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Mil-spec toggle switches
21 January 2009, Altron Arrow
The US Department of Defence has granted Apem a QPL (qualified products list) certification for its 12000X778 series professional grade toggle switches. The company’s products are listed on two QPLs, ...

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Durable rotary position sensor
26 November 2008
Bourns has developed a new 12 mm rotary position sensor. The small and reliable new dust-proof Model 3382 provides long product life with 1 million rotational cycles and IP40 seal rating. It is designed ...

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Bipolar digital switch
26 November 2008
NVE’s ADV001-00E is a GMR (giant magneto-resistive) digital switch with a bipolar output. The sensor maintains an operate point with the application of a negative (South) magnetic field, and a release ...

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Piezo switches sealed to IP69K
26 November 2008
By achieving the seal-tight protection class of IP69K, Schurter is extending the spectrum of potential applications for its tried-and-tested PSE family of piezo switches. The qualification test was carried ...

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Concentric rotary switch
12 November 2008
Elma has launched a concentric rotary switch which integrates two complete rotary switches into a single unit by building on the established modules of the E33 encoder. This makes the new E37 cost-effective, ...

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12-bit magnetic rotary encoder IC
12 November 2008, NuVision Electronics, ASIC Design Services
austriamicrosystems has expanded its magnetic rotary encoder portfolio with the 12-bit AS5145. The device is a contactless, complete system-on-chip for accurate angular measurement over a full turn of ...

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Relays meet touch safe regulation
1 October 2008, Communica
Crouzet has improved on its GN series of solid state relays by achieving compliance with the IEC IP20 touch safe regulation, through their use of a clear plastic cover accepting larger size wire terminals ...

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On/off pushbutton controller
1 October 2008, CST Electronics
New from Maxim is the MAX16054, a pushbutton on/off controller with debounce circuitry and ±15 kV ESD protection. It features state memory that causes the output state to latch after the switch is released/opened, ...

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Microminiature detect switch for AMC
17 September 2008, Altron Arrow
C&K Components has developed a microminiature surface mount detect switch designated the HDT series, with a profile of just 3,5 mm off the PC board, which is designed for both top and side actuation in ...

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Microswitch for reflow soldering
17 September 2008
Hartmann Codier is offering the MBZ4, a microswitch designed to meet requirements for reflow soldering. It can withstand reflow soldering temperatures of 260°C for up to 10 seconds. THT solder pins measuring ...

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Customised rotary encoders
17 September 2008, Actum
Knitter-Switch produces a wide range of rotary encoders designed specifically for applications in the consumer, industrial and automotive industries. Described by some as rotary pulse switches, encoders ...

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Vandal-resistant control panel pushbuttons
3 September 2008
EAO has introduced a new range of vandal-resistant pushbuttons to improve the design and durability of control panels. Featuring a stainless steel body, these 16 mm and 19 mm R.series pushbuttons are ...

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Low-power Hall-effect switch
3 September 2008, Altron Arrow
New from Allegro MicroSystems is an ultra sensitive, Hall-effect switch with latched digital outputs and omnipolar magnetic actuation. The A1172 features operation at low supply currents and voltages, ...

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LED indicator rocker switches
20 August 2008, Altron Arrow
After the introduction of the KR rocker switches and the KL locking rocker switches, Apem has announced the release of the KI series LED indicators. The design of this series matches the unique design ...

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Range of 16 mm industrial switches
20 August 2008
EAO has a comprehensive range of easy-installation, compact 16 mm switches for industrial applications. The company offers a wide choice of non-illuminated and illuminated pushbuttons, indicators, keylocks, ...

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Detect switches for ATCA applications
6 August 2008, Altron Arrow
C&K Components has developed a variety of detect switches for use in ATCA (Advanced Telecom Computing Architecture) applications. Designated the MDS series, SDS series, SDT series and HDT series, the switches ...

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Illuminated E-stop switch
6 August 2008
EAO has extended its Series 84 industrial switch range to include a compact, illuminated emergency-stop switch. The new E-stop has a ‘foolproof’ mono-block design and bright LED illumination, visible ...

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Wireless, self-powered pushbutton modules
6 August 2008, Mimic Components
The ADZS-ICE-100B Blackfin emulator from Analog Devices is a portable, nonintrusive, target-based debugging solution. The emulator performs a wide range of emulation functions, including single-step ...

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Flat pushbuttons now sleeker
6 August 2008
Schlegel has enhanced the look of its ultra-flat IP65 control units in the Rontron-R-Juwel and Rontron-Q-Juwel series. A high-quality surface in burl wood or carbon décor has been combined with an elegant ...

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Tiny, durable tact switch
6 August 2008, Altron Arrow
C&K Components has developed a new series of ultraminiature, low-profile top actuated tact switches. Designated the KMT series, this switch features a tiny footprint and an extended life cycle of 150 000 ...

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