Labeling Machines
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These Labeling Machines (18 lb; 13.12" L X 5.50" W X 11.90" H) are reportedly easily installed and handled on an assembly line or integrated within other types of automation. The machines print labels from 0.125" W X 0.187 to 1.40" L. They can present labels to external automation or apply labels using an applicator head. Serializations, bar coding and 2-D symbologies are accommodated. Pro Automation Inc., Garden Grove, Calif.
Enclosure Systems
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These CompactPCI Enclosure Systems are designed for high-availability telecommunications applications. Features include redundant CompactPCI backplanes with H.110 bus; up to three hot-swap power supplies; and hot-swap, low-profile, high-velocity blowers. The systems are offered in a compact 10U (17.5") height, and are available with provisions for up to four 18 G Ultra Wide SCSI pluggable hard drives. Configurations from 3U to 10U, four- to eight-slot backplanes with user-specified bussing are available. Pentair Electronic Packaging, Warwick, R.I.
BNC Crimp Tool
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The CTB-1 Crimp Tool is a pneumatic hex-die benchtop crimp tool for installation of BNC coaxial connectors. It can be actuated by hand or a foot pedal, operates at 32 cycles per minute, and meets MIL-C-22520/5 requirements for BNC crimp connectors. The tool reportedly produces quality crimps while increasing installation efficiency and reducing fatigue and risk of repetitive motion injuries. A regulated, filtered and lubricated 95-120 psi air supply is required. Trompeter Electronics, Westlake Village, Calif.
Digital Soldering Station
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The ST 45N Nitrogen-assisted Digital Soldering Station for traditional and lead-free soldering is said to improve solder joint quality, increase tip life, reduce the need for flux and help eliminate bridging. Nitrogen gas flows from the soldering station into the iron, passes over the iron's heater and is focused around the soldering tip. A preheated, focused nitrogen stream envelops the tip and its point of application, allowing for preheating in the area to be soldered. The product reportedly utilizes the PS-80N soldering iron, and is available with 13 standard soldering tips. Pace Inc., Laurel, Md.
Harness Testers
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Horizon 1500 Harness Testers include a feature targeting applications that require high-resolution measurements in low-ohm ranges. The fixed high-current source is designed for use in conjunction with the four-wire (Kelvin) techniques to perform resistive measurements on wires and resistors with resistance values of less than 4 W. The high resolution and accuracy are said to make it suitable for a range of applications, such as testing military and medical cables, measuring shield resistance and mixed gauge. Cabletest International Inc., Markham, Ontario, Canada
Cleaning Kit
The Connector/Adapter Cleaning Kit is said to be a solution for maintaining the optical integrity of connectors, jumpers, couplers, patch panels and other passive network components. It includes FCC-02R prep cleaner, FCC-R replacement cartridge, ACT-01 adapter cleaner tips (20), alcohol dispenser, lint-free wipes and carrying case. Applications include fiber optic connectors and ferrules, fiber management systems, laser transmitters and optical receivers. Alcoa Fujikura Ltd., Telecommunications Div., Spartanburg, S.C.
Taping Machine
The HS Hand-held Portable Taping Machine is used to spiral wrap adhesive or nonadhesive tapes onto wire harnesses, cables, convoluted tubing, bus bars, electrical leads and similar pieces; the pieces can be up to 2" in diameter. The machine features a rugged, lightweight taping head mounted on a right-angle drive unit. The angle between the taping head and drive unit can be adjusted. CAM Industries Inc., Hanover, Pa.
Fiber Optic Adhesive
AngströmBond AB9104 is a clear, low-viscosity adhesive that is said to cure at room temperature and produce very low shrinkage. It reportedly wicks to fill small bond gaps, and bonds to glass, ceramic, metals and most plastic substrates. The adhesive has low-outgassing characteristics and chemical and solvent resistance, and it acts as an electrical insulator. The product is said to be suitable for applications requiring low stress and high strength. Fiber Optic Center Inc., New Bedford, Mass.
Tracer and Generator
The TT100 Tone Tracer has a slim, ergonomic design. When used in conjunction with any audio tone generator, it reportedly permits wire and cable identification without having to make direct metallic contact with the conductor. It can be used with a wearable headset or a standard cell phone set. The TG100 Tone Generator is said to allow for multiple tone capabilities and constant tone amplitude over the life of the battery. Power-saver and auto-off features preserve battery life. It has a 4" compact size. Test-um Inc., Camarillo, Calif.
Wire Marker Printer
The E-Z-Coder Wire Marker Printer is a small, portable system that produces custom labels for wire, faceplates, outlets and electrical components. Weighing 1.6 lb, it reportedly features an easy-loading label system; wide, user-friendly keys; a large, easy-to-read LCD screen; and automatic label serialization. Users can print up to eight variable lines of text at two sizes, in bold or normal type. It is sold with a battery pack, UL-listed battery charger, ribbon and wrist cord. Thomas & Betts Corp., Memphis, Tenn.
Expandable Sleeving
Protecto Expandable Sleeving is a flexible, self-fitting woven plastic that comes in a variety of materials and sizes, ranging from 0.125 to 2.50" nominal ID. Reportedly capable of expanding up to three times its size, it installs over connectors or fittings, permits water drainage, and protects against abrasion caused by rubbing against rough surfaces. It can be precut and sealed in lengths from 4" or on splice-free spools up to 1,000'. Nelco Products Inc., Pembroke, Mass.
Epoxy Adhesives
These Epoxy Adhesives are formulated to bond rigid, durable substrates such as metals, glass, ceramics, concrete and wood. 5-Minute Epoxy is a rapid-curing, mediumviscosity, general-purpose adhesive/encapsulant. 2-Ton Clear Coat is a high-clarity, no-shrink adhesive suitable for applications where a strong, clear, water-resistant bond is required. Epoxy Plus 25 is a rubber-toughened structural adhesive with reported superior peel, impact and fatigue resistance. HP 250 is suitable for bonding or potting applications where a high-performance, chemical-resistant bond is needed. Devcon, Danvers, Mass.
Metric Fittings
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These Shield-terminating Metric Fittings provide integrated termination of a cable's shield. This feature is said to allow installation of cables with low-resistance shield grounding. Correct shield grounding is a baseline requirement for CE-compliant cable installations. Fittings are available in sizes M12 through M63. Lutze Inc., Charlotte, N.C.
Flexible Epoxy
Duralco 4538N Super Flexible Epoxy offers high peel strength and adheres to plastics, metals, ceramics, glass, Zytel, Victrex, polyphenylsufone, polycarbonates, phenolics, nylon and other difficult-to-bond surfaces. It reportedly includes no volatiles, no solvents, no outgassing, and no two- or three-stage curing cycles. It is also said to withstand repeated thermal cycling from -100° to 300°F. Applications include bonding, encapsulating and sealing in electronics, instrumentation and production. Cotronics Corp., Brooklyn, N.Y.
Detangler
The D-Tangler 2000 Spring Detangler is designed to separate springs and wire forms that get tangled from settling caused by shipping and handling. It can reportedly process different sizes of springs and wire forms in the same unit. The unit is built in an electrical enclosure for operator safety and quiet operation. It includes a variable speed setting and can be used as a standalone system or integrated for total automation. Online Inc., McHenry, Ill.
Thermal Printer
The DMX-I-4308 Thermal Printer reportedly features a precision-built printer mechanism and state-of-the-art electronics for applications requiring very small labels, detailed graphics and 2-D bar codes. With print speeds of up to 8" per second, it reportedly supports all popular linear and 2-D bar-code symbologies, and its field-installable flash/font expansion card allows for storage of label formats, graphics, downloadable fonts and international language print capabilities. Datamax Corp., Orlando, Fla.
Contact Cleaner
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Sprayon S02020 is said to be a nonflammable, noncorrosive, nonstaining cleaner that is safe on virtually all plastics. It reportedly removes light contaminants without leaving a residue or causing temperature control problems, and it can be applied while equipment is operating because it instantly evaporates. Dielectric strength is reported at 19,000 V. Applications include PCBs, relays, switches and precision instruments. Sherwin-Williams Consumer Group Industrial Sales, Columbus, Ohio
Tubing Heat Tool
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The Glo-Ring is a single-element bench unit said to provide an alternative to conventional heat guns. It is suitable for shrinking long lengths of heat-shrink tubing on cable assemblies and wire harnesses. The heat intensity is variable by the use of the heat control. Quartz elements are protected by guards for safety and to prevent accidental damage. The unit measures 4.5 X 5.0 X 9.0" (11.43 X 12.70 X 22.86 mm). A triple-element and hand-held unit are also available. The Eraser Co. Inc., Syracuse, N.Y.
Cable Tester
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Designed to offer one-button operation, the WireMap 620 looks for its remote unit (included) at the other end of the cable once connected. When the remote is detected, the product is said to perform a full wire-map test, including tests for shorts, opens, miswires, shield and split pairs. The results are then displayed on the LCD. Both straight-through and crossover cables can be verified. Jensen Tools Inc., Phoenix, Ariz.
Cutting Machine
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The Slice 131 Cutting Machine is designed to handle heat-shrink tubing, which is stiff in nature. A triple-roller feed system and heavy-duty motor are part of the system. The device's cutting aperture is 0.1875 X 3.00", and it is also said to cut up to 60-conductor flat ribbon cable with precision. American Mfg. & Technologies Inc. (AMTI), Addison, Ill.
Fiber Optic Adhesive
Tra-Bond F230 is said to be suitable for high-temperature fiber optic applications. This low-viscosity material reportedly exhibits wetting characteristics and forms bonds to substrates common to the fiber optic industry. Such substrates include glass, plastics, ceramics and metals. This material, which is color-coded for proper mixing and curing, is suitable for fiber optic termination as well as other potting or structural bonding applications. Tra-Con Inc., a National Starch & Chemical Co., Bedford, Mass.
Epoxy System
The M5-82 Linear Epoxy System reportedly remains flexible under temperature changes. It is said to be suitable for under-the-hood automotive applications and other environments where seal integrity is required in adverse temperature and weather conditions. When heated, it melts and cures, forming a consistent seal. It is available in a range of shapes, sizes and materials, and can be dispensed at rates of 200 to 600 ppm. Multi-Seals Inc., Manchester, Conn.
Potting Compound
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The EP110F6 is a high-performance, thermal-shock-resistant potting compound designed to withstand more than 10 thermal-shock cycles from -55° to 155°C. It is said to readily cast in thick as well as in thin sections and cures with negligible shrinkage. The product can reportedly adhere to similar and dissimilar substrates, and offers dimensional stability when exposed to severe environmental conditions. It also is resistant to water and many other chemicals, and has a low viscosity. Master Bond Inc., Hackensack, N.J.
Solder Pastes
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ESP 477 Water-soluble Solder Pastes are reportedly suitable for multiple production shifts without drying, clogging or degradation of print quality. They are said to exhibit stability, print to 12 mil pitch, and resist slump at elevated temperatures or in high-humidity environments. Residue is reportedly readily removed with 140°F water and minimal agitation. A variety of alloys including lead-free are available. EFD Inc., Lincoln, R.I.
Wiring Tools
A variety of Ergonomically Designed Wiring Tools for factory and field wiring are available. The tools are said to be fully insulated and adjust automatically to the wire diameter. They are designed to perform a combination of tasks. The WST5 and WST3150 are combination wire cutters and wire strippers; the WST3300 is a combination wire cutter, wire stripper and ferrule crimper. They can be used on stranded and solid wires of 20 to 10 AWG and strip a variety of wire insulation. Woertz-USA, Colmar, Pa.
CompactPCI Enclosures
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The S31 Enclosures are for rack-mount and benchtop applications in CompactPCI bus, H.110 telecommunications and industrial electronic systems. The eight-slot package occupies 8U of total rack space and has removable rack ears and feet. The 64-bit backplane is available with an H.110 option for computer telephony applications. The design is said to minimize fasteners and provide EMI control without gasketing. The unit is rated for 10° to 50°C operating temperatures and 5 to 95 percent noncondensing humidity at 40°C. Tracewell Systems, Westerville, Ohio
Adhesives
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Dual-pacs are two-part, premeasured materials packaged in 1:1 and 2:1 cartridges, available in 50 to 400 ml sizes. Reactive adhesives are meter-mixed at time of use through a disposable nozzle, which is said to increase the shelf life of the adhesive and ensure proper mix ratios. Reportedly, there is no mixing necessary. The Dual-pac Selector Guide lists adhesives, potting and encapsulating compounds designed for the cartridges. appli-tec Inc., Haverhill, Mass.
Dispensing Pens
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Flow-Seal Pens are designed to apply controlled amounts of water and alcohol-based products, including no-clean liquid fluxes, RMA liquid fluxes, solvents and masking materials. They are said to hold 0.6 oz of liquid and are available in standard (polypropylene) and ESD-safe versions. Four shapes and two material types are available, as well as interchangeable nib types. I&J Fisnar Inc., Fair Lawn, N.J.
Instrument Housings
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Series XIHLQ Quad Port Instrument Housings feature four standard conduit entrances; two additional ports may be specified. Reportedly explosion-proof, the housings are UL-, cUL-, FM- and CENELEC-approved. They accommodate large-diameter assemblies, multilevel PCBs, or wide-angle readouts and displays. The 4" ID provides maximum clearance to facilitate instrument mounting, calibration or service. They are precision-machined from sandcast copper-free aluminum and have a 0.5" thick base. Adalet, a Scott Fetzer Co., Cleveland, Ohio
