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The TMC429 is a miniaturised low cost, high performance, stepper motor controller for up to three motors

The TMC429 is a miniaturised low cost, high performance, stepper motor controller for up to three motors

The TMC429 integrates all real time critical tasks in reliable, dedicated hardware incorporating an integrated motion ramp profile generator as well as an adaptable microstep sequencer with microstep RAM table. Advanced stop- and reference switch handling allows for precise and fast referencing as well as on-the-fly position checking. Automatic motor current control gives high motor dynamics while saving energy and the interrupt output can generate precise position pulses.

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New high-performance lubricant improves service life of roller and conveyor chains

New high-performance lubricant improves service life of roller and conveyor chains

iwis has developed a new lubricant for roller and conveyor chains. Sold under the Elidur brand, the high-performance lubricant was developed especially for Elite chains to replace the current initial lubrication of all standard roller chains up to 32B or ANSI160. Manufacturer's tests have shown that the optimised blend of wear additives improves the service life of Elite roller and conveyor chains by up to 250 percent.

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Motorized Microscope Stage is Driven by High-Accuracy Ceramic Linear Motors

Motorized Microscope Stage is Driven by High-Accuracy Ceramic Linear Motors

PI's new M-687 motorized microscope XY stage system for inverted microscopes is more compact and stable than traditional computer controllable microscope stages, due to its fully integrated, miniaturized ceramic linear drives. The M-687 is delivered as a complete system including a controller, joystick and software.

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Jet Edge Introduces ECO-JET Direct Drive Water Jet Pump

Jet Edge Introduces ECO-JET Direct Drive Water Jet Pump

Water jet manufacturer Jet Edge, Inc. introduces the ECO-JET Waterjet Pump. Eco-friendly and budget-friendly, the 55KSI 30hp ECO-JET features an efficient direct drive pump design that consumes up to 40% less electricity than a 50hp pump, but produces the same output.

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Armacell Insulation Protects WWT Plant From Weather Extremes

Armacell Insulation Protects WWT Plant From Weather Extremes

When Inverness based mechanical and electrical engineers Commissioning Solutions Scotland were appointed to replace failed process pumps for the local waste water treatment facility, careful consideration had to be given to the insulation material used to protect the equipment and process flows from freezing.

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