Gulf Controls Company, LLC

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Proximity Sensors Ask an Expert Group Overview Group Literature Help Inductive Sensors Inductive proximity sensors are the preferred choice for the majority of applications requiring accurate, non-contact detection of metallic objects in machinery or automation equipment. As a pioneer and market leader, Pepperl+Fuchs offers innovative, high quality inductive sensors to meet the needs of the worldwide automation and process control markets. Our experience, flexibility and customer focus continues to allow us to offer custom designed solutions for the most unique and demanding applications. Standard Inductive Sensor Product features: Smooth or threaded stainless housings Polarity reversal and short-circuit protected LED status indication Connection styles include M8, M12 or terminal connection models Models with PVC, PUR or silicon cable Outputs in 2-, 3-, 4-wire DC, AC, NAMUR, and AS-Interface versions Application Specific Inductive Sensor features: Analog output models with 4-20 mA output signal Integrated speed monitor with up to 100 Hz operation Pressure resistant cylinder sensors for up to 500 bar Sensors approved for gas and dust Ex zones Models with stainless steel sensing face Protective class of up to IP68 IP69k (submersible high pressure water jet resistant) Weld resistant designs with PTFE-coated surface Reduction factor of 1, all metals sensed at same distance Exclusive ferrous and non-ferrous detection models Safety function sensors Extended temperature range: -40 °C up to +250 °C Capacitive Sensors Capacitive sensors can be used to detect metal objects as well as nearly all other materials. These sensors are often used in applications including level, flow control for detection of liquids, grains and powders. Standard Capacitive Sensor Product features: 12, 18 and 30 mm cylindrical styles of stainless steel or plastic housings 5mm thin rectangular and long range 80 mm x 80 mm x 40 mm styles Sensor outputs of 3-wire DC and NAMUR output types Models with hazardous area approvals Magnetic Field Sensors Our magnetic field sensor selection consists of the M12 housing style for traditional magnetic detection applications. Also offered is a non-contact, piston detection sensor for use with steel hydraulic cylinders. These magnetic sensors offer reliable piston magnet detection and are easily mounted, without the need for mounting slots or holes in the cylinder.

MINI-A (78”) cables are specifically designed for control and power distribution for a variety of machines, including motors, heaters, IO devices, and more; with 16 gauge cables carrying up to 600 volts and 18 gauge cables carrying up to 300 volts of electromotive force. MINI-A cables are meant to be used outside of a machine’s cabinets, boasting a water intrusion rating of IEC IP68. The cable range also includes a Tray Cable-Exposed Run TPE with FT4 flame rating, a PVC STOOW, and a Halogen Free PUR, ensuring maximum protection from the elements. “This new cable represents a lot of firsts in growth for Murrelektronik in America, ” said Aaron Henry, Marketing Manager. “This is the first time a Murrelektronik subsidiary is launching a global product, developing the USA based supply chain, and answering the need of our local market to provide a Murrelektronik quality product in the same way as our other products. We are excited about the potential this new MINI line offers for our customers and our employees.” As with other cables within the Murrelektronik family, the MINI-A (78”) cable features couplings with both a knurled ring to allow for finger tightening, as well as a hex nut paired with Murrelektronik’s unique torque wrench used to ensure connectors are tightened to precisely the right degree. The new cables also feature a bright green contact carrier providing a visual indicator that the cables are correctly installed and tightened. Additionally, a molding tray connects to the MINI-A cable allowing users to seamlessly connect to a piece of flexible conduit. Made in the USA and stocked in Atlanta, Ga., the new MINI-A (78”) cable assemblies are c(UL)us Listed and now available worldwide.

The innovative Emparro67 Hybrid is a switch mode power supply with many powerful features. It not only allows you to relocate the power supply from the control cabinet to the field but it also monitors currents using two integrated 24V DC load circuit monitoring channels to ensure system reliability. An IO-Link interface permits extensive and transparent communication. The fully encapsulated, IP67 rated, Emparro67 power supplies have a robust metal housing. They also impress with their 93.8% efficiency rating. But, the most important advantage provided by this power supply is that it allows voltage conversion (from 230V AC to 24V DC) to take place directly at the load keeping power loss to a minimum. This relocation allows smaller cabinets to be used, and, in some applications, it may be possible to get rid of a cabinet all together. The new Emparro67 Hybrid has two integrated MICO channels for electronic current monitoring of two 24V DC load circuits. The two channels can be used to keep an eye on a variety of components including sensors, actuators and fieldbus modules. This allows you to separately monitor the sensor and module voltage as well as the actuator voltage of a connected fieldbus system. This guarantees maximum operational reliability. The two MICO channels can be adjusted to different current values and their tripping process works off of the principle of “as late as possible, as early as necessary.” The Emparro67 Hybrid is equipped with an M12 connection that serves as an IO-Link interface. It allows the unit to communicate as device with a superior IO-Link master making it possible to use the Emparro67 Hybrid in fully networked intelligent applications. This allows tech companies to do things like monitor the device's life span and make use of the predictive maintenance functions as they develop new maintenance models for future machines and systems. To learn more, click on the link below to read the article on Emparro67 Hybrid in Control Design.

Germantown, WI – August, 2016 WAGO offers a wide variety of shielding products to assist in eliminating unwanted electrical noise. Used with WAGO’s new shield clamp that features an exclusive latching spring, 790 Series adjustable busbars provide excellent shield contact and performance. The adjustable carriers are available with heights from 70 to 80 mm. Busbars can be cut to any desired length. Your advantages include: Busbars are pre-connected to the DIN rail adapter – cutting installation time Adjustable T-connectors allow the busbar to be positioned horizontally and vertically Flexible mounting options with carrier on one or both sides and varying heights and orientations Adjustable busbar carriers are also compatible with other WAGO shield accessories offering a one-stop solution that makes any installation quick and easy. About WAGO: Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at WAGO. From our pioneering CAGE CLAMP® spring pressure connection technology to our extensive range of interconnect, interface and automation solutions, such as the fieldbus independent WAGO-IO-SYSTEM, our customers count on the unconditional performance and reliability of our products to ensure the safe, efficient operation of their systems every time. For additional information

Germantown, WI—October, 2016 The new compact 32-channel 40-pin Ribbon Connector Interface offers 24 VDC selectable connections that allow for use with a variety of PLC devices. The compact design utilizes less DIN rail space than leading competitors while still maintaining all necessary and advantageous features, which include: Convenient power supply terminations for sensors Operation voltage of 24 VDC Ambient Operating temperature of -20 °C to 55 °C WAGO’s CAGE CLAMP® spring pressure connection technology The new compact 32-channel 40-pin ribbon connector interface is the latest device that embodies WAGO’s mission to produce quality, innovative products for a myriad of industrial applications.

Germantown, WI –April, 2017 WAGO adds two 4-channel intrinsically safe modules approved for wiring to devices located in hazardous zones 121 and 020. With a compact design, these modules reduce the size of the control cabinet. The 750-539 module is a 4-channel intrinsically safe digital output module that is engineered to operate intrinsically safe solenoid valves. The 750-486 module is a 4-channel intrinsically safe analog input module for monitoring field devices. Each channel on this module can be individually configured for measurement ranges of 0 to 20 mA, 4 to 20 mA, or 3.6 to 21 mA. Both modules offer diagnostics per channel indicating short circuits and wire breaks. Regulated power for these modules is supplied by the WAGO’s 750-606 Ex I 1 Amp power supply module (not included). About WAGO: Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at WAGO. From our pioneering CAGE CLAMP® spring pressure connection technology to our extensive range of Interconnect, Interface and Automation solutions, such as the fieldbus independent WAGO-IO-SYSTEM, our customers count on the unconditional performance and reliability of our products to ensure the safe, efficient operation of their systems every time.

Germantown, WI – December, 2016 New SensorActuator DIN-rail mount terminal blocks save up to 72% space on the rail, as compared to standard feed-through terminals. LEDs, jumpers, and marking are always visible—even when wired --making it easier to terminate and trouble shoot sensors and actuators. With TOPJOB®S sensor terminal blocks, positive and negative potentials can be endlessly expanded using standard jumpers without pole number limitation. Additional advantages include: High signal density with only 3.5 mm width per sensor Endless commoning with standard jumpers-- no limitation Convenient, fast, and cost-effective marking system LED, wiring and marking in plain view for quick statusoverview TOPJOB®S SensorActuator terminal blocks provide the most compact and streamlined wiring of proximity switches, photo electric barrier, actuators, valves and a wide variety of sensor applications. Like the entirety of the TOPJOB®S portfolio, these also come equipped with the fast, vibration-proof and maintenance-free Push-in CAGE CLAMP® connection technology.

Three new screw flange variants expand the flexibility of WAGO’s high-current terminal block (up to 185 mm2 [350 kcmil]) by providing easy and reliable installation onto a mounting plate. The new variants give users of the world’s first high-voltage terminal blocks that are equipped with POWER CAGE CLAMP spring pressure connection technology additional options. WAGO's new high-current terminal blocks can be mounted via two M8 cylinder-head screws. Fixing elements (0285-1179) are also available for use during mounting to align the high-current terminal blocks. The 185 mm2 (350 kcmil) high-current POWER CAGE CLAMP terminal block is designed for a nominal current of 353 A and a rated voltage of 1, 000 VACDC and 1, 500 VDC. These specifications make it ideal for energy-intensive industries, including machinery and equipment manufacturing, as well as energy production. The new terminal blocks with screw flanges come in gray (0285-1161), blue (0285-1164) and gray-yellow (0285-1167) as a functional ground version. Your Advantages with the Screw Flange Variants of WAGO's 185 mm2 High-Current POWER CAGE CLAMP Terminal Block: Directly attach to mounting plates via two M8 cylinder-head screws 353 A; 1, 000 VACDC; 1500 VDC Vibration-proof, maintenance-free spring pressure connection technology

The emitter and receiver on thru-beam sensors are aligned opposite one another. The advantage of this is that the light reaches the receiver directly and long detection ranges and high excess gain can therefore be achieved. These sensors are capable of reliably detecting almost any object. The angle of incidence, surface characteristics, color of the object, etc., are irrelevant and do not influence the functional reliability of the sensor.