The PTPM and PTSM, for use in LED connections, measure just 5 mm high and are rated up to 5 A. The PTPM uses insulation-piercing connection (IPC) technology, eliminating wire preparation. This allows on-site connection for both signal and data on a 2.5 mm centerline. There is no need to strip conductors. The PTSM is…
Control Leaks with Bearing Isolators
By KwongVoon Wong (James), Project Lead, Garlock Sealing Technologies, Palmyra, NY Today’s demanding applications call for other sealing methods. One alternative is the bearing isolator. Advances have created units with little frictional drag and a service life that is up to 65 times greater than that of a radial lip seal. Although initially designed for…
Two-Way Base Connector Mini-Clamps from J.W. Winco
J.W. Winco, Inc. announced it now offers series GN 473 Aluminum Two-Way Base Connector Clamps in metric sizes. These RoHS compliant connector mini-clamps are available with a ground matte finish, or a black anodized finish. In the standard version, the clamping force of the clamp onto the tube is achieved via socket cap screws. Cap…
AME Introduces Clamping Products from Jakob Antriebstechnik
Advanced Machine & Engineering Co. (AME) is introducing several new workholding clamping products from Jakob Antriebstechnik, the company’s European partner. The series MC power clamping nut offers simple manual operation, high clamping forces through force magnification and high operating safety, as a result of a self-locking feature. The clamping force ranges from 40 to 160…
Aluminum Flanged Connector Clamps from J. W. Winco
J.W. Winco, Inc. announced it now offers series GN 146.3 Aluminum Flanged Connector Clamps, Round Bore Type, in metric sizes. These RoHS compliant connector clamps are available in black powder coated, textured finish, or tumbled with a matte shot-blasted finish. Clamping bores are machined. Cap screws are DIN 912, steel, zinc plated, and nylon insert…
Better Epoxy Coatings for Electrical Conductors
By Robert Van Horn, President, Power Systems Division, Custom Electronics, Inc. Oneonta, NY Reprint Info >> Epoxy powder coating is often used for motor components, switchgear, cable replacement, and other applications that use advanced materials. In the pursuit of more efficient, reliable, and safer electrical assemblies and components, advanced materials can play a key role.…
Weldable Safety Swivel Load Rings from J.W. Winco
J.W. Winco, Inc. announced it offers series GN 587 Weldable Safety Swivel Load Rings in metric sizes. GN 587 load rings are designed for quick mounting and are RoHS compliant. They provide high dynamic and static strength and can be loaded from any direction with approved safety (safety factor 4). The load ring is forged…
BKS Series Welded Bellows Couplings from R+W
R+W America’s BKS series of stainless steel, welded bellows couplings are up to 1/3 shorter in length, reducing moment of inertia and saving space. Manufactured in Germany, the BKS makes use of 1.4301 (304) stainless steel hubs, precision machined to a high level of concentricity. Laser welded while mounted onto a common shaft to guarantee…
Why Choose Adhesives Over Traditional Fasteners?
This webinar discusses the latest advances in structural adhesives for a range of design, manufacturing, and assembly applications. It includes an evaluation of fastening technologies, such as “instant” assembly methods using thermal joining, mechanical fastening, and tapes, as well as the benefits of new structural liquid adhesives. It offers insight into the role of the…
Boker’s Announces Tab Washers are Now Available
Boker’s, Inc. announces that tab washers, offered in a wide variety of sizes and materials, are now available as part of their washer manufacturing capability. Tab washer sizes include outside diameters ranging from .080 inches to 6.000 inches, in addition to multiple inside diameter and thickness options, allowing tab washer compatibility with all types of…