ProSense Line Now Includes Float Level Switches
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ProSense Line Now Includes Float Level Switches

Cumming, GA — January 15, 2014 … AutomationDirect’s ProSense line has been extended to include float level switches which provide a low-cost general purpose solution for single point monitoring of liquid levels in a variety of applications. The float switches are designed with powerful internal permanent magnets that actuate a highly reliable and repeatable hermetically sealed reed…
AutomationDirect introduces IronHorse DC Drives
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AutomationDirect introduces IronHorse DC Drives

Cumming, GA — December 18, 2013 … AutomationDirect’s IronHorse line of motors and drives now includes the GSD series of DC drives. IronHorse GSD1 series DC drives are high-performance Pulse-Width-Modulated (PWM) controllers for 12 to 36 volt battery/solar-powered equipment providing smooth control with high-efficiency operation. Design features include adjustable maximum/minimum speed, current limit, I.R. compensation, and acceleration. The…
AutomationDirect Expands Interlock Safety Switch Offering
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AutomationDirect Expands Interlock Safety Switch Offering

Cumming, GA — December 18, 2013 … AutomationDirect has expanded its line of safety products to include solenoid interlock safety switches. Solenoid locking tongue interlock safety switches are designed to fit to the leading edge of sliding, hinged or lift-off machine guards and provide positively operated switching contacts. They provide a tamper resistant actuator mechanism and robust position…
AutomationDirect Adds Pipeline Valves to NITRA line
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AutomationDirect Adds Pipeline Valves to NITRA line

Cumming, GA — December 18, 2013 … AutomationDirect’s line of NITRA pneumatics products now includes a wide selection of solenoid pipeline valves designed for control of media such as air, oil, water, and inert gas. All valves are two-position, normally-closed, spring return styles with 24VAC, 24VDC or 120 VAC solenoids, and are fitted with DIN-style wire connectors. Depending…
AutomationDirect adds small NEMA motor stepper gearboxes
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AutomationDirect adds small NEMA motor stepper gearboxes

Cumming. GA — December 5, 2013 — AutomationDirect’s new SureGear™ PGCN series of stepper gearboxes is an excellent choice for stepper and other motion control applications requiring a NEMA-size input/output interface. Available in NEMA 17, 23, and 34 sizes and gear ratios of 5, 10, 25, 50, and 100:1, SureGear stepper gearboxes are designed with…
AutomationDirect adds Do-more T1H Stackable PLCs
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AutomationDirect adds Do-more T1H Stackable PLCs

Cumming, GA — October 30, 2013 … AutomationDirect has released the latest addition to its PLC offerings, the Do-more T1H Series PLC. This new PLC series offers features and performance of high-end PLCs for an economical price. Using the proven Terminator field I/O hardware as a platform, the Do-more T1H PLC supports stackable base units, discrete and analog I/O…
AutomationDirect adds photoelectric laser distance sensors
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AutomationDirect adds photoelectric laser distance sensors

Cumming, GA — October 30, 2013 … AutomationDirect has expanded its photoelectric sensor offering to include OPT series short and long range distance sensors. Available with either Class 1 or Class 2 laser options, the distance sensors are constructed with rectangular plastic housings and fitted with an M12 quick-disconnect. OPT short-range diffuse distance sensors utilize high-resolution CMOS…
AutomationDirect adds more WERMA visual signal devices
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AutomationDirect adds more WERMA visual signal devices

Cumming, GA — October 16, 2013 … AutomationDirect now offers WERMA 115V AC/DC and 24V AC/DC optical beacon lights in additional sizes and mounting styles for use on control enclosures. WERMA 57/58mm signal beacons are available in surface, bracket, and tube-mount styles. They are available in permanent incandescent, permanent LED and flashing Xenon models in red, green,…
Automated Trophies for State Robotics Competition
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Automated Trophies for State Robotics Competition

Cumming, GA — October 16, 2013 … AutomationDirect has supported competitive robotics at the local, regional and national levels for many years. This year, in addition to sponsoring the annual Georgia Robotics Invitational Tournament and Showcase (GRITS) competition, AutomationDirect also provided the very unique trophies awarded to the winners. What is GRITS? GRITS is a…
AutomationDirect expands photoelectric sensor line
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AutomationDirect expands photoelectric sensor line

Cumming, GA — October 2, 2013 … AutomationDirect’s photoelectric sensor offering now includes DC models with extended sensing ranges. Offered in diffuse with background suppression and polarized retro-reflective models, the IP67 rated sensors feature round all metal housings with 30mm mounting bases fitted with an M12 quick-disconnect and easily replace standard 30mm mount rectangular photoelectric sensors. The…