What's New at AutomationDirect

Drive isolation transformers from Hammond Power Solutions offer a rugged design that allows them to withstand the mechanical stresses, voltage distortions, and heating associated with motor drives. In addition to all of the benefits of a line reactor, they also provide isolation, common-mode noise and transient suppression, and prevent drive-induced ground currents from being passed upstream. Available in a range of sizes for 5 to 200 hp drives, they come with a 460V delta primary, a 460Y secondary, and include multiple taps for additional voltages.

The transformers are UL Listed, CSA certified and come with a 10-year warranty.

HPS drive isolation transformers starts at $1,087.00 (DM007JJ)

New sizes and styles of FATH T-slotted rail hardware are now available for use with SureFrame and other brands of T-slot rail. New fasteners include socket head cap screws, flanged button head socket cap Torx head screws, flat head socket cap screws, self-tapping screws and reducer bushings; also new are additional sizes of button head socket cap head screws, roll-in T-slot nuts, hammer nuts, eonomy nuts, caster adapter plates and transport base/plates. All FATH T-slotted hardware components have a 1-year warranty.

Stainless steel linear variable inductance transducers (LVITs) from Alliance Sensors Group expand our lineup of linear position sensors. These sensors convert the linear displacement of an object into a proportional analog output.

The compact LZ13 series has a 1/2-inch diameter stainless steel body in stroke lengths up to 200 mm. The larger LZ19 series feature stroke lengths up to 375 mm. The rugged LV series comes with a 45mm diameter stainless steel body and rod, and a rod eye mounting system that provides freedom of motion while tracking linear movement along a single axis.

The Alliance LVIT proprietary SenSet^TM process provides the ability to match the end points of the sensor's analog output with the ends of the range of motion of a workpiece (such as a hydraulic cylinder ram) in which the sensor is installed. The SenSet feature permits the user to optimize the position measuring system resolution over the full range of motion.

These transducers are CE, RoHS approved, made in the USA, and have a 1-year warranty.

The LZ series starts at $296.00 (LZE19-2.5A-00-10S)

while the LV series starts at $922.00 (LVE45-100R-01-10S)

New Optris infrared pyrometers use non-contact sensing to determine the surface temperature of an object based on its emitted infrared radiation. They can read the temperature of inaccessible or moving objects without difficulty.

Optris CS LT series infrared pyrometers are ideally suited for temperature measurement in small and narrow environments. These sensors feature rugged stainless steel construction, a broad measuring range (-50°C to 1030°C [-58°F to 1886°F]), and a rating for use in ambient temperatures up to 80°C (176°F) without the need for additional cooling. Optris CSmicro series miniature infrared pyrometers can be used in ambient temperatures up to 120°C (248°F); their small size allows them to be installed in tight spaces.

Optris infrared pyrometers are CE marked, RoHS compliant and have a 2-year warranty.

New Optris CS LT series infrared pyrometers start at $125.00 (OPTCSLT15SFCB1)

New Optris CS micro series infrared pyrometers start at $250.00 (OPTCSMALT15SF0505)

Our new line of Saginaw enclosure air conditioners is designed to keep the internal temperature of an electrical enclosure at a safe level, protecting the enclosed equipment from overheating and moisture damage. These air conditioners utilize closed-loop cooling to keep contaminants in the ambient air out of the enclosure, and are perfect for applications where filter fans are not sufficient or where the ambient temperature is not adequate for a heat exchanger.

These rugged, energy efficient, and reliable Enviro-Therm air conditioners offer superior cooling capacity, up to 21,160 BTU/H, and are constructed with heavy gauge carbon or stainless steel. The NextGen Enviro-Therm series provides excellent cooling with even better efficiency. Both series are available with various BTU/H, voltages, dimensions, and NEMA ratings to meet your specific needs. The new Saginaw enclosure air conditioners are easily installed, use an environmentally friendly and chlorine-free refrigerant, come with a reusable mesh filter, and start at $1,920.00 (SCE-NG1195B230V)

Additional safety mats, edges and bumpers from ASO Safety Solutions protect people and machinery from harm. Mats detect the presence of personnel on horizontal surfaces (usually the floor); edges can be used on any surface, usually near possible crushing or shearing points; and bumpers are used in applications involving vehicles or other moving equipment.

New safety mats added (from $211.00) include five additional sizes of the standard black straight and taper edge mats and four new mats in safety yellow.

New safety edges (from $41.00) include additional 25 x 30mm profile edges with a sealing lip, and a new 30 x 70mm profile option. They are available in lengths up to 5 feet.

New safety bumpers (from $319.00) increase our 60 x 100mm offering to a maximum length of 6 feet; 100 x 200mm profile bumpers, in lengths from 1 to 6 feet, were also added. These bumpers are resistant to vibration and excellent for mobile applications such as industrial vehicles. Mounting rails are included to simplify installation.

All new safety products from ASO Safety Solutions come with a 1-year warranty.

Starting at $41.00 (1502-6220)

CLICK PLUS PLCs maintain the simplicity of the original CLICK but with advanced capabilities including Wi-Fi communication, MQTT support, data logging, and now motion control. This software release allows any CLICK PLUS CPU to be configured as a 3-axis PTO/PWM motion controller. 100kHz high-speed input and output capabilities are supported for any DC option slot I/O module placed in slot 0 of the CPU. With this capability, CLICK PLUS PLCs can easily perform velocity moves, homing commands or interpolated positioning. The easy-to-use configuration GUI built into the software and the three new motion instructions (Velocity Move, Position Move and Home) make it a cinch to control simple motion applications.

CLICK PLUS CPUs start at $93 with FREE software, high-speed I/O capable option slot modules start at $56, and both come with a two-year warranty.

LUTZE SILFLEX^® FBP cable is specifically designed to meet all the UL and FDA requirements for cabling used for Food and Beverage facilities. The patent-pending food-safe design of these cables have been evaluated by third party tester Ecolab for resistance to commonly used cleaning agents and reduction of contamination risk. LUTZE SILFLEX^® FBP cables are available in sizes ranging from 20 AWG to 12 AWG, and in shielded and unshielded versions. The Phthalate-free jacket is also resistant to oils and fats that are common to food processing.

Order SILFLEX^® FBP cables cut to length in 1-foot increments with a 20 ft. minimum, starting at $0.89/ft (A6012004-1) with free shipping for orders over $49.00

The Productivity family of controllers now offers the MQTT protocol for connections to cloud computing platforms. MQTT has become the front-runner for many machine-to-machine (M2M) and IIoT/cloud networking applications, due to its lightweight overhead and reduced bandwidth consumption. Productivity PLCs now support MQTT communication and with the fill-in-the-blank MQTT messaging configurations within Productivity Suite, delivering vital data to advanced cloud computing platforms is easy.

The EDS file library offers a powerful way to organize and sort your EDS files when configuring EtherNet/IP communications - automatically group by device type or vendor and manage versions. AutomationDirect.com EtherNet/IP EDS files come already installed for added convenience.

New encapsulated core general-purpose transformers from Acme Electric use electrical grade silica and resin compounds to completely enclose the core and coil to protect it from corrosion and insulation deterioration. They are available in various voltages and sizes from 0.25 to 25 kVA.

In addition, new Acme Electric buck-boost transformers provide a low-cost and reliable option to correct off-standard voltages. They are available in a range of sizes from 0.25 to 5 kVA.

The transformers are UL Listed, CE marked, RoHS compliant and come with a 10-year warranty.

New Acme Electric Encapsulated Core General Purpose Transformers start at $86.00 (T253007S)

New Acme Electric Encapsulated Buck-Boost Transformers start at $105.00 (T181050)

New Quabbin commercial Ethernet cables and data cables bring even more choices to meet all your wiring/cabling needs. The new 26 and 24 AWG commercial Ethernet cables have a round, smooth design for added flexibility that allows easy manipulation between devices during installation and routing. These cables are available in Cat5e/6/6a/6e types, in shielded and unshielded versions; are suitable for applications from 10 Base-T to 1000 Base-T (Gigabit Ethernet); and can be ordered cut to length in 1-foot increments with a 20ft minimum, starting at $0.35/ft.

New Quabbin RS-422/485 data cables in 24, 22, and 20 AWG sizes are high quality, low-capacitance data cables are designed with impedances specific for RS-422 and RS-485 communication applications in industrial environments. These new Quabbin data cables can be ordered cut to length in 1-foot increments with a 25ft minimum, starting at $0.58/ft.

Gladiator GCB Series molded case circuit breakers have been added to the lineup of circuit protection devices. Available in two or three-pole configurations, these high-performance circuit breakers are offered with a selection of trip units and provide up to 100kA interrupting capacity. A variety of accessories provides connection to external disconnect handles and offer auxiliary functions such as status monitoring, and shunt or undervoltage trip. The breakers are UL listed, CE approved and RoHS compliant.

The Gladiator GCB Series breakers start at $152.00 and come with a 2-year warranty. (GCB100S-2FF15LL)

Inclination sensors have been added to our growing lineup of position transducers. Gefran inclination sensors use cutting-edge MEMS technology to provide reliable and precise tilt angle measurement with respect to gravity. These rugged sensors, suitable for the harshest environments, come in an encapsulated, thermoplastic housing with a high IP67/69K rating. They are available with an integrated cable or M12 quick-disconnect; M12 quick-disconnect models are fully redundant, having two sensors in one housing. They are CE marked and RoHs compliant.

Gefran inclination sensors start at $192.00 and come with a 3-year warranty. (GIB-Z-360-V-2A)

AutomationDirect has added cable entry systems and additional cable glands from Bimed. The BPA series cable entry system allows cables to be installed through an enclosure or other bulkhead surface without requiring disassembly of connectors from pre-made or terminated cables. The BRM series allows for a high density of non-terminated cables to be installed through a small area of an enclosure or other bulkhead surface without compromising environmental protections.

New cable glands include EMC rated models available in NPT, PG, and metric threads. EMC cable glands maintain shielded cable integrity, allowing entry without compromising the cable shield's protection from electromagnetic interference. A selection of hygienic cable glands is also available in NPT and metric threads. Hygienic stainless-steel glands have a smooth finish with no threads exposed to prevent buildup of contaminants, ideal for use in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and any industry requiring cleanroom technology. A hygienic-EMC combo cable gland is also available.

Bimed Cable glands start at $22.75 (set of 5 EMC type glands), cable entry frames start at $8.00 , and general-purpose grommets start at $6.00 .

AutomationDirect has added WAGO Pro2 power supplies to their growing lineup of performance power supplies. These high-efficiency power supplies reduce losses, save cabinet space, and increase energy savings. With TopBoost, PowerBoost, and parameterizable overload behavior, WAGO Pro2 power supplies protect equipment and provide intelligent current and switching modes. The free configuration software includes long-term monitoring for maintenance and service, preventing costly downtime.

Also added are WAGO DIN-rail mount DC-to-DC converters in a compact, terminal-block style that optimizes cabinet space; they accept a wide range of DC source inputs and convert them to the required voltage levels.

These new performance WAGO power supplies start at $160.00 and come with a 2-year warranty. (2787-2144)

New MurrElektronik M12 cables and connectors provide solutions for Ethernet communications and power transmission for industrial devices. The M12 Cat5e Ethernet shielded cables include M12 axial male D-coded 4-pin connector to pigtail terminations. Another new addition is the M12 L-code power cables available in various connector styles that include M12 to M12; M12 to RJ45; RJ45 to RJ45; and M12 to pigtail. M12 D-code and L-code connectors and adapters have also been added to provide custom terminations for specific applications.

Starting at $33.00 (7700-P4201-U0D0200)

New Contrinex metal M12 and M18 photoelectric sensors expand our offering of discrete sensors. These Contrinex sensors, made in the USA, are available in diffuse, diffuse with adjustable background suppression, retroreflective and through-beam models. Select models are IO-Link® compatible, and all sensor outputs are complementary, allowing them to be used as a light-on or dark-on sensor. They come with a 2-year warranty and are UL listed, CE marked and RoHs compliant.

Starting at $27.50 (LLR-M12MA-NMK-400)

New additions to our lineup of Wiegmann enclosures include new NEMA 4/4X/12/13 rated stainless steel 22mm pushbutton enclosures; NEMA 4 rated carbon steel wiring troughs with hinged cover; and NEMA 1 rated carbon steel corner-mount including models with knockouts.

Wiegmann is a well-trusted brand and one of the largest enclosure manufacturers in North America, manufacturing a wide variety of carbon steel, galvanized steel, stainless steel, and aluminum enclosures, including disconnects, pushbutton and operator consoles and consolets.

Starting at $64.00 (RSCG040412)

LUTZE SILFLEX® 24VDC flexible control cable is an industrial-rated low voltage cable ideal for both stationary and flexible applications with limited mechanical stress and free movement without any tensile stress, loads or forced movements. These cables are available in sizes from 18 AWG to 16 AWG with 3 to 19 unshielded conductors. The rugged outer jacket provides resistance to sunlight, oil and moisture penetration, making these cables suitable for wet and dry locations as well as outdoors. These cables carry UL approval and TC-ER, Type MTW, Class 2 Division ratings, and can be ordered cut to length in 1-foot increments with a 20ft minimum. LUTZE 24VDC control cable starts at $0.81 per foot and is made in the USA.

Starting at $0.84 /ft. (20 ft. min.) (A3251803-1)

Automation Direct has added current, rate, process and temperature displays to their TRUMETER ADM series of graphical panel meters. These panel meters feature a programmable bar graph to provide an instant visual representation of an analog meter. They have customizable messages and alarms to alert operators when a parameter is out of range. The updated software includes 10 alarm points, 20-point linearization and better scaling. These panel meters come with a 3-year warranty and are UL listed, CE marked and RoHS compliant.

In addition to the graphical panel meters, Automation Direct has added a new line of low-cost TRUMETER hour meters and counters. Available in electromechanical and battery-powered units, they provide reliable counting and run hours tracking for any application. Optional gaskets are available to allow for Nema 4/4X rating when mounted in a suitable enclosure

TRUMETER graphical panel meters start at $70.00 (ADM100C-LN, ADM100C-LP)

TRUMETER hour meters and counters start at $18.50 (3400-0000)

We just added more Type J and Type K thermocouple extension wires to bring our customers more selections to fulfill their wiring needs. Type J and Type K thermocouple extension wire allows the connection of multiple field sensors to operating instrumentation or PLC input cards with one run versus having to install multiple extension wires. These wires are available in 20AWG or 16AWG sizes with 2, 4 or 8 conductors/twisted pairs, in shielded or unshielded versions, and have alphanumeric printing on the conductors that makes it easy to identify the pairs for installation and troubleshooting. These wires are UL PLTC rated, and are approved for Class I, Division 2 Hazardous Locations and can be ordered cut to length in 1-foot increments with a 20ft minimum.

Thermocouple extension wire starts at $0.29 per foot and is made in the USA.

AutomationDirect has added a host of new motors from Regal Rexnord to its existing portfolio, including two new series of Marathon motors and specialty motors from Leeson.

The Marathon Globetrotter motors are high-quality general purpose motors that can also be controlled by an inverter. Globetrotter motors are offered in open-drip-proof enclosures and rolled steel TEFC enclosures, as well as models in a cast-iron enclosure rated for areas classified as hazardous locations. A new series of permanent magnet AC (PMAC) motors, the Marathon SYMAX, can only be powered and controlled by a VFD but offer improved efficiency even at lower speeds and partial loads, and feature a smaller footprint, when compared to standard induction motors.

Also added are more options for harsh-duty motors, with Leeson Washguard SST stainless steel motors in 1- and 3-phase configurations, and the Leeson Washguard White Duck series which features a chemical resistant white epoxy finish.

Leeson Washguard motors have a 1-year warranty from the date of installation (18 months from purchase) and the new Marathon motors have a 3-year warranty.

AutomationDirect now offers T-slotted extruded aluminum rails, available in the most popular profiles and dimensions, including 1 x 1in, 1 x 2in and 2 x 2in; 1.5 x 1.5in, 1.5 x 3in and 3 x 3in; 30 x 30mm; 40 x 40mm, 40 x 80mm and 80 x 80mm; 45 x 45mm, 45 x 90mm and 90 x 90mm. These rails are compatible with many other brands and are cut to your specified lengths, in increments of 0.001 inches. These are stock items, so they can be cut and shipped quickly. SureFrame T-slotted rails have a 1-year warranty.

New additions to our lineup of Hammond enclosures include more wall-mount sizes; miniature cases in more size and color choices; sanitary pushbutton enclosures; NEMA 1 rated wire troughs; and rack/desktop-mount / instrument and enclosures. New accessories such as drip shield kits, extender rings and pulls and handles have also been added.

Hammond is a worldwide, well-trusted brand that produces products that carry industry recognized approvals from their ISO9002:2015 certified facility.

The new LS Electric servos systems provide the most requested features - setup wizards, auto tuning, built-in indexer and more - in an extremely cost-effective package. The L7S family of brushless servo systems is fully digital and offers a rich set of features to cover a broad range of motion control applications. There are 5 standard servo motors from 100W to 1kW that can be operated in combination with one of two standard servo drives. The L7C drives accept single-phase 200-230VAC, and are controlled via analog speed or torque signal, high-speed pulse train, or internal indexing. These systems are fully compatible with most Automation Direct PLCs or any other host controller.

The L7C family includes standard accessories such as pre-made servo motor encoder cables and servo motor power/brake cables. DIN-rail mount I/O break-out kits allow for easy connection of external command and I/O signals; optional external braking resistors, and optional AC input filters are also available. The L7C servo system selector tool is available here; it provides selection assistance for your application requirements and assures that all the required and optional accessories are included your first order.

New RHINO open frame and panel mount power supplies, with integrated UPS, have been added to the RHINO SELECT series. The integrated UPS provides seamless battery switchover to keep critical operations running when there is an unexpected loss of power. These industrial power supplies support a wide temperature range and can provide TTL status outputs to external monitoring systems. Their rugged aluminum housing allows for three mounting orientations. These power supplies come with a 3-year warranty, are UL 60950-1 and UL 62368-1 recognized, and are CE marked and RoHS compliant.

Also added is the PSB24-240-1 to the RHINO Din Rail mount series. This power supply ensures reliable startups through the use of its "Power Boost Technology," short-term power used to support high inrush current. It comes with a 3-year warranty, and is UL 508 listed, UL 60950 recognized, CSA certified, CE marked and RoHS compliant.

The new CLICK PLUS 2-slot CPU offers an additional built-in option module slot for even more PLC I/O customization. The CLICK PLUS option module slots allow for easily changeable I/O configurations to match the job at hand in lieu of the fixed I/O offered in the original CLICK series PLCs. The 2-slot CPU can also be expanded with up to 8 additional stackable I/O modules for up to 156 discrete I/O or 60 analog I/O points total.

For applications that rely heavily on serial communication, the new CLICK PLUS DCM option module adds two RS-232/RS-485 serial ports to any single-slot CLICK PLUS CPU and up to four additional serial ports to the 2-slot CPU version. This new module supports both Modbus RTU and ASCII communication and is priced at $113.00.

LUTZE SILFLEX® control cable is a rugged industrial cable ideal for stationary and flexible applications with limited mechanical stress and free movement without any tensile stress, loads or forced movements. These cables are available in sizes from 20 AWG to 10 AWG with 3 to 41 unshielded or shielded conductors marked with numbers for easy identification, including the green with yellow stripe ground conductor. The rugged outer jacket provides resistance to sunlight, oil and moisture penetration, making these cables suitable for wet and dry locations as well as outdoors. LUTZE cable is 600V UL rated and can be ordered cut to length in 1-foot increments with a 20ft minimum. LUTZE servo cable starts at $0.48 per foot and is made in the USA.

MOSAIC Safety Controller Master Modules start at $299.00 (MOSAIC-M1S) New components for ReeR MOSAIC safety controllers have been added to expand capability. An exciting addition are MOSAIC-MV series speed monitoring expansion modules which allow the monitoring of speed of rotating machinery via proximity sensors or encoder inputs. Speed modules are available to support proximity sensor inputs as well as TTL, HTL and SIN/COS encoder inputs. Also added is the M1S enhanced controller master module that includes more built-in safety I/O and supports newer safety modules. These newer modules include two new combination safety I/O modules that support 8 or 12 inputs as well as 4 individual OSSD safety outputs; a new safety output module; and a safety analog input module to allow monitoring of analog variables. These ReeR MOSAIC safety controller components are available for fast shipping and have a 2-year warranty.

New ProSense T2 series timer relays are cost-effective, compact devices with easy time delay function and time range setup. T2R-M series multi-mode timer relays have timing ranges of up to 1000 minutes. T2R-ND on-delay, T2R-FD off-delay, and T2R-SST fleeting timer relays have encapsulated protection and timing ranges of up to 100 minutes. Encapsulated T2L-ND on-delay timer relays offer timing ranges of up to 100 minutes or 10,230 seconds. T2S-ND on-delay, T2S-FD off-delay, T2S-SST fleeting, and T2S-TT on-interval timer relays have timing ranges of up to 100 minutes.

AutomationDirect has added Norgren Excelon Plus air prep components to its existing lineup of pneumatic air prep products. Norgren, a well-known name brand for pneumatic components, is now available from your trusted source for automation products.

Now available are Norgren Excelon Plus 82 Series air prep products with 1/4" and 3/8" female NPT port sizes, and the Excelon Plus 84 Series components with 3/8", 1/2" and 3/4" female NPT port sizes. Included in this release are air filters (particulate, coalescing oil removal and vapor removal), air regulators, air filter regulators, air micro-fog lubricators, manual shut-off relief valves, soft start/dump valves, solenoid-activated control valves and pre-assembled combination filter-regulator-lubricator units . A range of mounting accessories, port adapters and replacement filter elements are also available. These Norgren air prep components are all stock items so they can be shipped quickly, and have a 2-year warranty.

Our addition of Quadritalia modular enclosure kits adds enclosures that can be assembled to fit your application needs while maintaining their NEMA rating. Modular enclosures are available as kits that include all the necessary components and hardware (with the exception of plinths) to assemble a complete NEMA 12 rated freestanding single-door, double-door, or dual-access enclosure. The Quadritalia OKK series modular enclosure kits are available in sizes up to 2000mm (78+ in) in height, in various widths and depths. Modular enclosures provide numerous benefits including the ability to easily cut holes on individual panels before assembly or by removing the panel, damaged panels can easily be replaced, and panels can be combined or replaced with larger ones for future expansions. Individual components and accessories can also be purchased separately.

Direct Wire's portable/service cord in 8 to 6 AWG wire sizes is ideal for electrical power connections requiring flexibility that can be used for indoors and outdoors. These cables can be used in wiring for industrial machinery, large appliances, heavy duty tools, motors, and temporary electrical power and lighting for construction sites. This addition makes SOOW cable available in sizes between 6 AWG and 18 AWG and can be ordered cut to your specified lengths in 1-foot increments, with a 10- or 20-ft. minimum (depending on AWG size), starting at $0.39 per foot for the 18 AWG wire size.

AutomationDirect announces the addition of a new high-performance AC drive series that supports closed-loop flux vector and torque control modes. The WEG CFW500 AC drives come in a variety of voltage and horsepower ratings, and can control 230VAC 3-phase motors from 1/4 to 30 hp when powered with 230VAC 3-phase, and 1/4-3 hp when powered with 230VAC single-phase. The 460VAC models support motor sizes from 1/3 to 60 hp. These drives include ample built-in I/O that is expandable with option modules; they support Modbus RTU and Ethernet communications modules that allow the drive to be controlled and monitored via Modbus TCP or EtherNet/IP. The CFW500 series has a built-in PLC and uses the same software for drive configuration and programming as the CFW100 and CFW300 series. Also part of this product addition is the IP66-rated CFW500, offering most features of the CFW500 in an IP66/NEMA 4X enclosure, rated for washdown environments as well as indoor or outdoor installations. The IP66-rated models come in ratings up to 20 hp. These new CFW500 high-performance AC drives have a 1-year warranty.

Molex pendant switches with quick connectors provide reliable ON/OFF actuation for unmounted applications in demanding conditions. They provide a flexible way to control equipment during production, material handling, changeovers, setup, inspection, cleaning, and troubleshooting. These switches are manually operated and include various N.O. and/or N.C. snap-action contact output arrangements. Switches are available with nitrile/PVC rubber or silicone rubber covers.

Another great addition to our lineup of level sensors and controllers, the ProSense CLC series conductive liquid level controllers detect and control levels of conductive liquids (tap water, seawater, sewage, chemical solutions, coffee, ice cream, etc.) in dual-probe pump-up or pump-down applications. These relays compare the value of the measured resistance between the probe and common with the setpoint controlled by the onboard potentiometer. The output relay can control pumps, solenoids or valves to automatically lower, raise or maintain the level of the liquid in the tank. These level controllers pulse the probes with a DC voltage to prevent potential electroplating issues.

More quality enclosures from Saginaw! Saginaw has been serving the electrical industry since 1963 specializing in manufacturing top-quality electrical enclosures built to accurate dimensions. Newly added enclosures include new sizes for hinged cover series, new yellow-colored pushbutton enclosures for safety or high visibility applications, new sloped top Enviroline Junction series enclosures, new sanitary enclosures and 1/4 turn enclosures and accessories, and new breather vent drain.

We're excited to announce the addition of our new ProSense PLS series rotary paddle level switches to our already extensive line of process control solutions. These level switches are used as point level switches for dry, granular bulk solids, and are ideal for detecting full, empty, refill, or point level status in silos, hoppers, and bins containing bulk solids. Examples of products that can be sensed by rotary paddle level switches include cereals, sugar, animal feeds, washing powders, chalk dry plaster, dry cement, granulates, wood chips, and similar products. These level switches are available in three different shaft lengths, plus a rope version that can be shortened in the field based on the application.

AutomationDirect has added T-Slotted hardware components by FATH. Because the structures are lightweight, economical and easy to construct, slotted aluminum rail structures are commonly seen throughout many industries. From stands that hold barcode scanners and label applicator machines to OEM machines made entirely of T-slotted aluminum rail, this structure system is very popular. We have a wide variety of assembly hardware for T-slotted aluminum rail systems in various widths from 1 inch to 1.5 inch and 30mm to 45mm, which include T-nuts, fasteners, connecting components, joining plates and brackets, as well as floor, door and panel elements. These components are compatible with many brands. These FATH T-slot hardware products are all stock items, so they can be shipped quickly and have a 2-year warranty.

IDEM hazardous area safety devices provide similar functionality to their general-purpose counterparts but offer explosion-proof switching for use in hazardous locations. All of these devices are manufactured with ATEX Exd IIC T6 certified explosion-proof contact blocks which are encapsulated to contain explosions and prevent ignition of hazardous materials. New IDEM explosion-proof safety devices include tongue interlock safety switches, safety limit switches and safety cable-pull switches. These devices are an excellent choice for use in the oil, chemical, pharmaceutical and other hazardous industries. AutomationDirect has also extended its existing line of general-purpose safety cable-pull switches. This new line extension allows for emergency cable lengths of up to 250 meters. IDEM safety devices have a 1-year warranty.

AutomationDirect announces the addition of new temperature probes, sensors and thermowells to our existing portfolio of ProSense sensors. We have added 4 different types of probe designs and 3 sensor designs to meet the needs of unique applications. These new probes include heat trace probes; flange mount probes; cuttable probes; and melt bolt probes. The new temperature sensor designs being offered include; threaded bolt style; spade sensors; and magnet mount sensors. All of these probes and sensors are offered in type J thermocouple sensing elements. Type K thermocouple elements and PT100 RTD with class A accuracy are also offered with select series. A new line of thermowells have been added that are used specifically for sanitary Clean-in-Place applications and probes that have a tri-clamp process connection. These new ProSense temperature sensing products are proudly made in the USA and have an eighteen-month warranty.

New hazardous location alarm buzzers have been added to the lineup of control and indicating devices. The STAHL YA11 series signal alarms sound an audible warning, alert, or information in the event of equipment malfunctions, safety issues, or when systems are starting up. These alarms provide an omni-directional audible signal, are intended for use in hazardous areas or the harshest environments, and have hazardous area certifications for international use. Available in alternating two-tone, alternating fast tone and continuous tone models, with a maximum volume of 100dB at 1 meter and an aluminum/ABS plastic housing, these buzzers are NEMA 4X, IP66 rated, prewired for easy installation, and can be panel or surface mounted.

GEFRAN magnetostrictive linear position transducers work just like other linear position sensors, by translating a linear position to an electrical signal. However, they are contactless which provides a longer life because there is no mechanical wear; since they use magnetostrictive technology ,they are also immune to electromagnetic interferences. Transducers are available in stroke lengths from 50 to 500mm, and with an analog output signal of either 0-10VDC or 4-20mA for single output models. Double output models provide either a 0-10VDC and reverse 10-0VDC signal, or a 4-20mA with a 20-4mA reverse signal. The electrical connection is made via a standard DIN connector or M12 connection and all units are IP67 rated. Cursors are sold separately. Gefran magnetostrictive linear position transducers from AutomationDirect have a 3-year warranty.

WON linear bearing guides and rails generate lower friction than comparable sliding bearings. With less friction to overcome, less power is required to move a load, higher speeds can be achieved and greater efficiency is reached. WON linear bearing guides and rails are available in various sizes to meet the needs of any specialized motion project. The H series offers four rows of continuously circulating ball bearings and comes in a flanged or rectangular form factor; the compact M and MB series offer two rows and come in either a rectangular or long rectangular form factor. Rail in lengths up to 1000mm match the series of guides that are selected. All guide/rail systems provide 4-direction equal load sharing in any direction for lower friction and smooth motion. WON linear bearing guides and rails have a 1-year warranty.

A new series of Contrinex M18 photoelectric sensors and a sensor tester expand our selection of discrete sensors. The Contrinex M18 sensors have a short body for easy installation in even the tightest locations. These sensors are available in diffuse with adjustable background suppression, diffuse, retroreflective and through-beam models, and with NPN and PNP logic. The outputs are complementary, allowing them to be used as a light-on or dark-on sensor. Connection options include a 2 meter, 4-wire PVC cable or a 4-pin M12 quick-disconnect. An AutomationDirect sensor tester can test any DC-powered sensor of any brand for proper functionality. This tool can save time before installation or while troubleshooting. The new Contrinex photoelectric sensors and the sensor tester have a two-year warranty. Sensors testers can be found under all discrete sensor categories' Accessories page.

PS-AMC motion controllers are designed to work seamlessly with select Productivity PLCs to provide accurate, coordinated, plug-and-play motion control. These controllers are capable of up to 4 coordinated axes of motion per controller (PS-AMC4) with differential encoder feedback for each axis and a maximum switching frequency of 1MHz. Up to 24 general purpose high-speed inputs and 12 general purpose high-speed outputs are also included. Available in 1, 2, 3, or 4 axes models, AMC controllers are auto-discovered in the Productivity Suite programming software which has numerous built-in motion instructions allowing for easy configuration of standard motion profiles including flying cut offs and rotary tables.

The Productivity1000 remote I/O module provides a low-cost remote I/O solution for both the P1-550 and P2-550 controllers. Up to 4 P1-RX remote modules can be used with the P1-550 and up to 8 can be used with the P2-550. That adds an additional 512 I/O points to the P1000 system, which did not offer remote expansion before, and an additional 1024 for the P2000 at a much lower cost than the existing P2-RS expansion module. All P1-RX modules and connected I/O are auto-discovered in the Productivity Suite programming software with pre-assigned tags for each I/O point that can be used right away in the ladder code or modified as needed.

New Ironhorse NEMA 4X AC drives expand our offering of precise motor control in industrial environments. The ACN series can control 230VAC 3-phase motors up to 20 hp when powered with 230VAC 3-phase, and up to 10 hp when powered with 230VAC single-phase. The 460VAC models support motor sizes up to 30 hp when powered with 460VAC 3-phase, and up to 15 hp when powered by 460VAC single-phase. These drives include ample built-in I/O and support Modbus RTU. Additional I/O is supported with option cards; Ethernet communications allows the drive to be controlled and monitored over Modbus TCP or EtherNet/IP. VFD Suite is a free, user-friendly software package that configures these drives, programs the sequence controller and includes other advanced features, such as trending. These new drives have an 18-month warranty.

New Quabbin data cables are designed with impedances specifically for RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 communication applications in industrial environments. These high-quality, low-capacitance data cables have tinned copper conductors with twisted pairs that help reduce electrical noise sensitivity and are available in one-, two-, three-, or four-pair color-coded versions. The polyethylene conductor insulation provides a very high insulation resistance with a low, stable dielectric constant that results in lower capacitance and excellent propagation velocity for superior signal transmission. Order Quabbin data cables cut to your specified lengths in 1-foot increments with a 25-ft. minimum, starting at $0.22 per foot.

The new igus Chainflex CF211 and CF11 series control and signal cables are specifically designed, tested, and manufactured to reliably serve continuous flexing, high mechanical load application requirements. These cables are available in sizes ranging from 26 AWG to 20 AWG, with up to four twisted pairs with overall shield, and provide a guaranteed service life between 5 million and 10 million cycles when operated within specified conditions. It is an excellent choice for connecting low-voltage signals such as encoders, position sensors and analog signals. Order igus CF series cable cut to your specified lengths in 1-foot increments with a 20-ft. minimum, starting at $0.70 per foot.

CCEA industrial LED lights provide bright lighting for work areas in commercial and industrial environments, with easy installation and a long service life. These 24 VDC series light bars are available with side-mount or recessed mounting options, with an IP67 rating for industrial and commercial applications. The Compact Alpha (CA) series is ideal for any work area where space is very limited. The Track Alpha (TA) series is designed for universal use, is resistant to machining debris and vibrations, and provides suitable protection from liquids and oils. The Herionova series includes two types; a recessed style used for large CNC applications or wet industrial environments requiring very bright illumination, and a side-mount style used for industrial applications, automation processes, and CNC applications. The new CCEA industrial LED lights start at $109.00.

AutomationDirect proudly announces the arrival of vacuum products by Schmalz, widely used in pick and place applications. Vacuum products are an efficient means of moving products large, small and of varying sizes. This lineup includes suction cups in flat style up to 60mm in diameter in Elastodur; bellowed style cups to 78mm in Elastodur, silicone or nitrile rubber; vacuum ejectors that support a suction rate of up to 860 I/min. Also available are replacement cups and mounting accessories, including vacuum spring plungers for use with suction cups that will be lifting objects of various heights and vacuum couplers. These new Schmalz vacuum products have a 1-year warranty.

SureStep® motors are now available in NEMA 42 frame sizes. Six new motor sizes are available with single or dual shafts. These twelve models extend the torque range of the SureStep line up to 4532 oz-in. The mating extension cables are available in 6, 10 and 20-foot lengths and an encoder adapter plate option allows the attachment of CUI Devices AMT132/AMT332 encoders and US Digital E6 encoders. Our Stepper System Selector has been updated to include these new NEMA 42 models, and will guide you through the selection of a stepper motor and all the compatible system components.

The new ProSense DPTW series differential pressure transmitters are precision engineered for accurate differential or gauge pressure measurement of a wide variety of liquids, gases, and steam applied to both pressure sensing ports. This series is up to 8 times smaller than a conventional style DP transmitter and is ideal for industrial, commercial, and OEM process measurement applications including differential, positive, or negative pressures; hydrostatic liquid level in pressurized or open tanks; and flow measurement using primary differential pressure flow elements such as an annular pitot tube, orifice plate or venturi tube. Seven models are available with various measuring ranges of up to 400 inches of water column; all offer 4-20 mA outputs, 12-32 VDC operating voltage and ¼-inch female NPT process connection.

New high-precision inline strain wave gearboxes have been added to the lineup of SureGear gearboxes. Strain wave technology offers many advantages over planetary and helical gearboxes, such as much higher gear ratios, higher efficiency, lower heat and noise generation, and zero backlash. Strain wave gearboxes are available in ratios up to 200:1 as well as a large selection of output shaft diameters. These SureGear strain wave gearboxes are designed to work with our SureServo2 and SureStep motors. Gearboxes are pre-lubricated for life and come with a 1-year warranty.

SIM drive couplings are now available in our line of mechanical power transmission products. SIM drive couplings are used to couple the shafts of various mechanical devices, often of different sizes and to compensate for shaft misalignment. Styles include: Jaw/Spider couplings that offer a wide range of fitment and higher torque; Oldham couplings for higher speed ratings and that allow for a higher misalignment of mated shafts; servo beam style couplings add a significant increase to speed rating and have zero backlash; high-gain couplings offer the highest speed ratings, excellent vibration absorption, and zero backlash. These SIM drive couplings have a 1-year warranty.

New ProSense multi-mode and off-delay timer relays offer the flexible programmability of a multi-function and multi-range time delay relay together with a universal input voltage. The TRM series multi-mode timer relays provide an easy way to select time delay functions and time range options. Available models offer timing functions up to 10,230 hours, with various power supply ratings. The TRS-TD series off-delay timer relay replaces the functionality of bulky, costly and inaccurate pneumatic time-delay relays and does not require a trigger switch or application of continuous input voltage. The onboard power source keeps the logic circuit and relay energized during the off-delay period. Available models provide up to eight selectable timing modes up to 30 minutes.

AutomationDirect has added Quabbin 600V control cable to our extensive selection of cable offerings. These cables are ideal for use in control panels, conduits, and where superior electrical properties are required. The smaller diameter design for this cable reduces cost and the space required inside panels and conduits. This cable is available in shielded and unshielded versions, in sizes from 20AWG to 14AWG, with 2 to 25 conductors. Cable can be ordered cut to length in 1-foot increments with a 20ft minimum starting at $0.33 per foot and is made in the USA.

STAHL safety isolators provide a compact, cost-effective and easy-to-connect way to provide intrinsic safety and galvanic separation between a control system and field devices in a hazardous location. Digital and analog modules are available in single or dual-channel versions; a temperature module is also available. Digital and analog modules are rated for SIL applications and analog modules are HART compatible. The optional pac-BUS system can save cost and wiring time with modular accessories that allow modules to snap onto a DIN rail. These STAHL safety isolators have a 1-year warranty.

SureServo2 servo systems are now available, starting at $810 for a complete servo system, including: motor, drive, I/O breakout module, and cable set. The SureServo2 offering includes high-powered systems (up to 15kW), wide input power options (110VAC or 220VAC in single or three phase), and a host of additional hardware and software features. The absolute 24-bit encoder on every SureServo2 motor provides over 16m ppr. The built-in motion controller now includes routines for registration, electronic camming, rotary shear, flying shear and more. Option cards are available for EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP network connectivity. The FREE (downloadable) setup software now includes four tuning modes with the ability to auto-tune systems with up to 50:1 inertia mismatch, and a built-in oscilloscope for super-exacting insight into system operation for development, troubleshooting and diagnostics.

DEHN DIN-rail mounted surge protective devices set new standards for safety and ease of use. The UL 1449 4th Edition certification for these SPDs make them ideal for use with all common power systems and electrical panel applications in the United States and Canada. The DEHNguard surge protectors are available for use with 1-phase, 3-phase Wye, 3-phase Delta, and 3-phase High-leg Delta electrical systems. The DEHNrail family is ideal for protecting terminal equipment in industrial electronics environments. The DEHNpatch family fulfill requirements for universal Ethernet, industrial Ethernet, Power over Ethernet, and other general applications up to the Gbit range. The DEHNpipe family mounts directly onto a field device, and their corrosion-resistant stainless steel housing makes them ideal for potentially explosive atmospheres, intrinsically safe applications, or for use inside a flameproof enclosure. Replacement protection modules are available for DEHNguard and DEHNrail SPDs. Prices start at $57.00.

AutomationDirect has added more choices to our offering of Murrplastik cable entry systems. The addition of the KDL/D MONO series cable entry system provides the same benefits as the existing KDL/D series in a round frame form. This series allows a cable to be installed through an enclosure or other bulkhead surfaces, with the added benefit that pre-made, terminated cables can be installed without disassembling the connectors. The newly added KDP/X cable entry system allows for a high density of non-terminated cables to be installed through a small area of an enclosure or other bulkhead surfaces.

Newly added safety laser scanners offer an ingenious, cost-effective way to protect an entire area. This can be a static application such as a robot cell or the area surrounding a moving device such as an AGV. They are ideal for providing safe access to potentially dangerous locations or areas. These laser area scanners are configurable and feature a 275-degree viewing window that allows for several user-defined zones of protection. I/O and dust filtering are other options configurable through the unit's GUI. Mounting brackets and replacement windows are available for these scanners. These new Datalogic Safety Laser Scanners have a 3-year warranty.

Our new 1kV ALL-FLEX MTW/THHW heavy-duty flexible power cable from Direct Wire is an extremely flexible large gauge (8AWG to 500MCM) single-conductor industrial cable that is ideal for industrial control panel distribution, VFD power feeds, servo systems and motor leads in non-drive related applications. This cable is also ideal for marine board, uninterruptable power supplies (UPS), transformer wiring, battery chargers, and other non-traditional industrial applications. ALL-FLEX cable can be ordered cut to length in 1-foot increments with a 20ft (smaller gauges) or 10ft. (larger gauges) minimum, starts at $0.54 per foot and is made in the USA. 

StrideLinx 4GG LTE cellular router (SE-SL3011-4GG), priced at $699.00 , is now certified for Verizon networks, offering even more connectivity options. The StrideLinx cloud platform has also been improved with easier navigation, user-defined page layouts, and more data display options to make remote access and monitoring even easier. Mobile App Branding / White Labeling has been added as an optional service and allows users to re-brand the mobile interface with their own corporate identity. Licenses are now purchased on our store and those with renewals start at just $15/month with options to renew monthly, yearly, or on a multiple year schedule for even more savings.

AutomationDirect has added a line of Wenglor dark and shiny object detection photoelectric sensors that use blue light technology to enable them to detect objects that other photoelectric sensors can't or that get detected multiple times erroneously. They come in either a 50x20x50mm or 32x12x16mm body sizes with an M12 or M8 quick-disconnect. These sensors can detect dark and shiny objects up to 400mm away and are IO-Link V1.1 compatible. Also added are four new models to the Wenglor performance line as well as five laser sensors to the discrete distance detection group. These new Wenglor sensors have a 1-year warranty.

ProSense GWR Series liquid level sensors provide low-cost liquid level measurement for industrial applications. These units provide continuous and point-level measurements and have a rugged IP68/IP69K rated 316 stainless steel housing that offers uncompromising protection and long life in harsh industrial environments. The GWR-1600-P probe is best suited for use with water or water-based media, and the GWR-1600-C coaxial tube and probe is optimized for use with oil or oil-based media or clean water or water-based media. The GWR-1600-C can also be used as a probe-only unit without the coaxial tube for water or water-based applications. Probe and coaxial tubes are available from 240mm to 1600mm lengths and can be cut to adapt to specific level applications.