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28/02/2012
| Industrial encoders have both incremental and absolute outputs
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| McLennan has unveiled a new range of ruggedised shaft encoders which provide a dual electrical output with two incremental outputs or combined incremental and absolute outputs. The Leine & Linde RSD525 series offers options of TTL, HTL or RS422 incremental output and single or and multi-turn absolu ... Read more
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17/01/2012
| Low-friction seal reduces CO2
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| A new range of low friction seals manufactured by SKF can lower CO2 emissions and improve fuel economy. Designed to fit on rotating engine and transmission shafts, the new seals can reduce levels of friction by up to 55%, compared with conventional shaft seals. The devices feature a low friction el ... Read more
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13/01/2012
| Non-contact torque sensor available from Ixthus
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| Ixthus Instrumentation has launched a new non-contacting precision torque sensor with optional measurement of shaft angle and speed. Available from the company's distribution partner Burster, the 8661 series is designed to provide precise and convenient measurement of static and bi-directional rotat ... Read more
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20/12/2011
| Coreless motors offer ‘best in class’ torque and power performance
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| Allied Motion has announced a new series of coreless motors, which it claims features best in class power density and torque to size ratio, as well as high acceleration performance. Available in the UK from Mclennan Servo Supplies, the DynaMax 25 devices feature a low inertia copper foil rotor and a ... Read more
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13/12/2011
| Robotic joint module targets lightweight automation systems
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| igus UK has developed a multi-axis joint for humanoid robots and lightweight automation applications. The Northamptonshire based firm, best known for plastic bearings and cabling products, developed Robolink following its involvement with a student robotics challenge.
The new modular device is de ... Read more
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