AutomationDirect Adds Harsh-Duty Photoelectric Sensors
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AutomationDirect Adds Harsh-Duty Photoelectric Sensors

AutomationDirect’s new FM series harsh duty photoelectric sensors are IP69K-rated sensors in three-wire NPN or PNP styles and are available in 27 washdown models. Ideal for food and beverage applications, the 10-30 VDC rectangular sensors are fitted with 316L stainless steel housings and are available in diffuse, diffuse with background suppression and polarized retroreflective styles…
Product Snapshots -- Issue 31, 2015
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Product Snapshots -- Issue 31, 2015

Issue 31 of Automation Notebook is jam packed with new product information. Highlights about some of those new products include: additions to the Productivity3000 product line, enclosure accessories, NITRA pneumatic parts, farm-duty motors, sensors, aluminum worm gearboxes, visual and audible signal devices, and more. New Serial Communications Module for the Productivity3000 Controller The Productivity3000 programmable controller is…
AutomationDirect Adds More Photoelectric Sensors
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AutomationDirect Adds More Photoelectric Sensors

AutomationDirect’s new QM series photoelectric sensors are IP67-rated sensors available in three-wire NPN or PNP styles and with visible red and infrared versions. The mini-rectangular photo eye sensors are constructed with plastic housings and have either an attached two-meter output cable or an M8 quick-disconnect connector. The series includes
What a Drag!
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What a Drag!

CO2 powered drag strip teaches students the science of speed. John Harpell’s 9th grade class at Moira Secondary School in Belleville, Ontario, Canada has built and automated a model racecar track for CO2 powered “dragsters” using various components from AutomationDirect. A CO2 powered dragster is a small lightweight vehicle fitted with a CO2 cartridge; think “pine-wood-derby on…
Product Snapshots - Issue 28, 2014
Automation NotebookIssue 28 - 2014Learning ResourcesNotebook Issue

Product Snapshots - Issue 28, 2014

We have added several exciting products since our last edition of the Automation Notebook. Here are some highlights about some of those new products including: Air-to-Air Heat Exchangers for Enclosure Cooling, Ultrasonic Liquid Level Sensors and Transmitters, NITRA® NFPA Cushioned Pneumatic Air Cylinders, FC Series Potentiometer and Bipolar Signal Conditioners, 30mm FW Series Photoelectric Sensors and more. Air-to-Air Heat Exchangers…
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…
Product Snapshots – Issue 14, 2009
Automation NotebookIssue 14 – 2009Learning ResourcesNotebook Issue

Product Snapshots – Issue 14, 2009

We have added several exciting products since our last edition of the Automation Notebook. Here are some highlights about some of those new products including: C-more Remote Access Feature, Cable Ties and Tools, Photoelectric Sensors, Solid and Colored Wire Duct, ProSense Line expanded, Pilot Devices, Encapsulated Transformers, Hollow Shaft Gear Boxes, Wire Tools, NEMA Premium Motors, SureStep Motion…