A pair of Weidmuller promos! TERMSERIES FG Relays and Rockstar® Moduplug

Order $400 or more from Weidmuller's TERMSERIES FG Relay line and they will send you a free Stripax tool!

”Why should I care, let alone spend $400” - Tom, 42 - Beverage Wrangler, Portland Bottling Co.

Well, Tom. Two words, FUNCTIONAL SAFETY! Weidmuller's force-guided relays provide synchronous switching at both contacts ensuring the signaling contact maintains the same switching status in the event of an error. (No simultaneous conditions!)

“Yeah, I still don’t care…”

Tom, I hear what you are saying. What does this all mean to you…so, let my touch on that. I drive by your loading dock every weekday morning around 7:15am. You have been up since the wee hours loading and unloading palette after palette of tasty beverages. I’m in my Subaru blasting some tunes to get pumped for the day, Perhaps, I am sipping some coffee as I pass. I barely notice that your loading doors are open, and I most certainly cannot hear the courtesy honk that all certified, well-seasoned, all-pro forklift surgeons like yourself give as a warning to passersby. I have no way of knowing that a heavy motorized object, lifting another heavy object is moving into my thoroughfare with all the mass and inertia of a rogue black hole. Except! For our sakes, a capacitive sensor is tripped sending a little blast of voltage to a waiting relay that closes a circuit attached to lifesaving safety equipment - light curtains. The light curtains flash on, thus, alerting me that something may be barreling toward me! My head snaps toward the doorway of the now lit loading dock. I have seen the light, and now I see you, Tom! I slow my roll and let you pass. We wave and part as friends. Two lives and hundreds of premium beverages are saved because of the action of a reliable, FG relay, and you, Tom. FUNCTIONAL SAFETY.

“Take my money!”

I will, Tom. See you tomorrow, and maybe we will have a little less drama this time. For my Ted Talk, please see my youtube channel.

Suggested usage for FG Relays: light curtains, interlock and e-stop switches, and other critical safety circuits that require synchronous signaling contact.

MORE INFO on TERMSERIES FG relays.

And now for something (not so) completely different…

Weidmuller's RockStar® ModuPlug sets new standards for modular connector systems. To put it simply, they solve the omnipresent space problem by offering increased functionality over reduced installation space requirements. These features in turn reduce the overall weight and by extension, cost!

Read our full overview here. Grab a FREE sample by clicking HERE (Give me my free sample!)

Two must-have Crouzet products for your automation toolbox

As mentioned a few months prior, URS is now a vendor of Crouzet products. While some of our readers are familiar with Crouzet, we want to circle back around to highlight a couple of products we think are particularly useful.

Crouzet's SYR-Line Universal Digital Timer lives up to its moniker with a wide time range (0.1s to 100-day delay), universal voltage input (12 to 240 VUC), and universal mounting connection. Furthermore, it includes ALL the classic TDR functions with such hits like: OFF-Delay, ON-Delay, and REPEAT-cycle. For anyone in the world of industrial automation, the SYR-Line Universal DT is a must have. 

In addition to the timer, we highly recommend checking out Crouzet's phenomenal Millenium 3 series of logic controllers. To say that it "slices, dices, and purees" would be a gross understatement (despite the humorous pop-culture hyperbole), as the M3 combines monitoring, timing, counting, temperature control, level control, and countless other functions in one easy-to-use logic controller. Besides the astounding array of functions, the other aspect we like about the Millenium 3 is that it sheds the myth that powerful and complex logic controllers must be a pain to program and use. Even better, one can download the M3 software for FREE via the Crouzet website, and start working out logic control functions on a theoretical basis before applying them in the real world.

Crouzet is an independent company manufacturing electromechanic and electronic components providing: Switches and Sensors, Electromechanical Actuators, Electrical Protection Equipments, and Automation Controllers and Relays. For more information on Crouzet logic controllers, time delay relays, and other products, please reach out to your URS representative. No rep, no problem - call us at (503) 233-5341 or email inquires to sales@ursele.com.
 

Weidmuller RockStar® Moduplug "Great performance in the smallest of spaces"

Weidmuller's RockStar® ModuPlug sets new standards for modular connector systems. To put it simply, they solve the omnipresent space problem by offering increased functionality over reduced installation space requirements. These features in turn reduce the overall weight and by extension, cost! 

If you are unfamiliar with the term modular connector system - it is a system consisting of individual modular connectors - each modular connector either an input or output - that connects electrical devices within a network. Sometimes these connector systems have limited space requirements while needing to maintain a large number of connections - picture a maintenance shed loaded with water pumps, relays, temperature controls, gate controls, and other equipment miles from the main pumping station. In this case, the RockStar® ModuPlug is well-suited to work within tight spaces due to its high density of contacts within a smaller form factor compared to the industry standard.

Bottom line: When you have those modules populated then make that final connection in a shed miles from nowhere and all of the machinery whirs ON for a job a well done …you are truly a RockStar®, and the plug is pretty cool too!

Here are some of the ways the RockStar® lives up to its name:

1. The Pitch size is halved thus doubling the number of module spaces and therefore increasing functionality.

2. Power to weight ratio – the 100 A module is available in a “Single Plus 1.5” width which is narrower than the market standard. This allows for more modules over the same space versus the standard size. In addition, there are even smaller frames and enclosure sizes to save additional space and weight.

3. More signals over less space/weight – Higher contact density. The double HD 36 has 36 signal contacts (rated at 250 V), 50% more than the market standard.

And all this with more convenient installation!

In-depth analysis and product information on the RockStar® ModuPlug can be found here.

For more information on Weidmuller products, please contact your inside sales representative or give us a call at 503-233-5341.

URS Electronics Holiday Gift Guide - see what's in-store

You may not know that in addition to being your friendly, Northwest, low-voltage electronics distributor - we also have a well stocked storefront with products that cover a wide-range of applications. (Yes, we are open to walk-in customers while observing local health guidelines) Some are infinitely useful on the jobsite, while others are simply fun.

Here are some ideas to get your holiday cheer on!

Your choice soldering station - only $109

Choose from either the HAKKO FX-888D or the WELLER WE1010NA (or take home both stations...nudge, nudge).

PRO TIP: "A soldering station makes an excellent Christmas gift." - Albert Einstein (probably)

With a soldering station on board the possibilities are endless - for instance you can repair that old Nintendo you just cannot part with because it harkens back to a childhood without the existential dread of a pandemic.

Drop by the store as soon as you have the hankerin’ – and be sure to check out our extensive selection of soldering supplies and accessories – including a myriad of tips for each station.

*Offer is valid until Christmas*

To place an order, Call us at 503-233-5341 or email sales@ursele.com.

Check out what's in stock at www.urseleshop.com

Cool gifts (Clockwise, starting at the left)

Klein Tradesman Pro Magnetic Wristband - $19.00

KLEIN TOOLS, Tradesman Pro magnetic wristband is an absolute must-have for every took kit, work or home. Strong rare earth magnets keep small parts close at hand. May be wrapped around wrist, belt, or tool bag.

Pro Tip: Our operations manager swears by this gizmo. Check out his experience here: Field Test: Klein Tools Tradesman Pro Magnetic Wristband

GripP Wire Stripper Bundle (30-10AWG) - $26.00

TEMPO COMMUNICATIONS, GripP Wire Stripper Bundle; includes PA1117 GripP 10 Wire Stripper/Cutter (24-10 AWG) and PA1118 GripP 20 Wire Stripper/Cutter (30-20 AWG).

Sparkfun RedBoard Artemis ATP - $22.75

SparkFun, RedBoard Artemis ATP Arduino-compatible main board with BLE radio; "All the Pins" version in a Mega-like form. 48 GPIO, 31 PWM channels, 2 UARTs, Qwic connector. Requires USB A to USB C cable, power source (USB, CR2032 coin cell, or 7-15VDC)

Fluke Palm-size CATIII Multimeter - $119.00

FLUKE, Palm-sized digital multimeter with data hold and backlight. 600VAC/DC, 10A AC/DC, AC millivolts to 600mV, resistance, capacitance, diode check and continuity measurement. Includes TL75 test leads, 2x AAA batteries (installed). CAT III 600V.

Vanco HDMI-USB Capture - $39.00

Converts an HDMI signal into content that can be recorded and/or streamed - perfect for virtual learning, meetings, and more. Perfect solution for HDMI sources such as video recorders, webcams, game consoles, mobile devices, etc. Works with open source software for video recording and live streaming such as OBS, VLC, etc.

Raspberry Pi 4 Model B Board, 4 GB RAM - $69.00

SparkFun, Raspberry Pi 4Model B board only; 4GB RAM. Quad Core 1.5GHz CPU, 40 GPIO Pins, 4x USB Ports, 4 Pole Stereo Output, 2x micro HDMI ports, Ethernet, WiFi, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Micro SD Card Slot, PoE. Standard Raspberry Pi B+ layout.

1 GB, 2 GB, and 8 GB RAM Raspberry Pi 4 models also available. For those models, and any of our other exciting gifts please reach out to sales@ursele.com or call one of our experienced sales reps at (503) 233-5341 for further assistance.

Your choice soldering stations

Your choice soldering station deal! $109 each!!!

18% OFF list on Weller WE1010NA Soldering Stations

OR

24% OFF list on Hakko FX888D-29 Soldering Stations

With a soldering station on board the possibilities are endless - for instance you can repair that old Nintendo you just cannot part with because it harkens back to a childhood without the existential dread of a pandemic. 

Drop by the store as soon as you have the hankerin’ – and be sure to check out our extensive selection of soldering supplies and accessories – including a myriad of tips for each station.

Still reading...what are you waiting for? Pick up a station for the shop, your crew, or for little Timmy, Tammy, Rhoda and Horshack at home– offer is valid until Christmas*!

CALL one of our highly knowledgeable sales team members at 503-233-5341, or email us at sales@ursele.com for more information. Visit our main website at www.ursele.com to see past specials and get caught up on the latest news at URS!  

Check out other exciting products we have in stock at www.urseleshop.com

Stay tuned for more specials coming at you every Tuesday from your friendly neighborhood electronics disty, URS Electronics. 

As always, take care out there!

Weidmuller deals extended!

We have extended the following Weidmuller deals through the end of this week (offers valid through 9/18):

25% off list on all Weidmuller push-in terminal blocks we have in stock! – reduces connection times for solid wires and wires with crimped on ferrules by up to 50%.

25% off list for Weidmuller’s Stripax Plus 2.5 – cutter/stripper/crimper – part no. 9020000000 Cutting, stripping and crimping tool, Crimping tool for wire-end ferrules, 0.5mm², 2.5mm², Trapezoidal crimp

CALL one of our highly knowledgeable sales team members at 503-233-5341, or email us at sales@ursele.com for more information. Visit our main website at www.ursele.com to see past specials and get caught up on the latest news at URS!  

Check out what else we have in stock by browsing our B2B shop at www.urseleshop.com

Stay tuned for more specials coming at you every Tuesday from your friendly neighborhood electronics disty, URS Electronics. 

As always, take care out there!