B&B Electronics Manufacturing Co. Inc. - Product Announcements

This all-in-one control system offers the benefit of a full PLC - all the timers, math and complex functions as most standard PLCs -combined with PID, temperature and process control, on-board I/O, expandability. The iCube is tightly integrated and well suited for small machine applications. Developed programs are easily transferable and scalable between all three iCube models. (read more)

Packaged in a rugged IP30 rated metal panel mount enclosure, ILinx Hardened converters have been put through some of the most demanding compliance tests in the industry. Meeting the requirements of IEC 61850-3 and IEEE 1613, they are suitable for installation in electrical substation applications. (read more)

It's all here! Fieldbus gateway. Protocol conversion. Ethernet gateway. IT-ready data logging. Vlinx Fieldbus Gateway is the one-box solution for protocol conversion, bridging the communication gap between serial-only, fieldbus, and Ethernet devices – unlocking information from PLCs, drives, motion controllers, and more. (read more)

Compact, Affordable USB Isolators now available from B&B Electronics. Protect your equipment from damaging electrical storms, power surges and other high EMI/RFI disturbances. (read more)

Power Management & Distribution Solutions

• Protection for electrical substation control systems

• Wireless connectivity for remote stations

• Link serial I/O, relays and other devices (read more)

B&B Electronics has selected Mean Well brand power supplies for their versatility in size, wattage, voltage, and agency approvals - all modestly priced. Using our product expertise, we choose 'best-of-the-best' components for proven performance and reliability in extreme, harsh conditions. Partnering with Mean Well – we offer you only what we would use ourselves. (read more)

Wi-Fi serial servers, from B&B Electronics, provide easy and reliable Ethernet connectivity to remote serial devices. The Vlinx™ series ESR41xW serial servers can be used to connect any device (RS-232, RS-422, RS-485) to IEEE 802.11b/g networks providing exceptional data security. (read more)

Production was "toast" at a bakery plant. With various pan sizes and quantities, the one-speed, RS-485 conveyor system to coolers and bagging lines often jammed.

The company needed a fast, economical way to smooth out lumps and add intelligent control. Replacement of the costly system was out of the question. (read more)

Challenge

A power generating plant in north central USA uses a mobile platform to convey coal from the railroad delivery point to a storage lot. The coal handling process was monitored and controlled by a wired interface. Because the system moved on rails, the data cable was frequently disconnected from the SCADA system, stalling the operation, and causing costly downtime. (read more)

N-TRON's 500 series is ideal for Ethernet industrial control applications. Management features include VLAN, IGMP Snooping, Port Trunking, QoS, and Mirroring. IGMP and query auto-detect modes are enabled by default. Multiple router support, dynamic router discovery and master/slave redundancy for query detection. Advanced Models feature built-in management and N-View OPC Server Software. (read more)

PoE & PoE/GB switches from B&B Electronics offer a quick, easy, and inexpensive way to power network devices such as IP cameras, wireless access points or other devices in areas where it's physically impossible or cost prohibitive to supply electric power. These rugged switches will withstand the abuse of extreme conditions, including temperatures from -40° to 75°C. (read more)

702-W and 702M12-W Radios bring legendary N-TRON toughness to wireless Ethernet. 802.11a/b/g/n access points offer top throughput & distance, 3 antennas, Multiple-In/Multiple-Out technology, 2,000,000 hour MTBF shock/vibration. 702M12-W has IP67 enclosure, M12 connectors to protect against washdown, dust, outdoors, or temporary immersion (up to 1m/30 minutes). (read more)

At B&B Electronics, product design, customization and manufacturing has been a core service since 1981. Teaming an expert engineering staff with in-house manufacturing, B&B Electronics provides solutions to data communication problems. We've designed and manufactured products for 75 of the Fortune 100, system integrators and start-ups. Call Today! 1-815-433-5100-x 222 (read more)

B&B Electronics' Vlinx VESR Industrial Ethernet Serial Servers allow you to Ethernet enable and take control of your serial devices. If it has a Serial Port, it can be monitored and controlled from anywhere on your Ethernet LAN or WAN. Fiber Ethernet and built in pass-through options available. (read more)

Designed for industry, these fully managed Ethernet Switches have all the standard features you expect plus important enhancements for operating on the factory floor - Redundant Ring Technology for recovery in less than 300ms, Alarm Outputs for System Event Notification, Dual Power Inputs for Reliability. With an IP30 DIN Rail Case and WideTemp versions, they're perfect for any application. (read more)

B&B Electronics' Media Converters allow Ethernet devices with different physical media to communicate with each other. Convert copper to Multi-mode ST/SC, or Single-mode 15/40/80km ST/SC fiber, or convert between fiber optic types. Choose from in-stock combinations – or configure and price your port needs online. We'll build and ship 1 piece or large quantities in days, not weeks. (read more)

Don't let the small size fool you. These RS-232 to RS-422/485 converters pack a powerful punch! The 4WSD9OTB and 4WSD25OTB from B&B Electronics have the same features as our popular DIN rail converters, but have been optimized to save space. 2KV optical isolation, removable terminal blocks, and 10-48 VDC power inputs are just a few of the distinctions that set these converters apart. (read more)

Get the extended range and multi-drop capability of RS-232 or RS-422/485 from your PC's USB port. Up to 3000 VDC optical isolation and 15kV ESD surge protection for PCs and laptops from dangerous surges and spikes on the network. Serial outputs are automatically configured as additional COM ports with Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/Vista. Each converter includes a 1 meter USB cable and driver CD. (read more)

Simplify installation by sending digital/analog inputs/outputs over the air. Why run wire when you can install Zlinx wireless modules? The Zlinx wireless product line from B&B Electronics provides point-to-point communications to replace your wire. With bi-directional flow control, these modular I/O controllers allow full-duplex transmissions to optimize the communication efficiency. (read more)

Connect multiple serial or legacy RS-232 or RS-422/485 devices to your PC or laptop USB port. Get 3000V optical isolation from voltage spikes and group loops. 2 or 4 port versions, USB port powered, USB 1.0/2.0. Plug the converter into a USB port or hub. It automatically configures as additional COM ports in the Windows Device Manager, compatible with Windows applications. (read more)

Simple, compact, port powered TTL Converters from B&B Electronics
Make easy connections between your TTL equipment and RS-232 Ports. These port powered converters are easy to use and install. Use the 232LPTTL for 5V TTL applications or the 232LPTTL33 for 3.3V TTL applications. (read more)

As fuel consumption increases, oil and gas companies are trying to make the supply chain more efficient. A simple application to automate is tank gauging at fuel terminals. Many technicians still inventory tank levels manually. This includes numerous safety processes - and time! The challenge is, equipment must be C1D2. (read more)

Data flow (and other flow) at a wastewater treatment plant was running amuck. Ground loops, rogue currents (and the other currents) were brought back in line using a serial data solution from B&B Electronics featuring 3-way, 2000V optical isolation on input, output, and power. (read more)

• Challenge

Wind Farms are gaining attention as an energy source that needs no fuel, produces no pollution, and is inexhaustible. Wind turbines are linked together for operation and energy monitoring. Wind farms can span large distances and pose unique challenges such as electrical interference, extreme temperatures, dust, moisture, and vibration. (read more)

B&B Electronics' Vlinx MESR Modbus Gateways bridge devices on Modbus serial networks with those on Modbus TCP networks, allowing seamless integration of any Modbus device. Each serial ports is accessible over a LAN or WAN by up to 16 simultaneous Modbus TCP masters. All Vlinx MESR gateways feature auto detecting 10/100BaseT copper and optional fiber optic connections. (read more)