Newark, the Development Distributor, is expanding its range of switches and relays, offering same-day shipping for over 25,000 products and on demand access to over 85,000 products, to further help engineers reduce time to market. Additions include products from EAO, NKK, Omron, and TE Connectivity. These new additions to the Newark portfolio, supporting industrial applications,…
Solid state relays and contactors with integrated monitoring
Carlo Gavazzi launched the RG..M Series of single-phase solid state relays and contactors with integrated monitoring features. The RG..M consists of solid state switches that integrate monitoring features for quick and timely failure detection, besides the switching function. Timely failure detection eliminates the need for re-work and prevents scrap, leading to better production throughput and…
3 phase SSRs for panel mounting
Carlo Gavazzi has launched the newest addition to its portfolio of 3-phase RGC3 Solid State Relays (SSRs). The RGC3.…48 Series, is a 48 AAC per phase rated device with a panel mount or thru-wall mount, natural convection heatsink. The RGC3….48 Series of 3-phase SSRs have been very successful due to their recognition as one of…
New relay guide includes glossary, application ideas
Master Electronics, a leading global distributor of electromechanical, interconnect and passive components, returns to our roots with the newly improved 2018 Relay Guide. When it comes to Relays, no one knows them better than Master Electronics. In 1967, Founder, Ike Nizam, established his distribution network on the Relay. Ike realized the ability of relays to…
Thermal Overload Relays for Fuji Contactors
AutomationDirect has added more thermal overload relays to its motor controls lineup. The new Fuji TK26E Series Thermal Overload Relays for 9 to 25 A contactors protect motor windings from burning due to overloads, locked rotor current, or open-phases. Maintenance and inspection safety has been improved by employing a finger protection mechanism to cover exposed…
Earth leakage monitoring relays
CARLO GAVAZZI is proud to announce the launch of two new Earth Leakage Monitoring Relays, the DEA71 and DEB71. When used in conjunction with a CTG Series Core Balance Current Transformer and appropriate circuit breaker, they provide machine protection against fault currents, and help to reduce fire hazards. These earth leakage relays react to small…
NOVA22 solid state relay from Sensata now in 45-mm DIN rail model
Sensata Technologies (ST) now sells Crydom DR45 Series solid state relays (SSRs) as part of its NOVA22 family for use in industrial machinery, HVAC, and railway-vehicle applications. This DIN rail mount SSR has high power density — to 60 Amps at 40° C — from a 45-mm package. In fact, it’s the only solid state…
CIT Relay & Switch offers J097 Series UL approved relay
CIT Relay & Switch offers the J097 Series UL approved relay with switching capacity up to 10A in a small and light weight package. Measuring 18 x 10 x 15 mm, the J097 Series has 1C contact arrangement with coil voltage options from 3 VDC up to 48 VDC with coil resistance of .45W. PC…
Rugged relay designed for harsh inductive loads offers higher resistive load rating
TE Connectivity (TE) is pleased to announce the release of its new CII FC-335 series relay. Designed to manage harsh inductive, motor and lamp loads, this high-performance relay offers a rugged means of power switching in a range of aerospace, defense and marine applications. TE’s new relays are built to handle higher capacity loads than most…
Omron’s MOSFET Relay Series now shipping from Sager Electronics
Sager Electronics is now stocking Omron’s G3VM MOSFET Relay on S-VSON package. Omron’s G3VM Series MOSFET Relays, in stock at Sager, offer the world’s smallest class new S-VSON package and a high ambient operating temperature at 110°C. Its super small size allows for high density mounting while providing size reduction in the end product. The…
AutomationDirect adds safety relays from IDEM
AutomationDirect has extended its offering of safety products to include Viper Safety Relays from IDEM. Viper Safety Relays are designed with enhanced LED diagnostics and simplified wiring. These DIN rail mount units have screw and pluggable connection options and can be used in conjunction with guard switches, E-Stop switches and non-contact switches. Six new configurations…
New Larger SNAPTEC Fast Assembly IP 65 Sealed Enclosures
OKW has launched a new larger size of its SNAPTEC fast assembly IP 65 sealed plastic enclosures. SNAPTEC offers a rapid solution for medical or home automation systems and small devices with low voltage electro-technical components (potentiometers, time controllers, coded control units) or electro-mechanical components (relays, fuses). These modern low cost sealed enclosures feature snap-on…
Two Pole SSRs Up to 75 Amps Per Pole
CARLO GAVAZZI is proud to announce the launch of their new two pole solid state relays, the RK Series. Reducing the size of components is becoming a necessity for equipment manufacturers who want to stay competitive. Carlo Gavazzi has developed the RK Series with this idea in mind, as it provides solutions that minimize space…
“Ice Cube” Power Relays
Wieland Electric Inc., a global manufacturer of innovative electrical interconnect technology, has introduced a series of general-purpose industrial power relays with transparent “ice cube” housings and integrated LED indicators. Ideal for use in industrial equipment, construction machinery, commercial applications that require reliable power connections, and instrumentation, automation, and control systems, the new flare Move HC…
New DIN Rail Enclosures With Integrated Terminal Blocks
OKW has extended its RAILTEC C DIN rail enclosures range with a new CV version that features four integrated terminal blocks. New RAILTEC CV can be specified for a wide range of applications including automation, building technology, safety systems and HVAC – notably time controllers, sensors, relays, signal distributors and lighting controls. It can be…
IDEC Releases RV8H Compact Interface Relays
14mm-wide interface relay saves up to 40% of the space required by standard ice-cube relays. IDEC Corporation announces the addition of the 14mm-wide RV8H compact relay family to its existing interface relay line. These electromechanical relays are ideal for panels with limited room as they provide up to a 40% reduction in required DIN rail…
IDEC releases RL high current 30A relay
IDEC Corporation announces the addition of the RL family of high current electromagnetic relays to its existing R relay product line. There are forty different variations of the RL relay to fit a wide variety of applications. The single-pole version can switch up to 30A, and the two-pole version can switch up to 25A. Both…
AutomationDirect offers additional safety relays
AutomationDirect has expanded their offering of safety products to include additional Dold safety relay modules designed to be positively driven and assure a reliable opening and closing for safety applications. Relays are controlled by a built-in monitoring function, making them ideal for applications with e-stops, safety gates and light curtains. The Dold safety relay mat…
Wieland Electric adds new measuring & monitoring relays
Wieland Electric Inc., a manufacturer of innovative electrical interconnect technology, has expanded its flare CONTROL Series of measuring relays with new devices that monitor a selectable voltage or current setpoint. The flare CONTROL Series measure voltage in three different ranges up to 300V; or single-phase current in three ranges up to 10A. Both series feature a wide supply voltage…
IDEC’s solid state relay for high repetition and power requirements
IDEC Corporation announces the addition of the RV8S solid state interface relays to its existing RV8 DIN rail product line. The RV8S features 100mA to 3A switching capability in a compact 6mm wide space. Other leading RV8S features include high switching cycles, extended operating life and high-speed load switching. A common application is as an…
Safe motion monitoring on vertical axes
Options for safe monitoring of brakes on vertical axes can include a pure brake test to take control of high-performance holding and safety brakes through to redundant fall protection in accordance with Cat. 3, EN ISO 13849-1. The safe motion system PMCprotego DS combines a servo amplifier and safety card, for a high level of…
PLCs control massive hangar doors at San Francisco International Airport
The door controls, motors and gear drives of the Superbay Maintenance Hangar at the San Francisco International Airport needed a retrofit. The previous control system was built in 1969 and consisted of multiple relays, contactors, timers, antiquated power track systems and miles of wiring requiring continuous maintenance. The massive hangar boasts two 130 x 90…
New 2-pole, Force-guided relays – The ultimate in safety and space savings
In conjunction with the popular IDEC RF1V series of 4- and 6-pole relays, RF2 force-guided relays from IDEC give users even more choices by offering a new 2-pole option ideal for users only needing two contacts or wanting to add multiple relays in a series. These compact and slim relays provide added safety, while saving…
Basic electronic monitoring relays save space, simplify set-up
Phoenix Contact now offers compact monitoring relays for single-function monitoring, making simple monitoring applications more affordable. The new EMD-BL (basic line) monitoring relays are available with optional push-in technology for easier installation. The EMD-BL is available for single-phase current monitoring, single-phase voltage monitoring, three-phase voltage monitoring and phase monitoring. Unlike the existing EMD-FL and EMD-SL…
IDEC Expands Relay Selection with New 6mm RV8H Interface
IDEC is expanding our relay selection by introducing the new 6mm RV8H interface relays with a UL listed Class I Division 2 rating, designed specifically for use in hazardous locations. These interface relays are suited for controls used in applications such as oil and gas equipment, panel building, refineries, painting and mixing chambers, mining, waste…