SPRING CLAMP, MINI BLOCKS
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DIN rail-mounted spring clamp connection terminal blocks are designed to reduce wiring times. Sizes range from 4-mm wide for 16-AWG wire to 16-mm wide for 2-AWG wire. They carry ratings ranging from 15 amps at 300 volts to 115 amps at 600 volts. Also, the company’s miniature double-level terminal blocks (ASIMBKKB Series) feature two circuits in one terminal block, and can be mounted on either 15- or 35-mm DIN rail. These terminal blocks have a current rating up to 20 amps at 300 volts, and a wiring capacity of 30 to 10 AWG. According to the company, the PV version of this series can function as a power distribution block because the upper and lower levels are interconnected.
AUTOMATION SYSTEMS INTERCONNECT, CARLISLE, PA
www.asi-interconnect.com
T-1, E-1 EXTENDER WITH CONNECTORS
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CopperLink-T T-1/E-1 extenders (Models 2113 and 2115) are designed to triple the normal reach of T-1 and E-1 circuits while cutting the required number of copper pairs in half. These plug-and-play devices can be used to connect remote PBXs over existing dry copper. The solutions also support T-1/E-1 extension between buildings or across campus. Extenders operate in clear-channel mode to transparently extend data- and voice-bearing circuits, including the T-1 F-bit. The Model 2115 T-1 comes with an RJ-48C connector, while the Model 2113 E-1 includes dual-BNC and RJ-48C connectors.
PATTON ELECTRONICS, GAITHERSBURG, MD
www.patton.com
HAND-HELD FIBER INSPECTOR
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This hand-held fiber-optic inspection microscope uses a white LED to provide coaxial illumination to connector endfaces, enhancing detection of defects and debris. According to the company, the unit provides more than 40 hours of battery-operated power, and is available in 200× and 400× magnification.
FIBER INSTRUMENT SALES, ORISKANY, NY
www.fiberinstrumentsales.com
HIGH-FLEX ASSEMBLIES
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FireWire high-flex round and flat cable assemblies are designed to provide motion control and vision systems with flex-life performance, and help to prevent lost data or data integrity issues. The assemblies are built to maintain stable attenuation, and to flex with no bit-errors or loss of data. Round assemblies have been tested to achieve 5 million cycles in rolling flex motions on a 50-mm bend radius. Flat cable assemblies have been tested to achieve 20 million cycles on a 20-mm bend radius. According to the company, both cable types experienced minimal change in insertion loss and impedance during tests. In-stock lengths are 2, 3, 4.5 and 7.7-mm. Customized lengths are also available.
W.L. GORE & ASSOCIATES, ELKTON, MD
www.gore.com
FIBER CONNECTOR MICROSCOPE
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ViewConn hand-held video microscope is designed to eliminate guesswork when mating fiberoptic connectors. Featuring an eye-safe LCD monitor, the microscope looks for dirt and debris that can affect signal quality. A cleaning tool can be incorporated into the device to reduce installation time.
LIGHTEL TECHNOLOGIES, KENT, WA
www.lighteltech.com
SURFACE-MOUNT HEADERS
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Featuring .100-inch centerlines designed to withstand 280° C soldering temperatures, these MTA-100 surface-mount headers are suitable for power connections on a variety of industrial and commercial electronics. Built to mate with the company’s MTA-100 IDC and CST-100I crimp/snap connectors, the headers are available in 2 through 18 contact positions, and rated for 250 volts AC and 5 amps. Contact finishes include tin as well as 15 and 30 micro-inch gold. Housing is a UL 94-V0 high temperature black nylon with back wall polarization.
TYCO ELECTRONICS, HARRISBURG, PA
www.tycoelectronics.com
EXTENDABLE CABLE CORDS
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The company’s RoHS-compliant Koiled Kords, designed for a variety of connectors, are made of a resilient and durable Neoprene jacket, and have an extension length of 10 to 20 feet (2 to 4 feet retracted). Available in 12 through 18 AWG, light- and medium-duty cords are built to reach a maximum of 300 volts while heavy-duty Koiled Kords reach a maximum of 600 volts. According to the company, all Koiled Kords are UL-listed and CSA-certified.
WHITNEY BLAKE CO., BELLOWS FALLS, VT
www.whitneyblake.com
