENCHTOWN, NJ
www.arieselec.com
COST-EFFECTIVE CABINETS
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New cost-effective 19" cabinets are made with aesthetic styling that provide high durability and versatility. The mid-size Minrack cabinets and the full size Eurorack cabinets, used in offices, computer rooms, and other indoor environments, are ideal for packaging electronics in a variety of applications in the security, medical, test and measurement, laboratory, and datacom industries. The visually appealing design of the cabinets also makes them ideal for the display of electronic components and enclosures. SCHROFF, WARWICK, RI
www.schroff.us
BACKPLANES
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This new line of high-power VME64x backplanes complies with the new ANSI/VITA 1.7-2003 increased current level for 96-pin and 160-pin DIN/IEC connector standard. These backplanes can handle over 150 W per slot; ANSI/VITa 1.7 provides a standardized way to implement high-power VME64x systems. These significantly increased current levels require upgraded backplane designs to support the higher current power connections. HYBRICON, AYER, MA
www.hybricon.com
CENTRAL OFFICE SHELF
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This new 19" 13U system provides 14 slots electrically and mechanically compliant with the PICMG 3.0 AdvancedTCA specification. The unit features high reliability, high availability, easy maintenance, and low ownership cost. It includes multiple redundancy modes and uses high-flow-rate, high-pressure cooling. Other features include high-performance shelf management and a high-performance backplane designed for 5 Gbit/s rates. Both 14-slot dual-dual-star and full mesh versions can be provided as special order. TRACEWELL SYSTEMS, WESTERVILLE, OH
www.tracewellsystems.com
MILLIOHMETER
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The new LR2000 milliohmeter is for precision low-resistance measurements. The instrument was specifically designed for bench-top use or automated test of contact and bonding resistance on a wide variety of electronic components, including switches, connectors, relays, solenoids, fuses, motors, cables, and heating elements. The LR2000 boasts a basic accuracy of 0.05% and resolution down to 1 µΩ. With nine measurement ranges, the instrument automatically selects the appropriate range providing reliable test results over a wide range of values. The LR2000 also offers other features including fast measure speed, four-terminal Kelvin connection, auto zeroing, polarity switching, and pulsed mode. QUADTECH, MAYNARD, MA
www.quadtech.com
EPOXY ADHESIVE
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A new high-performance, high-viscosity, "five-minute" curing, two-component epoxy adhesive called EP51ND has a convenient one-to-one mix ratio and can be applied on vertical surfaces without dripping or flowing. It spreads evenly and smoothly and requires contact pressure only for cure. The EP51ND compound gels in about five minutes and cures within a few hours at ambient temperature. Bonded parts can be safely handled within a half hour. The epoxy adheres to metals, glass, ceramics, woods, vulcanized rubbers, and many plastics, and has a service operating temperature range of -100°F to 250°F. MASTERBOND, HACKENSACK, NJ
www.masterbond.com
ELECTRICAL TABS
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New insulated PIDG FASTON tabs are solid tin-plated brass with nylon insulation around the crimp end. The product is ideal for in-line splicing applications along with an appropriate insulated receptacle. Wiring harnesses in a variety of industrial and commercial equipment as well as control systems are potential applications for this product. Insulated PIDG FASTON tabs are classified as a "250" product, which identifies its width as 0.250". Three sizes of this product are available (22-18 AWG, 16-14 AWG, and 12-10 AWG), all in loose-piece packaging. TYCO ELECTRONICS, HARRISBURG, PA
www.tycolectronics.com
WIRE AND CABLE HOLDERS
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Used for routing wires and cables, this locking wire and cable holder is available in two sizes, and is molded in UL-recognized Nylon 6/6 material. Designed to fit a 3/16" (4.76-mm) diameter hole, and variable panel thickness up to 0.090" (2.29 mm), the lock is releasable by simply twisting open. MICROPLASTICS, FLIPPIN, AK
www.microplastics.com
ATX SHIELDS
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New spring-line stainless-steel ATX shields are designed to provide shielding against EMI leakage through the multiple backpanel I/O connector ports typical of ATX form-factor motherboards. They install easily via integral clips into chassis configured to ATX specifications. Designed for cost effectiveness and ease of installation, the ATX shields are stamped from 0.010"-thick stainless steel to precisely fit standard Intel ATX specifications. CHOMERICS, WOBURN, MA
www.chomerics.com
COMPOUND MIXER
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The revolving and rotating super-mixer AR-series has been designed to rotate by planetary motion under more than 400 G of acceleration, thereby mixing the ingredients to be dispersed and de-aerated in final compounding at once in seconds to minutes. Not only does it automate the process and reduce the processing time dramatically, it also won't damage the material due to bladeless structure. The machine mixes high-viscosity material such as clay of one million cp or greater in several minutes, and can reduce or eliminate emulsifier. THINKY, TOKYO, JAPAN
www.thinky.com
CABLE TIES
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This range of cable ties is now available in a wider variety of colors to better accommodate a wide range of applications. Used for color coding, easy identification, and to meet aesthetic requirements, the colored cable ties are manufactured in Nylon 6/6 or specialty materials to meet particular applications. These cable ties are available in over 20 colors, and can easily be manufactured in custom colors. They are manufactured for maximum longevity and application ease. Low insertion and pull-through force means the cable tie is applied easily, reducing installer effort. HELLERMANN TYTON, MILWAUKEE, WI
www.hellermann.tyton.com
POKE-THROUGH SHIELD
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The ScrubShield 4×4 flush fire-rated poke-through device has four 20-A, 125-V receptacles and four connectivity openings that accept Xcelerator Series high-performance jacks and snap-fit multimedia connectors. ScrubShield gasket technology for the flip lids, cover, and flange exceeds the new UL514C and UL514A scrub-water testing standards for tile and carpet floors that went into effect June 20, 2003. The power and data openings are protected against the entrance of dirt, debris, and scrub-water from mops and carpet shampooing equipment. HUBBELL PREMISE WIRING, STONINGTON, CT
www.hubbell-premise.com
BUS INTERFACE
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The new 750-655 AS-Interface master module allows easy, fast, and seamless integration of the AS-Interface bus protocol as a sub-network to other popular bus protocols such as Ethernet, PROFIBUS, DeviceNet, and MODBUS. The AS-Interface master is housed in a compact 12-mm-wide package and is easily integrated into the I/O node the same way as other 750 series I/O modules. The module is 100% compatible with the AS-Interface specification 2.1 and all AS-Interface devices such as e-stop, sensors, actuators, and safety components. WAGO, GERMANTOWN, WI
www.wago.com
SNAP-IN CABLE CONNECTOR
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The new NM-B cable snap-in connector is designed to connect single 14/2 to 12/2 NM-B cable to a box or enclosure without the use of a locknut. The model 618-NM snap-in connector is 3/8" in size and fits into any 1/2" knockout. Made from carefully selected high-grade plastic, the PVC snap-in connector is available in a plain finish. BRIDGEPORT FITTINGS, STRATFORD, CT
www.btfittings.com
SPECIALTY FIBER
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Designed for demanding applications including fiberoptic gyroscopes, probes, sensors, and miniaturized components, this high-numerical-aperture polarization-maintaining fiber delivers high birefringence, low insertion loss, and dimensional uniformity. The fiber is optimized for high reliability and the boron-doped stress rod profile is field proven to support high-growth applications over a wide temperature range. Some of the features are 80-µm cladding for 850-nm fiber and a dual-layer UV acrylate coating. CORNING, CORNING, NY
www.corning.com/photonicmaterials
