Posted on July 24, 2023 by Jeff -
Our tactile switches combine reliability with excellent feedback. We offer multiple sizes, operating forces, actuator heights, and life cycles to fulfill application needs. Our tactile switches are used for human interface applications where the user applies force to the pushbutton momentary switch for selection and control.
Posted on July 24, 2023 by Jeff -
Our slide DIP switch versions are available in a broad range of low-profile, half-pitch (.05 inch), standard-pitch (.1 inch), through-hole, and surface mount options. Our unique design and construction allow for superior Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) protection. We offer top, right angle, or side actuation styles; select styles are available with gold-plated or economical tin-plated contacts. Custom marking is also available. Our DIP switch product line includes SPST, SPDT, DPST, and 3PST circuit switching options. Optional bottom epoxy seals and removable top tape seals on the side of the actuator protect the switches during soldering and board washing.
Posted on July 21, 2023 by Jeff -
The CE Series family of rotary encoders offers 11mm and 12mm packages. Both models are available with and without bushing, horizontal and vertical mount styles selected resolutions, detent options, and a momentary push switch option. A rotational life of 30,000 cycles and a wide operating temperature range of -10°C to +70°C provide durability and reliability in many applications. Shaft length and trim options are available. In addition, Series 12CE offers backlit illuminated shafts for those applications requiring an illuminated control in dim or dark spaces. LEDs are available in single-, dual-, and three-color options in a variety of colors.
Features
- 12mm package size
- Rotational life: 30k cycles
- Wide operating temperature range
- Resolution: 12 or 24 PPR
Benefits
- Sized for std and space-constrained applications
- Extended cycle life for HMI applications
- Suitable for use in cold or hot environments
- Design flexibility for HMI applications
Applications
- Instrumentation
- Oscilloscopes
- Power supplies
- Lab microscopes
- Digital radios
- Auto sound systems
- Medical
- Ultrasound scanner
- Vitals monitor
- Portable ventilator
- Portable cardiac monitor
- Portable defibrillator
- Audio
- Instrument amplifiers
- Mixing consoles
- Guitar effects boxes
- Keyboard synthesizers
- Sound processors
Posted on July 21, 2023 by Jeff -
Building on decades of experience in controls, the Series 286 Multiturn Hall Effect Position Sensor provides solid, reliable CTS performance, with added multiturn capability. The 286 is designed for demanding uses in industrial, transportation, medical, and other areas and is ideal for custom applications.
Features
- Up to 10 turns with 3600°
- Non-contacting Hall Effect technology
- 10M cycles of rotational life
- Precision linearity & hysteresis
- Wide operating temperature range
- IP67 rated
- Internal shielding standard
Benefits
- Provides a higher range of positional data
- No physical contacts to wear out
- Extended field deployment
- Allows precise position sensing
- Suitable for use in cold or hot environments
- Impervious to dust and moisture
- Protection against EMI
Applications
- Industrial
- Process automation
- Material handling
- Valve control
- Medical
- Portable ultrasound
- Patient mobility
- CPAP
- Transportation
- 2-wheel throttle
- 3- and 4-wheel offroad
- Agriculture vehicle
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Posted on July 20, 2023 by Jeff -
Industrial-grade potentiometers require a rugged construction that can provide consistent performance in multiple environments. The Series 287 Rotary Potentiometer is constructed with a ceramic element to provide a two-watt power rating, accurate setting, and stability in a variety of environments. The ceramic substrate enables the potentiometer to effectively dissipate heat associated with high-power applications while maintaining the performance, quality, and durability expected from CTS products.
Features
- Ceramic printed element
- 2-watt power rating
- Rotational Life: 100,000 cycles
- Rotational torque: 600 ± 200 gf-cm
- Operating temperature range: -40°C to +120°C
- Rugged metal shaft and bushing construction
- Seal rating: IP50 (option for IP67)
- ROHS and REACH compliant*
Benefits
- High power capacity
- Extended field deployment
- Precision position setting
- Setting stability in all environments
- Suitable for use in extreme cold, hot, humid, and dusty environments
- Variety of options to fit the application
- Protection against EMI
Applications
- Industrial Equipment
- Welders
- Joystick Controllers
- Portable Generators
- Test and Measurement Equipment
- Lift & Shuttle Controls
- Off-Road Vehicles
- Agriculture Harvesting Equipment
- Combines
- Earth Movers
- Construction Equipment
- Cranes
- Test & Measurement
- Power Supplies
- Calibration Equipment
- Hi-pot Testers
- Electrostatic Discharge Testers
- Environmental Chambers
Posted on July 20, 2023 by Jeff -
Rotary encoders with traditional contacting technologies have been used in a growing number of applications in recent years. The introduction of optical technology into rotary encoders has improved product performance to provide longer life, enhanced reliability, and durability. Improved performance results in higher reliability, better quality, and longer deployment in the field while reducing equipment downtime, and service and replacement costs associated with equipment maintenance.
Features
- Optical non-contacting technology
- 2-bit quadrature output
- Rotational Life: 3M (1M with detent)
- Resolution: 24 PPR
- Wide operating temperature: -10°C to +85°C
- Seal rating: IP50
- 5.0 VDC and 3.3 VDC options
- RoHS and REACH compliant
Benefits
- Elimination of wearing electrical contacting parts
- Extended field deployment
- Power option flexibility
- Hollow shaft design allows for added switch or LED in the center of the unit
- Internal Schmitt trigger and pull-up resistor reduce the number of external components required
Applications
- Transportation
- Navigation Controls
- HVAC Controls
- Infotainment Controls
- Medical Equipment
- Ultrasound Scanners
- CT Scanners
- MRI Control Panels
- X-Ray Control Panels
- Professional Audio
- Audio Mixing Desks
- Broadcast Mixers
- Light Control Mixers
Posted on July 13, 2023 by Jeff -
LRMAP3920 gives designers stable and accurate sensing of AC and DC currents up to 150A/200A in a compact chip resistor format.
- Bulk metal alloy technology
- Large copper terminations for minimal joint resistance
- Power ratings up to 10W & 15W continuous
- Resistance values 200µΩ to 5mΩ, Tolerance to ±1%
- Low thermal impedance minimizes temperature rise and enhances reliability
- High surge tolerance gives reliability under inrush and momentary short circuit conditions
Applications
- Power supply units
- Motor control
- Battery monitoring
- Power hybrids
Posted on July 13, 2023 by Jeff -
GX contactors can switch DC loads up to 800VDC. These small RoHS-compliant contactors can be mounted in any position and can be used in nearly any harsh environment, including: underwater and at temperatures from –55°C to 85°C. Most are cRUus recognized.
Applications
- Material Handling Equipment
- Energy Storage Systems
- Emergency Vehicles
- Boats
- Light Rail
- Mining, Oil, and Factory Automation
- Solar, Wind, and Wave power systems
- Power Management Systems for:
- Battery Charging
- Fuel Cells
- Battery Backup
Posted on July 13, 2023 by Jeff -
The IX4351NE is designed specifically to drive SiC-MOSFETs and high-power IGBTs. Separate 9A source and sink outputs allow for tailored turn-on and turn-off timing while minimizing switching losses. An internal charge regulator provides a selectable negative gate drive voltage for improved dV/dt immunity and faster turn-off.
- Separate 9A peak source and sink outputs
- Operating Voltage Range: -10V to +25V
- Desaturation detection with soft shutdown sink driver
- TTL- and CMOS-compatible input
- Undervoltage lockout (UVLO)
- Thermal shutdown
Applications
- On-board chargers
- DC-DC converters
- Electric vehicle charging stations
- Motor controllers
- Power inverters
Posted on June 29, 2023 by Jeff -
DiaForce is our latest and most innovative diagonal compact fan, combining the high airflow volume of an axial fan with the high back pressure capabilities of a centrifugal fan. The result? The performance of a counter-rotating fan with less noise and a significant power reduction.
In today’s digitally connected world, we are storing and managing enormous amounts of data. Keeping that data safe and accessible means ensuring the infrastructure needed to support it stays at an optimized temperature. Whether in servers, autonomous technologies, artificial intelligence, or IoT solutions related to 5G, DiaForce delivers the powerful cooling needed with minimal energy consumption and noise, key considerations in this growing industry.
Counter-rotating fans, or two axial fans in series rotating in opposite directions, are often used in these applications. They are known for their high static pressure and ability to cool densely packed electronics in chassis. The electronic components restrict airflow so high pressure is needed to ensure uniform cooling throughout the enclosure. The tradeoffs are the energy consumption needed to power the fan coupled with noise. We developed an air mover that delivers the necessary static pressure but with quieter and much more efficient operation.
How did we do this? Through an aerodynamically optimized design featuring unique geometries for both the impeller and housing. The concept is revolutionary – DiaForce draws air in and blows it out both axially and radially while retaining an axial design (favorable for installation). Its cover plate is cut in a conical shape – the intake opening is smaller than the outlet opening – and rotates with it, creating a greater pressure increase than an axial fan could achieve. The blade tips pass directly into the cover plate. As a result, there is no tip gap and therefore hardly any turbulence in the gap area, where there is a considerable pressure gradient. This allows for a noticeable noise reduction.
These features combine to give DiaForce superior performance to a single-stage axial fan and lower noise than a two-stage axial (two fans placed on top of each other) or counter-rotating fan – the best of both worlds.
DiaForce at a glance:
- DiaForce vs Counter-Rotating Fans
- Comparable performance in airflow and static pressure
- Significant noise reduction
- Improved motor efficiency leading to substantial energy savings
- Performance
- Noise reduction possible from 6 dB(A) – 12dB(A) depending on operating point
- Steep air performance curve
- Benchmark in air performance and noise
- Overall efficiency of 48%
- Reduced mechanical vibration profile compared to counter-rotating fans
- Technology
- New and improved aerodynamic design of housing and impeller with optimized guide vanes
- State-of-the-art motor technology in terms of power and sound
- Powerful electronics
- Available Options
- Integrated FanCheck diagnostic tool which calculates the realistic service life of the fan based on temperature, speed, and preset environmental parameters
- Go/No Go alarm
- Alarm with speed limit
- External temperature sensor
- Internal temperature sensor
- Analog control input
- Moisture protection
Target markets and applications:
- Server cooling
- Mass storage cooling
- Cabinet cooling
- Autonomous technologies
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Radio Base Station cooling
- 5G / IoT
- Replacement of noisy two-stage, or counter-rotating, fan designs
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