T&M and Monitoring

The U120816 is a very low cost USB data acquisition module which provides eight single-ended 12-bit analogue inputs, 16 digital I/O lines, two programmable pulse-width output channels, and one 16-bit counter channel. Analogue sampling rate is 32 ksamples/s maximum, with up to 13 ksamples/s for all 8 channels.

Schaeffler UK has launched a new online monitoring system, FAG ProCheck, which detects plant or machinery faults early, preventing costly breakdowns, reducing production downtime and improving maintenance planning.

The New Sealed Cell from ATS RheoSystems/REOLOGICA Instruments was designed to be application specific for the measurement of viscoelastic rheological properties (G', G, Tan Delta) of solutions above their boiling point or without loss of any volatile components.

The NEW RheoCapillary from ATS RheoSystems is one of the most technically advanced laboratory capillary rheometers for the determination of the flow behavior of a wide range of materials and the benefits of a twinbore system. The computer controlled instrument offers testing abilities to measure shear viscosity, extensional viscosity, wallslip, melt fracture and rupture with a variety of dies and accessories.

The New NOVA Rheometer from ATS RheoSystems features a unique Net-Zero bias bearing system. This null balance system allows for Nano-Torque and Nano-Strain measurement control and analysis.

National Instruments has announced the release of the NI PXIe-5672, an RF vector signal generator that delivers signal generation from 250 kHz to 2.7 GHz, 20 MHz of instantaneous bandwidth and real-time data streaming at up to 25 MS/s. The NI PXIe-5672 also features a PXI Express interface that makes it possible to stream data from hard disk or PC memory at the full output rate of the instrument. The NI PXIe-5672 is compatible with all NI PXI, PXI Express modular instruments and NI LabVIEW modulation algorithms, making it easy for engineers to develop a complete PXI-based RF record and playback system, as well as broadcast video and general-purpose communication test systems.

The highly successful CWT Ultra Mini range of ac current transducers from Power Electronic Measurements Ltd have been upgraded with improved mechanical features and uprated high frequency performance. The units feature a clip-around Rogowski coil thin enough (maximum cross section only 1.7mm) to ensure that it fits between the legs of a T0220 semiconductor device and also making it easier for use in confined spaces. Six models are available in the range covering sensitivity from 200 to 5.0mV/A with corresponding peak currents of 30 to 1200A. Higher current ranges can be made available on request.

This new series of high performance resistance thermometry bridges is the first on the market available in both AC Bridge and DC measurement formats so offering the ultimate in flexibility. Accurate to within ±0.5mK and able to provide resolution of 0.1mK, the F600 will satisfy even the most demanding users working in the most exacting precision applications.

A VIATOR HART® PC Interface and a configuration application can turn your PC into a powerful windows-based alternative to a handheld configurator.

Inertial Aerosystems announce the availability of a new range of small, hermetically sealed, analogue accelerometer modules. The model 2240 range is packaged in titanium enclosures, sealed by the latest state of the art laser welding. A separate detachable cable is available with an airtight connection. Designed for use in hostile environments, the 7 models in this range have a full scale acceleration of +/- 2g to +/-200g, with a temperature range of-55 to 125 degrees C. These versatile units have high drive, low impedance buffering for measuring acceleration and exceptional low noise.