New, Compact, Rail-Mounted, Thermal-Magnetic Circuit Breaker

February 17th , 2009 → 11:25 am @

New, Compact, Rail-Mounted, Thermal-Magnetic Circuit Breaker

This single pole, thermal-magnetic breaker is only 12.5 mm wide, and is available in current ratings from 0.1 A - 32 A.  These are available with four available trip characteristics.  The range of versions allows exact specification of continuous loads and inrush currents, load circuits, and cable cross sections specific to individual user requirements.  UL 489 and [...]

Category : Engineers Solutions Articles / Heat & Circuit Protection / Technical Articles

New, Hermetically Sealed, 50-Amp Relays

February 17th , 2009 → 11:25 am @

New, Hermetically Sealed, 50-Amp Relays

These new relays are designed to perform under the most demanding environmental conditions of temperature, altitude, shock, vibration, and salt spray.  Meeting the requirements of Mil-R-6106, these hermetically sealed, non-latching relays offer a 50-A switching capability in a compact package of only one cubic inch in size and weighing less than 90 grams.  This compact [...]

Category : Engineers Solutions Articles / Switches & Relays / Technical Articles

New Rail-Mountable Control Transformers for High Inrush Applications

February 17th , 2009 → 11:25 am @

New Rail-Mountable Control Transformers for High Inrush Applications

This control panel transformer series is designed specifically for high-inrush applications that require reliable output voltage stability.  They are a cost-effective and easy-to-install power distribution and supply solution.  The transformers maximize inrush capability and output voltage regulation when electromagnetic devices are initially energized.  They feature a unique DIN rail-mount foot, or they can be panel-mounted.  [...]

Category : Engineers Solutions Articles / Inductors, Transformers & Coils / Technical Articles

New Compact Electronic Circuit Protector

January 13th , 2009 → 1:51 pm @

New Compact Electronic Circuit Protector

This remarkably compact Electronic Circuit Protector is just 2.76” H by 0.5“ W, and allows direct mounting on a 35 mm din rail.  It combines electronic trip characteristics and active current limitation to allow selective disconnection of loads connected to 24VDC power supplies.  Selective load protection prevents complete shutdown of the system by quickly disconnecting [...]

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New Toggle Switches with IP67 Panel Seal

January 13th , 2009 → 1:51 pm @

New Toggle Switches with IP67 Panel Seal

This new version of a popular toggle switch series incorporates internal and external seals to provide panel sealing to IP67.  This eliminates the need to fit additional clumsy toggle covers, therefore making the switch straightforward to use, and quicker to assemble.  Rated at 0A, 277Vac, it is available with ON-OFF, ON-ON and three position, ON-OFF-ON [...]

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World’s Smallest FPC Connector Offers Secure Contact Retention

January 13th , 2009 → 1:51 pm @

World’s Smallest FPC Connector Offers Secure Contact Retention

This 0.25mm pitch version is the smallest FPC connector on the market today.  It saves up to 40 percent of space in mobile devices.  Available from 21 to 39 circuits, the SMT ZIF terminal design prevents cable/connector contact during insertion, protects against wear on the FPC contact pads, and ensures secure electrical contact even if [...]

Category : Engineers Solutions Articles / Interconnect Products / Technical Articles

New Wire Leads for Sealed Toggle, Rocker, and Pushbutton Switches

January 13th , 2009 → 1:51 pm @

New Wire Leads for Sealed Toggle, Rocker, and Pushbutton Switches

Dee Electronics has a series of environmentally sealed Toggle, Rocker, and push-Button switches that are now available with wire leads.  The switches are engineered for applications requiring a robust solution fit for use outdoors and in other harsh environments.  The wire leads increase the durability and ensures an even longer operational lifetime.  They are designed [...]

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New Illuminated Pushbutton Switch has Multiple Cap Options

January 13th , 2009 → 1:51 pm @

New Illuminated Pushbutton Switch has Multiple Cap Options

This new series of illuminated pushbutton switches feature multiple cap and LED color options.  This illuminated switch is offered with or without a tactile feel, giving you the choice for your application.  Possible applications include computer servers, peripherals, performance audio, instrumentation, telecommunications and networking.  This switch has a mechanical/electrical life of 200,000 cycles and an [...]

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New Sealed Splash Proof Soft Shell Connector

January 13th , 2009 → 1:51 pm @

New Sealed Splash Proof Soft Shell Connector

This is a small wire-to-wire and wire-to-board connector system that provides the advantages of using a proven product in a splash-proof environment.  This design allows the connector system to be used in areas where high humidity, intermittent liquid splashing or foam-in applications requiring a sealed connector for improved electrical performance.  Applications include appliances, vending, and [...]

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New Trendy Circuit Breakers for Equipment

December 9th , 2008 → 9:08 am @

New Trendy Circuit Breakers for Equipment

These new trendy circuit breakers are available in 1-, 2-, or 3-pole arrangements.  Their compact form and attractive design really make them stand out.  The rocker-actuating switch can be supplied either with or without illumination, in your choice of 5 bright colors, and with various legends or customer-specific symbols.  The breakers have been designed for [...]

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