Cumming, GA — October 2, 2013 … AutomationDirect has expanded its line of signal conditioners to include potentiometer and bipolar signal conditioners to solve various interface problems between PLCs and analog input devices. The FC-P3 is a 24 VAC/VDC potentiometer input to isolated analog output signal conditioner designed to convert resistive signals from a 10 kilohm potentiometer…
Cumming, GA — October 2, 2013 … AutomationDirect’s GH15 series of electric contactors now includes larger frame sizes. The new components are available in frames sizes of 79 mm to 145 mm and models are available up to 315 Amps. GH15 series IEC motor controls feature self-lifting pressure plate terminals for quick wiring terminations; actuator coils, in…
Cumming, GA — September 18, 2013 … AutomationDirect has added the Flowline® EchoTouch™, EchoSpan®, and EchoSwitch® lines of ultrasonic liquid level sensors and transmitters, as well as the PodView digital level indicator to their product offerings. These innovative ultrasonic liquid level sensor families replace float, conductance and pressure sensors that fail due to contact with dirty, sticky…
Cumming, GA — September 18, 2013 … AutomationDirect has expanded its Stratus™ line to include air-to-air heat exchangers in 120VAC and 24 VDC models. This air-to-air heat exchanger series is a closed-loop cooling system which employs the heat pipe principle to exchange heat from an electrical enclosure to the outside. Each heat pipe has an evaporator section…
Cumming, GA — September 18, 2013 … AutomationDirect’s NITRA® pneumatic product line now includes D-Series double-acting heavy-duty air cylinders ideal for use where abusive conditions exist. These pneumatic air cylinders have a 250 psi operating pressure and are interchangeable with other popular brands. New models are now available with adjustable cushions to provide end-of-stroke deceleration at both…
Cumming, GA — July 24, 2013 … AutomationDirect.com has teamed up with the Boy Scouts of America to inform and inspire the nation’s youth about programming. This week, at the 2013 National Boy Scout Jamboree at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in the mountains of West Virginia, AutomationDirect, Radio Shack, VEX and the Boy Scouts of America are…
Cumming, GA — July 24, 2013 … AutomationDirect’s NITRA line of pneumatics products has been extended to include more models of air preparation components (FRL), soft-start/dump valves, and distribution blocks. NITRA pneumatic air FRLs are available in 1/8 to 1-inch NPT female port sizes to support a broad range of pneumatic air supply applications. The…
Cumming, GA — June 26, 2013 … AutomationDirect has expanded its pneumatic tubing line to include UV stabilized polyurethane (PUR) and PTFE styles. NITRA tubing is made from the highest quality, 100% virgin raw materials available and has a hardness specification of Shore A 98. The ether-based tubing provides excellent hydrolosis, oil and cold resistance.
Cumming, GA — June 26, 2013 … AutomationDirect has added the STEGO line of enclosure filter fans and exhaust grilles to provide an optimum climate in enclosures. By channeling outside air into the enclosure, the interior temperature is reduced and heated internal air is expelled, preventing localized heat pockets and protecting electronic components from overheating. STEGO low-noise…
Cumming, GA — June 26, 2013 … AutomationDirect’s new ProSense MPS25 series mechanical pressure switches are designed for the toughest applications where conventional pressure switch designs are inadequate. These cost-effective switches feature an all welded 316 stainless steel sealed diaphragm actuator design (for up to 100 psi), or a direct-acting 316 stainless steel piston design with a…