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STROBOSCOPE
A simple to operate lightweight electronic unit for viewing high speed operations is available. T h e unit pioduces a white flash of extra high intensity for precise T iewing, serving as a maintenance or production tool for analyzing parasitic oscillations, fla~vs,or unwanted distoitions while a machine is operating. One model is a slave type for direct triggering by the machine under obserxation a n d the other is a inanually adjustable type that features a speed range of 60 to 10,000 flashes per minute. Park-Products Engineering Co. 40 1 14,000-P.S.I. MANOMETER
A mercury-filled, precision, vernier reading manometer is available with magnetic sensing head a n d stainless steel tubing for use at static pressures u p to 14,000 p.s.i. T h e unit comes i n t ~ sizes, o 0 to 38 inches a n d 0 to 62 inches, 5500p s i . or 14,000 p.s.i., a n d with vernier reading of 0.005 a n d 0.01 inch. Volume trics 402 CH LOR I N E ANALYZER
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.I unit capable of analyzing a continuous sample of primary settled u-aste for residual content of chlorine a n d of recording the amount in parts per million is available. X platinum electrode assures the accuracy a n d durability of the analyzer. I t can be used where any kind of domestic waterborne a n d most kinds of industrial waterborne wastes pollute the environment. TVallace a n d Tiernan, Inc. 403 SULFUR MONITOR
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T h e unit provides continuous sulfur measurements with automatic correction for variations in density a n d carbon to hydrogen ratios. Other features include freedom from main flow line interference, n o radiation hazard, a n d 3- to 4-year source life. T h e instrument is based on the preferential absorp-
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tion of soft electromagnetic radiation by elements of high atomic number. T h u s , the monitor can be used for the measurenient of any other element of high atomic number in a low atomic number carrier such as chlorine in water. Precision Scientific Development Co. 404 BATCH COUNTER
Model 1z'-160 provides precise counting, batching, mixing, oiblending of liquids when used in conjunction with a turbine flowmeter. Counters are provided on the front panel to count preset quantities a n d the number of total counts. T h e units are all solid state a n d are stable to temperature a n d voltage fluctuations Instruments, Inc. ,405 SIGNAL CONDITIONING UNIT
h unit specifically designed for control of strain gage and thermistor-type transducers is available i n three models. Each model offers control features for balance and calibration a n d provides additional operator convenience in the form of o u t p u t switching arrangements a n d front-mounted monitoring jacks. T h e units are used to control excitation, balance, a n d sensitivity of both strain gage a n d thermistor transducers. Honeywell, Inc. 406 HIGH SPEED IMPACT TESTER
T h e system provides a facility capable of high speed dynamic tests. T h e load capacity of the tester is 250 Ib. at impact speeds of u p to 100 feet per second. T h e sjstem can be used either with or without d n environmental chamber to study the djnamic properties of a wide variety of materials. T h e instrumentation system, when used with a suitable oscilloscope a n d camera, provides a permanent photographic record of load time a n d elongationtime plots, Testing Machines, Inc.
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A small high frequency unit for laboratory experiments and feasibility studies in the upper region of the ultrasonic spectrum is available. T h e Model 125 FF Multisons converts 115 volts a x . to higher voltage
Liquid Chromatography. A 75-page pocket-sized ring-binder booklet that describes and illustrates some of the most widely used automatic equipment in the field of ion exchange chromatography is available, The booklet includes such information as applications, principles of operation, sample preparations, calculations, and a special section devoted to instrument maintenance and troubleshooting. Phoenix Precision Instrument Co. 412
at a frequency of approximately 800,000 C.P.S. It has a n RF o u t p u t of 30 watts a n d drives a 1-inch piezoceramic submersible transducer whose o u t p u t i n a waterlike liquid averages I 8 watts. I t can be used to promote oxidation of benzene, acceleration of dissolution a n d diffusion phenomena, reactivation of platinum- and paladiumLype catalysts, decomposition of chemicals such as acetonitrile, extraction of biological components from cells, a n d breaking or improvement of emulsions. Microsonics Corp. 408 LIQUID HELIUM SENSING PROBE
T h e battery-operated u n i t is suitable for use with liquid helium research Dewars a n d related equipment. T h e stainless steel probe is a high precision solid-state sensor which, when immersed i n liquid helium, changes in resistance a n d registers the change o n the indicator. T h e liquid level reading is taken from the Sulfrian Cryogenics, Inc. 409 TIME DELAY RELAY
Units are available i n three different housings. T h e units feature on-delay or off-delay operation for 115 or 230 volts, 50 or 60 cycles. Delays up to 300 sec. with repeatability t o 2 1 % are available. Ten-ampere contacts have mechanical life of 12 million operations. 410 G. C. Wilson a n d Co. STIRRER-CONTROLLER
T h e Model EDe Unitherm is a low cost liquid thermostating unit that can be used for direct tempering of any liquid in an open container of up to 20-gallons capacity or as a circulating thermostat for circulating liquids a t controlled temperatures through jacketed laboratory instruments such as viscosimeters and refractometers. T h e unit controls the liquid temperature within the range of room temperature to 150" C. with an accuracy of &O.0lo C. PolyScience Corp. 41 1
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Process Control Computer. A 4-page illustrated brochure describes the capabilities of the P-250 unit which is a high speed, low price real-time control system with typical applications in the steel and petrochemical industries. Included are simplified control procedures using Fortran IV and application information. Westinghouse Electric Corp. 413 Environment Chamber Controls. An illustrated catalog is available covering precision, low cost control systems engineered for environmental chambers. The booklet details specific devices for measuring, monitoring, and maintaining temperatures, humidities and dewpoints as well as recorders, programmers, meters, and sensors. Honeywell 414 Strip Chart Recorders. Catalog describes 33 miniature units for current, voltage, power events, pressure, and temperature applications. Included is a section on two-point recording features, self-powered units, and various accessories. Detailed information is given on chart paper and drive motor specifications. Rustrak Instrument Co. 415 Cathode Lamps. Bulletin 7080-A provides descriptive information on cathode material, gas fill, window material, maximum allowable operating current, size, wavelengths, part number, and price for each of over 200 hollow cathode lamps. Beckman Instruments, Inc. 416 Fluidics Test Stand. Bulletin FTS-101 describes a unit that combines into one stand precise regulation and filtering, manifolding, quick connections to components and circuits, and high accuracy pressure read-outs for use to troubleshoot all components and circuitry in the fluidics industry. Fluidlogics Corp. 417
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