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n EMI Filter Guide
n Measurement Sensors
Schaffner, Luterbach, Switzerland, has released
a guide to EMI filter selection. " A Visual
Guide to EMI Filters " provides practical, graphic
examples of how EMI filters can be incorporated
into common use cases. The free downloadable
guide shows typical filter placements
and explains how various suppression filters
can improve performance and aid in compliance
in applications, including medical equipment.
It also offers product recommendations.
https://products.schaffner.com
n Potting
Compound
EpoxySet, Woonsocket,
RI, offers a 1:1 mix,
epoxy potting compound
designed for potting
and encapsulating
electronics as well as motors, coils, transformers,
pumps, amplifiers, switches, and many other
small components. EC-1031M-2, a high dielectric
system, provides electronic insulation
and protection to safeguard even the most sensitive
high-tech circuitry. Formulated to be machinable
with standard cutting tools, it is a medium
viscosity compound that cures to a strong,
tough polymer. With a 3-4 hour work time that
can be cured overnight or faster with mild
heat, this epoxy is capable of potting to thickness
up to about 1 in. It provides low stress and
is good for temperature cycling applications
from -55 to 125 °C.
www.epoxyset.com
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT
USP CLASS
VI EPOXY
WITHSTANDS
REPEATED
STERILIZATIONS
Master Bond EP46HT2Med
is a two-component medical-grade epoxy for
high-performance structural bonding and casting.
It is suitable for applications where resistance to
temperatures from -100°F to +500°F is required
and high mechanical strength and chemical resistance
is needed. http://www.masterbond.com/tds/
ep46ht-2med
Master Bond
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EBE sensors + motion, Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Germany, has released a
sensor system for measuring fill levels. Even media that are difficult to recognize,
such as foam, can be detected or masked out by the sensor where required.
The CorTEC® sensor technology is capable of particularly precise measurements
of a wide range of substances, including powders and other solids,
oils, conductive liquids, cleaning agents, and even highly viscous media such as
honey or pastes. adapted to diverse output signals such as IO-Link, Bluetooth, UART, or PWM.
www.ebe.de/en
n Motion Controllers
Faulhaber, Clearwater, FL, has added a compact motion controller without
housing to its product range. The MC3603 motion controller is ideal for
integration into medical technology applications. With 36 V and 3 A (peak
current 9 A), it covers the power range up to approx. 100 W and is suitable
for DC motors with encoder, brushless drives, or linear motors. The I/O
options and encoder interfaces are the same as the rest of the product family.
USB, RS232, CANopen, and EtherCAT are available for communication.
www.faulhaberusa.com/en
n Bluetooth Data Loggers
CAS Data Loggers, Chesterland, OH, has released a family of compact,
Bluetooth wireless data loggers. The TR4A series adds support for
Bluetooth low energy (BLE) 4.2 wireless communication with a mobile
device along with the new TR43A temperature humidity model to go
along with the other temperature-only models. Features include 15
user- selectable recording intervals from once a second to once an hour,
internal storage for 16,000 readings, and endless or one-time recording
modes. The data loggers include a user-replaceable Li battery.
www.dataloggerinc.com
n Low-Temperature Alloy
Indium Corp., Clinton, NY, has released a bismuth-based alloy developed for
low-temperature reflow processes that require enhanced thermal cycling reliability.
Indalloy®303, also known as Bi+, retains the low reflow temperatures required
for temperature-sensitive processes while enhancing the lifetime reliability of the
solder joint beyond that of traditional low-temperature solders. The Pb-free solution
offers a reflow temperature as low as 170 °C, excellent thermal cycling performance,
resistance to hot tearing, compatibility with SAC in hybrid BGA joints,
and low voiding.
www.indium.com
n Micro Scanners
Micro scanners from Fraunhofer IPMS, Dresden, Germany,
feature large scanning angles and high scanning frequencies,
as well as excellent long-term stability. The scanners'
small size, low weight, and high energy efficiency make them
ideal for medical applications, including include image acquisition
for medical endoscopes, confocal microscopy, fluorescence microscopy, spectroscopy, and
ophthalmology. Evaluation kits are available. The company also provides development of specific
module setups and electronic solutions for controlled, high-precision actuation.
www.ipms.fraunhofer.de/en.html
n Ultraprecision Micromolding
Diversified Plastics, Inc., Minneapolis, MN, now offers ultraprecision
micro injection molding and digital manufacturing of extremely small plastic
parts for a range of markets, including medical devices. The company
specializes in producing highly engineered micromolded parts with intricate
geometries and features that are difficult and expensive to manufacture by
other methods. Parts can be created with wall thicknesses as low as 0.007 in.
(0.18 mm) and holes as small as .004 in. (0.10 mm). Micro-part manufacturing
can maintain dimensional tolerances of ± 0.0002 in. (±0.005 mm). Additional services include
assembly and packaging.
https://divplast.com
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