Protection from high-altitude electromagnetic pulse interference.

For control panels and communication equipment and high-current facility power distribution systems.

A range of EMI powerline filters designed to protect sensitive electrical and electronic equipment against High-Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse (HEMP) and conducted Electromagnetic Interference (EMI/RFI) resulting from high-energy electromagnetic events, including nuclear-induced electromagnetic disturbances and lightning-related transients have been introduced by EMIS.

EMIS SMF913 and TMF913HEMP EMI Power Line Filters provide single phase and three phase configurations, and suitable for a wide range of AC and DC facility power applications. With current ratings from 6 A to 3000 A, they are ideal for supporting applications ranging from control panels and communication equipment to high-current facility power distribution systems. The EMIS HEMP filter design features Integrated 80 kA peak surge-current protection (8/20μs) which provides protection against lightning-induced surges and power switching transients.

Standard Performance models provide 100 dB insertion loss from 30 MHz to 18 GHz, followed by 90 dB attenuation up to 40 GHz. Extended-performance models provide 100 dB attenuation from 14 kHz to 40 GHz, offering enhanced protection against both low-frequency conducted interference and high-frequency electromagnetic disturbances. Built-in discharge resistors safely dissipate energy stored in internal capacitors after power is switched off, improving operator safety and reducing maintenance hazards

The EMIS HEMP filters are designed in accordance with the requirements of MIL-STD-188-125-1/2 and MIL-PRF-15733J, supporting HEMP-hardened facility and high-performance EMI/RFI protection applications and tested in accordance with MIL-STD-188-125-1/2 to withstand specified E1 Short Pulse and E2 Intermediate Pulse current injection levels under common-mode and line-to-ground conditions, with E1 residual current limited to ≤10 A and no damage to the filter during E2 testing

EMIS HEMP filters help to prevent equipment malfunction, reduce communication and control errors, minimise system downtime and enhance the reliability and service life of connected equipment.

Applications include:

• EMP Shielded Mobile Shelters: Provides HEMP and EMI protection at power entry points, safeguarding critical electronic and communication in mobile and rapidly deployable facilities.
• EMP Racks: Protects sensitive equipment within EMP-protected racks by suppressing conducted HEMP, EMI/RFI and power-line transients.
• Command and Control Centres: Protects mission-critical communication, surveillance, command, and control systems from HEMP and conducted electromagnetic disturbances, ensuring reliable operation.
• Data Centres: Protect critical servers, networking equipment, UPS systems, and other IT infrastructure against HEMP, EMI/RFI, and power-line disturbances, helping maintain continuous operation.
• Combat / Tracked Vehicles: Protect vehicle power systems against HEMP and EMI, supporting reliable operation of communication, navigation, electronic warfare and other mission-critical electronic equipment.
• Radar Power Supplies: Provides protected and low-noise power to radar systems, minimizing conducted electromagnetic interference and supporting reliable signal processing and operational performance.
• Communication & Electronic Warfare Systems: Protect sensitive communication, surveillance and electronic warfare equipment against conducted HEMP and EMI disturbances on power lines, enhancing system reliability in demanding electromagnetic environments.
• Critical Infrastructure: Protect facility power systems and connected electronic equipment in telecommunications, utilities, transportation, and other mission-critical facilities against HEMP, EMI/RFI, and power-line disturbances, supporting reliable and continuous operation.

EMIS aims to offer an end-to-end solution to meet industry’s ongoing EMI Challenges. With a robust global supply footprint across eight industry segments, EMIS is continuously investing in technology and skills to deliver its promise of efficiency with seamless customer support.

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@proactivefleet #EMIS #PAuto #Electronics

Distributor of the year!

LtoR: Michaela Senior, Sales Director Anglia, Bev McKnight, Distribution Sales Manager EMEA Bourns, Jaqui Fretwell, Sales Director Anglia

Anglia Components has been awarded Regional Distributor of the Year in North Europe 2022 by Bourns, the manufacturer and supplier of electronic components.

John Bowman, Marketing Director of Anglia, said, “We are honoured to receive this award from Bourns, an exceptional manufacturer in the electronic components market. Throughout our 20-year partnership, Anglia and Bourns have shared a commitment to providing exceptional customer service. We look forward to continuing our work together and showcasing their innovations to our customer base.”

The Award crowns a year of significant milestones for both companies, as Bourns celebrated its 75th anniversary, Anglia its 50th anniversary and the two companies marked a successful partnership of 20 years. Last year, Anglia was also recognised as the company’s Highest Performing Distributor, Regional Partner, in North Europe.

Commenting on the award, Bev McKnight, Distribution Sales Manager EMEA at Bourns, said, “Anglia has been integral to Bourns’ success in North Europe. In particular, its exceptional relationships with its customer base have been key to our increased market share in this region. We are delighted to present Anglia this award in recognition of the strength of our long relationship with them and a commitment to continuing the partnership in future.”

@angliaComponent @Bourns @NeeshamPR #Electronics

Multifunction testers.

The MFT-X1 introduces Megger's first generation of platform based, user upgradeable MFTs, to add to the existing Megger MFT1700 range of multifunction testers. Designed and manufactured at their  HQ in the south east of England the unit incorporates a host of new features based on years of customer input.

• Interchangeable Li-Ion batteries • Full colour TFT display modes • Remotely upgradeable firmware • True Loop™ and Confidence meter® • EV charge point testing (RDC/Type B)

The MFT-X1 offers True Loop™, leading loop impedance test with patented Confidence Meter™ technology, full CertSuite™ compatibility - to make certificate generation a breeze - high resolution loop testing, stabilised insulation voltage output, full colour screen and new operator interface are now standard. The user upgradeable operating software ensures the MFT-X1 has the ability to adapt to regulation changes and make it the perfect instrument for fast, reliable, accurate and adaptable testing. 

Intended for use on all low voltage electrical installations including EV charge points and domestic photo-voltaic systems, the range of test capabilities allow for general commissioning of installations and periodic maintenance as well as detailed fault diagnostics.

The instrument will be available early in 2023.

 @MeggerUK #TandM 

Electronic components market upswing in Ireland & Britain but problems between Britain & EU need attention.

The latest audited Britain & Ireland authorised distributor (afdec) statistical data has been released.  

Adam Fletcher, Chairman of the Electronic Components Supply Network (ecsn) welcomed the uptake in Bookings and Billings activity reported by his members in March ’21, as customers realign their order book in-line with extending manufacturer lead-times. Total Monthly Billings (Net Sales Invoiced less Credits) in March ’21 increased by 35% when compared to the previous month and by 11% when compared to the same month 2020.  Overall Bookings (Net Sales Entered) increasing by 38% when compared to February ‘21 and by 59% over the same month last year. The Sales by Month “three month moving average” for all electronic components suggests modest growth into the first half of the year, albeit lower than historical norms due to the current economic situation.

At 1.47:1 the Book-to-Bill (B2B) ratio in March ‘21 remained elevated over the preceding month, driven by the very strong Bookings growth (see graphic) but Fletcher believes that that Q1’21 figures are being skewed by customer order placement activity. He cautioned that “probably around 80% of the growth is merely a reflection of extending manufacturer lead-times and customers’ response to tighter supply”.

Aubrey Dunford, an ecsn Market Analyst comments: “The Book-to-Bill data is very much in line with our expectations given the well-publicised capacity issues in the global electronic components supply network, especially in semiconductors. However, history has taught us that more important is the underlying demand which is more difficult to see.”

The association’s members have seen little improvement in the “vague” forecasting their customers in the combined region (Britain & Ireland) have been able to deliver in the last few years, but in the meantime they continue to manage their inventory investment carefully based on their best estimates of the real underlying customer demand: “Anecdotal indications do point to real underlying growth of circa 10% in the current year but I think it’s unlikely that 2021 will see our members’ performance return to the historical trend of strong Billings growth in the first half of the year”,  said Fletcher .

In conclusion Fletcher added that “Country of Origin” rules continue to pose problems for British companies exporting components from the Britain into the European Union: “Governments must get a grip on this issue or risk seriously disadvantaging authorised distributors who do not have EU based operations to support their customers based outside the UK and vice versa”.

@ECSN_UK #PAuto #Electronics #Brexit

Simplify the mounting of sensors.

Harting has developed a component carrier that can be mounted directly with electronic components allowing previous manual assembly processes to be automated. Flexible circuit boards can also be replaced, increasing precision and reducing assembly costs.

 

The component carrier serves as a connecting element between a printed circuit board (PCB) and electronic components (such as LEDs, ICs, photo–diodes or sensors).

In electrical drives, Hall sensors are used to determine the exact position of the rotor and the electronic components are normally attached manually as wired THT components. A mechanical bracket is also mounted which aligns the sensors at an angle of precisely 90 degrees.

Such manual assemblies are no longer necessary when Harting's component carriers are used because the sensors are automatically mounted onto the component carrier, making an additional component for arranging and aligning the sensors unnecessary.

The component carrier with the position sensors is delivered by Harting in a blister belt packaging (tape & reel) for the automatic SMD assembly process. This component carrier replaces the manual processing steps – thus increasing the reproducibility and reducing the processing costs.

Component carrier solution & traditional solution

@HARTING_Group @mepaxIntPR #PAuto #Electronics 

Component website reconstructed!

Foremost Electronics has just launched its completely rebuilt website. The company represents a number of key manufacturers of components for the electronics industry including MEC, Binder, ELMA, Pentair Schroff and Pentair Hoffman and FCT.

The new website provides visitors with simple navigation around a broad range of widely used electro-mechanical components including switches, connectors, cabinets, enclosures and handles, control knobs, thermal fuses and optoelectronics. Foremost are also a supplier of joysticks and controllers for both OEM and stand-alone applications. Customers are provided with direct access from the new website to specifications and downloadable data sheets from original manufacturer’s sources.

Alan Cook, Managing Director of Foremost Electronics commented; “After twenty five years of effort we have a very well established place in the UK electronic component distribution market and are making inroads into some very specialised new market areas. This has been made possible by knowing our strengths and our place in the market, offering incomparable customer service and having the wholehearted support of fifteen excellent members of staff whose hard work has helped us achieve our goals. Without them we would not be where we are today."

Foremost serve a wide number of diverse markets from industrial, instrumentation, audio/broadcast, rail, medical to education.

Britains electronic engineering event for PCB test and debug

Pickering Interfaces to attend PCB Test Exhibition & Seminar

The dates for the ‘ElectroTestExpo’ consortium's regional PCB test and debug exhibitions in 2013 have been announced.

Now enjoying its fourth consecutive year of free-to-attend events, ElectroTestExpo will commence its unique combination of drop-in tabletop exhibition and seminar on March 26th at the home of Hampshire County Cricket - the prestigious Rose Bowl (aka Ageas Bowl) in Southampton (England - where else!). A second venue for the Home Counties (Counties around London!) event scheduled for September 19th will be announced shortly.

The events will feature a program of short talks by industry experts tackling a range of topics in an easily accessible, relaxed environment. Exhibitors currently include Tektronix, GeoTest, AmFax, JTAG, Aeroflex, National Instruments, MACPanel, Pico Technology, Cimbian, TestWorks and Pickering Interfaces.

Speaking on behalf of the consortium, James Stanbridge commented ’Following another successful year where we met a large number of PCB test and manufacturing professionals, this year we are visiting two new locations and are especially pleased to be making the trip to the south coast. We expect a good attendance from engineers eager to learn about the industry’s latest developments’.

Each venue will include a seminar room that will allow the vendor-appointed speaker to discuss the latest trends in their industry sectors. A schedule for the 30 minute talks will be posted on the event web-site.

Consortium member Gary Clayton says ‘The challenges in today’s test environment
necessitate a more focussed approach than the traditional wide ranging exhibition.
ElectroTestExpo is the event that aims to address the needs of engineers looking to reduce cost and test times but maintain measurement quality. MAC Panel is pleased to support this event.’

The event is open to all electronic engineering professionals, however the organisers
reserve the right of admission to unsuitable applicants.

2000 smart device macros stem from partnership!

2,000 Festo devices macros developed for EPLAN users

Partners Festo and EPLAN are each pushing forwards with the aim of connecting the worlds of configuration in electrical and pneumatic engineering. A data package developed by Festo specially for EPLAN users with over 2,000 smart devices macros now gives extra strength to the mechatronic orbit of the CPX terminal. Users of the EPLAN Platform can use this to simply and easily create overview drawings, electrical and pneumatic circuit diagrams, and PLC overviews.

The new exclusive macro collection of over 2,000 device macros for valve terminals with Festo's CPX electric terminal brings together configurations in electrical and fluid project engineering. The device data is available in six languages and comprises intelligent module configurations that already contain their electrical and fluid engineering connection logic, including function templates. The final type code of the configured Festo valve terminal is the link. It comprises two ID codes, one for the electrical and one for the pneumatic section. The designer can use this ID code to select the most appropriate of the predefined device modules and place it by Drag & Drop, into the electrical or fluid engineering documentation. Users of EPLAN Electric P8 and EPLAN Fluid can use this to quickly create 2D overview drawings, electrical and pneumatic circuit diagrams and PLC overviews. The data can be downloaded from Festo's website at no charge with ease.

Versatile for any field of application
The benefits of guided configuration using Festo's tools are combined with logic-based documentation in EPLAN. Thanks to an individual combination of different functions, the valve terminal's configuration can be matched to the application precisely – wide ranges of application are guaranteed. The Festo CPX terminal is perfect here: electrical and open to all current field bus standards and all customer-specific installation standards. Customers benefit from ease of handling: out of the control cabinet into the plant, network electrics and pneumatics, saving installation effort.

Free download
The macros, available for all CPX terminals (electrical peripheral equipment and field bus nodes) and some MPA valve terminals, contain the following functions and can be used as parts master data in the creation of the parts lists:
• Structural overview with individual module feeds and ordering code
• Circuit diagrams in all-pole representation, terminal diagram and PLC overview
• Overview of control cabinet with type codes and in a scale of 1:1

The data is available for download at no charge as a complete package from www.festo.de/EPLAN and can also be downloaded from the Festo online product catalogue under 2D/3D CAD. Availability through the EPLAN Data Portal is also in preparation.

Common target: user benefit
For some years, Festo and EPLAN have worked together to develop solutions with the aim of making engineering easier for their common customers. For instance, Festo's mechatronic components can be designed and documented simply thanks to the direct connection between EPLAN Fluid and Festo's product catalogue. In addition, the subsidiary Festo Didactic has been distributing the EPLAN Education software for industrial foundation and further training for some years.