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UPDATE #9

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In this issue:

• Economic new compact I/O modules offer ease-of-use
• Softstarter with integrated I/O offers diagnostic and control capability
• Software bundle helps users to manage processes effectively
• Ethernet processor added to PLC-5 controller family
• Add more flexibility and reliability
• Breakers and contactors ready for export to China
• Getting tough with power integrity
• Broader Terminal Blocks offering allows better solutions
• Data collector for multiple applications suits all users
• New condition-monitoring modules expand predictive maintenance offering
• Fixed-time relay offers low-cost solution
• Greater safety for machine operators
• Extended operator protection for harsh environments
• Miniature proximity sensors are ideal where space is limited
• Flexible, cost effective, closed-loop speed and positional control
• Minotaur MRS300 Modular Monitoring Safety Relays

Mini contactors and relays enhance modular control system range

New miniature components bring significant enhancements to our popular Modular Control System (MCS) product range

The design of the new Bulletin 100-K and 700-K contactors make the Allen-Bradley MCS range more compact, easier to use and incredibly flexible. While the new bi-metallic overload relay, the 193-K, complements the new contactor allowing compact, custom starters to be assembled quickly and easily.

The new mini contactors feature a new snap-in assembly system – allowing many different contactor configurations to be created. A front- pluggable mechanical interlock for AC and DC contactors – that meets IEC60947-5-1 – allows the mounting of auxiliary contacts and suppressors on top, without the need for tools. The new system is rated at 690V, allowing a wide application range. Bifurcated, self-cleaning auxiliary contacts, providing a four-way current path guarantee high contact reliability for low signal levels.

The 100-K and 700-K are also available with a unique push-in termination technology, offering considerable time savings in wiring plus improved long-term connection integrity in high-vibration environments. Modular wiring kits save time in building starter combinations. Both contactors feature wide-range coils and their low coil power consumption allows them to be driven directly from a PLC.

The new 193-K bi-metallic overload relay adds cost-effective motor protection to the new mini-contactor package. Mounting directly onto the contactors, the 193-K is compatible with both AC- and DC-motors and features automatic, manual and remote reset functions. Differential release protects motors in phase-loss as well as overload conditions. The whole contactor/overload relay assembly occupies the smallest possible footprint.

The MCS Mini system is ideal for use in small machines, industrial white goods, HVAC systems, and a myriad of other applications. Wherever users require cost-effective, compact motor control and protection.