AutomationDirect’s M-series cylindrical magnetic DC proximity sensors are now available in 8mm, 12mm, and 18mm sizes. With 10 models available, the magnetic sensors feature stainless steel shielded housings, are offered as NPN or PNP models with normally-open or normally-closed outputs, and are available with standard sensing distances of 0 to 70mm. M-series sensors are IP65/IP67…

AutomationDirect’s RHINO PSB series of DIN rail power supplies now includes the PSB48-480S single-phase input, 48VDC output power supply. The low-cost 480W power supply offers high performance and reliability without all the additional features of higher-cost full-featured power supplies. The power supply features removable finger-safe terminal blocks, output voltage status LED indicator, conformal coated circuit…

June 29, 2016 – AutomationDirect now offers liquid-tight flexible electrical conduit in steel and non-metallic styles and in 3/8-inch to two-inch sizes. The Liquatite conduit by Electri-flex is designed for a wide range of uses in the electrical industry, including motors, lighting, electric signs, elevators, pools/fountains, enclosure connections, and more. Type LA flexible steel conduit…

AutomationDirect’s C-more Micro line of operator interfaces now includes the EA-ECOM communication expansion module. Designed for all EA3-series C-more Micro panels, it adds an Ethernet (RJ45) port for programming and PLC communications at 10/100 Mbps. The module attaches to the rear of all EA3-series panels and requires no external power. Priced at $50.00, the EA-ECOM…

AutomationDirect has expanded its line of Hubbell Wiegmann enclosures with additional NEMA 3R and NEMA 12 models. NEMA 3R enclosures, typically used in outdoor applications for wiring and junction boxes, provide protection against falling rain, sleet, snow, and external ice formation; they protect against dripping water when used indoors. This style of enclosure does not…

AutomationDirect has expanded its line of electrical wire for industrial applications to include 20-gauge MTW wire with heat and moisture-resistant, color-coded or striped, insulating PVC jackets. The 20 AWG wire features a smaller diameter which is needed for many types of terminal block connections that cannot accept larger wire. Available in 500-foot spools, the 20…

AutomationDirect’s ZIPport line of wiring products now includes Mini Size 1 cables, cordsets, field-wireable connectors, T-couplers and bulkhead receptacles.  Cordsets and patch cables feature a non-wicking, non-hygroscopic, oil-resistant yellow PVC cable jacket and body; the 2 to 6 pole cables are available in 2, 4, 6 and 10 meter lengths, starting at $14.00.  Cable connectors…

AutomationDirect’s new FC-series analog to relay limit alarm modules are field configurable for a variety of alarm and control applications. Modules are available with two or four SPDT relay outputs, can be powered by 24VAC or 24VDC and accept input signals of 0-15V, 0-30V, or 0-20mA. Configuration and trip/release point programming is accomplished with DIP…

AutomationDirect’s miniature inductive proximity sensors are now available in sizes ranging from 4mm to 8mm and feature stainless steel shielded housings. Offered as NPN or PNP models and with normally-open or normally-closed outputs, sensors are available with standard sensing distances of 0.8mm or 1.5mm; available extended distance models have either 1.5mm or 2mm sensing ranges….