Clamping Down on your "Ideal" Meter

Wednesday, October 12, 2011 by Holly Lampi
Marshall Wolf Automation, Inc. is proud to carry Ideal clamp meters. From the 760 and 770 TightSight® Ideal Clamp Meter Series to the Clamp-Pro™ 600 Amp 740 Series, Ideal covers your clamp meter needs!   

So what exactly is an Ideal clamp meter you ask? It is an electrical tester that combines a voltmeter with a clamp type current meter. Like the multimeter, the clamp meter has crossed through the analog period and into today's digital world.  Originally created  as a single purpose test tool for electricians, today’s models have incorporated more measurement functions, more accuracy, and in some instruments, some very special measurement features. Today’s clamp meters have most of the basic functions of a Digital Multimeter (DMM), but with the added feature of a current transformer built into the product.

Ideal TightSight meterIdeal's 760 and 770 TightSight® Clamp Meter Series are true RMS clamps designed for a variety of industrial and commercial environments. The unique TightSight® bottom display makes hard-to-reach measurements convenient and the easy-to-read displays feature large numbers and green glowing backlight.

For electricians looking for a reliable and affordable 600A clamp Ideal clamp meter  740 series meter, it’s hard to beat the Clamp-Pro™  600 Amp 740 Series Clamp Meter. The meters feature non-contact voltage, indicator (70V - 600VAC),tapered jaws with hook tip and auto/manual ranging, in addition to various other handy components. 

When choosing a clamp meter it is important to check out all the specifications, including features, functions and overall value as demonstrated by the meter's design.  Choosing the one that best suits your applications is important, which is why we carry the Ideal Clamp Meters! They are the best in the market
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To order or learn more about Ideal clamp meters, visit www.wolfautomation.com or call us at 1-800-325-WOLF.
 

It's Getting Heated!

Wednesday, October 12, 2011 by Holly Lampi

The HeatSeeker® Thermal Imager from Ideal is a groundbreaking thermal imager which brings the benefits of this versatile technology to the professional, the tradesperson and the non-specialist, at a very affordable price.

The Ideal HeatSeeker® can save time and money by instantly and precisely measuring temperatures. What makes Ideal HeatSeeker®  so useful are the dual cursors that immediately locate the hottest and coldest temperatures on a live screen, and the camera's ability to overlay a thermal image on top of a digital image for easy on-the-job decision making.

Ideal Heatseeker Thermal Imager Ideal HeatSeeker® can be applied to a variety of industries in order to help ensure energy efficiency, personal safety, product quality and more. HeatSeeker® comes with ThermalVision™ PC software and all of the cables and accessories you need to make detailed reports for pin-point, on-the-job accuracy.

Less complicated to use than traditional thermal imagers, the handheldIdeal HeatSeeker Thermal Imager HeatSeeker™ was designed to meet the strict standards for performance set by professional electricians, engineers and building inspectors. It is ideal (no pun intended) for electrical safety, energy efficiency, building maintenance and preventative maintenance.

To order or for further information on  Ideal HeatSeeker® Thermal Imagers visit www.wolfautomation.com or call us at 1-800-325-9653.

Start it Up with Carlo Gavazzi!

Wednesday, October 13, 2010 by Holly Lampi
Marshall Wolf Automation, Inc. has your Carlo Gavazzi soft starters! Soft starters reduce torque by controlling the voltage delivered to the motor during startup. Carlo Gavazzi's range of soft starter controllers feature internal bypass relays which eliminate the need for large external heatsinks. This minimizes the space requirements in the panel and also greatly reduces the heat generated.

With the increasing use of geo-thermal energy (power extracted from heat stored in the earth) and the rising cost of energy in HVAC systems in general, the range also includes single and three phase soft starters for scroll compressors in order to minimize the starting current and preventing light flickering. The RHSR series offers three phase soft starts up to 40 HP, the RSHP series offers the same but with user selectable ramp profiles. Finally, the RSHL series offers three phase soft starters up to 15 HP(600 V) with built-in overload.

Visit us today at www.wolfautomation.com for all your soft starter needs! 

Mind Toggling!

Monday, October 11, 2010 by Holly Lampi
Not only is "toggle" fun to say, but it actually makes a handy type of switch!   Over the years, a toggle switch has come to be a collective term for just about any type of electrical control where a handle, lever, or some type of rocking mechanism is used to manage the flow of electrical current. Toggle switches continue to be a popular choice for controlling the flow of electricity from a source to a device because they are easy to operate and can last  many years before requiring replacement. 

Marshall Wolf Automation, Inc. carries the NKK S114/S116 Series of standard size toggles. These standard size toggles come in low, medium, and high capacity models with ratings ranging from 5A to 30A @ 125V AC. They are constructed of high torque bushings and zinc plated steel covers. The 12mm bushing is designed for panel mount applications; mounting hardware is included with each switch.

 

One through four poles with six circuits are available. The varied design of contact mechanisms in these models assures long life. Solder lug, screw lug, and quick connect terminals are available. Contact Marshall Wolf Automation today for your toggle switch needs!  

 

My Cable Glands are Sore!

Monday, October 11, 2010 by Holly Lampi

When I think “cable glands” I think of a television with a sore throat. What the heck do these little but mighty parts do in the land of electronics?Their various functions may surprise you.

Common applications for cable glands include aerospace, cleanroom, fire protection, industrial, marine, panel or enclosure, power or utility, railway, and telecommunications.  They are typically single-cable bulkhead modules that allow barrier penetration while providing sealing and strain relief. 

Marshall Wolf Automation, Inc. relieves cable gland pain with affordable and accessible product lines. Mencom cable glands, also known as cable grips or cord grips, available in metal or plastic and with Metric, PG, or NPT threading. All Mencom cord grips have a wide clamping range. We carry a large selection of adapters that not only allow you to reduce or enlarge hole sizes, but will allow you to change thread types.

We also carry IBOCO’s new cable glands which are  made of Polyamide 6 neoprene seal and are resistant to salt water, ether, gasoline, weak alcohols and alkalis.

Cable glands can be terminated, and easily installed, onto electrical cables and cords that are installed into enclosures, pumps, motors and generators. Contact Marshall Wolf Automation, Inc. today for your cable gland prescription!


Help Your VFD's Live Longer!

Tuesday, August 31, 2010 by Holly Lampi

If you have problems with your existing variable-frequency drives (VFDs), MTE 3-phase line/load reactors may be just the solution!  A line reactor acts as a current-limiting device and filters the waveform (the mathematical representation of a wave) and reduces electrical noise and currents associated with the system. You can install reactors in HVAC equipment, pumping equipment, machine tools, elevators, printing presses, UPS equipment, computer mainframes, robotics equipment, ski lifts, wind generators, electric cars, cranes and many other types of equipment to extend the service life of the VFD and motor.

Keep your variable frequency drives running longer! Marshall Wolf Automation is your source for 3-Phase line/load reactors and other AC drive accessories!




 



Sonic Boom!

Thursday, August 26, 2010 by Holly Lampi
"Ultrasonic", a fancy word with a fancy meaning, after all it's not just sonic, it's "ultra" sonic! Technically ultrasonic is defined as "of or relating to acoustic frequencies above the range audible to the human ear, or above approximately 20,000 hertz." So what does all this have to do with Marshall Wolf Automation? One word - sensors.

Ultrasonic sensors have set new standards in the world of automation and MWA is an industrial automation distributor for all your sensor requirements including photoelectric systems and ultrasonic range sensors.

Ultrasonic sensors are vital to the market by providing a cost effective, sensing method with unparalled properties not seen in other sensing technologies. By using a wide variety of ultrasonic transducers and several different frequency ranges, an ultrasonic sensor can be designed to solve many application problems that are costly or cannot be solved by other sensors.

We are your source for  Baumer, Carlo Gavazzi and Pepperl & Fuchs ultrasonic sensors - engineers are on staff to assist you!

 


Keeping it solid!

Wednesday, August 25, 2010 by Holly Lampi
The world of solid state relays (SSRs) can be pretty overwhelming, and there are many places to go astray ,the good news Marshall Wolf Automation makes it easy!

MWA is an authorized industrial supply distributor for top lines of solid state relays including Carlo Gavazzi and Crouzet! We carry all types of SSR's, including DIN rail mount, hockey puck style (also called chassis mount or industrial), and PC board mount styles.
 
MWA also carries a range of switching types including zero, instant-on, system monitoring, analog, peak and DC! Single through 3-phase in a range of current ratings, we are your supplier for solid state relays!