Enclosures

TEKO have extended the ‘MINITEKAL’ range of miniature extruded aluminium enclosures with the new IP 65 rated ‘SK’ models which feature moulded end panels instead of pressed aluminium. The new ABS end panels have an attractive contoured profile with a recessed area for fitting connectors, controls, keypads or labels. They also feature an integrated TPU seal which provides the enclosures with an IP 65 protection class.

Integrated Device Technology, Inc. today announced that it has released the industry’s first integrated timing, thermal sensor and fan control solution targeted at PC mobile platforms, digital video recorders (DVRs), set top boxes (STBs), Network Attached Storage (NAS) and enterprise Ethernet switches and routers. The new family of devices reduces bill of materials (BOM) and application footprint to save cost and free-up valuable board space in...

Rittal introduce the 12 m long XL version of its turnkey Data Centre Container (DCC) especially designed for IT applications and targeted at medium-sized companies with a very high demand for computing power, as well as at large corporations or hosting providers

Rittal presents CMC III, the third and completely re-designed generation of their Computer Multi Control monitoring systems with its striking new feature, the change to Controller Area Network buses. Standardised and very robust, these field buses are integrated in the central processing unit and in Rittal's intelligent sensors. Unlike traditional I/O units, the CAN-bus sensors are not individually connected to the central processing unit, but r...

Farnell is continuing to respond to the growing European demand for new designs in small enclosures by extending its range of die-cast aluminium enclosures from Hammond Manufacturing. The additions to the range are from Hammond’s rugged1590 series and are available in a choice of vibrant colours or a natural finish.

Electronics packaging specialist Schroff has launched a new microsite dedicated to Rugged MicroTCA technology. Packed with detailed technical information on this latest PICMG specification, the site provides a useful resource for anyone involved in designing or specifying MicroTCA systems for extreme environments.

The market for most products is truly global these days – so it is that this SNAP-LINE flat swinghandle originally designed for a US requirement is now brought to us by the good folks at FDB Panel Fittings who have spotted its advantages for UK specialist panel builders. This small, low profile swinghandle is ideal for enclosures and control panels where its “no-tools” snap-in fitment and resistance to vibration will be appreciated.

At CCW/HD World 2011, BTX will demonstrate the latest version of its free software solution, which makes it easier than ever for system designers to order and configure the company's professional line of wall plates and panels. BTX is now offering new custom options in addition to standard anodized aluminum wall plates and panels

Cyntech Components, announces a universal junction box for silicon-wafer solar PV modules that can be quickly customised to suit each application. It comes with three surface-mounted bypass diodes as standard but up to six can be installed. There is a choice of soldered or crimpled contacts, and the boxes can accommodate standard ribbon cables or non-ribbon crossing cables. This easy customisation means that only one type of box has to be stocked...

APM HEXSEAL has announced the expansion of its line of high-pressure, high-temperature pushbutton switch sealing boots designed to handle external pressures to 1,500 psi (103bar), and temperatures from -80°F to +400°F (-62°C to +204°C). The external actuator mechanism is armor plated with 300 series stainless steel that protects an internal elastomeric sealing membrane conforming to A-A-59588. Manufactured to stringent specs of MIL-DTL-5423, ...