AchieVe FDM Series 12mm Tubular Photoelectric Sensors from AutomationDirect
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AchieVe FDM Series 12mm Tubular Photoelectric Sensors from AutomationDirect

November 13, 2024 – AutomationDirect has added AchieVe FDM series 12mm tubular photoelectric sensors that offer a rugged metal construction, high IP67 protection ratings, and sensing distances up to 4 meters. These photoelectric sensors feature selectable light-on/dark-on operation, a 10 to 30 VDC operating voltage range, potentiometer or teach-in button sensitivity adjustment, and a fast 1kHz…
Bondhus Hex and Torx Tools Sets from AutomationDirect
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Bondhus Hex and Torx Tools Sets from AutomationDirect

November 6, 2024 – AutomationDirect has added Bondhus hex and Torx tools, which are precision machined in the USA with a proprietary high-torque steel for reliable, long-lasting service life. Hex-end L-key sets have chamfered tool tips to eliminate burrs and provide a proper seat. Ball-end L-key sets insert at a 25° angle, allowing for superior…
Supplier Profile: Plymouth Rubber
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Supplier Profile: Plymouth Rubber

With more than 100 years of experience developing, manufacturing and selling electrical insulation solutions, Plymouth Rubber knows quality is key to continuous success for its business and its customers. With this in mind, the company has a dual focus on delivering products that offer both high-efficiency and durability to reduce costs, while improving the longevity…
Schmersal 250 Series Heavy-Duty Limit Switches from AutomationDirect
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Schmersal 250 Series Heavy-Duty Limit Switches from AutomationDirect

October 30, 2024 – AutomationDirect has added new Schmersal 250 series heavy-duty limit switches featuring rugged cast iron housings for the harshest environments. The selection includes models with side rotary levers with metal or plastic rollers, metal belt alignment rollers, and high-temperature models with metal rollers. The belt alignment switches prevent costly equipment damage by…
LS Electric XMC EtherCAT© Motion Controllers and EtherCAT Bus Coupler from AutomationDirect
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LS Electric XMC EtherCAT© Motion Controllers and EtherCAT Bus Coupler from AutomationDirect

October 30, 2024 – AutomationDirect has added the powerful LS Electric XMC motion controller to provide full EtherCAT master motion control. With a blindingly fast processor (scan times as low as 5ns) and built-in support for 8 or 16 axes of EtherCAT-based motion control (depending on the model), the XMC controller can handle virtually any…
Additional Murrelektronik Field Wireable Connector Options from AutomationDirect
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Additional Murrelektronik Field Wireable Connector Options from AutomationDirect

October 23, 2024 – AutomationDirect has added M12 field wireable connectors with additional cable size options from Murrelektronik. New 5-pin A-coded connectors are available for 4-8mm/26-18 AWG cable sizes, in axial or 90° male or female connector styles. New D-coded connectors offer 4-pin configurations for 4-8mm/26-18 AWG cable sizes, in axial or 90° male connector…
Automating Escape Room Experiences
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Automating Escape Room Experiences

Industrial automation products can also be applied to unique applications, like the advanced control needed for a sophisticated escape room. Escape rooms are immersive adventure games where players solve puzzles to break out from a themed environment within a set time. While seemingly unrelated to industrial automation, a systems integrator (SI) leveraged expertise gained from…
Wera Multi-Bit Driver & Hex Keys from AutomationDirect
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Wera Multi-Bit Driver & Hex Keys from AutomationDirect

October 9, 2024 – AutomationDirect has added more top-of-the-line Wera tool options to their continuously growing Tool and Test Equipment lineup. New tool sets include maintenance sets, a Joker self-setting/self-adjusting wrench set, a Tool-Check PLUS socket/driver bit set, and Kraftform Kompakt multi-bit screwdriver sets. Screwdriver additions include Kraftform Micro precision screwdriver sets, Kraftform Kompakt multi-bit…
Endress+Hauser Intrinsically Safe Analog Input Isolators from AutomationDirect
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Endress+Hauser Intrinsically Safe Analog Input Isolators from AutomationDirect

October 9, 2024 – AutomationDirect has added Endress+Hauser intrinsically safe analog input isolators to provide cost-effective galvanic isolation for process instruments located in hazardous locations. This ensures that only a safe amount of energy resides in a potentially explosive atmosphere. Endress+Hauser RN22 0/4 to 20 mA input isolators are offered in 1-channel, 2-channel, or signal…