National Instruments announced the NI PXIe-5667 spectrum monitoring receiver to address radio monitoring, interference detection, spectrum regulation and related applications in line with ITU recommendations. Coupled with NI FlexRIO and the NI LabVIEW FPGA Module, the NI PXIe-5667 can perform real-time analysis of RF signals such as continuous spectrum monitoring, spectrogram and advanced signal processing […]
NI Releases NI 5791 RF transceiver adapter module for NI FlexRIO
National Instruments commercially released the NI 5791 RF transceiver adapter module for NI FlexRIO, which is currently being used in multiple cutting-edge research projects on 5G technologies. The module forms a powerful SDR solution when paired with an NI FlexRIO FPGA module for real-time, user-designed processing. Through triggering mechanisms provided by the PXI platform, users […]
Editorial roundtable for the week of 10/22/12
Design World editors cover the latest developments in motion, pneumatics, 3D printing, additive manufacturing, and power supplies for the week of Oct 22, 2012.
Test & Measurement Tips
New Metrology Digital Readout For Manual Measurement Systems
The new ND 120 QUADRA-CHEK metrology digital readout (DRO) from HEIDENHAIN is designed specifically for manual measuring machines such as optical comparators and measuring microscopes. As an offshoot of HEIDENHAIN’s ND 1200 QUADRA-CHEK, the ND 120 offers most of the functionality but at a lower price point. It supports two- to three-axes with the third […]
HM-200® Series Micro Vickers Hardness Testers are packed with innovative technology
The HM-200® Series Micro Vickers Hardness Testing Machines are available from Mitutoyo America Corporation. HM-200® Series Micro Vickers Hardness Testers incorporate the latest optical systems for measuring indentation dimensions together with an electromagnetic test-force loading device – just two of many new, productivity-enhancing technologies designed into these machines. Depending on model, Mitutoyo HM-200® Series Micro […]
Designing Superior Weighing Systems to Improve Safety and Control Costs
In industries from mining and manufacturing to construction, transportation, and agriculture, the need to weigh or measure inputs, outputs, and applied force has grown in recent decades to improve production safety and control costs. What follows is a quick primer on what design engineers need to know about measuring weight or force with load cells, […]
WAGO JUMPFLEX®-ToGo Android Application
WAGO Corporation’s free JUMPFLEX®-ToGo Application brings powerful PC-based Signal Conditioner configuration and visualization to Android devices. Available as an instant download on Google Play, JUMPFLEX®-ToGo supports increasingly mobile workforces. With the swipe of a finger, the app configures input/output parameters. It also displays signal conditioner settings, process and configuration data, as well as actual measurement…
capaNCDT Precision capacitive measurement for distance and position
Capacitive sensors of the capaNCDT series measure displacements, distances or positions of any electrically-conducting targets (e.g. metals). A linearization function is integrated for measurement against insulator materials. Capacitive sensors are ava…
A look into the world of Keithley Instruments
Founded in 1946, Keithley Instruments, a Tektronix company (which specializes in ac items), was purchased by the Danaher Co., in 2010. Keithley specializes in power supplies, dc items and DMMs (digital multimeters). This company designs solutions for t…
optoCONTROL 1220 Optical precision micrometers for gap-, edge- and diameter measurement
Micro-Epsilon Eltrotec introduces the optoCONTROL 1220 series with its versatile high-precision online micrometer for edge, gap, diameter and object center measurements. Compared to the other 1200 series micrometers, the 1220 measuring range has been r…
TEGAM Accessory Improves Handling of SMT Components
TEGAM introduces the Model 17510A Chip Tweezers accessory, designed to work with the TEGAM 1750 and 1740 resistance measurement instruments. They enable technicians and inspectors to easily handle very small resistors and make four-wire resistance measurements. The tweezers enable accurate one-handed measurements from micro-ohms to mega-ohms without changing probes. The jaws have a capacity of […]
AMETEK Acquires Micro-Poise Measurement Systems
AMETEK, Inc. announced that it has acquired Micro-Poise Measurement Systems, a leading provider of integrated test and measurement solutions for the tire industry, from American Industrial Partners, a private equity firm, for approximately $170 million in cash. Micro-Poise is headquartered in Streetsboro, OH, and has additional manufacturing operations in Troy, MI; Beijing, China; and Lübeck, […]
optoNCDT 2300LL High Speed laser sensor with anti speckle feature
Laser sensors of the series optoNCDT 2300LL use a very small laser line instead of the common laser spots. Due to this laser line, the optoNCDT 2300LL is also very well suited for precise distance and displacement measurement on glossy, porous or rough surfaces. Due to the high measurement rate of up to 49kHz it […]
Quick Vision® WLI supports both vision and high accuracy 3D measurement in one machine
Mitutoyo America Corporation announces release of the new Quick Vision® WLI vision measuring machine. Besides an optical vision head, the Quick Vision® WLI also incorporates a white light interferometer (WLI) head. Together these heads enable high accuracy performance of non-contact vision plus non-contact 3D measurement of high aspect-ratio minute form (Z = Sub µm ~ […]
Tektronix Introduces Most Comprehensive, Automated PCI Express 3.0 Tx, Rx Test Suite
Tektronix, Inc. announced the automated transmitter (Tx) and receiver (Rx) compliance and debug testing solution for the PCI Express 3.0 standard. With new product enhancements to the BERTScope Bit Error Rate Tester Series, and PCI Express test software, Tektronix now offers silicon, hosts and card designers a single destination for PCI Express 3.0 testing. PCI […]
SCHURTER’s Compact Filtered Inlet Boasts Maximum Attenuation
SCHURTER’s latest 5123 series filtered inlet adds enhanced filter performance to the already successful standard version 5120 series. The higher attenuation in the same compact dimensions is designed to meet the continually increasing demands for interference suppression of IT, medical, test & measurement and industrial equipment. The new 5123 series filter combines an IEC power…
Newage® MT91 Hardness Tester Offers Speed, Accuracy And Easy Set Up
The Newage® MT91 Automatic Microhardness Traverse Testing System offers unrivalled testing speed – as fast as six seconds per test cycle—and a precise Rockwell type testing method that requires no manual interpretation of the impression. The MT91 measures hardness based on depth of penetration rather than using an optical system that determines hardness based on […]
Qualtera launches Silicondash to speed up semiconductor yield, product and test engineering
Qualtera has unveiled Silicondash, an automated Decision Support System (DSS) for semiconductor test data analysis. Silicondash provides a complete solution to rapidly identify, analyze, and react to test, quality and yield issues. Compared to existing approaches Silicondash brings an exceptional improvement in engineering productivity. Silicondash is currently used in high-volume beta trials with major European…
Advantech Launches a Low Density Combined Isolated/TTL PCI Express DAQ Card
The Industrial Automation Group of Advantech has launched a new low-density isolated DAQ card that uses the PCI Express interface. The PCIE-1730 has a much faster data transfer rate than standard PCI cards, offers up to 32 isolated channels, and does not require additional development software. The PCIE-1730 has 32 low density isolated digital IO […]
Mitutoyo MACH®-3A CNC CMM developed specifically for in-line applications
Mitutoyo America Corporation announces availability of the MACH®-3A CNC Coordinate Measuring Machine – a CMM that brings levels accuracy and performance expected from Mitutoyo to in-line applications. Instead of the basic GO/NO GO judgments common to in-line gaging, the MACH®-3A CNC provides comprehensive measurements to enable statistical control utilizing numeric data. The MACH®-3A is a […]
Keithley Introduces Dual-Channel Picoammeter/Voltage Source with Ultra-Low Current Resolution
Keithley Instruments, Inc. expands its low level measurement leadership by introducing a dual-channel picoammeter with dual ±30V independent, non-floating bias sources and 1fA measurement resolution. The Model 6482 Picoammeter, the latest addition to Keithley’s popular line of sensitive instrumentation, provides two independent picoammeter/source channels in a 2U, half-rack enclosure, allowing simultaneous 6-1/2-digit measurements across both channels. […]
OMEGA Introduces Compact Non-Contact Temperature Sensor OS212
Omega’s new series of compact non-contact temperature sensors are high quality, low cost sensors that measure temperature of inaccessible or moving objects and materials. It features a fast response with high stability, 2-wire 4 to 20 mA output proportional to target temperature, optional manual emissivity adjuster with display and stainless steel housing, sealed to IP65.…
Eaton Launches Online Authentication Tool to Combat Counterfeiting
Eaton Corporation announced the launch of an online tool designed to detect counterfeit electrical products. Eaton’s new Circuit Breaker Authentication (CBA) tool is designed to allow customers to detect if Eaton molded case circuit breakers (MCCBs), up to 400 amperes, are counterfeit. By entering the bar code, part number and date code found on the…
Connect More Devices in Less Space with New G11 AS-Interface Splitters from Pepperl+Fuchs
Pepperl+Fuchs introduces G11 passive splitters to its family of G11 Series AS-Interface I/O Modules. Available in flat cable or M12 male connector versions to satisfy varied application needs, these splitters are sealed to keep out contaminants. They are also ECOLAB certified and IP67 rated for reliable operation in wet environments. In addition to AS-Interface, they…
TEGAM 1740 Milliohm Resistance Meter Makes Accurate Measurements Fast
The TEGAM 1740 Milliohm Resistance Meter offers a powerful combination of accuracy and speed performance. In Fast Mode, the 1740 can make 100 readings per second with an accuracy of 0.05%. The combination of accuracy and high measurement speed allows users to improve throughput with higher yields in resistor, wire, fuse, thermistor, trimmer and contact-resistance […]