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        <title>What's New at AutomationDirect</title>
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			Product, company, and Web site news from AutomationDirect
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        <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				AC Motor Solid-State Soft Starters 
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				http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/Overview/Catalog/Drives/AC_Motor_Soft_Starters
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            <description><![CDATA[Stellar™ brand SR22 series solid-state soft starters offer a low-cost alternative to motor control and are ideal for applications such as pumps, blowers and conveyors or any applications where traditional across-the-line starting or wye-delta starting is appropriate. Stellar soft starters use thyristors for controlled reduced voltage motor starting and stopping, and then switch to internal contacts for efficient running at rated speed. Stellar soft starters provide smoother control resulting in less torque, less shock, and less electrical and mechanical stress. These soft starters are available in 5A to 40A sizes, have an operating voltage range of 208 to 460 VAC, and are easily configurable. Two DIN-rail mountable frame sizes (45mm and 55mm) are available. Stellar soft starters are priced from $145.00 and have a two-year warranty. Optional cooling fans are available starting at $45.00.]]>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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				New DINnector™ Terminal Blocks Added  
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				http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/Overview/Catalog/Terminal_Blocks
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            <description><![CDATA[New brown terminal blocks in the DINnectors DN-T10 and DN-T12 series have been added along with a new terminal block jumper system on the DN-T10, DN-T12, DN-M10 and DN-D10 series terminal blocks. Screw-type terminal blocks (DINnectors) include standard, single (feed-through), double and triple level terminal blocks, some in up to eight colors. Fused terminal blocks are also available. Screwless terminal blocks are also available that save time and money and offer a quick and easy clamping system that is maintenance free. DINnector terminal block prices start at less than $0.30 each.]]>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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				New C-more TFT Color Operator Interface Touch Panels  
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				http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/Overview/Catalog/Operator_Interfaces/C-more_Touch_Panels/C-more_Touch_Panels_(6_inch_only)
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            <description><![CDATA[Two new lower cost, base and full-featured 6-inch TFT color panels with LED backlights have been added to the C-more touch panel lineup. These panels have a 5.7" QVGA display with 320x240 resolution, 65,536 colors and a 50,000 hour half-life LED backlight. The analog resistive touch screen supports unlimited touch areas. Both panels have two USB ports, serial PLC interface (RS-232/422/485), and 10MB project memory. The base 6-inch C-more TFT color panel is priced at $495.00 . Additional capabilities on the full-feature panel include an Ethernet 10/100 base-T communication port, remote Internet access and data logging. The full-feature 6-inch C-more TFT color panel is $695.00 . Both panels are NEMA 4/4X, IP65 rated and are backed by a two-year warranty.]]>
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            <category>Product News</category>
            <guid isPermaLink="false">2009-10-14-1</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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				2009 Fall Product Overview    
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				http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/Form/User/CatalogRequest
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            <description><![CDATA[With over 1,500 parts launched since April 2009, including the new Productivity3000® Programmable Automation (PAC) Controller, this 480 page short form catalog contains detailed new product descriptions and product line overviews; shipping, warranty and returns information; and the complete price list of all products effective October 14, 2009. Also included is an information guide to online AutomationDirect resources to help you quickly and efficiently choose and use the automation products you need. Along with the Productivity3000 PAC, other new products include I/O wiring cables and data collection software for the 3000; CLICK® PLC CPUs with built-in analog I/O; a complete lineup of NITRA™ pneumatic fittings, valves and cylinders; ZIPport™ junction blocks and panel interface connectors; IronHorse™ gearboxes and additional IronHorse motors; plus many more new, cost effective products. With quality products, low prices and top-rated service we make every effort to offer you the best value in automation and hope you will continue to view us as a valued supplier. The price list is also online at <a href="http://www.automationdirect.com/static/full_pl.pdf">www.automationdirect.com/pricelist</a>]]>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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				Sensor Quick-Disconnect and Patch Cables with LED Indicators    
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				http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/Overview/Catalog/Cables/Sensors_-z-_Switches/Micro_(M12)_Q-z-D_Cables
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            <description><![CDATA[New AutomationDirect M12 molded sensor cables have three LED indicators for power and signal status. LED quick-disconnect cables are available in 2, 5 and 10-meter lengths and have a 5-socket (3 or 4 wires attached) M12 female connector on one end and 3 or 4 wire open leads on the other end to provide fast and easy connection between sensors and terminal connections. A "lock in place" nickel plated brass coupling nut resists high levels of shock and vibration. M12 LED patch cables are available in six lengths ranging from 0.3m to 10m and have M12 connectors at each end (one male and one female with coupling nuts) to connect field devices. These LED sensor cables are designed for use with our position, pressure and temperature sensors (LED indication for DC PNP sensors only). Pricing for the M12 cables with LED indicators starts at $10.75.]]>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 30 Sep 2009 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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				Magnetic Position Switches for NITRA Pneumatic Cylinders
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				http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/Overview/Catalog/Pneumatic_Components/Pneumatic_Cylinder_Position_Switches
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            <description><![CDATA[The NITRA™ CPS series of pneumatic position switches provides an interface between pneumatic actuators and electrical control systems. These switches are designed for use with pneumatic cylinders with magnetic pistons and can be used to provide cylinder position indication, cycle count or to confirm operation. The solid-state switches are available in 3-wire DC, PNP and NPN normally open, and PNP normally closed configurations. Switches are available with either an M8 wiring connector or 2-meter cable with wire leads. Mounting clamps with adapters for round body cylinders are available ranging from 5/16" to 2" cylinder sizes. Cylinder switches start at $18.75 and have a 3-year warranty.]]>
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            <category>Product News</category>
            <guid isPermaLink="false">2009-09-16-1</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 16 Sep 2009 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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				The All-New Productivity3000® Programmable Automation Controller
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				http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/Overview/Catalog/Programmable_Controllers/Productivity3000_(Programmable_Automation_Controller)
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            <description><![CDATA[The Productivity3000 PAC is a compact controller that combines the features and capabilities of a PC-based control system with that of a typical programmable logic controller (PLC). Productivity3000 is a modular, rack-based system of up to 115,000+ I/O points with local, expansion and remote I/O bases and a full lineup of discrete, analog and specialty I/O modules. The high-performance CPU has 50Mb memory, fast scan times and industry leading 7 communication ports. ProductivitySuite programming software has user defined, tag-based programming for descriptive I/O naming. PAC base prices start at $149.00 ; base power supplies start at $190.00, and the powerful P3-550 PAC CPU is $599.00.]]>
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            <guid isPermaLink="false">2009-09-10-1</guid>
            <pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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				Database Data Logging Software for the Productivity3000® PAC
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				http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/Overview/Catalog/Software_Products/PLC_Data_Logging_-z-_Web-based_Monitoring_Software/DataWorx_Ethernet_Data_Logging_Software/DataWorx_P3K_(for_the_P3000_Controller)
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            <description><![CDATA[DataWorx P3K data logger software connects Ethernet-enabled Productivity3000 programmable automation controllers (PACs) to enterprise database systems and provides an easy and cost effective way to collect valuable machine and process control data. DataWorx P3K enables Productivity3000 PACs to connect with any Microsoft Access, SQL or ODBC compatible server and directly perform read or write database operations. The DataWorx P3K software package price to support one Productivity3000 PAC system is $595.00 and support for unlimited Productivity3000 PAC systems is $1,595.00.]]>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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				Productivity3000® Pre-Wired I/O Connection Cables and Modules
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				http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/Overview/Catalog/Programmable_Controllers/Productivity3000_(Programmable_Automation_Controller)/ZipLink_Wiring_Solutions
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            <description><![CDATA[The AutomationDirect ZIPLink wire management system eliminates the normally tedious process of wiring Productivity3000 PAC I/O to terminal blocks. One end of a ZIPLink cable plugs into a PAC I/O module and the other end into a ZIPLink connector module. ZIPLinks use half the space, at a fraction of the total cost of terminal blocks and cut your PAC wiring time from hours down to minutes. For user cost and space savings, many of the Productivity3000 I/O modules do not include terminals for direct connection of I/O. In particular, the high-density 32-pt and 64-pt modules require the use of the ZIPLink cables. Productivity3000 ZIPLink prices start at $18.00 for feedthrough wiring modules and $20.00 for associated PAC connection cables.]]>
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            <pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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            <title>NITRA™ Pneumatic Fittings Line Extension Includes Check, Stop and Manual Hand Valves  </title>
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				http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/Overview/Catalog/Pneumatic_Components/Push-to-Connect_Pneumatic_Fittings_(Thermoplastic)
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            <description><![CDATA[NITRA air pneumatic push-to-connect union valve fittings have tough thermoplastic bodies and stainless steel tube gripping claws. With the hand valve in the closed (off) position, upstream air pressure is blocked while downstream air pressure is vented to atmosphere. Check flow valves allow air flow in one direction and block air flow in the reverse direction. When the downstream pneumatic tube is removed from the stop valve, upstream air pressure is blocked. Check valves and stop valves are sold in packages of 5 and prices start at $26.75. Manual hand valves are sold in 2 packs with prices starting at $12.75.]]>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 2 Sep 2009 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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				New NITRA™ Pneumatic Cylinders in a Wide Range of Bore Sizes and Lengths
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				http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/Overview/Catalog/Pneumatic_Components/Pneumatic_Cylinders_-_A_Series_(SS_Round_Body,_Non-repairable)
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            <description><![CDATA[The NITRA Pneumatics “A” series of non-repairable stainless steel round body cylinders includes bore sizes from 7/16" to 2" and stroke lengths from 1/2" to 18" to meet a broad range of applications. These cost-effective NITRA disposable cylinders reduce installation and maintenance costs and are interchangeable with cylinders from other major manufacturers. The cylinders are constructed with stainless steel bodies and double rolled-in high strength aluminum end caps with full flow ports. Single-acting (spring return) and double-acting models are available and mounting options include nose, pivot and double-end mounting. Cylinder versions in bore sizes from 9/16" to 2" are also available with magnetic pistons for position indication. NITRA pneumatic cylinders have a 3-year warranty and prices start at $9.50.]]>
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            <guid isPermaLink="false">2009-08-19-1</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2009 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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            <title>New 1200 RPM and 3600 RPM IronHorse Motors</title>
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				http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/Overview/Catalog/AC_Motors/IronHorse_(TM)_General_Purpose_Motors
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            <description><![CDATA[In addition to our 1800 RPM motors, the IronHorse® general purpose AC motor line has been extended to include 3-phase 1200 RPM six-pole and 3600 RPM two-pole models. Six new 56C 3600 RPM rolled steel motors are now available, ranging from 0.33 to 2 HP; 13 new T-frame cast iron motors in 3600 and 1200 RPM models are available in sizes from 1 to 10 HP. The existing 1800 RPM motors range from 0.33 to 300 horsepower. These TEFC motors have 5:1 variable torque and 2:1 constant torque ratings and are ideal in applications such as fans, conveyors, pumps and more. IronHorse general purpose motors are available for same-day shipping and are backed by a two-year warranty. IronHorse motor prices start at $70.00.]]>
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            <category>Company News</category>
            <guid isPermaLink="false">2009-08-05-1</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 5 Aug 2009 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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				ProSense™ Motor Control Relays
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				http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/Overview/Catalog/Motor_Controls/Motor_Control_Relays
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            <description><![CDATA[AutomationDirect now offers three types of monitor relays for motor control. These compact relays plug into an industry-standard 8-pin octal socket that can be DIN rail or panel mounted. The phase monitoring relays provide protection against premature equipment failure caused by undervoltage or overvoltage faults on 3-Phase systems. Phase monitoring relays also protect against single phasing. Alternating relays are used for motor load protection in special applications where the optimization of load usage is required by equalizing the run time of two loads. Pump seal failure relays are designed to monitor the shaft seals of submersible pumps for leakage. Single or dual channel seal failure relays are available for monitoring one or two pumps. Motor control relay prices start at $21.00.]]>
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            <guid isPermaLink="false">2009-07-29-1</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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				ZIPport Panel Interface Connectors (PICs)
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				http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/Overview/Catalog/Wiring_Solutions/Panel_Interface_Connectors_(NEMA_-z-_UL_Type_4,_4X,_12_-z-_IP65)
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            <description><![CDATA[ZIPport™ panel interface connectors mount on the outside of electrical control panel boxes and act as pass-through connections, allowing interface with PLCs and other programmable devices without opening the control box. Over 30 configurations are available with single, duplex or GFCI power outlets, as well as a no-power option. Communications connectors available include D-sub, RJ45, RJ12, USB, Ethernet, and Data Highway; and units are available in various combinations needed for the typical control panel. A standard reset 3 Amp circuit breaker limits power output of the unit. ZIPport panel interface connectors are NEMA and UL approved and are RoHS compliant. Prices start at $37.00.]]>
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            <guid isPermaLink="false">2009-07-01-1</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 1 Jul 2009 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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				Flexible Service Cord Now Available
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				http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/Overview/Catalog/Wiring_Solutions/Flexible_Portable_Cord
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            <description><![CDATA[These multi-conductor portable power cables can be used in a variety of industrial environments both indoors and outdoors. Typical applications include wiring for industrial machinery, large appliances, heavy duty tools, motors, mining cable and temporary electrical power and lighting for construction sites. The flexible service cord is available in sizes ranging from 18 to 10 AWG, with two, three or four-conductor configurations. SEOOW type cord has a 600V rating while type SJEOOW cord has a 300V rating. Both are available in 50 and 250-foot lengths. Four-conductor, 8 AWG type W cord with a 2,000V rating is also available, in lengths from 10 to 250 feet. All flexible cord types are UL and CSA approved and RoHS compliant. Prices start at $19.00.]]>
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            <pubDate>Wed, 1 Jul 2009 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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				CLICK PLC CPUs Now Have Built-in Analog I/O
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				http://www.automationdirect.com/adc/Overview/Catalog/Programmable_Controllers/CLICK_Series_PLCs_(Stackable_Micro_Brick)
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            <description><![CDATA[Three new CPUs with built-in analog I/O have been added to the CLICK™ Micro Brick programmable controller line. The new CPUs feature two 0-5 VDC or 4-20 mA analog inputs and two 0-5 VDC or 4-20 mA analog outputs. These CPUs also have four built-in discrete inputs and four discrete sourcing, sinking or relay outputs. The modules include three communication ports (two RS232 and one RS485), real time clock and battery backup for internal SRAM. Four Basic CPU modules are also available having eight discrete DC or AC inputs and six DC or relay outputs. All CLICK CPUs are configured with the easy-to-use programming software, available as a free download. Prices for the analog CPUs start at $129.00.]]>
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            <category>Product News</category>
            <guid isPermaLink="false">2009-05-29-1</guid>
            <pubDate>Wed, 29 May 2009 08:00:00 EST</pubDate>
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