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Hoses With Overmolded Cuffs Feature Hermetic Seal
January 14, 2009 9:25 am | Flexaust | Product Releases | CommentsOvermolded cuffs are injection molded over the hose to ensure system integrity, prevent contamination, and create a hermetic seal for optimum air, liquid, or dust flow.
Barbed Fittings Available in Single Use/Reusable Versions
January 14, 2009 9:25 am | Newage Industries, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThermobarb plastic barbed fittings are available in nylon, polyethylene, PVDF, and polypropylene for multi-use and single-use/disposable applications. The single-use style in particular is often used in the pharmaceutical and medical markets for disposable tubing assemblies.
Two-Inch Caster Features Total-Lock Brake
January 14, 2009 9:25 am | Revvo Caster Company, Inc | Product Releases | CommentsThe Flexello brand two-inch diameter, bolt-hole/stem caster features a total-lock brake. According to the company, a total-lock brake is not typically found on casters with only a two-inch diameter, making it ideal for medical equipment. The caster has a load capacity of 110 lbs.
SMD Quartz Crystal Designed for Ultra Small Wireless Applications
January 14, 2009 9:25 am | Ndk America, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe NX1612AA low profile high reliability surface mount crystal measures only 1.6 mm L × 1.2 mm W × 0.3 mm H, taking only 40% of the volume and 60% of the board space of the company's previous generation crystal products.
Filling and Capping System Does Not Require PC for Operation
January 14, 2009 9:25 am | Dispense Works Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Ring Dex filling and capping system is ideal for processing small bottles, tubes, and vials in a compact and affordable bench top package. It features a true file based control system requiring no PC for operation.
Power Supplies Provide PFC, PFD, Thermal Protection
January 14, 2009 9:25 am | Tumbler Technologies + Trumpower | Product Releases | CommentsThe PU/PE series of linear guides provides smooth linear motion in a compact design. Fabricated from martensitic stainless steel, the series features high corrosion resistance and is suitable for miniature applications in the medical industry.
Scanner Enables Fast, Precise, Reliable Inspection
January 14, 2009 9:25 am | Werth, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThis scanner, the FlatScope, is offered for fast, precise, and reliable inspection of flat work pieces and extrusion profiles in a production environment. The main area of application is in the measurement of complex profiles (e.g.
Strip Sockets/Pin Headers Feature Round Stub-Tail Termination
January 14, 2009 9:25 am | Product Releases | CommentsFor users needing to create a surface mount interconnect between two printed circuit boards, these SMT strip sockets and pin headers provide an excellent combination for this application.
Linear Guides Ideal for Miniature Applications
January 14, 2009 9:25 am | Nsk Precision America | Product Releases | CommentsThe PU/PE series of linear guides provides smooth linear motion in a compact design. Fabricated from martensitic stainless steel, the series features high corrosion resistance and is suitable for miniature applications in the medical industry.
Pneumatics System Controller Includes Onboard Valve Driver
January 14, 2009 9:25 am | Enfield Technologies | Product Releases | CommentsThe LS-C41 pneumatics system controller is a high-speed, high-accuracy analog PID controller, paired with an efficient PWM-based valve driver. This hybrid controller/driver maximizes the performance of the company's LS and M2 driverless valves.
60 LED Lights Enhance Magnifying Lamp
January 14, 2009 9:25 am | Aven Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsA powerful LED lamp with magnifying lens is available for added precision, flexibility, and comfort in engineering, assembly, laboratory, and inspection applications.
Connectors Available With PG11 Cable Outlet
January 14, 2009 9:25 am | Binder Usa | Product Releases | CommentsThe Series 423 M16 connectors are available with a PG11 cable outlet for cable diameters from 8 to 10 mm. In addition to the larger cable outlet, the line of cylindrical connectors also has a 4 to 6 mm and 6 to 8 mm option. All connectors are available with 7 to 24 gold-plated contacts.
Barrier Structure Material Options Made Crystal Clear
January 14, 2009 9:25 am | by Dhuanne Dodrill | Rollprint Packaging Products, Inc. | Articles | CommentsThe use of a clear barrier packaging may often be the first choice of a device manufacturer for their product, but performance concerns may cause them to reconsider that option.
Adding Value and Functionality to the Precision Machining Process
January 14, 2009 9:25 am | by Patrick Laughter | Articles | CommentsIn their efforts to optimize processes in order to more efficiently move product out to the market, medical device manufacturers need to be consistently reviewing their SOP to see if enhancements can be made. Automation is one option that some OEMs have examined.
Valve & Actuation Catalog
January 14, 2009 9:25 am | Product Releases | CommentsAsahi/America Inc., a leading manufacturer in the valve and actuator industry, offers a 180-page thermoplastic valve and actuation catalog.
