HEIDENHAIN now offers a new EIB 742 external interface box for precise position measurement. It is a network-capable measuring solution that removes the requirement of a PC interface card that is usually necessary when connecting measurement apparatus to an industrial PC or laptop. The EIB 742 is ideal for inspection stations and multipoint inspection apparatuses […]
Tektronix Significantly Enhances Spectrum Analyzer Performance
Tektronix, Inc., a worldwide provider of test, measurement and monitoring instrumentation, introduced the MDO4000B series of mixed domain oscilloscopes that features significantly enhanced spectrum analyzer performance and, when used with Tektronix SignalVu-PC, the industry’s widest bandwidth vector signal analysis capability and deep support for WLAN 802.11 a/b/g/j/n/p/ac testing. Introduced in August 2011, the Tektronix mixed […]
Tektronix Delivers Advanced 802.11 WLAN Test Solutions
Tektronix, Inc., a worldwide provider of test, measurement and monitoring instrumentation, announced numerous new capabilities and upgrades to its mixed domain oscilloscope, performance oscilloscope, and spectrum analyzer families that give electrical engineers powerful – and affordable – tools for integrating 802.11 a/b/g/j/n/p/ac WLAN connectivity into their product designs. The new WLAN solutions address the growing […]
AutomationDirect adds Handheld Tachometers and Stroboscopes
AutomationDirect’s line of tools now includes SHIMPO handheld stroboscopes and tachometers available in AC-powered, rechargeable and battery-powered models. The SHIMPO DT-100A series battery-powered handheld tachometers offer superior accuracy and capabilities for measuring and recording rotational and linear speed as well as linear travel. Priced at $236, units are constructed of rugged die-cast aluminum; the series […]
Box Eliminates Need for PC Card with Inspection Stations
HEIDENHAIN now offers a new EIB 742 external interface box for precise position measurement. It is a network-capable measuring solution that removes the requirement of a PC interface card that is usually necessary when connecting measurement apparatus to an industrial PC or laptop. The EIB 742 is ideal for inspection stations and multipoint inspection apparatuses […]
Fluke 1730 Three-Phase Energy Logger is honored in the NECA Showstopper
The Fluke 1730 Three-Phase Energy Logger has been recognized in the National Electrical Contractor Association (NECA) Showstopper Awards as one of the top products at the 2013 NECA Convention. The NECA Showstopper Awards highlight the best new products and services designed to help electrical contractors on the job. This is the second award for the […]
New AMETEK Taylor Hobson Surtronic S-100 Series
A portable roughness tester with robustness, versatility and extensive connectivity to support a wide range of surface measurement applications has been introduced by AMETEK Taylor Hobson (www.taylor-hobson.com). For ease of use, the new Surtronic S-100 Series includes a large touch-screen and highly intuitive proprietary software. It is suitable for both shop floor and inspection room […]
New Precision Pressure Calibration Products from Fluke
Fluke Corporation is broadening its suite of precision pressure calibration products with the addition of 14 new 700G Series Pressure Gauges and two new models of pressure calibrators: the Fluke® 719Pro and 721 Dual Range Pressure Calibrator. Instrument, process, and plant maintenance technicians now have a complete line of rugged, trusted pressure calibration devices ranging […]
Fluke 2638A Hydra Series III Data Acquisition System
Fluke Corporation introduces the Fluke® 2638A Hydra Series III, the latest addition to the Hydra line of Data Acquisition Systems / Digital Multimeters. The Fluke 2638A features a full-color display with an easy-to-use menu system, DC measurement accuracy of 0.0024 percent, 6.5 digit DMM mode, and CAT II safety ratings, making it a truly industrial […]
Floating Switch from TI Transforms Offline LED Drive Design
Texas Instruments (TI) (NASDAQ: TXN) introduced the industry’s first floating switch architecture that simplifies the offline linear drive of LEDs in lamps, downlights and fixtures. The AC switched matrix technique features TI’s TPS92411 floating MOSFET switch and is an innovative approach to producing low-ripple LED drive current without magnetic components. The architecture provides excellent compatibility […]