Compact Thermoplastic and Halogen-Free Limit Switches from AutomationDirect
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Compact Thermoplastic and Halogen-Free Limit Switches from AutomationDirect

The new AEP series of reinforced thermoplastic compact limit switches includes a variety of actuator types including metal plunger, side rotary lever, adjustable lever, rod actuator, and 360-degree spring actuator. These compact-sized plastic limit switches have standard U.S. 25mm mounting hole spacing; housings are double-insulated and epoxy resin-filled, providing IEC IP67 protection. Contacts are Snap-action…
Eaton Electronic Overload Relays up to 175A added by AutomationDirect
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Eaton Electronic Overload Relays up to 175A added by AutomationDirect

Eaton XT series self-powered electronic overload relays are self-contained units available at up to 175A. Eaton XT electronic overload relays are the most compact, high-featured, economical products in class, offering additional trip classes, universal connections to any contactor, and a wide amperage range. Accessory 24VDC and 120 VAC remote reset modules provide remote overload reset…
Photoelectric Sensors added by AutomationDirect for more Distance Applications
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Photoelectric Sensors added by AutomationDirect for more Distance Applications

4mm (smooth) and 5mm (M5 threaded) round photoelectric sensors are now available from AutomationDirect in a wider range of sensing distances in both diffuse and through-beam sensing configurations. These DC-powered metal sensors provide high accuracy in minimal mounting space and are ideal for use in a variety of short or long-distance sensing applications. Diffuse photoelectric…
NITRA Pneumatic Coalescing Air Filters for Mist and Vapor Filtration
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NITRA Pneumatic Coalescing Air Filters for Mist and Vapor Filtration

The NITRA® pneumatic AC Series of coalescing air filters from AutomationDirect allows finer removal of moisture, vapor and oil mist from compressed air applications to provide optimal performance for pneumatic systems and components. NITRA coalescing filters are available in a range of port sizes from 1/8″ to 1/2″ FNPT; replaceable 0.3-micron filter elements are standard,…
Continuous Flexing Control Cable and Profibus-DP Cable from AutomationDirect
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Continuous Flexing Control Cable and Profibus-DP Cable from AutomationDirect

AutomationDirect now offers continuous flexing control cables and continuous flexing Profibus-DP cables that are designed to be exposed to constant flexing during operation and to withstand millions of flex cycles. These cables are available cut-to-length in one-foot increments with a 20-foot minimum length. igus CF130US and CF140US series tray rated control cables are specifically designed,…
ProSense Thermal Flow Sensors from AutomationDirect
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ProSense Thermal Flow Sensors from AutomationDirect

ProSense® FTS series thermal flow sensors offer a very cost-effective solution for monitoring water, glycol solutions, or air flow for applications where high accuracy is not required. With no moving parts, thermal flow sensors are a reliable alternative to mechanical flow switches and other flow sensing technologies. Using the 4-digit, two color alphanumeric display with…
AutomationDirect adds PID Control Functionality to CLICK Ethernet PLCs
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AutomationDirect adds PID Control Functionality to CLICK Ethernet PLCs

PID loop control capability (up to 8 loops simultaneously) has been added to the CLICK® Series of stackable, Ethernet-capable micro brick PLCs. CLICK PID control is streamlined with only the features that most users need, including direct or reverse acting control, pulse width modulated control outputs, bumpless transfer, anti-windup, auto-tuning, process variable alarms, process variable…