Industrial Factory Automation

Densitron Display Solutions has introduced a range of Seiko industrial TFT displays, available in 2.4in (6cm), 2.8in, 3.5in, 4.3in and 7.0in, and offers a long-term availability guarantee. The 2.4in, 2.8in and 4.3in displays utilise fringe field switching (FFS) technology to create an extended viewing angle of up to 170deg in both horizontal and vertical directions. The modules also have good contrast ratios (500:1 for 2.4in and 2.8in and 400:1 for 4.3in) and excellent sunlight readability through the use of energy-efficient, ultra-bright backlights of 450cd/sqm, according to the company. Their compact construction of just 3.3mm in thickness makes them suitable for the design of instrumentation and portable applications. A resistive touch-screen version is available for all TFT modules in the range; the 2.4in and 2.8in displays come with optically bonded touch sensors for sunlight conditions. The Seiko TFT displays can be further enhanced through Densitron's Engineering Design Ser...

A range of zero-backlash speed reducers is now available to the UK market, as a result of the recent appointment of Precision Motion (Cofil) as agent for the Japanese manufacturer Kamo Seiko. Available in both co-axial and right-angle configurations, these speed reducers utilise precision ground steel balls as the transmission medium. According to the company, the speed reducers offer zero-backlash; rolling contact, therefore reduced noise; high efficiency; high torque capacity; and excellent accuracy. There is a choice of several input/output options to suit all applications, including a version to allow direct fitting of NEMA 11 to 34 frame motors. In addition, the housing is designed to facilitate the addition of custom-made flanges for special applications. Reduction ratios are available from 5:1 to 1600:1, with rated output torque capacity ranging from 1.6Nm to 98Nm. Precision Motion will also be responsible for sales and technical support for Kamo's range of miniature cam...