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DESIGN

TECHNOLOGIES AND TECHNIQUES FOR DESIGN ENGINEERS

ENGINEERING

Rod latch system simplifies
multi-point locking
The new Dirak rod latch kit from
FDB Panel Fittings makes short
work of installing a multi-point
rod lock door closing
mechanism, together with a
standard quarter-turn latch,
offering 2 or 3 point gasket pull-
down for medium to large enclosure doors. The simple clip-and-cam fit
operation suits dual round or flat rods mounted within the gasket sealed
area – or externally. The rod latch mechanism offers a high level of closing
convenience and strength in just one closing process. A full complement of
quarter-turns, rods, rod guides and cams are available with a grounding nut
to ensure earth continuity through the mechanism and door.
MORE INFORMATION: www.fdb.co.uk/rod-latch-system

6-axis force/moment sensor
is precise and versatile

The new piezoelectric
6-component force/moment link,
Type 9306A, from Kistler
Instruments is equally suited to
measuring the forces acting on
electric hand tools, rocket engine
test benches or robotics.
This new sensor delivers precise and direct measurements of three forces
and three moments without calculation at very high resolution even under
the most demanding operating conditions. The use of large-area quartz
discs make for a very rigid sensor with a high natural frequency of 18kHz
and low crosstalk of better than ±3.5% for highly dynamic force and
moment measurements, especially when very small moments and forces
are being measured.
MORE INFORMATION: www.kistler.com

Lubrication-free spherical polymer
components replace metal bearings

Heavy dirt accumulation, dust and swarf
are commonplace for pillow blocks and
fixed flange bearings. Constant lubrication
and maintenance are therefore necessary.
But this does not always have to be the case. Igus has developed
lubrication-free alternatives using spherical components made of the high-
performance plastic iglidur J, which can be fitted in a fabricated housing.
The use of polymers prevents dirt and dust from settling in pillow blocks
and fixed flange bearings.
MORE INFORMATION: www.igus.co.uk/info/n19-igubal-overview

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