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female connector, allowing circuit boards to be made smaller, which is key to device miniaturization. Smaller housings also require fewer raw materials, improving efficiency and sustainability. A smaller fan with lower power


consumption is also more likely to suf- fice, given less air is needed to circu- late in the housing. The ix Industrial interface makes sense from an eco- nomic and ecological point of view. Furthermore, it could be a far more reliable alternative to USB connectors on inspection cameras.


New Assembly Solutions New connector technology often


requires cable manufacturers to adapt existing products or develop new cable technologies. Given its early stage, cable manufacturers are optimistic about the opportunities offered by this new Industrial Ethernet interface and their ability to provide plug-and-play assembly solutions with ix Industrial connec- tors to device manufacturers. The industry focus is currently


on automation technology, video and camera technology, visualization in mechanical engineering (e.g. detec- tion, quality assurance, etc.). Compan - ies that manufacture measurement systems all require patch cables to transmit power and data. Also, cables with “mixed” connections, i.e. ix coding at one end and RJ45 coding at the other, need to be offered as the market adopts this new technology.


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other HMI components are precisely crafted from high-grade plastics, metals and carefully calibrated springs. They are engineered like fine watches to achieve reliable, long service lives and to minimize the need for replacement. High-quality switches are expected to have a mechanical life of between 1 to 10 million operations. Environmental protection is


extremely important to maintain such a long service life. Manufac turers like EAO guarantee this by combining pre- cision design with the highest grade materials. Typical switch design con- sists of a lens, front ring, actuator housing, seal, pressure ring, and mounting flange, which are all critical to the actuator’s IP rating. All ele- ments must be precisely engineered so that they lock together tightly around the panel and prevent ingress from the front. Unless otherwise stated, switches are normally only tested for protection from the front. Switch ele- ments are usually unrated. Additional protection of switch


elements is also possible by using accessories. For example, an EAO Series 84 can achieve IP67 at the rear when fitted with rubber plugs. Although switch elements are not sealed, self-cleaning contacts can help them maintain optimal performance if they are ever penetrated by dirt. Self- cleaning contacts slide against each other when making or breaking a cir- cuit, removing contamination to keep contact resistance low. Switches for higher currents use gold-plated silver


The ix Industrial connector can achieve a packing density five times that of a conventional RJ45.


The significant space savings,


compared with their RJ45 counter- parts, opens additional miniaturiza- tion opportunities to device manufac- turers, especially since horizontal, vertical or upright versions of the corresponding housing are also avail- able. Durability, compactness, high data transmission rates, and a dou- ble locking mechanism all speak for the new ix Industrial interface. Contact: HELUKABEL USA,


1201 Wesemann Drive, West Dundee, IL 60118 % 847-930-5118 E-mail: sales@helukabel.com Web: www.helukabel.com r


Environmental Sealing...


or all-silver contacts that resist the effects of arcing. Minor periodic arcing with silver contacts is actually benefi- cial because it keeps contacts free from dirt and corrosion. To address the ergonomic risks


associated with environmentally harsh applications, it is wise to con- sider stainless steel and durable polymer-based products that operate reliably under demanding condi- tions. Where required, control prod- ucts fabricated from these materials offer protection up to IP67, as well as resistance to heat, shock, vibration, and vandalism. Understanding how the NEMA


and IP rating systems work is critical to avoiding danger to people and internal system vulnerabilities. A system is only as strong as its weak- est link. Selection of the correct com- ponent for the application is crucial to avoid failure and costly downtime. Protection ratings are very


helpful for making cost-effective deci- sions when investing in components. Why specify for an HMI device that will resist high-pressure jet washing if it will never be used in dirty envi- ronments? It should be noted that neither system is intended to be a product standard. Product standards may encompass other environmental tests for heat, vibration, etc. Indiv - idual HMI devices will be subject to the end product standard. Contact: EAO Corp., One


Parrott Drive, Shelton, CT 06484 % 203-951-4600 fax: 203-951-4601 E-mail: sales.eus@eao.com Web: www.eao.com r


The ix connectors are currently


available with A-coding for standard Ethernet (four or eight pins, plus two power cables rated at 3A for 50 or 60 VDC), or B-coding for application- specific installation. Both versions are straight. Two 90° angle plug ver- sions, as well as a field-wireable plug with C-coding for standard Ethernet, are planned for later this year.


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