Whitepapers
Understanding the electrical code to be compliant
A new version of NFPA 79, the main standard governing the electrical safety of industrial machines, drastically changes the compliance picture....
GEARMOTORS: ACHIEVING THE PERFECT MOTOR & GEARBOX MATCH
For electrical and mechanical design engineers in the process of developing applications, choosing a gearmotor can be a tricky and arduous process. Can motors and gearboxes be purchased separately and then matched for an application? Is it better to specify a pre-engineered gearmotor? What are the differences?...
Reducing Linear Bearing Wear
To get the longest working life out of linear bearings, keep them clean and well lubricated. With all the focus on linear motion performance, machine builders often overlook simple, easily implemented design solutions that can extend bearing life by eliminating contamination and lubrication issues. ...
EtherNet/IP and Industrial Ethernet for Factory Automation
This white paper explains how you can use Ethernet technology to meet the connectivity demands in a factory while addressing the real-time performance needs for motion control, using common network architecture....
Specifying High-Performance Cables: The Devil is in the Details
This whitepaper discusses several criteria to consider when specifying high-performance cables, and helpful tips to reduce downtime and avoid failure....
Heat-Shrink Tubing: The Versatile Tools for Maintenance and Repair
Our new whitepaper is an excellent resource for learning about the many uses of heat-shrink tubing, how to pick the right type for your application, and a handy step-by-step guide on proper usage....
To Flex or Not to Flex: That is the Question!
In this whitepaper, we discuss the differences between a flexible cable and one that is designed for constant flexing. We also take a look at why making the simple assumption that a flexible cable will perform in an extreme flexing application could be a costly mistake....
Digital Optocouplers Deliver Low Power Consumption and High Isolation for Automotive Applications
Avago’s new ACE Q100 grade optocouplers, the ACPL-K4xT/K7xT series has signifi cantly lower LED driving current compared to conventional optocouplers, thus lowering system power consumption....
Modes of Failure in Linear motion
There are four factors that can cause a linear bearing to fail. Download our series of white papers and learn how to avoid linear bearing failure and extend the life expectancy of your linear bearings by considering these four critical factors when designing a motion system; managing misalignment, eliminating “hard stops”, speed and acceleration and minimizing contamination through proper lubrication. ...
Replacing Linear Encoders With Magnetostrictive Sensing
In this paper, the reader will learn about magnetostrictive position sensors and some of the advantages over other encoder technologies. For example, magnetostrictive sensors are highly robust for harsh environments, and provide absolute position feedback without ever requiring calibration....
