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TDK Announces 24V DIN Rail Power Supply Certified to Class II and Class 2 standards

February 25th, 2019

TDK Corporation (TSE 6762) announces the introduction of an 88W rated 24V model to the DRL series of low profile AC-DC DIN rail mount power supplies.  The DRL100-24-1/C2 is certified as a Class 2 power supply, in accordance with NEC (per UL1310), and as a Limited Power Source (per UL 60950 clause 2.5 requirements).  The unit is also has a Class II construction with double insulation for operation without an earth ground connection.  Applications include building automation, security systems, industrial process control, factory automation, and test and measurement equipment.

Learn more at www.us.tdk-lambda.com

TDK Announces 95% Efficient 960W DIN Rail Power Supply has a 1440W Peak Power Capability

February 25th, 2019

 

TDK Corporation (TSE 6762) announces the introduction of a 960W rated model to the DRF series of AC-DC DIN rail mount power supplies.  The high 95% efficiency produces less internal waste heat enabling electrolytic capacitors to run cooler, providing a calculated life of in excess of eleven years with a 75% load at 230Vac input.  The unit can supply a peak load of 1440W (24V 60A) for up to 4 seconds to power capacitive and inductive loads.  Applications include industrial process control, factory automation, and test and measurement equipment.

Learn more at www.us.tdk-lambda.com

PDT Gives Design Center Tour to Barrington High School Robotics Team

December 14th, 2018

Barrington High School students were provided with a unique opportunity to see consumer and industrial product design and development processes thanks to the generosity of PDT, an Astronics Company, located in Lake Zurich, IL.  David Fay and John Morici personally guided the tour of PDT’s state of the art design center, highlighting on-going projects in stages ranging from white board design flows to functional prototyping. In addition, the students were able to ask questions, tour the tooling shop and handle 3D printed prototypes.

PDT and Control Sales are proud to sponsor the students’ robotics team “BHS Bronco Bots”.

Kingsland Coombs, President of Control Sales, Inc., commented, “David Fay, John Morici and the people at PDT provided the students with an example of the highly creative, collaborative processes used by PDT in the design of new technology. The design center’s atmosphere was particularly inspiring to the students who are looking for work environments that support and enhance innovation. On behalf of the students, thank you to David, John and PDT for taking time to mentor the next generation of engineers. The tour was an example of PDT’s commitment to learning and Control Sales is extremely proud to work with PDT.”

The BHS Bronco Bots Robotics Team participates in the FIRST Tech Challenge where more than 5,000 teams from around the world compete head to head on a special playing field with robots they have designed, built, and programmed. They must also raise funds, design a team “brand,” hone teamwork skills, and perform community outreach. In addition to learning valuable STEM and life skills, participants are eligible to apply for $80 million in college scholarships.

PDT’s unique development approach has propelled it into a firm spanning the globe with over 120 dedicated experts. Twice named to Inc. Magazine’s Fastest Growing American Companies, their design and engineering teams are frequently recognized by distinguished industry awards including IDEA, ADEX, and the ID Forty.

Mill-Max Announces New Press-Fit PCB Pins for Plated-Through Holes

November 7th, 2018

Mill-Max Manufacturing Corp., Inc. today announces four new pins specifically designed for press-fit into PCB plated-through holes, providing a secure connection while maintaining plated-through hole integrity and continuity. These new PCB pins incorporate square press-fit geometry and angled vent features making them suitable for solderless press-fit or press-fit and solder PCB termination. Learn more at www.mill-max.com

About Mill-Max
Mill-Max is the leading US manufacturer of machined interconnect components with a vertically integrated manufacturing facility headquartered at 190 Pine Hollow Rd., Oyster Bay, NY 11771. Its full product line includes spring-loaded connectors, SIP, DIP, PGA and BGA sockets, board-to-board interconnects and pin headers, surface mount and custom products, PCB pins and receptacles, solder terminals, wrapost receptacles and terminals. The company’s complete manufacturing facility includes engineering, tooling, primary and secondary machining, stamping, plating, injection molding, and assembly.

About Control Sales, Inc.
Control Sales, Inc. is the premier electromechanical manufacturers’ representative serving Northern Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota and Iowa. Since 1976, our expertise has been providing engineers with design-in solutions through product knowledge, collaboration, customization, and service.  Control Sales offers a comprehensive product line, including world-class brands such as ITT Cannon, Crydom, BEI Sensors, C&K, Mill-Max, Sharp, and TDK Lambda. Our mid to large sized OEM customers in industrial, aerospace, medical, and transportation markets rely on us to help solve design challenges. Control Sales is proud to work closely with leading distributor partners in our territory.

Arrow Chicago Tech Expo 2018

October 31st, 2018

Last week Control Sales, Mill-Max, Sharp Displays and TDK Lambda were proud exhibitors and sponsors at the Arrow Chicago Tech Expo 2018 held in Hoffman Estates, IL.  The Arrow Tech Expo hosted over 25 technical supplier seminars and multiple supplier booths showcasing select product offerings. Event organizers were pleased with customer attendance and valuable supplier seminars and exhibitions.

According to Susan Leager, Director of Distribution at Control Sales, “the 2018 Arrow Technology Expo was an opportunity for us to meet with customers and discuss design challenges.  Product offerings from TDK Lambda, Sharp Displays and Mill-Max were met with great enthusiasm by our booth visitors.  A big thank you to the Arrow Electronics staff for all their hard work to make this year’s Expo a great success.”

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Sharp Microelectronics of the Americas (SMA) is a premier manufacturer of industrial and memory LCDs with a legacy of leading-edge, performance-based products.

Mill-Max manufactures high reliability precision-machined interconnect components.

TDK Lambda is a leader in the design and manufacture of a wide range of AC-DC power supplies and DC-DC converters.

New! Rugged, Solder Cup Spring-Loaded Connectors From Mill-Max

October 12th, 2018

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The new 868 series spring loaded and target connectors feature solder-cups to accommodate wire and cable attachment. With flanged insulators and fastening options, these connectors are ideal for mounting into product housings in docking stations, cable terminations, heavy duty quick connects and panel mount equipment.

Learn more at www.mill-max.com

TDK’s New Single Output 600 to 1200W Power Supplies Have Full MoPPs Isolation, Low Acoustic Noise and PMBus™ Communication

August 31st, 2018

 

 

TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the QS series of single output medical and industrial power supplies, rated at 600 to 1200W.  These configurable models have full MoPPs (Means of Patient Protection) isolation, low acoustic noise and a range of options including a PMBus communication with a high current standby voltage.  With medical and industrial safety certifications, the power supplies are suitable for use in medical, test and measurement, communications and broadcast equipment.

Learn more at www.us.tdk-lambda.com

Mill-Max Now Offers Right Angle Solder Cup Headers

August 31st, 2018

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New 380-10-1XX-10-003000 series right-angle headers are ideal for situations where space is limited and wires cannot be easily manipulated.  These solder cup headers expedite the soldering process and reduce overall assembly height by eliminating the need to bend wires or cables for in-line connections.

Learn more at www.mill-max.com

Are Your Electronics Prepared to Weather the Storm?

August 8th, 2018

 

As we delve into the warm summer months, 2018’s hurricane season is just around the corner and shaping up to be a year with above-average hurricane strength and activity. The environmental effects brought upon by serious weather events can be especially threatening to mechanical and electronic instruments, making it critical to find protective solutions.

For 70 years, APM Hexseal has been providing our customers with reliable, secure sealing solutions for a wide array of fields and industries. Learn more at apmhexseal.com

C&K’s New KSC PF Switch is Compact, Water Resiliant and Potting Friendly

August 8th, 2018

The new KSC PF switch provides designers with a next-generation switch solution that is compact yet resilient to water ingression – and made to be potting friendly.

Features include:

  • Unique combination of a compact form factor (6.2 x 6.2 x 5.2mm)
  • IP67 sealed with life cycles up to 1,000,000
  • SMT soft actuator tactile switch with a potting friendly extended cage, which decreases potting level tolerance, enables faster production and increases quality. Potting is often necessary to ensure complete protection while a sealed switch is in use – but potting levels are typically difficult to control in production. In addition, the traditional method of using a flat switch top risks the possibility of potting moving inward and blocking the actuator. By incorporating an extended cage, this issue is avoided.

Learn more at www.ckswitches.com

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