Connections: How Weidmuller LUF 10.00 series interconnects help Dolby suspend your disbelief

Connections: How Weidmuller LUF 10.00 series interconnects help Dolby suspend your disbelief

Now that we can go to movie theaters (sort of) and immerse ourselves in a full sight and sound experience with all the fixins’, the rogue engineer might wonder what it takes to deliver the perfect sound palette as the action unfolds onscreen. The audiophiles amongst us will focus on the sound, but it is the engineer that queries as to how a theater’s sound system delivers a perfect cacophonous symphony for each showing without the proverbial wheels coming off.

Most of us know that speakers vibrate as they emit sound, and the louder and lower sounds they emit in turn vibrate just about everything they can within their zone of influence including their very enclosures. Over time, the sustained barrage of sound vibrations will work fittings loose and wire connectors ajar.

So, how do we ensure critical speaker components stay connected for repeated movie showings? This is the very question Dolby Cinema Technology Engineer, Jerry Sommerfeld put to the engineers at Weidmuller.  Sommerfeld and his team at Dolby were in the process of evaluating connectors for two new high performance loudspeaker series, which require reliable, easy-to-use, and rugged interconnects. Not missing a beat, Weidmuller ultimately recommended their high current, battle tested LUF terminal blocks (part of Weidmuller’s extended OMNIMATE family), which would grant Dolby’s systems years of service.

In a nutshell, the LUF system is a PUSH IN direct-insert connection system where the connections have a “pusher” or lever. Wire ends are simply plugged into the contact point without a fuss. In turn, conductors can be easily removed by pressing the “pusher” or actuating the lever. In comparison to conventional connection systems, the direct-insertion system reduces wiring times by up to 80%. I do not know about you, but I would take an extra 48 minutes on the hour to attend to other tasks whether personal or project related.

To meet Dolby’s reliable connection during periods of heavy use (heavy vibration) requirement, the LUF PCB terminals maintain a securely closed contact point via the “Connection Safety Concept*” - where the conductor is always clamped firmly. This is how the proverbial wheels DO NOT fall off when the action packed movie soundtrack crescendos.

Sommerfeld has the final word on the project, “The balance of rugged mechanical & electrical design, ease-of-use, wire compatibility, and cost made the Weidmuller LUF 10.00 a great fit for our new high-performance System 133 & 136 loudspeakers, which will be sold into venues all over the world.”

Closer to home at URS Electronics headquarters in perpetually sunny Portland, Oregon USA, we oft get the concerned query from our customers about ways to hold wires fast in place on PCB boards. Whether it be the board of a fire alarm panel to a “it was due yesterday” robotics project to the control board of their nightmare inducing Furbie – we whole heartedly endorse the sturdy chomp of Weidmuller’s LUF series and extended OMNIMATE interconnects family to address their needs.

Should your project ever be “hanging by a thread”, in this case by wire, make sure it is fastened with a little bit of LUF.

Checkout more on Weidmuller’s LUF 10.00 here, and the full OMNIMATE family here. In addition, feel free to reach out to your friendly, URS Electronics sales representative by calling (503) 233-5341 or reach out by emailing sales@ursele.com for a LUF of interconnection.

*Connection Safety Concept is a method of connection developed by Weidmuller whereby their terminals shut automatically (and remain so) to prevent connection errors. 

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!)

Single Pair Ethernet a game changer for OEMs

If you are in the industry, at some point in time you have probably heard of the coming of single-pair ethernet. You may have thought, well it has been hear for a while. It could be that the reticence to move away from legacy infrastructure keeps single-pair ethernet in a bleeding-edge limbo of sorts. The fact is, single pair ethernet is here, it is getting better and it can go a long way to meeting the demands your infrastructure requires. 

A brief history of single-pair ethernet

Around 2015 the auto industry begin to rely more heavily on SPE (Single Pair Ethernet) due to it's cost, space, and weight saving properties while being able to transmit data at a fast rate. SPE controls all of the snazzy modern computerized functions that cars now come loaded with without weighing down your conveyance with miles of heavy cabling. 
 

Why SPE for industrial applications?

SPE allows for consistent data transmission at a field level while only using one-pair versus two, four of more pairs. 

The advantages:

• Thinner cables, lower weight, and less space requirements

• Lower cost

• Smaller bending radii and drag chains

• Less bulk material like copper and plastics

For more information on SPE contact your inside sales representative or give us a call at 503-233-5341

URS Electronics offers a wide variety of SPE options form Weidmuller, Belden, Panduit and more.

Get the enclosure you want modified and delivered to your specifications

Consider how much easier it would be to place one order with us, saving your team time and money by leaving the heavy lifting to one of our trusted vendors be it Hammond Mfg., Bud Industries, Weidmuller, or Amerimation. They do the prep time, layout, drilling, tapping, cutting, painting, assembly, and any extra product handling allowing you to focus on the more important aspects of your project.

We have an extensive track record delivering high quality value-added services to numerous OEMs and we are confident we can deliver the best in factory quality modified enclosures to move your project forward.

Check out what our vendors have to offer by following one of the links below:
Hammond Modification Services
Bud Industries Electronic Enclosure Modifications
Weidmuller Modified and Assembled Enclosures

Once you have explored our vendor options and are ready to develop a customized enclosure, call us at (503) 233-5341 or email us and we will assist you.

A sample of custom enclosure setups via Hammond Mfg.

A random, New Year’s walk through our line card.

Automation and DIN Rail 

Weidmuller has your automation and DIN rail needs covered with terminal blocks, circuit breakers, relays (like the TERMSERIES shown above), power supplies, fuse blocks, tools, and more – all looking for their forever homes.

TFI series timing relays in-stock at URS (picture reference above):

7-function relay (part no. 2697250000) - TFI-SERIES, Multifunction timing relay, with separate control input, Number of contacts: 1, CO contact, AgNi, Rated control voltage: 12...240 V UC -10 % / +10 %, Continuous current: 8 A, Screw connection.

On-Delay only relay (part no. 2697280000) - TFI-SERIES, On-delay timing relay, Number of contacts: 1, CO contact, AgNi, Rated control voltage: 24...240 V UC -15 % / +10 %, Continuous current: 8 A, Screw connection.

Value-added

URS can provide your team with a full range of Value-Added Services from custom sets of fully kitted components, custom tool kits, DIN Rail Layout Assembly Drawings (to scale!), and sub-assemblies to fully designed, assembled, and wired DIN Rails or complete control enclosures.

CCTV for extreme conditions

ExSite® Enhanced Explosion Proof Camera System: "From the relentless sub-zero temperatures of Arctic oil pipelines, to the scorching heat of desert drill sites, to the high wind and corrosive elements of ports and offshore rigs, Pelco has engineered a camera line robust enough to operate in the most hazardous environments imaginable." 

Audiovisual solutions

Check out our new Vanco line of products starting with the HDMI-USB Capture (part no. HDCAPT1), which converts an HDMI signal into content that can be recorded and/or streamed.

DIY & Maker Supplies

Get your DIY projects started with breadboards, jumper wires, Arduino and Raspberry Pi SBC's with a wide selection of modules, development boards, and components (resistors, LEDs, capacitors, transistors, ICs - the list goes on).

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

Electronics cleaning

We have a ton of Caig Labs DeoxIT solutions, dusters, lithium grease, screen cleaners, etc. - ALL ready to clean contacts, lubricate faders, and do everything else necessary to keep things functional.

Tools

Contractors take note - we have a large selection of tools in stock at any time, including Klein Tools' 15-in-1 Multi Bit Ratcheting Screwdriver. Crimpers, strippers, drivers, pliers, sheer cutters, and more are all looking for a space in your tool kit. 

Wire & Cabling

Whether it is Cat6, Cat5, plenum, shielded, multiconductor, microphonic, control - we have the wire and cable you need for you project. Shown above is the Belden 8412 2C microphone cable which we will cut by the foot * and pairs well with our Neutrik and Switchcraft XLR connectors. 

*wire cut by the foot is available for select microphone and instrument cable only. 

Switches, Pilot Lamps, and accessories (a poem)

Scratch your pole and throw itches,
With Autonics modular switches;
where each switch (or pilot) lamp whether yellow, red, or green,
can be configured for the job of your dreams.

If theses switches do not fit the bill at hand,
we have numerous options to meet your demands!

*I’ll show myself out.

Weidmuller Wednesdays: Timing Relays + smokin' Crimp & Strip Tool Promos!

WEIDMULLER Timing Relays

We have some new hotness coming in from Weidmuller with two timing relays from their TFI-Series hitting our shelves soon.

Optimized for building and factory automation, these two timing relays will cover most critical applications in industrial environments including compensating for errors in high clock rates.

Here are the details:

7-function relay (part no. 2697250000) - TFI-SERIES, Multifunction timing relay, with separate control input, Number of contacts: 1, CO contact, AgNi, Rated control voltage: 12...240 V UC -10 % / +10 %, Continuous current: 8 A, Screw connection.

On-Delay only relay (part no. 2697280000) - TFI-SERIES, On-delay timing relay, Number of contacts: 1, CO contact, AgNi, Rated control voltage: 24...240 V UC -15 % / +10 %, Continuous current: 8 A, Screw connection.

Reach out to us at 503-233-5341 if you would like to know more about Weidmuller timing relays, or you can email us at sales@ursele.com at your convenience.

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In addition to the time delay relays, we still have a couple of hot Weidmuller tool promos popping off...

The PZ 10 HEX + VT LCL voltage tester kit (part no 2523440000) going for an insane low price of $159. Designed to work with 26-8AWG (0.14-10.0mm²) ferrules, the PZ 10 Hex crimp tool is easy on your hands whilst still making an incredibly secure and reliable connection.

Also ready for it's forever home is the Stripax Ultimate + VT CL voltage tester promo kit going for $59 (part no. 2523420000). The Stripax Ultimate is a self-adjusting wire stripper and cutter that strips 24-10AWG wire like a dream. Unique V-shaped blades lower the hand forced required to strip insulation and makes easy work of wires with tough insulation such as those certified by UL as SIS, THHN and halogen-free.

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!

All our current specials in one place!

All TUESDAY SPECIALS are here for the taking!

Right now we have the following deals in play: #TAKEADVANTAGE

1. Platinum Tools 90188 ezEX Starter Kit - ONLY $99 out the door! (more info)

2. Weidmuller PRO MAX Power Supplies - Exclusive deals on the following part nos. (more info)
1478110000 > $175ea - 120W 24V 5A (more info)
1478130000 > $215ea - 240W 24V 10A (more info)

3. HDMI cable clearance sale on Quest, Philmore, and Steren - up to 80% OFF! (more info)

4. Don't You (Forget About Me) consumables that slip your mind! (more info)
Kester Solder Pocket-Paks® - 25% OFF
Philmore Duster 10oz can - OVER 80% OFF - $3.50ea
Hammond Rack Screws - 30% OFF

5. Get 20% off 22mm and 30mm switches, switch products, pilot lamps, and accessories from the following Autonics lines (while supplies last):

S2PR-P1 series (more info)
S2PR-P3 series (more info)
S2SR-S series (more info)
S2TR-P3 series (more info)
S2ER series (more info)
S3KF-1 series  (more info)
S3PF-P3 series  (more info)
L2RR pilot lamps (more info)
L3RF pilot lamps (more info)
S3SF series (more info)
S2BR series (more info)
*accessories are also 20% off*

6. Two-fer Tuesday Deal! 
A. 20% off all Techflex products in stock including Flexo PET, CCP Clean Cut expandable braid, F6 wrap-able split braid, HK bench hot knife, Flexo wall plate kits, and INN series F6 installation tools.

B. 25% off  Weidmuller PZ 10 Hex Promo Kits  >>> only $150 <<< ($200 list) - part no. 2523440000.  If that price is not enough to wet your whistle, the kit comes with a free VT LCL non-contact voltage detector. PZ 10 Hex data sheet

*Offers valid while supplies last. 

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!

Tuesday Special: Two-fer Tuesday Special: Techflex and Tools from Weidmuller!

We got a Two-fer Tuesday Special!

Right now we have the following deals going live:

A. 20% off all Techflex products in stock including Flexo PET, CCP Clean Cut expandable braid, F6 wrap-able split braid, HK bench hot knife, Flexo wall plate kits, and INN series F6 installation tools.

B. 25% off  Weidmuller PZ 10 Hex Promo Kits  >>> only $150 <<< ($200 list) - part no. 2523440000.  If that price is not enough to wet your whistle, the kit comes with a free VT LCL non-contact voltage detector. PZ 10 Hex data sheet

DON'T FORGET - Previous Tuesday Specials that are still in play:

1. Platinum Tools 90188 ezEX Starter Kit - ONLY $99 out the door! (more info)

2. Weidmuller PRO MAX Power Supplies - Exclusive deals on the following part nos. (more info)
1478110000 > $175ea - 120W 24V 5A (more info)
1478130000 > $215ea - 240W 24V 10A (more info)

3. HDMI cable clearance sale on Quest, Philmore, and Steren - up to 80% OFF! (more info)

4. Don't You (Forget About Me) consumables that slip your mind! (more info)
Kester Solder Pocket-Paks® - 25% OFF
Philmore Duster 10oz can - OVER 80% OFF - $3.50ea
Hammond Rack Screws - 30% OFF

5. Get 20% off 22mm and 30mm switches, switch products, pilot lamps, and accessories from the following Autonics lines (while supplies last):

S2PR-P1 series (more info)
S2PR-P3 series (more info)
S2SR-S series (more info)
S2TR-P3 series (more info)
S2ER series (more info)
S3KF-1 series  (more info)
S3PF-P3 series  (more info)
L2RR pilot lamps (more info)
L3RF pilot lamps (more info)
S3SF series (more info)
S2BR series (more info)
*accessories are also 20% off*

*Offers valid while supplies last. 

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!

"Tuesday Specials" Recap

Recap Hapablap! All TUESDAY SPECIALS are still in play and looking for their forever homes!

Check out this stellar lineup:

1. Platinum Tools 90188 ezEX Starter Kit - ONLY $99 out the door! (more info)

2. Weidmuller PRO MAX Power Supplies - Exclusive deals on the following part nos. (more info)
1478110000 > $175ea - 120W 24V 5A (more info)
1478130000 > $215ea - 240W 24V 10A (more info)

3. HDMI cable clearance sale on Quest, Philmore, and Steren - up to 80% OFF! (more info)

4. Don't You (Forget About Me) consumables that slip your mind! (more info)
Kester Solder Pocket-Paks® - 25% OFF
Philmore Duster 10oz can - OVER 80% OFF - $3.50ea
Hammond Rack Screws - 30% OFF

*Offers valid while supplies last. 

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!

Tuesday Special 2: Weidmuller PRO MAX Power Supply part deux!

Last week we ran our second Tuesday Special on our social media and email channels for select Weidmuller PRO MAX power supplies. The good news in case you missed it, this deal will run while supplies last.

Exclusive deals on the following part nos.
1478110000 > $175ea - 120W 24V 5A (more info)
1478130000 > $215ea - 240W 24V 10A (more info)
*Again, this offer is good while supplies last. 

Claim this special and others (psst we have a Platinum Tools ezEX Starter Kit in the wings) by calling one of our highly knowledgeable sales team members at 503-233-5341, or email us at sales@ursele.com for more information.

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. 

Take care out there!

Let us alleviate some of your "Pain Points" with our Value-Added Services

Of course, you may have come to appreciate our local inventory and knowledgeable staff, but did you know URS can also provide your team with a full range of Value-Added Services? 
 
From custom sets of fully kitted components, custom tool kits, DIN Rail Layout Assembly Drawings (to scale!), and sub-assemblies to fully designed, assembled, and wired DIN Rails or complete control enclosures; our Value-Added service team is ready to assist you.

Allow URS to help remove any pain points you may be experiencing, now more than ever. 

Call us at 503-233-5341 or email us at sales@ursele.com to get your project moving. Take care out there. 

Single Part Number Communications Bracket to customer spec. Ready for direct field installation.

FREE Weidmuller TERMSIRES Relay (seriously!)

Get a Weidmuller TERMSERIES Relay in your hot hands right away!

Relay modules are universal isolating elements for use in electrical automation. There are always different requirements for them because of this versatility.

With the development of the TERMSERIES relay modules and solid-state relays, Weidmuller have used these practical requirements as their highest benchmark.

Benefits of the TERMSERIES relays:

• Miniature Industrial Relays/SSRs for control digital input isolation and actuator drives

• Pluggable 24V - 230VAC/DC relay modules reduce inventory

• High Visability Status Indication

• Two changeover contacts double the function and offer easier operation

• Easy to use jumpers reduce wiring time and costs for all models

• Smart accessories provide clear separation with isolation plates for grouping signals into function or voltages, and to isolate two modules up to 400V

Get your FREE relay sample today!