PML50 Harsh Environment Series – Bi-Color PMIs

Best-in-Class Durability & Proprietary FlexVolt™ Technology Enhance Design Possibilities VCC Launches NEW Bi-Color PML50 Harsh Environment PMI Series Designed to deliver reliable & relentless performance; these flex-power, bi-color & water/dust-tight PMIs, are ideal for a wide range of harsh environment applications, including: Automation & controls Industrial Outdoors, maritime, oil & gas High-humidity, sunlight, or rain-exposed environments High-vibration operation Railroad & …

LED Visibility for Indoor- Outdoor Applications

The ability to clearly see your LED lighting circuitry in a variety of applications is critical for communication and production processes in addition to the safety of employees, clientele and members of the public. Visibility challenges are present in both indoor and outdoor applications making it necessary to test and overcome these factors for full circuit optimization and use. Indoor …

How to Design Industrial human-machine interfaces

Get more from what meets the eyeInterfaces in industrial equipment have come a long way from the simple on/off switch. But there is still much more to be explored in order to provide a safer, more productive user experience. Why should more thought go into the design of human-machine interfaces? The benefits speak for themselves: Improved worker safety Enhanced usability …

VCC Launches Vertical Board Mount Light Pipe Series to Complement SMD Technology

Visual Communications Company (VCC), a recognized global leader in the illuminated electronics, announced its new family of SMD LED light pipes, the VBL Series. This 3mm vertical board mount light pipe family is the perfect fit for applications including: IoT Medical Audio/Video Robotics Transportation Systems Entertainment When accuracy counts, the VBL Series is the clear choice for reliable indication. Designed to transport a …

Basic Electrical Parameters for LED Selection

LED usage has increased exponentially over the last few years with no end in sight. Market after market is experiencing an increase in the number of applications that use LED devices over other indicator and lighting options. From increased design flexibility, to their efficient use of power and environmental benefits, LED usage is growing. Below we explore the basic parameters …

Neon Application Information

Lamp ConstructionBasic Principle of Lamp OperationThe basic construction of neon lamps is shown in figure 1. The bulb is made of glass sealed in two areas, the pip and the pinch. In the pinch area, the leads protrude through one end of a glass tube and the glass is heated and pinched about the leads. This holds them in position …