AutomationDirect Adds Left-Hand Shaft Worm Gearboxes
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AutomationDirect Adds Left-Hand Shaft Worm Gearboxes

AutomationDirect’s IronHorse worm gearbox line now includes left hand shaft models in four frame sizes, and six gear ratios from 5:1 to 60:1. IronHorse cast iron worm gearboxes (worm gear speed reducers) are mechanical power transmission drive components that can drive a load at a reduced fixed ratio of the motor speed. Constructed of cast…
AutomationDirect Adds Polymer Bearings and Compatible Aluminum Linear Shafts
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AutomationDirect Adds Polymer Bearings and Compatible Aluminum Linear Shafts

AutomationDirect has added three styles of polymer (plastic) bearings and compatible hard anodized aluminum linear shafts to its mechanical power transmission line. Igus DryLin R series linear plain bearings (from $6.00) are dimensionally interchangeable with other popular brands, and offer a low-cost alternative to recirculating ball bearings. The low-friction polymer material is suitable for wet…
STEGO Enclosure Fan Hoods, Heaters, Thermostats and LED Lighting from AutomationDirect
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STEGO Enclosure Fan Hoods, Heaters, Thermostats and LED Lighting from AutomationDirect

54 new STEGO part numbers have been added to AutomationDirect’s enclosure thermal management and enclosure lighting product lines. New products include hose-proof hoods for filter fans, hazardous area heaters, thermostats/hygrostats/hygrotherms, and a new line of Ecoline LED lights. The new hose-proof hoods fit existing filter fans and the newer Filter Fan Plus line, and are…
Marathon Stainless Steel and Jet Pump Motors from AutomationDirect
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Marathon Stainless Steel and Jet Pump Motors from AutomationDirect

New Marathon Powerwash SXT washdown duty motors are designed for use in food and beverage processing and other washdown environments. The all stainless-steel totally enclosed motors are available in single and three-phase. C-face with rigid base (footed) and C-face footless mounting options are available. Marathon stainless steel motor prices start at $309.00. Jet pump motors…
AutomationDirect Adds Continuous Flexing Control Cable
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AutomationDirect Adds Continuous Flexing Control Cable

Continuous flexing control cable is now part of the AutomationDirect bulk multiconductor wiring and cable product line. Continuous flexing cables are designed to be exposed to constant flexing during their operation & withstand millions of these flex cycles. CF5 and CF6 multi-conductor control cables from igus are specifically designed, tested, and manufactured for continuous flexing,…