The 40-592 FIBO (Fault Insertion Break-Out) Matrix Module is a large-scale high density switching matrix based on the Pickering BRIC™ format. The fault insertion BRIC's are designed for applications requiring the simulation of a variety of faults in complex, high pin count, applications involving sensors and control units. Typical faults that can be simulated are open-circuits, short-circuits to ground or battery, or short-circuits between input/output lines. Typical applications are in automotive and aerospace industries which involve safety or mission critical systems that have to behave predictably when cabling or sensor faults occur.

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Fault insertion techniques are used in applications where the response of a controller needs to be assessed when one or more sensors are providing poor quality information. The controller needs to be tested to ensure that is does not produce an inappropriate response, such as turning an engine or braking system off, and consequently risking a serious system failure. Testing in aeronautic, aerospace and automotive environments have to be particularly rigorously performed to ensure that expensive failures or loss of life do not occur.

The 40-592 allows such testing to be automated, replacing manual test systems that are hard to repeat and document. The 40-592 is typically used with a sensor emulation connected to breakout 1.2 or 1.3 and connected to the controller under test through 1.1. The connection can be broken and a fault can be placed by connecting the line to a fault condition, such as a short circuit, on the Y axis. The third breakout connection can be used to be connected to a poor sensor emulation, allowing the controller to be tested with more complex sensor faults present.

The 40-592 allows up 8 types of fault to be connected to the Y axis. Versions supplied with three pin breakout connections can support 160 sensor lines while versions that use a two pin breakout connection can support 248 sensors. Modules can be supplied not fully loaded for applications that do not require the full complement of daughter cards.

The 40-592 is constructed with long service life ruthenium reed relays that provide excellent performance switching at both low signal levels and at their rated current of over 1 Amp.

Main Product Features:

• Integrated PXI Matrix Module With Built In High Performance Screened 8-Channel Analog Bus
• 2 or 3-Pin Breakout Configurations For Fault Simulation and Specialist Test Applications
• Very high Density With a 248x8 Matrix in an 8-slot Module (including 2-Pin Breakout)
• Load Just The Number of Daughter Switch Cards You Need For Your Application
• Uses High Reliability Ruthenium Reed Relays for Maximum Performance
• Switches up to 150Volts, 1A, 20W
• Drivers Supplied for Windows 98/2000/NT/XP
• 2 Year Warranty

About Pickering Interfaces:

Pickering Interfaces is a market innovator in signal switching and conditioning for a broad range of applications and architectures. With the largest range of switching cards in the industry, Pickering Interfaces has provided solutions to both commercial and military applications. In addition, Pickering's range of instrumentation provides innovative test solutions to users and integrators of modular test systems.

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The Powerware Environmental Rack Monitor (ERM) continuously monitors environmental conditions at the rack level, providing an extra level of security for critical assets. The primary application is for high-density data centers, but this compact, full-featured device can monitor conditions in laboratories, hospitals, warehouses, libraries, museums, and any other indoor location where the environment must be maintained within acceptable levels.

Features and Benefits

• Monitors temperature and humidity at two locations in a rack and the status of up to four additional input contact sensor devices
• Mounts easily in unused side or rear channels; rugged TH-Module sensors can be mounted anywhere in the rack/enclosure
• Protects critical assets from heat, humidity, smoke, water leaks or intrusion
• Displays real-time environmental status to a PC, Internet-ready wireless device or network management system (NMS) software
• Aggregates real-time information from up to 100 Environmental Rack Monitors and displays it a single Web page (an Eaton exclusive feature)
• Scans the network (or a range of IP addresses you specify) to auto-discover other rack monitors in that subnet, and displays their real-time status in one table
• Displays color graphs of heat/humidity trends, to identify areas for proactive action
• Automatically notifies designated recipients by email of out-of-range conditions (warnings or alarms)
• Eliminates nuisance alarms with user-configurable alarm thresholds and the ability to disable alarms during maintenance
• Simplifies operations with an intuitive, Web browser interface, rich graphing of data, auto-discovery and auto-aggregation utilities, and more
• Provides a clean, user-friendly interface that makes it easy to navigate and use system functions
• Retains historical environmental data even when the unit is powered off, and delivers archived data for trending, troubleshooting and analysis
• Supports automated, remote upgrade of firmware for multiple rack monitors in a single broadcast session
• 1- year warranty

DIN-rail mounted Terminal Blocks (DINnectors)

The AutomationDirect DINnectors line of terminal blocks have reached a price breakthrough level. Now you can buy terminal blocks below distributors' cost!

DINnectors are simply DIN rail-mounted connectors or terminal blocks. They provide a means of connecting and identifying two or more wires within the demands of an industrial environment. DINnectors can terminate solid or stranded wires ranging from 18-3/0 AWG, and offer fusing, grounding or disconnecting capability within the terminal block itself.

Rather than limiting you to a fixed number of terminations, most DINnectors are modular in design, allowing you the freedom to mix as many combinations of types, wire sizes and quantities as can fit on a mounting rail. And, rather than limiting you to proprietary terminal block mounting rails on which only a single manufacturer's terminals can be utilized, DINnectors mount on the universal DIN rail. The DIN rail is the internationally approved, industry standard mounting rail for components made by hundreds of manufacturers worldwide. The AutomationDirect range of DINnectors terminal blocks is internationally approved by various national and international standards organizations such as UL, CSA, VDE, SEV, RINA and IEC. The DINnectors line includes a wide range of connection products to help you wire your control panels:

- Feed-through blocks

- Multi-level blocks

- 3-tier blocks for high-density and sensor wiring

- Ground blocks

- Disconnects and fuse blocks

- Mini blocks

- LED and diode blocks

Three different types of DIN rails

- 35 mm slotted

- 35 mm slotted high (deep-dish)

- 15 mm slotted

- Angled support brackets for easy wiring access

- Insulated ferrules, ring and fork terminals, butt and end connectors

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NEW! ... SCREWLESS TERMINAL BLOCKS

AutomationDirect has added a line of screwless DINnector terminal blocks featuring a range of models, including feed-through, double-level, one-to-two connection, two-to-two connection, knife blade disconnect, and screwless ground terminal blocks. A line of accessories, including DIN-rail, end brackets and covers, angled support brackets, jumper bars and marking accessories, rounds out the offering. Prices for the screwless terminals start at $0.48 per piece (sold in quantities of 10, 25, or 50 per box).

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Wire Management Products (WIRE DUCT and Accessories)

AutomationDirect now offers a variety of wire management products. Items available include:

WIRE DUCT

The T1 series rugged wiring duct is made of rigid PVC and carries a UL 94V-0 flammability rating for your wire containment needs. All our wiring duct comes complete with cover. Replacement duct covers can be purchased separately. All T1 series ducting comes in 6.56 foot (2 meter) lengths. This open slot rigid PVC ducting is offered in gray or white.

NEW! Thin Finger Wire Duct - T1E Series

The T1E series rugged wiring duct is also made of rigid PVC and carries a UL 94V-0 flammability rating and comes complete with duct cover. Replacement duct covers can be purchased separately. All T1E series ducting comes in 6.56 foot (2 meter) lengths. This thin finger open slot rigid PVC wire ducting is offered in gray or white. Use this wireway to organize and protect wires and cables in your industrial environments.

Dinosaur flexible wiring duct The DN Series "Dinosaur" self-adhesive flexible duct is ideal for wiring to cabinet doors, from control panels, for that part of the cable run that leans against the side of the control cabinet and for electronic equipment. It is resilient and can be bent and twisted without breaking. Manufactured from low-smoke, halogen-free polypropylene material, it carries a UL 94V-0 flammability rating and CSA approval.

Spare wiring duct cover

Our standard duct products are supplied complete with covers. The COV Series replacement covers are available and are manufactured from the same rigid self-extinguishing PVC material as the wiring duct.

WIRING DUCT ACCESSORIES

Available accessories include:

Duct separators, wire retainers, identification tags, mounting inserts, polyamide rivets and rivet tools, spiral wrap and braided sleeving.

The Easidew I.S. is a low cost, intrinsically safe, loop-powered (2-wire) dewpoint transmitter for continuous measurement of the moisture content in hazardous area applications.

Key features include:

· FM and CSA certification for use in Class I, Division 1, Groups A, B, C, & D T4 hazardous locations

· The ability to be connected in a 2-wire, loop powered configuration, while maintaining complete backward compatibility with all existing 3-wire installations

· An output that is configurable in either dewpoint or PPMv moisture content (0-100, 0-1000 and 0-3000 PPMv ranges)

· A 10 micron High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) sensor guard designed to show contamination for service ease

· Small footprint – the same dimensions as the Kahn Easidew 2-Wire Transmitter

The Easidew I.S. Transmitter has a dewpoint measurement range of -148°F to +68°F, an accuracy of ±3.6°F and operates from any 12 to 28 VDC power source. The instrument also features a field adjustable, 4-20 mA, linear analog output, resettable failure modes for Over Range, Under Range and Sensor Fault conditions, and temperature compensation.

The Easidew I.S. Transmitter is economical to purchase, install and maintain. Installation costs are minimal, because of the transmitter's ruggedness and simplicity. Ongoing operating costs are low, because the Easidew I.S. Transmitter is reliable and durable. Only periodic re-certification is required to maintain calibration accuracy. Kahn even offers an exchange program, so a customer's process is never out of operation.

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The XLG furnaces are multi-purpose gas fired box furnaces. They are highly uniform in temperature and feature accurate digital controls and multiple medium or high velocity Eclipse "Thermjet" proportionally controlled burners with an independent combustion blower. The XLG furnaces can be rated as high as 2400°F (1315ºC) although typical rating is 2000ºF (1093ºC). Connected gas pressure can be as low as 1 PSI. Firing with gas can be more economical than firing with electricity. In addition, the circulation of the hot gases, especially with multiple medium velocity burners, promotes good temperature uniformity without the use of high temperature fans. The burners can be adjusted to run lean to provide a slightly reducing atmosphere (although this can not be precisely controlled.) These furnaces are excellent for ceramics processing and most metallurgical work where precise atmosphere control is not required. Systems can be designed with excess air for high uniformity at low temperatures.

FEATURES

ECLIPSE THERMJET VELOCITY BURNERS
The furnace is heated with three or more Thermjet medium or high velocity burners. These typically fire over the load with burner placement balanced to maximize circulation of the combustion products. In some large units they may be configured to fire over and under the load. These are sized for the proper BTU requirements and fuel type of your furnace. In addition the choice of high or medium velocity is an engineering choice dependent on load configuration and furnace size. The burners feature low N OX emissions, integral gas and air orifice plates (for precise gas and air balancing), high velocity for good temperature uniformity in the furnace, and excellent turn down ratio for a wide range of control. The burners are direct ignition which eliminates the need for a bypass pilot.

FM GAS TRAIN
The gas system includes two hydraulic-mechanical shut off valves, manual shut off valve, pressure regulator, and pressure gauges. Each burner has gas and air adjustment and shut off valves. A proportionating valve, controlled by the combustion air, maintains stoichiometric air/gas ratio. Systems can be designed to fire with excess air for high uniformity at low temperatures. (IRI rated gas train is optional.)

COMBUSTION AIR BLOWER SYSTEM
Combustion air is provided by a centrifugal combustion blower. A pressure gauge and air pressure switch monitor performance. Each burner has separate orifice plates and butterfly valves for precise balancing of air flow. The control of firing rate is done with a motorized butterfly valve which controls the amount of combustion air relative to a 4-20mA signal from the temperature control.

ELECTRONIC FLAME SAFETY SYSTEM, SPARK IGNITOR AND PURGE TIMER
Each burner is ignited with a spark plug automatically actuated from the Eclipse Multi-Flame Series 6000 flame safety system. UV (Ultra Violet) sensors monitor each burner. Before ignition the system goes through a timed purge with the combustion air. Safety interlocks include a combustion air pressure switch and gas high/low pressure switch. The Eclipse Multi-Flame 6000 flame monitoring system keeps the operator apprised of the status of the burners. It includes running time along with voltage signal t o each UV sensor. It will alert the operator of any problem with the burners, air flow or gas pressure and will provide "first out" information to actually pinpoint a problem. The operator only needs to press the RESET key to start the burner firing sequence.

HIGH TEMPERATURE UNIFORMITY
The furnace is +/-15F (+/-7C) above 1200F (650C) within the working dimensions. High uniformity at lower temperatures can be achieved with excess air.

EFFICIENT CERAMIC FIBER INSULATION
The sides, back, door and top surfaces are typically insulated with 2300F ceramic fiber modules, 8" thick, 10 LB density, although this is easily modified for different temperature ranges and applications. No asbestos is used. The bottom is insulated with a combination of castable and firebrick. Loads can be directly placed on this strong bottom. Optional castable piers, and ceramic, silicon carbide, serpentine or flat alloy hearth plates are available.

HEAVY DUTY CASE WITH INTEGRAL STAND
The furnace case is constructed of heavy gauge steel with structural stiffeners, lifting rings and leveling bolts. The case is primed with a high temperature (800F) silicone based paint and finished with heat resistant enamel.

COUNTERBALANCED PNEUMATIC VERTICAL DOOR
The standard furnace door has a counterbalanced vertical door with a pneumatic opener and hand or foot operated valve. Double pivoted horizontal doors are optional (standard on 6 and 8 foot high models.)

DIGITAL PID CONTROL SYSTEM WITH HIGH LIMIT
The standard control is a Honeywell UDC 2300 digital PID 3 mode tuning control. A Honeywell UDC 2300 high limit control is also included. All fuses and controls are located in a NEMA 12 panel. The thermocouple is dual Type K with an Inconel protection tube. A limit switch turns down the burners when the door is opened. Control voltage is 120 volts. The furnace is fully fused. Single point power connection.

MEETS NEC, OSHA AND FM CODES
The wiring of the furnace meets the National Electrical Code. The combustion system meets FM standards. IRI standards are available. Furnace meets all OSHA codes in effect at manufacture. Furnace drawings can be submitted to FM or IRI for approval.

FACTORY TESTING, START UP AND INSTRUCTIONS
The furnace is completely tested in our factory up to maximum temperature. A very complete instruction manual is included. A factory technician will start up furnace in your factory and make all adjustments on site.

ONE YEAR WARRANTY
The furnace is warranted for one year.

Acromag has extended their BusWorks^® line of high-density Ethernet I/O modules for distributed I/O and SCADA with new Model 989EN isolated discrete I/O that also performs counter/timer functions. These space-saving inch-wide modules provide an isolated Ethernet Modbus TCI/IP interface for any input/output mix of up to 16 discrete signals. Inputs sense the status of dry contacts, switches, power supplies, or DC logic. Industrial-grade units have eight 32-bit pulse counters with timers, alarms, and non-volatile memory for metering, totalizing, and low-frequency periodic measurement functions. Outputs control solid-state switching of lamps, horns, and other devices. Prices start at $195.

Common applications involve monitoring of temperature, pressure, flow, level and discrete sensor switches in process control applications. Outputs are ideal for switching valves, actuators, pumps, and motors as well as for audible or visual alarms. Counter/timer functions are useful for proximity, RFID, or speed measurement and for totaling pulses in utility meter and predictive maintenance cycle applications.

Commercial and industrial-grade models have 16 individually configurable bi-directional I/O channels with a 0-28V DC signal range. When configured as inputs, channels accept 2- or 3-wire sensors and active logic switches for use with dry contacts, proximity, namur, or 5-28V DC logic. Inputs detect a level or change of state. Outputs switch 0.5A/channel or 2A total. A "loopback" feature reads back the output state on an input channel. Industrial models add eight counter/timers that can be configured as 32-bit up/down pulse or event counters with non-volatile memory or as 16-bit periodic timers. Each counter supports momentary or latching alarms. The counters have a 250Hz maximum frequency and the timers have resolution to one millisecond. A programmable debounce setting filters out relay chatter.

These units are very easy to use. No software is required as the units are configured using any web browser to setup embedded configuration menus. An auto-copy function lets users rapidly apply a saved configuration to multiple units. Automatic MDI/MDI-X negotiation simplifies installation.

BusWorks 989EN units are also designed for high-reliability operation. Units feature 1500Vrms isolation with surge protection to increase performance and prevent damage from high-voltage transient signals. The isolation separates power, I/O, and network circuits. To further ensure dependable operation, the I/O circuitry includes over-temperature, over-voltage, and over-current protection. Industrial-grade models operate reliably across a wide ‑40 to 65°C temperature range. Power-up conditions are programmable and watchdog timer output is configurable for failsafe or hold-last-value operation in the event of a network failure. Units perform self-test diagnostics and provide front-panel LEDS for visible verification of operation. CE, UL and ATEX approvals (Zone 2, Class I, Division 2, Group ABCD locations) are pending.

Acromag is an international corporation that has been manufacturing and developing measurement and control products for nearly 50 years. Acromag offers a complete line of industrial I/O products including process instruments, signal conditioning equipment, data acquisition boards, distributed I/O systems, and communication devices.

For more information about Acromag products, call the Inside Sales Department at (248) 295-0880 or Marketing Communications at (248) 295-0865, FAX (248) 624-9234. Write Acromag at P.O. Box 437, Wixom, MI 48393-7037 USA. Our web site address is http://www.acromag.com.