SMD Platinum RTD Temperature Sensor Suited for Biomedical Applications
December 15, 2010 5:45 am | Heraeus Sensor Technology USA | Product Releases | CommentsHeraeus Sensor Technology has introduced a surface mount platinum RTD temperature sensing element uniquely suited for use in biomedical applications.
LISTED UNDER: RTDs | Sensors
Differential Pressure Sensor With Extended Range for Medical Ventilation
December 6, 2010 6:23 am | Sensirion Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe new differential pressure sensor in the popular SDPx108 family combines high speed and high accuracy with an extended measuring range of 0 to 3,500 Pa.
LISTED UNDER: Pressure | Sensors
Miniature SMD Rotary Sensor Offers Size and Functionality Breakthroughs
December 6, 2010 6:13 am | Piher International Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsThe MTS360 provides a true breakthrough in contactless sensor technology by combining a through-shaft design with 360° absolute position feedback in an ultra miniature size.
LISTED UNDER: Sensors
IR-Enhanced CCD Image Sensor
December 6, 2010 6:03 am | Hamamatsu Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsHamamatsu Photonics introduces the S11510 series of Full Frame Transfer CCD (FFT-CCD) image sensors with ultra high sensitivity in the NIR region.
LISTED UNDER: Sensors
Converter Offered for Mechanical System Health Monitoring
November 29, 2010 6:20 am | Meggitt Sensing Systems | Product Releases | CommentsMeggitt Sensing Systems has announced the re-launch of Endevco model 2771C-XX, an ultra-low noise remote charge converter (RCC) designed to facilitate even more precise measurements from piezoelectric transducers.
LISTED UNDER: Transformers/Converters/Conditioners | Analytical/Monitoring Equipment | Gauges, Meters, Monitors
Deburring PEEK Implants With Micro-Abrasive Blasting
November 24, 2010 5:19 am | Product Releases | CommentsComco Inc.’s micro-abrasive blasting equipment can be used to deburr PEEK implants. Though PEEK’s biocompatibility and chemical resistant nature make it an ideal choice for medical implants, it creates challenges to the manufacturing process.
LISTED UNDER: PEEK, PEK | Micro-machining | Biocompatibility Testing
Sensor Precisely Measures Relative Humidity and Temperature
November 19, 2010 4:36 am | Sensirion Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe SHT25 precisely measures relative humidity over a range of 0 to 100% RH and temperature over a range of -40 to +125°C. It achieves a typical accuracy of 1.8% RH (at 25°C) for relative humidity and ±0.2°C for temperature.
LISTED UNDER: Sensors
System Offers Testing For Oxygen Headspace, Leak Detection, Seal Strength
November 19, 2010 4:31 am | Product Releases | CommentsMOCON Inc. is introducing the MultiCheck 300—a first-of-its-kind system that measures oxygen headspace coupled with leak detection and seal strength.
LISTED UNDER: Seals and Gaskets | Seal-Strength TestingHow Are You Influencing ER and Surgical Devices?
November 17, 2010 11:59 am | Anthro Corporation | Articles | CommentsNewton Defaria, Business Development Manager for Life and Analytical Sciences, National Instruments: National Instruments has a comprehensive technological portfolio that is used in the design, development, deployment, manufacturing, and test of many devices involved in surgery.
LISTED UNDER: Prototyping | Injection Molding | ActuatorsRoundtable Q & A: Testing
November 17, 2010 10:51 am | by Jeffrey D. Lind, Brandon Tillman, Dave Kralovetz, and Lisa Olson | Nelson Laboratories, Inc. | Articles | CommentsParticipants: Jeffrey D. Lind, President, Compliance West, USA; Brandon Tillman, Sales Manager, Nelson Laboratories; Dave Kralovetz, Medical Account Development Manager, Cincinnati Test Systems; Lisa Olson, Vice President of Testing and Service Development, WuXi AppTec
LISTED UNDER: Biocompatibility Testing | Medical Device Testing | Product-Safety/Performance Testing
Company Finds ‘Spine-Tingling’ Alternative to Surgical Device Redesign
November 12, 2010 10:59 am | by Tom Solon and Peter Fatone | Articles | CommentsThe Project: An accelerated lead was needed on a lead screw in a spinal surgical device that would enable fewer turns to generate the necessary motion without increasing the load. The Solution: A custom assembly consisting of a combination metal-screw, polymer-based nut, and bushing system was provided that fit into the original device, eliminating any need for a redesign.
LISTED UNDER: Prototyping | Rapid Prototyping | Actuators
Camera Offers High Resolution and Sensitivity
November 12, 2010 6:04 am | Hamamatsu Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsHamamatsu Photonics introduces the ImagEM 1K C9100-14 EMCCD camera, which offers high resolution, high sensitivity, and high speed imaging for advanced applications.
LISTED UNDER: Camera | Camera
Camera Improves Inspection Speed And Precision
November 11, 2010 6:34 am | Ppt-Vision | Product Releases | CommentsPPT VISION’s IMPACT M-Series embedded vision system delivers increased precision and speed to automated inspection, guidance, and identification production processes.
LISTED UNDER: Camera | Camera
Silicone Tubing Stocked in 49 Sizes
October 26, 2010 7:10 am | Advantapure | Product Releases | CommentsThe wide selection—from 0.03 to 1.0 in. I.D.—is aimed at meeting the various application needs of the pharmaceutical, biomedical, and biotech industries.
LISTED UNDER: Silicone | Silicone | Silicone
Low Energy Wireless Solutions Use Bluetooth
October 21, 2010 7:45 am | Product Releases | CommentsTexas Instruments Inc. offers two ultra-low power, short-range wireless connectivity solutions for consumer medical, mobile accessories, and sports and wellness applications.
LISTED UNDER: Medical Device Testing | Component Testing | Hand Held Instruments
