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October 15, 2008:
AutomationDirect releases small, easy-to-use PLC
AutomationDirect announces the release of the CLICK™ PLC, the first in a new generation of inexpensive PLC components designed to offer practical features in an easy-to-use, compact yet expandable design. Starting at $69, this line of micro brick PLCs with stackable I/O modules and free programming software is suitable for first time users as well as experienced programmers. |
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20-4-2008
ProSense™ Pressure Transmitters
Pressure and Vacuum Transmitters .. Compact PTD pressure transmitters and vacuum transmitters provide an analog output for reliable pressure indication. |
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20-4-2008
ProSense™ Pressure Sensors
Pressure Switches
Using strain gauge technology, the PSD series electronic pressure switch is an ideal alternative to mechanical piston pressure switches. The PSD sensor features a gas-tight measuring cell that reliably detects gas pressure and liquid pressure. |
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18-2-2008
Foot Switches and LED Pilot Devices
New foot switches, in single and double units, are designed for machines such as shearing and spinning machines, lathes, wrapping machines and riveting machines and presses. Foot switches are available in two operational formats: free movement and foot switch locked in neutral position . The extensive line-up of AutomationDirect pilot devices now includes 24V and 120V LED illuminated 22mm metal pushbuttons, selector switches, and indicators. |
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18-11-2007
AcuAMP Current Sensing Transducers and Switches
AutomationDirect's high performance current transducers and switches are available in split-core or fixed-core models and offer outstanding features, flexibility and durability. All models carry a five-year warranty. ACT and ACTR current transducers have field-selectable current input ranges up to 200 A and industry standard 4-20 mA or 0-10 VDC outputs. The ACTR series combines a current transducer and a True RMS signal conditioner into one unit.
The ACS150, ACS200 and ACSX series of current operated switches combine a current transformer, signal conditioner and limit alarm in one package. Features include current input ranges up to 200 A and isolated solid-state outputs. The ACSX series has a field-adjustable time delay. |
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18-9-2006
C-more Micro-Graphic Touch and Text Panels
AutomationDirect has expanded the C-more family of operator interfaces with the C-more Micro-Graphic panels. These small (4.5 x 3.25 inches) yet powerful graphical panels are equipped with a 3-inch screen, have five user-programmable function keys with LED indicators and five backlight colors, and contain 768Kb of project memory. The offering includes both touch and non-touch models.
C-more Micro panels display both text and bitmap graphics, and offer data entry, recipe handling and alarm capabilities. All models are configured with FREE Windows-based programming software. Optional snap-on keypad bezels in 8-key or 20-key configurations are also available |
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15-3-2005
AutomationDirect has introduced a
line of non-fused switch disconnects for breaking and disconnecting
on equipment loads. The SD1 series non-fused disconnects allow breaking
and disconnecting on equipment loads of up to 600 VAC, at a nominal
current range from 16 A to 40 A. SD2 series non-fused disconnects
allow breaking and disconnecting on equipment loads of up to 600
VAC, at a nominal current range from 63 A to 125 A. Both models
are DIN-rail or panel-mountable and feature high breaking capacity
(AC 22 A to AC 23 A), double break contacts, high electrical and
mechanical endurance, and are resistant to damp heat.
The non-fused disconnects have an
IP20 degree of protection and are HACR rated. Prices for the non-fused
disconnects start at $36.00 . A complete line of standard accessories
is also available, including an optional auxiliary contact (one
normally open and one normally closed contact). |
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25-1-2005
OPTICAL COMMUNICATION For 10/100
Mbps FAST ETHERNET Networks
Niplex- Phoenix Digital now provides
Fault Tolerant, Redundant, Self-Healing, Fiber Optic Modules for
10/100 Mbps FAST Ethernet (ALL Protocols... TCP/IP, IP, CP, etc).
Optical Communication Modules are available in modular Standalone,
Industrial Enclosures for DIN-Rail or Panelmount Installation...
with Integral 120/220 VAC, 24 VDC, and 125 VDC power supply options. |
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25-11-2004
Complete line of FUJI motor controls
AutomationDirect has partnered with
Fuji Electric to carry Fuji’s DUO series line of motor
contactors, overload relays, and manual motor starters (MMS),
as well as their Odyssey line of large contactors and overloads
featuring Super Magnet™ coil technology. These offerings provide
complete motor control solutions up to 300 horsepower. The conventional
starters in the DUO line can accommodate motors up to 75 Kwr at
415 VAC, while MMS combination starters can accommodate motors up
to 30Kw at 415 VAC and are UL Type E listed. The Odyssey Series
of contactors come in sizes up to 300 horsepower at 480 VAC. The
DUO series contactors are available in 24 VAC, 24 VDC, 120 VAC,
and 240 VAC coil versions. The Odyssey series of contactors is available
with 24 V, 120 V, and 240 V Super Magnet coils that can be powered
with AC or DC. A complete line of accessories is also available.
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5-11-2004
New programming pack for DL205
WinPLC
A Think & Do Live! software programming
pack for AutomationDirect’s DL205 WinPLC is now available. This
package offers WinPLC users a low-cost development environment with
the same control and connectivity features as the standard Think
& Do Live! package for applications that don’t require separate
PC HMI screens. The WinPLC programming pack features flowchart logic,
simple I/O configuration, WinPLC MODBUS TCP Ethernet port and MODBUS
RTU serial port drivers, and OPC Client and server. The PC-WPLC-LIVE
package is priced at $1390.00 and includes one development system
license on CD-ROM, a Certificate of Integrity, and user manual.
See the “Entivity PC Control” product category in the Software Products
section for further details. |
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4-11-2004
DataLYNX PLC Modem Data Logging
Software
AutomationDirect now offers DataLYNX
remote modem data logging software, an inexpensive data collection
and storage package for remotely located PLCs or other devices that
support MODBUS and a modem connection. DataLYNX is ideal for collecting
data from remote locations or relaying data from multiple locations
back to a single location to be stored. Setup is easy…no programming
or SCADA system required. Four packages support up to one, five,
ten or an unlimited number of PLCs. |
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2-10-2004
AutomationDirect has launched the
SureStep™ family of products, an open-loop stepping system that
provides simple and accurate control of position and speed and offers
a solution for applications requiring lower power. The SureStep
stepping system provides a low-cost, reliable, high quality
solution to answer your positioning control needs.
Features of the stepping system include:
- Four standard, connectorized motors
and a "one-size-fits-all" step motor drive
- Optional 20-foot extension cable
with locking connector to interface the SureStep motors to the
2-phase microstepping drive
- Drive features standard +5 VDC
optically isolated logic inputs for interfacing with DirectLOGIC
PLCs and many other 3rd party controllers/indexers
- 9-position DIP switch for drive
configuration; no software or add-on resistors are required
- A standard 32 VDC, 4-amp linear
power supply
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14-8-2004
AutomationDirect now offers
general purpose industrial relays in cube and solid state styles
for use in a wide range of applications. All relays feature LED
indicators for easy troubleshooting. New models available include:
- The 78 series cube style 15 amp
electro-mechanical relays are available in 24 VDC, 24 VAC, 120
VAC, and 240 VAC coil voltages. These relays are designed for
applications demanding high power control in various factory machines
and control panels.
- The 750 series 12 amp electro-mechanical
relays are available in 24 VDC, 24 VAC, 120 VAC, and 240 VAC coil
voltages. They feature an octal base design.
- The AD-SSR series solid state relays
can handle 10 or 25 amp loads. Heat sinks are included on the
product.
- The AD-70S2 series solid state
relays can handle loads up to 4 amps. They can be DIN-rail mounted
using the 782-2C-SKT socket. These solid state relays have a high
resistance to shock and vibration, and an immunity to moisture
and dirt
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4-1-2004
AutomationDirect.com.au & Harvill
have formed an alliance to direct market industrial switchgear.
This alliance is expected to allow new business opportunities in
developing and focusing the directions for AutomationDirect in the
Asia Pacific region.
Switchgear Information |
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4-4-2003
Now shipping - a new line of Centsable
22mm metal pushbuttons, switches and indicating lights for your
control panels. Several new pushbutton models, including flush-mount
and extended pushbuttons, and 40 mm operator faces (a standard 22
mm device), are available in six colors. Flush-mount and extended
models start at $11 complete with contact blocks.
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5-12-2002
CUnet A Whole New Way of Networking
for all DL-05, DL-06,and Terminator I/O.
PLC sometimes anthropomorphize that
it is like a human,because it has the brain CPU ,the senses Input
,and the limb Output .Imagine that if you could control numerous
numbers of PLCs as distributed autonomous system.That will bring
the greatest reliability and flexibility into the control-systems.
With CUnet,you are able to accomplish the most complicated control-system
that you have always dreamed of. Up to 64 stations,4096 I/O points
per 1 Network on a Super high-speed data communication network
Click here
to find out more about what's new in DL-05, DL-06,and Terminator
I/O. |
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1-10-2002
Due to the acceptance
of 1/8" and 1/4" series
5//2-way solenoid valves, we have added 1/2" directional valve
to our increasing Pneumatic control range.
5/2
way directional valve information |
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25.09.2002
Our newest addition to the DirectLOGIC
product line features fixed I/O of 20 inputs and 16 outputs with
four option card slots for expansion, all in the same package. With
practical features and a low starting price, the DL06 is a great
fit for applications from 36 to 100 I/O
The
new DL06 - fixed I/O and four option card slots in one package |
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19-09-2002
AD series
2/2-way solenoid valves of forged brass body for general applications,
The valves are ofeered from 1/8 BSP up to 2 BSP and flanged version
as well
2/2
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25-10-2001
The DL205's High Speed Counter Module
(H2-CTRIO) provides 2 quadrature encoder counters up to 100KHz,
and 2 channels pulse output control (other I/O configurations possible).
The easy-to-use configuration tool is integrated for use within
DirectSOFT. Other DL205 modules now available include a 32-point
low voltage input module and 32-point 24VDC sourcing output module.
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information on the DL205 PLC |
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11-8--01
Ethernet Remote Master module for
DL205 and DL405
The Ethernet Remote Master module
(ERM), , provides a low-cost, high-speed Ethernet Remote I/O link
for DL205 and DL405 PLC systems and WinPLC systems. The ERM connects
the local CPU base(s) via a 10BaseT or 10BaseFL Ethernet link. Click
here for a detailed datasheet on the ERM module (PDF Document).
More
information on the DL205 PLC
More
information on the DL405 PLC |
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25--4--01
Pneumatics Brand new line of
air Valves, cylinders and fittings
from our new partner AZ Pneumatica. Extreme features
and extreme value.
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