Machine Building

X-life high-speed spindle bearings in a choice of specifications

At EMO 2017, Schaeffler presented an entire range of new, high-speed spindle bearings in premium X-life quality. These FAG spindle bearings enable machine tool manufacturers to further increase performance of their motor spindles in terms of mechanical and thermal load carrying capacity, thereby helping their customers to boost productivity and competitiveness.

21st November 2017

New budget-level Sick 2D LiDAR sensor for detection and ranging

When a single-field laser scanner is all that is needed, Sick's TiM100 2D LiDAR Sensor offers users a budget-level option with high-resolution object detection and ranging for factory automation and warehousing applications.

21st November 2017

Sub-miniature PCB mount toggle switch saves panel and PCB space

JPR Electronics is the UK distributor of the Salecom TS40-T range of sub-miniature toggle switches. This compact switch offers designers space savings on PCB layouts and reductions in control panel size. The TS40-T switches are available in horizontal and vertical styles and feature gold plated terminal pins on a standard 2.54mm pitch for direct PCB mounting.

20th November 2017

Swinghandles, lifthandles, escutcheons from EMKA

EMKA have accumulated an extensive portfolio of modular design swinghandles, lifthandles and escutcheons for enclosures, cabinets, access panels and general industrial use to make life easier for specialist panel builders.

20th November 2017

NXP's i.MX RT crossover processors are now at Mouser

Mouser Electronics is now offering the i.MX RT crossover processors from NXP Semiconductors. Combining the high performance of a processor with the real-time functionality and ease-of-use of a microcontroller, the highly integrated i.MX RT series supports a wide range of applications, including industrial and home automation, Internet of Things (IoT) gateways, robotics, motor control, and audio subsystems.

17th November 2017

Han-Eco connectors have new hoods for higher cable cross-section

Harting is expanding its Han-Eco series of lightweight connectors with two new hoods in sizes 6 B and 10 B with M40 cable entry, allowing users to take advantage of larger cable cross-sections and more cabling space within the same compact dimensions. As a result, customers can transfer more power in the same installation space.

16th November 2017

IDT solid-state MEMS-based FSx012 flow sensor modules

Mouser Electronics is now stocking FS1012 and FS2012 MEMS-based flow sensor modules from Integrated Device Technology (IDT). The innovative solid-state sensor element design eliminates cavities and diaphragms typically found in similar devices and features a protective silicon-carbide coating, making it a robust and reliable flow sensor element compatible with food-grade applications.

16th November 2017

Phoenix Contact: New firewall according to IEC 62443

The mGuard remote maintenance routers from Phoenix Contact will be even more secure: With the new firmware 8.5, custom firewall rules can now also be stored inside and outside of the VPN tunnel for routers belonging to device class 2000.

15th November 2017

Ceramic foam delivered in custom sizes and shapes

Goodfellow is promoting its capability for producing ceramic foams in custom dimensions. Materials available include silicon carbide, alumina, zirconia and graphite-based materials. Heat stability is up to 1500degC.

15th November 2017

Inductive position measurement for Industry 4.0 applications

Pepperl+Fuchs is launching the PMI F90 inductive positioning system that can precisely detect the absolute position of one actuator as well as the distance between two. Thanks to IO-Link technology, the system has comprehensive communication functionality and is equipped for Industry 4.0 applications.