IDEC Corporation announces the release of their new RC Series printed circuit board (PCB) relays, with features supporting a wide range of industrial-grade applications. These relays come in several low-profile configurations, provide high-capacity power switching, and perform reliably even in challenging environments. The RC Series replaces and upgrades the proven RJxV Series PCB mount relays.…
New line of IDEC VFDs provides flexible motor control and energy savings
IDEC Corporation now offers a new line of VF1A Doesa variable frequency drives (VFDs), providing versatile control and efficient operation of electrical motors for a wide range of applications. Control and efficiency VFDs are used to control the speed and torque of AC motors so users can optimize system performance by running equipment at just…
Incorporating consumer tablet tech into industrial-grade equipment
A new device provides an ergonomic and secure way for designers to harness the networking and operator interface capabilities of modern tablets when used with industrial equipment requiring safety provisions. By Luiz Shida, IDEC Corporation Dedicated human-machine interfaces (HMIs) and PCs, whether installed in a panel or a control room, have played an important role…
New IDEC Safety Commander improves HMI tablet usability for industrial and safety applications
IDEC Corporation has developed the new HT4P Safety Commander, building on the success of the HT3P by incorporating end-user feature requests for additional networking and operator interface functionality. The HT4P Safety Commander is an ergonomic device enabling users to securely hold and protect a human-machine interface (HMI) tablet while providing power, networking, and hardwired emergency…
IDEC announces new low-profile touchless switches
IDEC Corporation has introduced a new line of CW low-profile touchless switches suitable for many hygienic industrial and public automation applications, addressing cleanliness concerns for protecting against COVID-19 and other contamination. Touchless switches are durable and reduce the total cost of equipment operation. Previously untouchable savings World events have introduced a new sense of urgency…
Special bracket facilitates tablet HMI for industrial machinery
The HT3P Safety Commander addresses a growing need for users who want to incorporate modern tablets into their industrial automation systems, but also need to include hardwired emergency stop (e-stop) and enabled functionality. The Safety Commander makes it easy to hold a tablet securely in an industrial setting, for applications like machinery, robotics, automatic guided…
Handheld HMI includes touchscreen, function keys, and switches
A new 4.3-in-LCD HG1P handheld human-machine interface (HMI) is aimed at enabling operator interactions for automated machine tending and robotics applications and is said to be 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 ergonomic design enables…
Eight-port unmanaged ethernet switch supports QoS, IGMP snooping, broadcast storm protection
The SX5E-HU085B 8-port unmanaged industrial Ethernet switch provides many managed switch features to support the rapidly expanding quantity of Ethernet, IoT, and IIoT devices used in critical and challenging commercial and industrial locations. No software configuration is needed, and flexible installation options make this an economical yet high-performance solution. Managed Features in an Unmanaged Switch…
IDEC introduces HG1P handheld HMI
IDEC Corp. has introduced the new 4.3-in. LCD screen size HG1P handheld human-machine interface (HMI). This lightweight and robust HMI 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…
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…
How to better integrate IoT devices — use Apps
Systems for integrating IoT devices and smart equipment can be architected in many ways, and end users will find easier access when mobile apps and FTP access are incorporated. Don Pham, Senior Product Marketing Manager, and Linda Htay, Product Marketing Specialist, IDEC Corp. Industrial and commercial users realize the growing availability of intelligent devices at…
IDEC announces support for the BACnet/IP
IDEC Corporation announces built-in support for the BACnet/IP building automation protocol by its family of MicroSmart FC6A Plus PLCs. BACnet stands for Building Automation and Control Networking Protocol, and it is the world’s leading protocol for networking HVAC, lighting, security and other systems commonly found in commercial and industrial buildings. This open protocol has been…