TOPTEC plastic enclosures for PCBs with protruding connectors and interfaces are now available in 28 different permutations. TOPTEC is a good candidate for applications including monitoring, signaling and control systems; medical and wellness devices; laboratory technology; computer peripherals and IoT/IIoT. Installations are faster because pre-assembled PCBs fitted with protruding connectors or interfaces can be mounted…
SOSA-aligned backplanes feature up to eight 25-GB slots
As The Open Group Sensor Open Standards Architecture, or SOSA, initiative continues to move towards completion, Elma Electronic Inc. has added two 3U backplanes to its growing family of products aligned to Snapshot 3 of the SOSA Technical Standard. Available populated with or without VITA 67.3 connectors for timing and RF connectivity, the six-slot and…
Hammond data communications racks, sanitary enclosures, miniature cases, wire trough and wireway
AutomationDirect adds new series and models of enclosures from Hammond. Hammond data communication racks provide a housing to mount data communication equipment and devices used in industrial environments. Wall-mount swingout rack enclosures include 19-inch mounting rails for easy installation of network access equipment. Rack cabinets and open wall-mount racks are ideal for securing equipment to…
Affordable custom enclosures
Newark, an Avnet Company and global distributor of electronic components, products and solutions, is offering fully customizable high-end IP67 electronics enclosure solutions from its private label brand Multicomp Pro. Using a unique and intuitive online tool available on Newark’s website, customers can create a custom enclosure in minutes, moving from prototype into full production from…
Digitally printed enclosure markings are less expensive than silk-screened versions
Metal enclosures manufacturer METCASE has invested in new technology to meet growing demand for cases and front panels printed with photo-quality legends, logos and graphics. New equipment is slightly larger than the existing 1,800×1,800 dpi flatbed printer – and 40% faster. The company is also using new inks which are even more scratch resistant. METCASE…
More Attabox enclosures and accessories
AutomationDirect has added to its offering of Attabox enclosures and accessories from RobRoy. The Heartland series of polycarbonate enclosures from AttaBox is ideal for applications requiring protection from moisture, corrosive environments, UV exposure or extreme temperatures. The Heartland series carries NEMA 1, 3R, 4, 4X, 6P and 12 ratings, and is available in sizes up…
Low-profile plastic enclosures hold wall-mount, desktop electronics
Attractive DIATEC low profile plastic enclosures are for wall-mount and desktop electronics and are now available in four sizes. DIATEC is a candidate for communications and network equipment in living and working environments. Applications including computer peripherals, IoT/IIoT, gateways, data system engineering, data collection, security and access control, measurement and control, medical and laboratory technology.…
New large enclosure system is the latest member of Pepperl+Fuchs’ Bebco EPS purge and pressurization family.
Pepperl+Fuchs, a world leader in process automation, introduces a Bebco EPS purge and pressurization system designed specifically for use with large enclosures in Zone 1 hazardous areas. The 6100 series purge and pressurization system can purge an enclosure over 450 cubic feet (12.2 cubic meters), making it the largest purging system available from Pepperl+Fuchs. The…
Smart RFID reader maintains IP65/67 ratings while securing industrial equipment
The new KW2D series of smart radio frequency identification (RFID) readers are designed for easy installation into the typical 22-mm panel-mount holes used with machinery, are readily integrated with automation systems, and enable OEMs and end users to easily apply advanced authentication and authorization measures. The IDEC KW2D series RFID readers are compact UL listed…
Signal panel meter targets shipboard/avionic apps
Housed in an industry-standard 1/8th DIN casing and available in either plastic or metal (for use in EMI/RFI, Mil-Std. 461 and Class 1E applications), the Signal Panel Meter (SPM) incorporates “pure white” LED technology to offer an illuminated 4½ digit, 0.6-in display, which may be customized to virtually any color simply by changing the scale…
Digital panel meter replaces widely used analog versions
An ANSI four-inch digital panel meter called the NTM-N is part of OTEK’s New Technology Series. The NTM-N is a form, fit and function replacement for widely used analog meters such as the GE/Yokogawa DB40, Weschler/Westinghouse k231/k241, Dixson BEW51, Crompton 077, and virtually any meter adhering to the industry standard 4-inch ANSI dimensions. A single-channel…
Digital panel meters sport dual displays
The NTM-8 smart meter is part of the Otek New Technology Meter series. Following the company’s tradition of providing easy-to-install Plug & Play instrumentation, the NTM-8 is a direct form, fit and function replacement for the Foxboro 257, Bailey 775, or any other 6- or 7-inch analog meter. Available in a metal housing, the NTM-8…
Module carriers speed data transmission connections between field and control cabinets
The new LÜTZE Cat. 6A module carriers allow data transmission points between the field and control cabinet to be performed even more quickly and safely. Core benefits of the module carrier include the greatly simplified wiring process that does not require special tools. Pluggable PROFINET or Ethernet connections can be created in just a few…
Wall-mount enclosures optimized for smart building/office/home controls
Elegant new SMART-PANEL wall-mount enclosures are for intelligent building control and monitoring technology. The attractive and ergonomic SMART-PANEL line is designed to house modern control consoles in a wide range of residential, commercial and industrial applications. They include building services systems, electrical installations, smart home, IoT/IIoT, wireless communications, measuring and control, medical and laboratory technology,…
Bud Industries’ PU Series plastic enclosures now shipping from Sager Electronics
Distributor Sager Electronics is now stocking Bud Industries’ PU Series IP68/NEMA 6P Plastic Enclosures. The PU series polycarbonate plastic enclosures feature a streamlined design and provide superior water ingress resistance. Bud Industries’ PU series meets IP66 and IP68 requirements and is UL listed to UL 508A. All models feature molded mounting flanges for easy installation.…
STRONGHOLD cases available in 30 more sizes
Gemstar Manufacturing, a leader in custom hard case solutions, has announced the expansion of 30 new sizes to its STRONGHOLD case line. One of the most rugged cases available on the market, STRONGHOLD is the company’s military-grade reusable container design, offering secure protection of high-value contents. With the new sizes, STRONGHOLD interior dimensions now range…
New rear covers for power entry modules boast high flame protection
A new protective rear cover series for Power Entry Modules (PEMs), called the RC320, is comprised of flame-retardant silicone rubber, flame class UL94 V-0. This flexible and durable material ensures an excellent fit and is temperature resistant up to 150°C. It is also free of halogens and is RoHS and REACH compliant. PEMs, including appliance…
Pocket-sized enclosures incorporate USB connections
OKW has increased the range of USB connectivity options for its award-winning MINITEC plastic enclosures for personal electronics. MINITEC – which won an iF Product Design Award – is a modern range of ergonomic enclosures for remote control key fobs, IoT/IIoT, compact measurement devices, data recording, personal emergency/alarm systems, medical or fitness monitoring devices. Tactile…
Super-light conductive metalized nonwoven protects against EMI
VeeloVEIL, a metallized nonwoven advanced material, is now available in 3 mΩ/sq, 55 gm/m2 with 95% electrical uniformity in a 36-in wide continuous product form. VeeloVEIL’s electrical conductivity and basis weight properties are unmatched by incumbent solutions, making it the highest performing composite protection material in the market. At 3 mΩ/sq, VeeloVEIL offers twice the…
Handheld HMI includes touchscreen, function keys, and switches
The HG1P handheld human-machine interface (HMI) is lightweight and robust and is the right-sized way to enhance operator interactions for automated machine tending and robotics applications, and it is the most cost-effective device of its type. At only 500 g and with contoured hand grips, a hand strap, and a wall hanging bracket, the HG1P’s…
Contactless sensing option detects touches 30 mm away from pad surface
A contactless sensing option can detect user interactions up to 30 mm away from the surface of a touchpad glass. Based upon fully customizable ZyBrid® touch sensors, ZyBrid hover has been designed to assist manufacturers of self-service kiosks in their efforts to reassure customers nervous about touching publicly used surfaces. ZyBrid hover works in conjunction…
Plastic electronic enclosures are fully wearable
OKW has added a new size XL to its BODY-CASE range of fully wearable plastic electronic enclosures. Smart and comfortable BODY-CASE suits a wide range of applications including data recording and transmission; IoT/IIoT; tracking/monitoring; emergency call/notification; healthcare/wellness; leisure and sports; digital communications; stock/sales logging; safety engineering; measurement/control; automation – and any roles involving localization of…
Fast-assembly aluminum instrument enclosures
New improved UNICASE aluminum instrument enclosures from METCASE are now even quicker to assemble – thanks to redesigned chassis profiles and a new assembly tool (available as an accessory). These popular universal enclosures suit a wide range of applications including measuring and control, feedback control, peripheral devices and interfaces, switchboxes, modems, medical and laboratory technology.…
STEGO enclosure products
44 new STEGO part numbers have been added to AutomationDirect’s enclosure thermal management and enclosure lighting product lines. New STEGO enclosure products include a “Smart Sensor” temperature/humidity sensor, a unique flat form factor heater, enclosure door switches, and new Varioline series LED enclosure lights. The compact Smart Sensor ($126.00) electronically measures temperature and humidity and…
19-in desktop mini-racks now available in custom heights and depths
Nineteen-inch desktop mini-racks are now available in custom heights and depths to suit the customer’s rack mounted equipment. These advanced mini-racks are designed for mounting standard 19-in subracks, chassis and front panels. Applications include test and measurement, networking, communications, sound and studio systems, laboratory instruments, industrial computers and control systems. Elegant TECHNOMET 19-in is normally…