Honeywell’s Limitless™ WBX Series combines the best of Honeywell’s MICRO SWITCH™ Heavy Duty limit switches with a point-to-point (P2P) network. It has a variety of remote or built-in antenna options. Wireless-enabled limit switches can be used for position sensing and presence/absence detection for an endless number of applications.

The WBX Series is especially beneficial for remote monitoring applications where wiring or wire maintenance is not physically possible or economically feasible. Combining this greater flexibility with proven harsh-duty packaging can result in increased efficiencies and improved safety for machines, equipment, and operators.

Customers with a global footprint can utilize local Honeywell experts for application and solution support.

VALUE TO CUSTOMER
• Enables control in remote parts of application/machinery/manufacturing plants, where wiring is not possible or feasible
• Ability to reconfigure and network multiple interfaces, or point-to-point with personalized addresses which allows for adding, subtracting, or relocating Limitless™ inputs easily
• Can reduce installation/maintenance costs with no wiring to Limitless™ switches, conduit, strain relief, clips, connectors, junction boxes, etc.
• Wireless operation and signal transmission eliminates the need to physically send maintenance engineers into the field thus reducing installation and operating costs
• Provides an independent layer of protection for equipment, by giving an immediate indication that a remote mechanical device is not positioned or moving correctly
• Batteries are inexpensive, readily available worldwide, and easy to replace. No re-provisioning is required after a battery replacement
• Batteries are readily available and easy to replace

FEATURES
• Radio (license-free and global) WPAN 802.15.4, 2.4 GHz, point-to-point (P2P); up to 305 m [1000 ft] line-of-sight communication range when used with a Limitless™ WPMM Series wireless monitor, WDRR Series receiver module, or WMPR receiver module (sold separately).
• License-free RF wireless protocol standards (IEEE 802.15.4)
• Hazardous location approvals: IP67 (self certified), NEMA 4 sealed metal enclosure
• Able to reconfigure multiple WBX Series switches
• Batteries readily available from electrical supply houses and distributors
• Global use

POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS
Industrial
• Agriculture machines
• Door position
• Grain diverters or flaps
• Hose attachment verification
• Material handling
• Paint robotics
• Pipeline pigs
• Pump stroke count
• Remote or temporary equipment
• Safety shower alarming
• Valve position

Transportation
• Agriculture machines

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Where the need exists to control lighting, temperature or other functions according to daylight hours, Finder’s Astro 12.81 time switch is an innovative, easily programmable time switch, which employs a unique digital program to calculate sunrise and sunset times by simply entering the location’s postcode with a single joystick. Its newest version now offers added flexibility, with the capability to override the Astro ON time with time-switch settings, thus further avoiding energy wastage.

With ever increasing pressures to reduce energy consumption, the Astro will control lighting, heating/cooling and humidity equipment in commercial, residential and industrial applications wherever sunrise and sunset times are critical in determining operational times, or where stipulated by local or national regulatory requirements.

The Astro’s micro-controller stores postcode data from 16 European countries, including the UK, which together with date information allows for the precise calculation of seasonal sunrise and sunset times. The Astro is also programmable using geographical coordinates, settable between 30°S and 64°N; 16°W and 50°E. The Astro will also automatically compensate, should European Summer Time be enabled.

For further versatility, the output switching can be advanced or retarded about the calculated sunrise (or sunset) time in 10-minute increments — up to a maximum of 90 minutes. A manual override of the output status allows for maintenance or one-off events.

With a 16 A 250 V AC rated output contact and a 120 A 5 ms peak current rating, the Astro time switch is capable of directly switching 2000W halogen, 750W compensated fluorescent, 200W CFL or LED lamp loads and AC15 loads up to 750VA.

The integral back-up battery, which is easily replaceable from the front, features an automatic power save mode which helps extend battery life.

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Schurter is pleased to announce, that its power entry module, series 5707, now offers IP 54 protection with V-Lock cord sets at the power input, in addition to IP 65 protection to the equip-ment. The sealed module is ideal for use in medical equipment exposed to leaks, drips and spills, as well as equipment subject to routine washing.

The compact module combines an appliance inlet, fuseholder, and standard or medical EMC filter rated up to 8 A at 250 VAC. The original 5707 offers IP 65 seal protection at the panel opening, around the fuseholders, and between the inlet and connector pins. The module can also be fitted with an additional gasket in the inlet cavity for IP 54 protection between the inlet and the cord connector. A V-Lock cord set prevents unintentional disconnection.

The 5707 is cURus and ENEC approved. The appliance inlet complies with IEC/EN 60320-1; Fusehold-ers are shock-safe according to IEC/EN 60127-6, PC2. The module offers pre-wired electrical connec-tions, using 6.3x0.8 quick connect terminals. Variations include: Class I, C14, or Class II, C18 appliance inlet; 1- or 2- pole fuseholders; front or rear mount mounting; capacitors class X1 and Y1 for increased voltage withstand; black or white plastic socket.

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Honeywell’s SNG-Q Series Quadrature Speed and Direction Sensors with 4-wire quadrature sensing is the first release of the new SNG-Q Series Speed Sensor Platform.

The sensor design and manufacturing use a platform-based approach that enables cost-competitiveness and mechanical and electrical configurability.

The SNG-Q Series provide both speed and direction information.  Speed information is provided from digital square wave outputs; direction is provided using a quadrature output with signals 90° phase shifted from each other. With the quadrature output, target direction is determined by output lead/lag phase shifting.  This product is designed for applications where enhanced accuracy is required to detect small target features.  This enhanced accuracy is enabled by dual differential Hall-effect sensor IC technology. The SNG-Q Series is designed for a wide operating temperature range, robust electrical noise immunity and industry leading environmental sealing capability.  This product includes an O-ring seal for pressure applications, and a fixed mounting flange for simple installation using one fastener.

FEATURES
*  Wide operating temperature range: -40ºC to 150ºC [-40°F to 302°F]
*  Environmental sealing: Moisture ingress protection rated to IP69k
*  Robust electrical noise immunity: Electrical noise radiated immunity (EMC) rated to 100V/m
*  High frequency switching capability: 3Hz to 20kHz
*  Direction information: From phase-shifted dual output signals
*  O-ring seal: Enables environmental sealing to mounting surface
*  Supply voltage range: 4.5V to 26V

POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS

INDUSTRIAL
*  AC induction motors in material handling, agriculture, and construction machines: May be used to help control power delivered by the ac induction motor
*  Hydraulic pump motors in material handling, agriculture, and construction machines: May be used to help control power delivered by the hydraulic pump motor
*  Escalators and elevators: May be used to help control speed and position

TRANSPORTATION
*  Hybrid electric transmissions in heavy duty trucks, buses, agriculture and construction machines: May be used to help control power regulation of the hybrid system
*  Wheel speed detection in material handling, agriculture, and construction machines: May be used to detect the speed and direction of the wheels, which translates to the speed and direction of the machine
*  Hybrid engines in heavy duty trucks, buses, agriculture and construction machines: May be used to help control power regulation of the hybrid system

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Schurter expands its range of practical fuse kits. These popular accessories, especially in laboratory and development environments, simplify the selection of the appropriate fuse in the design of electronic circuits. Now the fuse kits for SMD Fuses UMT-H, UMT 250 and UMF 250 are available.

The square-shaped, high-performance SMD fuses are a space-saving alternative to conventional cylindrical fuse links (eg 5x20 mm) and are, because of their design, optimized for print placement by pick-and-place machines.

Furthermore, the established fuse kits of 5x20 fuses and micro-fuses (MST, MSF) are offered.  Thus, nine different fuse kits are now available.

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Crouzet Switches Limit Switches Detect Valve position in ATEX / IECEX Zones

Compliant in Complex Industrial Processes
- Chemical
- Petrochemical
- Oil services

Features
- Various actuation accessories
- Adjustable angle levers and special heads
- IP67
- Operating temperature range -40°F to 392°F (-40°C to 200°C)

Applications
- Valves and actuators
- Cranes, hoists and gates
- HVAC, generators and safety guards

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Schurter's 6610 series appliance outlet according to IEC 60320-2-2, Style F, is now available with an integrated light pipe. The fiberglass light pipe indicates operational status, or other function status, as an optional feature to standard connectors. It is designed to channel light from LEDs on the pc board to the front of the connector.

The new technology offers flexible design options including the number of light pipes, 1-4, as well as options for light pipe lengths and diameters. The flexibility of design allows for efficient customer-specific solutions, while enabling increased
opportunity to signal status information from the power grid to the user.

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The new multi-voltage MasterPLUS interface relay from Finder is the latest addition to the popular 39 Series of fully featured interface relays that continue to push the boundaries of flexibility and space saving well beyond that of conventional relays.

Specifically, it has a multi-voltage capability to accept an input/coil voltage anywhere between 24V and 240V, be it AC or DC, all in the same unit. Additionally it boasts the option of Push-in terminal technology as well as an optional output fuse module, with or without LED status indicator.

This product will offer benefits in applications such as emergency or standby systems with the need to function from either mains electricity, or a DC battery backup supply.

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Honeywell Sensing and Control is proud to announce additions to its Key and Ignition Switch portfolio. We are now providing more combinations of connectors, circuitry, and key positions to better meet customer needs. Please become familiar with the updated datasheet which provides product features and benefits.

Customization is standard with Honeywell’s key and ignition switches. Honeywell’s broad range of product options make building the specific key switch for an application simple. Optional features of multiple unique key codes, momentary positions, terminal and integral connector types, UL-ratings, and various circuitry configurations are available to provide design flexibility. To maintain consistent branding, Honeywell also offers over-molded keys with custom logos. These options, coupled with the wide electrical rating and temperature range, come standard on every switch to meet growing customers’ needs.

These rugged and reliable switches increase application reliability and facilitate seamless equipment operation and control with their ability to keep dirt and moisture out of the contact chamber, thereby prolonging switch life. The two-, three-, and four position key switch options easily integrate into specific application designs.

Designed to withstand harsh environments with a robust, environmentally sealed design, Honeywell key and ignition switches are found in the toughest applications, from off-road vehicles like ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles to agriculture, construction, industrial, and lawn and garden equipment.

What Makes Honeywell Key Switches Better?
• Robust design with o-rings, weep holes, and over-molded keys provides consistent performance in harsh environments
• Multiple position, circuitry, contact, key, and connector options to address unique application requirements
• UL certified listings
• Availability of over-molded keys with custom logos and ability to match existing key codes
• Decades of engineering, design, and in field experience

Key Features & Benefits
• Environmental protection:  Designed and tested to withstand a wide range of environmental conditions and contaminants: temperature cycling, chemical splashes, pressure wash, vibration, dust, humidity, and salt. O-rings protect the contact chamber from moisture and dust while weep holes in the key cylinder housing facilitate drainage.
• Improved durability:  Stainless steel keyhole shroud and keyhole dust shutter add durability and corrosion resistance to the key tumbler/cylinder assembly. The key cover (key boot) protects key cylinder from dust and ingress.
• Robust construction:  Polypropylene plastic housing (rear) improves durability and supports equipment weight reduction.
• Wide range of configurations: Two-, three-, or four-position switches, maintained and momentary (recoil) key positions, and numerous circuitry configurations allow for customization of equipment operation and control. UL certification options available, as well. To maintain consistent branding, Honeywell also offers over molded keys with custom logos.
• Multiple key options:  Double-sided keys allow for easy key insertion and switches can be designed to allow for key removal in various key positions. Up to 300 unique key codes are available to provide increased security and compatibility with existing keys.
Connector choices:  Integral connector (Metri-Pack, Sumitomo): Two-, three-, or four-position switches. Screw terminal is available as two- or three-position switches.
• Fast assembly:  Integral connectors facilitate quick assembly and minimize the potential for wiring errors.

Potential Applications
Honeywell key and ignition switches can be used in a variety of transportation and industrial applications ranging from run/start ignition to single-point control for lights and accessories.
• All-terrain vehicles
• Snowmobiles
• Golf carts
• Aerial/scissor/boom lifts
• Telehandlers
• Construction equipment
• Skid loaders
• Forklifts
• Agricultural equipment
• Tractors
• Material handlers
• Marine equipment
• Generators

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