Product Snapshots
(Issue 13, 2009)
AutomationDirect adds 600A Fuses
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AutomationDirect has added to its offering of Edison class RK1, class RK5, class J, and small dimension fuses for industrial control applications. Class RK1 fuses now offer 200A to 600A sizes, starting at $32.25, and are designed for electrical safety upgrade applications. Class RK5 fuses are now available in 225A to 600A ratings, starting at $39.25, and are ideal for time-delay motor circuits and building systems. The class J dual element time-delay fuses, now in 225A to 600A sizes, start at $127.00, and provide superior time-delay to pass harmless motor or transformer surges. Now available in small dimension fuses are 32mA fast-acting glass fuses, available for $7 (for a 5-pack). An assortment of fuse blocks has also been added to accommodate 100A to 600A applications. Prices for the new fuse blocks start at $25.50. Learn more about Edison fuses at:
http://www.automationdirect.com/fuses
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AutomationDirect introduces
Power Distribution blocks
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AutomationDirect announces the launch of a line of Edison power distribution blocks and terminal blocks. The distinctly different styles of short-circuit current rated (SCCR) power distribution blocks and terminal blocks are designed to support different application needs.
Edison’s finger-safe power distribution blocks EPDB series feature a modular design allowing users to configure the number of poles required by each application. Ideal for today’s power circuit requirements, these blocks accept copper conductors and maintain an SCCR rating of 200kA, with proper fusing. The finger-safe blocks are suitable for both factory and field wiring and are rated from 175A to 760A. Most finger-safe blocks are DIN-rail mountable; prices start at $8.25.
Edison open-style terminal blocks PB series are offered as a convenient way to manage power distribution needs in factory and field settings. Surface-mountable, they are engineered to maintain an SCCR rating of 200kA with copper conductors and 10kA for aluminum conductors. Ampere ratings of up to 760A make these blocks ideal for use in UL508A panels for branch circuit applications. The terminal blocks, starting at $6.75, are available in single, double, and three-pole configurations. For greater protection, safety covers are also available, starting at $1.50. View the full line of Edison power distribution blocks and terminal blocks at:
http://www.automationdirect.com/power-blocks
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AutomationDirect offers full line of
cutting tools
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A complete line of RUKO cutting tools, including step drill bits, jobber length drill bits, machine taps, and knockout punches is now available.
High performance split-point step drill bits are CBN (cubical boron nitride) ground from a solid hardened form to provide spiral flutes without burrs and a superior cutting edge. The CBN-ground point ensures centering and spot-drilling, even in thin-walled material. Step drill bits are available in high-speed steel and titanium nitride-coated high speed steel and are designed for sheet metal working in electrical, sanitary engineering, heating technologies, automotive, mechanical engineering, switching systems, and aviation applications. Step drill bits are available individually and in a convenient three piece kit. Prices start at $14.75.
For normal drilling in conventional materials, jobber length drill bits are made of heavy-duty high-speed steel. Designed for applications such as steel and stainless steel, alloyed and unalloyed cast iron, sintered iron, nickel silver, graphite, brass and bronze, jobber size drill bits are available in high speed steel and titanium nitride-coated high speed steel. The jobber length drill bits, available in packs of 5 or 10 and in 21 or 29 piece kits, start at $4 for a 10-pack.
Coarse and fine thread machine taps are available in nine sizes, are constructed of cobalt-alloyed high speed steel, have a reinforced shank for through threads, and feature a spiral point. Unified coarse thread taps are available in sizes ranging from 4-40 to 3/8-16 while unified fine thread taps range from 4-48 to 3/8-24. Machine tap prices start at $6.50.
Knockout punch hole-cutting tools include a punch, die and draw bolt. Ideal for use with sheet steel, stainless steel sheets, non-ferrous and light metals, and up to 8 gauge plastic, thin materials cut quickly, easily, cleanly, and without burrs. The three-point cut ensures less deformation of the punched parts while preventing damage to the draw-in bolt. The optional replacement draw bolt with a ball bearing between the draw-in bolt and die plate reduces the punching force required by up to 67%. Replacement draw bolts, with the ball bearing, are available in three popular sizes. Prices for knockout punches start at $20.75.
To see the full line, visit:
http://www.automationdirect.com/tools
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New Series of Hammond Control
Power Transformers
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AutomationDirect now offers the PG series of 120x240/12x24 VAC HPS Imperator control power transformers as an addition to the existing 240x480 / 120x240 VAC MQMJ series. Designed to meet industrial applications where electromagnetic devices, such as relays, solenoids, etc. are used, they maximize inrush capability and output voltage. These transformers are 50/60 Hz, 600V class, machine tool rated with VA range from 50 VA up to 1500 VA. They are cUL Listed, CE Mark, and RoHS Compliant. The new PG series transformers start at $30 and optional finger safe terminal covers and primary side fuse kits are also available. To see the full line, visit:
http://www.automationdirect.com/powerandaccessories
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IronHorse™ Line Now Includes
Industrial C-face AC motors
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AutomationDirect’s IronHorse™ general purpose AC motor line now includes the industrial duty cast iron C-face style. Available in 1 to 300 hp, all motors have a base speed of 1800 RPM and are electrically reversible. The TC frame TEFC motors feature ribbed cast iron frames to ensure maximum cooling. Starting at $130, these motors are ideal in conveyor, pump, fan, and textile processing applications. IronHorse general purpose motors are available for same-day shipping and are backed by a two-year warranty. See the full line on general purpose motors at:
http://www.automationdirect.com/ironhorse-motors
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New generation of PLC ZIPLink wiring system
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The latest ZIPLink connection system reduces the time to wire DirectLOGIC and CLICK PLC I/O modules to terminal blocks. ZIPLinks use half the space at a fraction of the cost of traditional terminal block wiring arrangements. A complete selection of connection cables for discrete and analog modules is available in three pre-wired lengths; feedthrough, fused, interposing relay, sensor and transient voltage suppression connector modules offer flexible options for field wiring termination. Prices start at $18 for feedthrough connector modules and $16.50 for associated PLC connection cables. The new line is not a pin-for-pin replacement, so if you are replacing existing parts, you will need to replace both the cable and the connector module.
View the full line of ZIPLinks and a helpful cross-reference chart at:
http://ww.automationdirect.com/ziplinks
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