Carlo GavazziIec Contactors and Overloads

Carlo Gavazzi has introduced its new range of IEC contactors, overloads and accessories. The CC series contactors are available in eight frame sizes ranging from 25-900 amps AC1 (up to 600 hp at 480 VAC). Contactors are available with a wide selection of AC and DC coil voltages, choice of screw or lug terminals on larger contactors (50-80 amps), dual coil terminals for easy looping and at least one set of auxiliary contacts. The contactor’s coil is easily changed in case an emergency shipment with a nonstandard voltage is required. New mechanical interlock units for reversing contactor sets also include auxiliary contacts for electrical interlocking.

Matching GT series bimetallic thermal overloads provide class-10 trip protection for motor loads. Standard features include a set of auxiliary contacts, test button and manual or automatic-reset direct mounting or optional mounting bracket. More advanced motor protection is available with the CGE series of electronic (overload) motor-protection relays.

For more information, contact Carlo Gavazzi at 750 Hastings Lane, Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089; phone:(847) 465-6100; fax: (800) 222-2659; e-mail: sales@carlogavazzi.com; or website: www.GavazziOnline.com.

Absolute Fops by Micronor

Micronor Inc. has announced its absolute fiber optic position sensor (FOPS), combining the advantages of fiber optics with a patent-pending optical design. The MR330 Absolute FOPS is intended as a high-end sensor for extreme environments where conventional electrical resolvers or encoders fall short and absolute position needs to be monitored. This product is intended as a complementary absolute encoder to the com-pany’s ZapFree™ MR310 series, introduced in 2004.

Features include:

• Absolute angular measurement from 0° to 360°
• 13-bit (8192-count) resolution
• Immunity to electromagnetic and radio-frequency interference, lightning and ground loops
• Interference-free sensor transmission exceeding 300 m
• Passive sensor meeting ATEX requirements for use in hazardous locations
• Multiple available interfaces: solid state imaging, universal serial bus, serial, Modbus®, analog and digital set points.

For more information, contact Micronor at 750 Mitchell Road, New-bury Park, California 91320; phone:(805) 499-0114; fax: (805) 499-6585; or website: www.micronor.com.