10-29-2008

2008 Addendum B to Catalog Vol. 12 Now Available
If you are a current customer or you requested a catalog within the past 18 months, you will automatically receive our Catalog Addendum B with price list update. Look for these new products; Pressure Switches and Transmitters, 6-Inch C-more™ Micro-Graphic Panels, IronHorse™ Worm Gearboxes, Rhino™ DC-to-DC Converters and RUKO Hole Cutting Tools. Also see significant additions to existing product lines including new lengths and AWG sizes of Hookup Wire, a new version of Think & Do™ PC control software, new ranges of AcuAMP™ current sensors, a new series of Hammond Control Transformers, and more fuses with higher current ratings.

There are some product lines for which a price increase is necessary. All new prices are effective October 29, 2008. We continually make every effort to offer you the best value in automation, with quality products, low prices and top-rated service, and we hope you continue to view us as a valued supplier.
For a complete list of price changes, view this EXCEL file.

10-15-2008

CLICK, the small, easy-to-use micro brick PLC with free software
The new CLICK™ family of PLC components offers practical PLC features in a compact yet expandable design, with super easy-to-use FREE programming software. A powered CLICK CPU unit can function as a complete PLC system with eight inputs and six outputs. CPU units start at just $69.00 . For expansion, eleven option modules starting at $33.00 are available for configurations up to 142 I/O. All Click CPUs support 8K steps of program memory and 8K words of data memory. The CLICK user-friendly programming software features 21 practical relay ladder logic and function block instructions supported by extensive online help files. The software is a free download from our Web site. ZIPLink™ pre-wired I/O cables are also available to help eliminate the labor-intensive wiring PLC I/O to terminal blocks. ZIPLink prices start at $16.50 .

10-15-2008

Finger-Safe Power Distribution Blocks & Open-Style Terminal Blocks
The distinctly different styles of Edison short-circuit current rated (SCCR) power distribution blocks and terminal blocks support different application requirements. The finger-safe power distribution blocks are engineered to accept copper conductors and maintain an SCCR rating of 200kA, with proper fusing. These blocks are suitable for both factory and field wiring and are rated from 175A to 760A. Finger-safe blocks start at $8.25 . Edison open-style terminal blocks are engineered to maintain an SCCR rating of 200kA with copper conductors and 10kA for aluminum conductors. Ampere ratings of up to 760A make these blocks ideal for use in UL508A panels for branch circuit applications. The terminal blocks, starting at $6.75 , are available in single, double, and three-pole configurations. Safety covers are also available, starting at $1.50 .

9-17-2008

Full Line of Drill Bits and Hole Cutting Tools
Now from AutomationDirect, a complete line of RUKO cutting tools including step drill bits and jobber length drill bits, machine taps, and knockout punches. The split point step drill bits are available in high-speed steel and titanium nitride-coated high speed steel. Standard jobber length drill bits are also available in high speed steel and titanium nitride-coated high speed steel. Drill bit kits for the both step and jobber bits are available. Coarse and fine thread machine taps are available in nine sizes and the knockout punch hole-cutting tools include a punch, die and draw bolt. Step drill bits are available individually and in a convenient three piece kit and start at $14.75 . Jobber length drill bits, available in packs of 5 or 10 and in 21 or 29 piece kits, start at $4.00 for a 10-pack. Machine tap prices start at $6.50 and knockout punches start at $20.75 .

9-17-2008

High Current Rating Fuses for More Circuit Protection
AutomationDirect has added to its offering of Edison Class RK1, Class RK5, Class J and small dimension fuses for industrial control applications. The Class J dual element time delay fuses and Class RK5 fuses now have additional current ratings from 225 A to 600 A. Class RK1 fuses now offer added 200 A to 600 A sizes. Class J Prices start at $89.00 (per 10 pack), RK5 prices begin at $29.25 (per 10 pack) and RK1 fuses start at $34.25 (per 10 pack). An assortment of fuse blocks has also been added to accommodate 100 A to 600 A applications. Prices for the new fuse blocks start at $25.50 . Also now available are 32mA fast acting, small dimension glass fuses priced at $7.00 (for a 5-pack).

8-13-2008

New Series of Hammond Control Power Transformers
AutomationDirect now offers the PG series of 120x240 / 12x24 VAC HPS Imperator control power transformers as an addition to the existing 240x480 / 120x240 VAC MQMJ Series. Designed to meet industrial applications where electromagnetic devices such as relays, solenoids, etc. are used, they maximize inrush capability and output voltage. These transformers are 50/60 Hertz, 600V class, machine tool rated with VA range from 50 VA up to 1500 VA. They are cUL Listed, CE Mark, and RoHS Compliant. Finger safe terminal covers and primary side fuse kits are available as accessories. Hammond Control Transformers are priced from $30.00 (PH50PG) to $141.00 (PH1000MQMJ).

8-13-2008

Rhino Isolated Multiple Output DC to DC Converter
The FA-DCDC-1 is a DIN-rail or panel mount DC to DC converter with +10, -10, +5, and -5 VDC isolated outputs. The input voltage range is 12-24VDC and the input voltage can be from a regulated source (power supply) or un-regulated source (battery, solar cells). With multiple outputs and 1500V isolation from input to outputs and output to output, the FA-DCDC-1 is designed to handle many types of configuration applications and isolation problems. The FA-DCDC-1 is priced at $59.00 .

7-2-2008

General purpose electrical wire starting at $29.00
AutomationDirect has expanded its line of electrical wire for industrial applications to include 2,500-foot reels for its MTW, TFFN and THHN wire types. Available in sizes ranging from 4 to 18 gauge, and in the most popular colors, 500-ft. spools start at $29.00 and 2,500-ft. reels start at $138.00 . Also now available in sizes from 12-18 AWG is a blue/white stripe style commonly used in DC control wiring.

7-2-2008

View more with 6-inch C-more Micro-Graphic Panels
AutomationDirect's C-more Micro-Graphic HMI line now includes 6-inch text/graphic panels with touch screen displays. The 6-inch panels can be mounted in landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) mode. Optional keypad bezels are also available for either horizontal or vertical panel mounting. C-more 6” micro-graphic panels are equipped with drivers to support all DirectLOGIC protocols as well as Allen-Bradley DF1 Full duplex, Allen-Bradley DF1 Half duplex, Allen-Bradley PLC5 DF1, AB DH485, Omron Host Link, Omron FINS serial, GE SNPX, Mitsubishi Melsec FX, Siemens PPI, and Entivity Modbus RTU. The 6-inch C-more Micro-Graphic panels are priced at $299.00 and the optional keypad bezels are $99.00 .

6-18-2008

IronHorse Worm Gearbox Speed Reducers
AutomationDirect's new IronHorse™ gearboxes are designed for use with C-face electric motors to reduce output speed, increase torque, change drive direction, or to run two loads from one motor Applications include conveyors, packaging machines, rotary tables, etc. The IronHorse gearbox lineup includes right angle worm gearboxes with right-hand output shafts and dual shaft worm gearboxes (both right and left output shafts). Four frame sizes and six gear ratios are offered and mounting bases are also available for ease of installation. IronHorse gearboxes are priced from $130.00 and mounting bases start at $13.00 .

6-4-2008

Think & Do 8.0 advanced PC-based control and HMI
Think & Do™ Version 8.0 is an advanced control platform that lets you develop, deploy and operate high-value automated manufacturing and material handling systems. Think & Do 8.0 integrates flowchart logic, a full-featured HMI package, easy SQL interface and a common database for HMI, logic, motion, vision and PID process control. Along with powerful drawing and animation tools, the new HMI provides real-time and historical trending and alarming. Think & Do 8.0 is priced at $1,895.00 .

6-4-2008

New DirectLOGIC DL205 modules offer protected DC outputs
The 16-point F2-16TD1P and F2-16TD2P DC Output Modules are Electronic Short Circuit Protected (ESCP) and detect missing external 24VDC, open load, over temperature, and over load current faults. Input points are automatically assigned as the fault status indicators. The modules offer either current source or sinking outputs and are priced at $119.00 . These new modules are supported in D2-250-1 and D2-260 CPUs only.

4-30-2008

ProSense Pressure Transmitters and Switches
ProSense™ pressure sensors are designed to monitor system pressure in applications such as hydraulics and pneumatics. PSD series electronic pressure switches, using strain gauge technology, are an ideal alternative to mechanical piston pressure switches. Mechanical adjustment dials rotate quickly to establish the setpoint and resetpoint; the switches detect pressure ranges up to 5800 psi (400 bar).

PTD Series compact pressure and vacuum transmitters provide an analog output for reliable indication of pressures up to 1000 psi and vacuums to -14.5 psi. Pressure transmitter output options include 4 to 20 mA or 0 to 10 Volts and vacuum-style transmitters have 20 to 4 mA or 10 to 0 Volt outputs. PSD pressure switches are priced at $89.00 and PTD pressure transmitters are $125.00 .

4-30-2008

New AcuAMP Current Sensors have input ranges up to 2000 A
AcuAMP™ single phase AC current transducer input ranges are now user-selectable from 2 A to 2000 A. These newest AcuAMP transducers are fixed core and have jumper selectable inputs from 375 amps all the way up to 2000 amps. Output is 4-20ma. Additionally, AcuAMP single phase AC current switches are now available in both N.O. and N.C. output configurations.

AcuAMP high performance current transducers and switches are available in split-core or fixed-core models and offer outstanding features, flexibility and durability. All models carry a five-year warranty. Current transducer prices start at $73.00 and current switch prices begin at $63.00 .

Rhino DC to DC Converters
With four models, the new PSP series of DIN-rail mount DC-to-DC converters accepts a wide range of input voltages from 9.5 to 18VDC and 18 to 75VDC to allow operation from all popular DC supply voltages. By tightly regulating output voltages, these DC/DC converters provide reliable power sources for process controls, factory automation systems and other sensitive equipment in the industrial environment. DC to DC converters are priced from $70.25 .

High Contrast Displays for C-more Micro-Graphic Panels
The 3.1" C-more Micro-Graphic panel line now includes white screen versions for applications where higher screen contrast is required. The new panel models, in both touch and non-touch, feature white and red LED backlights and support 5 selectable backlight colors. In addition to the existing DirectLOGIC PLCs, Modbus RTU and Allen-Bradley DF1 protocols, new communication drivers have been added to support Allen-Bradley DH485, Siemens PPI, and GE SNPX for Micro 90 and VersaMax Micro. C-more Micro-Graphic panel prices start at $149.00 .

We've added 18 gauge wire!
Due to overwhelming demand, AutomationDirect has added 18 gauge MTW and TFFN styles to the new offering of hookup wire, great for panel and instrumentation wiring. Our offering now includes 10 to 18 gauge MTW, 4 to 14 gauge THHN and 16 to 18 gauge TFFN. All styles and sizes are available in a variety of colors. 18 AWG Electrical hook-up / building wire prices start at $29.00 for 500 ft. reels / spools.

Fuse Holders Now Available in Single Packs
AutomationDirect now offers Edison fuse holders in single packs. The CHM and CHCC models feature multiple-pole configurations, finger-safe protection and optional “open-fuse” indication. Multi-phase connections are available for ganging poles. Each fuse holder is 35mm DIN rail-mountable. Class CC fuse holders are UL listed, CSA certified and CE compliant, while the Midget models are UL recognized, CSA certified, CE compliant, and IEC approved. Prices for Edison fuse holders start at $6.75 for a single pack and $56.00 for a twelve pack.

Stride™ Ethernet Switches and Media Converters
AutomationDirect has launched its new line of Stride™ industrial-grade unmanaged Ethernet switches and media converters. Built for industrial environments, the new Ethernet switches are designed specifically for PLC, HMI and drive users. Available are 5-port and 8-port Ethernet switches, 4-port and 8-port Ethernet switches with one 100BaseF fiber port, and an Ethernet to Fiber Media Converter. Stride™ Ethernet switches are priced from $99.00 .

Electrical Hook-Up / Building Wire
AutomationDirect now offers three insulation types of electrical wiring for industrial applications. Type MTW is used in control cabinets, machine tool applications and appliance wiring applications. Type TFFN conductors are primarily used as fixture wire. Type THHN building wire is intended for general purpose industrial applications. Multiple wire sizes and colors are available. Electrical hook-up / building wire prices start at $29.00 for 500 ft. reels / spools.

Foot Switches and LED Pilot Devices
New foot switches, in single and double units, are designed for machines such as shearing and spinning machines, lathes, wrapping machines and riveting machines and presses. Foot switches are available in two operational formats: free movement and foot switch locked in neutral position. Foot switches are priced from $39.00 to $85.00 . The extensive line-up of AutomationDirect pilot devices now includes 24V and 120V LED illuminated 22mm metal pushbuttons, selector switches, and indicators. The 22mm metallic LED pilot lights start at $14.00 .