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AutomationDirect Adds Serial Communications Module to Productivity3000 Controller Line
2014-08-13 06:00:00| Industrial Newsroom - All News for Today
AutomationDirect's Productivity3000 controller family now includes the P3-SCM serial communication module. The option to add more serial ports allows the connection of many peripherals, such as bar code scanners, drives, weight scales, printers, HMI displays and most any Modbus or ASCII device, into one control system.<br /> <br /> The four-port serial communication module contains three RS-232 (RJ12) half or full duplex ports and one port selectable between RS-232 (RJ12) and RS-485 ...This story is related to the following:Controls and ControllersSearch for suppliers of: Communications Controllers
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AutomationDirect Releases White Paper on Top 10 Tips for Specifying VFDs
2014-01-10 06:00:00| Industrial Newsroom - All News for Today
VFDs can significantly extend the life of motors and cut operating costs, but selecting the right unit is critical to achieving these benefits.<br /> <br /> AutomationDirect announces the release of a new White Paper, “Top 10 Tips: Specifying VFDs” that explains the steps needed to choose the right variable-frequency drive (VFD) to maximize energy efficiency and reduce motor wear and tear.<br /> <br /> A VFD lowers energy consumption by allowing the motor speed and power demand to ...
AutomationDirect Adds Photoelectric Laser Distance Sensors
2013-11-06 06:00:00| Industrial Newsroom - All News for Today
AutomationDirect has expanded its photoelectric sensor offering to include OPT series short and long range distance sensors. Available with either Class 1 or Class 2 laser options, the distance sensors are constructed with rectangular plastic housings and fitted with an M12 quick-disconnect.<br /> <br /> OPT short-range diffuse distance sensors utilize high-resolution CMOS line array technology, eliminating material, color and brightness-related measurement differences. Analog and switch ...This story is related to the following:Photoelectric Sensors | CMOS Sensors |
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AutomationDirect Adds More WERMA Visual Signal Devices
2013-10-18 06:00:00| Industrial Newsroom - All News for Today
AutomationDirect now offers WERMA 115V AC/DC and 24V AC/DC optical beacon lights in additional sizes and mounting styles for use on control enclosures.<br /> <br /> WERMA 57/58mm signal beacons are available in surface, bracket, and tube-mount styles. They are available in permanent incandescent, permanent LED and flashing Xenon models in red, green, yellow, clear and blue with either short or tall lens options. Prices for 57/58mm beacons start at $15.<br /> <br /> Added 75 mm diameter beacon ...This story is related to the following:LED Lights | Beacon Lights | Signal Lights
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Additional IEC Motor Controls Available from AutomationDirect
2013-10-11 06:00:00| Industrial Newsroom - All News for Today
AutomationDirect's GH15 series of electric contactors now includes larger frame sizes. The new components are available in frames sizes of 79 mm to 145 mm and models are available up to 315 Amps. GH15 series IEC motor controls feature self-lifting pressure plate terminals for quick wiring terminations; actuator coils, in 110/220 V and 220/240 V, 60Hz models, accommodate most applications. Now available in IEC sizes ranging from B to TT, GH15 series contactors accommodate up to 250 Hp motors @ ...This story is related to the following:Electrical Equipment and Systems Sponsored by: Globtek Inc. - MOBILE BANNER ADSearch for suppliers of: Motor Controllers | DIN Rail Contactors |
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