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ISSUE 14 JULY 2006

6-7CLEANING UPWITH DYSON

11WHICH

MULTIMETERIS FOR YOU?

34WIN AN

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BENCH MAT

ethylene vinyl acetate

surface resistivity >103 <105

610 x 1220 x 1.5mm

EARTH BONDING BRACKETS

connect operators and

other elements of the EPA to ground

3x 10mm studs

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HEEL GROUNDERS

suitable for all flat shoes

conforms to EN100 015/1

BAND & CORD SET

adjustable wrist strap fits all sizes

press-stud/press-stud termination

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TOOLS

WHAT’S THE IP?

WHICH CAMERA IS BEST?

TEA BREAK CHALLENGE

Is summer on its way or has it already gone? Either way on page 8 we have a selection of summer workwear to help keep you cool and safe on site.

To ensure you continue to make the best of your time and money, page 25 has a selection of time and money saving solutions which range from wiring accessories to long lasting fluorescent tubes.

The end user ATEX directive 137 came into force on the 1st of July which will require business to install or replace equipment to ensure the Health & Safety protection of personnel at risk from explosive atmospheres. Make sure you are up to date with the requirement by turning to page 21 and find a selection of the products that are available to help you achieve compliance.

Our cover story is Dyson where we have provided a small insight into the research and developments that go into the products that have turned the cleaning market on its head.

Finally don’t forget to try the Sudoku puzzle on page 34 it’s your opportunity to win a i-Mate Jasjar PDA phone.

If you have any feedback for the Torque team, e-mail us at torque@rs-components.com or go online at rswww.com/torque.

Regards

PETER RUDD

Terms and conditions: Please note we deal with the company only and not the individual. Orders must be equal to, or over, the shown amount to qualify for the free 128MB memory stick and the order value has to be exclusive of VAT and any carriage charges. No cash alternative is available. For orders to qualify, they must be placed between 1st July and 31st July 2006. If goods are returned the gift may be retrieved. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers. Only one free gift can be claimed against one order. Product offers are available while stocks last. This offer is not open to employees of RS Components.

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SATELLITE PRO A100 WIDESCREEN LAPTOPIncredible versatility and flexibility, designed to offer the maximum combination of performance

and price, the Satellite Pro A100 widescreen laptop combines the power and functionality required

by today’s mobile business users.

Intel Celeron M 360 processor 1.4GHz

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40GB hard drive

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613-0999 TOSHIBA SATELLITE PRO A100 WIDESCREEN £449.00

4 USB 2.0 interfaces

lithium-ion battery

stereo speakers

supplied with AC adaptor

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80-PIECE SOCKET SETThis RS set of quality tools features both ¼˝ and 3⁄8”

drive, so you get greater flexibility, at an excellent price.

manufactured from chrome vanadium steel

with a chrome mirror finish

Contents:

¼˝ hex bits and adaptors:

29 assorted bits, 150mm driver/spindle handle

3⁄8˝ Drive:

6mm to 19mm sockets (standard & deep)

150mm & 175mm extension bars

200mm ratchet handle

16mm & 21mm spark plug sockets

universal joint

¼˝ Drive:

4mm to 13mm sockets

50mm extension bar

135mm ratchet handle

universal joint

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DORO 720 DECT CORDLESS TELEPHONE A user-friendly cordless telephone with a host of

features including VIP ring signals so you can choose

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50 position phonebook

clear LCD display

10 redial memories

5 ring tones and ringer off

40 ID caller

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623-9018 ESD KIT £117.37

ESD KITJust a few of our wide range of products specifically designed to ensure the safety of electrostatic sensitive devices, offered at an overall reduction of 10% off normal catalogue price.

514-7586 WAS £13.09 NOW £7.99

POWDER FIRE EXTINGUISHER Compact 0.95kg extinguisher for use in the car or

where space is at a premium. This factory-sealed

model requires minimal maintenance.

suitable for: electrical fires, vehicle fires and fires

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RS 14.4V DRILL/DRIVER Great price for a powerful, durable drill/driver and,

a free drill/driver bit set worth over £20.

robust industrial quality supplied with

2 x 1.9Ah batteries, charger and carry case

13mm chuck, 2 speed with variable torque settings

drilling capacity 13mm (steel), 35mm (wood)

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NOKIA 6270 SIM-FREE MOBILE PHONEA stylish phone packed with features which allow

you to conveniently access your email, favourite

applications, calendar entries or music directly from

the screen on your phone.

quad band

2 megapixel camera

5x digital zoom and integrated LED camera flash

landscape camera mode with full-screen viewfinder

stereo speakers with 3D sound effects

MP3, M4A and AAC

music player

stereo FM with

visual radio

Bluetooth

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494-9088 128MB £6.99494-9094 256MB £10.99494-9101 512MB £16.49504-0233 1GB £21.99537-7175 2GB £44.99

623-3357 M12 PRE-WIRED £25.37623-3363 M18 PRE-WIRED £31.68623-3492 M30 PRE-WIRED £32.43623-3537 M12 CONNECTOR £25.46623-3543 M18 CONNECTOR £32.43623-3571 M30 CONNECTOR £32.43 624-1364 CABLE TIE TOOL £111.00

611-9936 NOKIA 6270 £239.00

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FREE CABLE TIES WORTH OVER £50

CABLE TIE TOOL AND STAINLESS STEEL TIES A powerful tool for tensioning and cutting stainless steel ties up to 12mm wide,

and you get 100 steel ties absolutely free.

hand operated cutting lever

comfortable to use and control

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PNP INDUCTIVE PROXIMITY SENSORSThe choice of 2m pre-wired or M12 plug-in

connector versions in IP67 rated, nickel brass

housings with PBT sensing face.

embeddable

LED indication

-25 to +70°C operation

overload protection

10 to 30Vdc supply

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ETEN G500 PDA/GPSThe perfect combination of style and technology.

As a phone, the G500 supports GSM quad-band

850/900/1800/1900MHz and GPRS standards,

and the GPS receiver delivers exceptional satellite

reception allowing it to support Traffic Message

Channel (TMC) functions in available countries

400MHz, ARM 9 32-bit

RISC processor

2.8˝ TFT LCD display,

65,536 colours

Windows Mobile 5.0

1.3 megapixel camera

(1280 x 960dpi

resolution)

USB and Bluetooth

2.0 interfaces

SMS, MMS, Email,

Instant Messaging

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FREECOM DATABAR 2It has never been so easy to take your data with you.

USB 2.0 allows a data transfer rate of up to

4MB/second, whether you're storing and sharing

spreadsheets, presentations, digital images and text

files - no drivers are required.

2 years manufacturer’s warranty

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497-9922 14.4V DRILL/DRIVER WAS £122.00 NOW £99.50

GERBER MULTI-TOOL& TRIO TORCH

stainless steel construction

cutting, fastening and gripping tools

all tools lock into position for safety

LED torch with 50ft beam

whilst stocks last

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522-4497 MEGAPHONE £49.99

MEGAPHONEWITH FREE BATTERIES

25W megaphone

strong and lightweight with

carrying strap

adjustable volume control

supplied with a free pack of

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LONG LENGTH STEEL TAPE MEASUREIdeal for use in harsh environments,

this tape measure has anti-corrosion

coated inserts and steel, PVC

coated case.

metric and imperial

measurement

30m/100ft

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616-1072 DVD-HR720 DVD RECORDER £159.00

SAMSUNG DVD-HR720 DVD RECORDER The ultimate DVD recorder solution if you have large media libraries

and extensive recording requirements.

records HDD, DVD-R, DVD-RW,

DVD-RAM, VR supported

80GB hard drive

HDMI digital interface

DV input

VCR Plus+ programmable timer

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531-4792 SOCKET SET £29.95

45-PIECE ¼˝ DRIVE SOCKET SETA fantastic value kit manufactured from high quality chrome vanadium

steel and supplied in a handy plastic case with spring actuated locks,

which are also padlockable.

SuperLock sockets offer 15% higher torque transmission

Contents:

quick release ratcheting drive with ergonomic cushion grip

SuperLock sockets: 4 - 14mm

bit sockets: Philips® No.1 & 2, Pozidriv® No.1 & 2, slotted 4, 5, 7mm,

hex 3, 4, 5, 6mm, Torx® T8, 10,15, 20, 25, 30

hex keys: 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 5.5, 6mm (with holder)

spinner and sliding T handle, 150mm flexible extension shaft, universal joint

50 and 100mm extensions

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SACK BARROWMake light work of moving heavy loads. With pneumatic

tyres uneven terrain becomes less of a problem.

strong lightweight construction

350 x 155mm footplate

wheel diameter 270mm

weight 12.5kg

capacity 200kg

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611-4363 SONY CYBER-SHOT T9S DIGITAL CAMERA £259.00472-2546 SONY MEMORYSTICK 512MB £49.00

SONY CYBER-SHOT T9S DIGITAL CAMERA Just the size of a credit card, the amazing Sony Cyber-Shot T9S features a Carl Zeiss lens, high ISO

sensitivity and a 2.5˝ TFT LCD display.

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built-in flash

54MB internal memory

Memory Stick Duo and

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RS supports the research and development of pioneering new domestic appliances at Dyson.

Dyson constantly strive for the perfect blend of

product design and engineering in their products.

This ethos stems from James Dyson, founder of

the global vacuum cleaner giant and his desire to make

everyday products that work properly. He has been a design

engineer for more than 40 years and is passionate about new

technology, innovation and engineering design.

TECHNOLOGICAL BREAKTHROUGHS“Over the last 25 years, the most significant technological breakthroughs have been the personal computer on the design engineer’s desktop, the chip and electronics,” enthuses James Dyson.

He continues: “These advances have changed the face of engineering completely over the last 25 years, not only in terms of how engineering products are now designed, but also in the testing, analysis and evaluation of those products. And yes, the whole digital environment now has changed things too: CAD/CAM, prototyping, 2D, 3D and all that.”

“In terms of electronics, a very large part of our research and development here at Dyson is in this area. Chip design and electronics are driving what we do.”

THE DYSONDIGITAL MOTOR(DDM)James Dyson explains the use of the new technology: “Our new digital motor for example, is run by a chip instead of using mechanical continuous currents through brushes. It’s a switched reluctance motor that has two phases, the phases being switched on and off using a chip. So it can

go much faster, it’s more reliable and you don’t get all those problems associated with mechanical motors such as commutators breaking up and maintenance issues.

“Basically, all the problems you get with ordinary motors go away and you’re left with a much smaller, lighter, faster motor because of the chip. So that’s a good example of how it has changed things..”

The DDM has a power-to-weight ratio equal to that of a Ferrari sports engine! It is the first ultra-high speed switched reluctance motor to incorporate turbocharger aerodynamics and aerospace materials and is up to 3 times faster (and much smaller) than a typical vacuum cleaner motor.

Developed over ten years by a team of engineers, the DDM is the fastest and highest power density motor ever developed for domestic appliances. It will definitely be part of Dyson’s innovations of the future.

Dyson has become one of the most successful UK businesses in recent years. James Dyson combined entrepreneurial flair with dogged persistence to create and develop his innovative business - launched in the UK in 1993.

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENTResearching and developing new products and technology that work better is at the core of the Dyson business and much of Dyson’s success comes from research and development. In 2005 Dyson spent around 15% of its annual turnover on R&D, which equates to around £50 million – a very high figure for the vacuum cleaner market.

One person who has aided Dyson in their commitment to new technology is Neil Phillips. Based at Malmesbury, Neil has been with Dyson for 9 years and manages the Technology Applications team – a small dynamic group that works within the Research, Design & Development Department. The team’s responsibility is to conduct brief analysis of new ideas for products and fresh technologies and assess their relevance for future Dyson products.

The team consists of experienced researchers, who continually explore the laws of physics to see how best to mould them into useful enhancements to the Dyson product family. Ideas can come from both within the team and from colleagues at Dyson - as well as from investigations into university research and commercial developments. Technologies and concepts which receive the green light from the Research Review Panel may go on to be developed into a new product by the New Products Development team. No idea is too large or too strange to be considered, and today, Dyson has almost 1000 patents and patent applications for 150 different inventions.

To put these ideas into practice, the first stage is constructing a prototype, and for this, Dyson needs a supplier of reliable parts.

RS has been a key supplier, providing parts to Research, Design & Development departments since the beginning. The RS parts support Dyson’s R&D activities on several levels – from supplying the building blocks of new technologies, to providing technical support and maximising the performance of sub-components.

With a team of over 420 engineers, scientists and industrial designers, Dyson are innovating continually to develop new technology for the home - and RS will continue to provide top quality parts and service to help Dyson achieve their mission.

For more information on the Dyson range, visit www.dyson.co.uk Interview with James Dyson courtesy of Eureka magazine 25th anniversary issue

THE TEAM CONSISTS

OF EXPERIENCED

RESEARCHERS, WHO

CONTINUALLY EXPLORE

THE LAWS OF PHYSICS

TO SEE HOW BEST TO

MOULD THEM INTO USEFUL

ENHANCEMENTS TO THE

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YELLOW REFLECTIVE WAISTCOATS

100% polyester waistcoats with reflective strips

generous size to fit over other garments

Velcro fastening

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inner ABS liner with foam cushioning

6 ventilation holes for cooling

fully adjustable for a perfect fit

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COMBAT TROUSERSolive polyester and cotton material

waist adjusters

2 back pockets

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COTTON T SHIRTSCool and comfortable during the warm weather,

ideal for general everyday use.

286-2052 MEDIUM £9.95563-157 LARGE £9.95286-2068 XLARGE £9.95286-2074 XXLARGE £9.95

350-1663 NAVY £8.99350-1679 RED £8.99350-1685 BLACK £8.99350-1708 BLUE £8.99350-1714 GREEN £8.99

538-6860 GREEN £4.80538-6876 YELLOW £4.80

489-7094 CLEAR LENS £5.29489-7101 GREY LENS £5.75

390-0593 WAIST 32˝ LEG 32˝ £15.95390-0600 WAIST 34˝ LEG 32˝ £15.95390-0616 WAIST 36˝ LEG 32˝ £15.95390-0622 WAIST 38˝ LEG 32˝ £15.95390-0638 WAIST 40˝ LEG 32˝ £15.95

361-9663 MEDIUM £4.55361-9685 LARGE £4.55361-9691 XLARGE £4.55

STANDARD PATCH PALM RIGGER GLOVES

comfortable chrome leather gloves for general use

pasted cuff

knuckle protector

large size

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508-1335 5 PAIRS £2.25508-1846 60 PAIRS £25.00

186-0207 230Vac FAN £567.10299-1942 110Vac FAN £633.88

328-8540 HIGH VELOCITY FAN £69.99

218-3078 5 BLADE PLATE FAN £134.13

200-0917 PULL CORD WINDOW FAN £51.95200-0901 AUTO SHUTTER WINDOW FAN £84.00200-0894 FLUSH WALL FAN £115.52

DESK FANSEnjoy a cool, comforting breeze in the office this

summer, for very little cost.

3-speeds on 300mm version, 2 speeds on 230mm

wire mesh guard

230Vac 50W motor

carry handle

1.75 metre lead

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FLUSH MOUNT WALL FAN

An extract only fan with a backdraught shutter which

opens and closes automatically.

time saving, mortar-free installation

maximum wall thickness 292mm

the fan motor is mechanically isolated when

the inner grille is removed

extract capacity 250m3/hr

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6˝ EXTRACTOR FANSWINDOW FANS

BEAB approved with removable inner shutter

assembly which provides extra trickle ventilation.

pull cord or automatic shutter options

the motor is isolated when the cover is removed

quick release front cover and impeller

auto option has actuator time delay, 30s on

opening, 3 minutes

on closing

extract capacity

250m3/hr

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5 BLADE PLATE FANA slim profile fan suitable for heavy duty, through-

wall extraction in factories and warehouses.

sickle shaped blades provide high extract with

limited noise generation

external rotor motor

with maintenance-free

ball bearings

motor and terminal

box rated to IP54

970m3/hr extract

capacity

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HEAVY DUTY PORTABLE FANSPowerful cooling for large areas, you can angle the direction to suit your

particular requirements.

heavy duty tubular frame with motor and

impeller side guards

cast aluminium impellers x-rayed to ensure

strength and safety

air velocity 1.25m/s at 9m

maintenance-free motor rated to IP55

corrosion resistant, hot dipped

galvanised casing

230Vac version has no fitted cable,

110Vac type fitted

with trailing plug

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HIGH VELOCITY FANAn economically priced fan for general commercial use.

can be tilted back to provide circulating air for offices

3 speed operation via front panel control

rugged metal construction

airflow 4100m3/hr

230/250Vac supply

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535-4021 AIR CONDITIONER £249.00

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REUSEABLE EAR PLUGSDesigned to meet the noise at work regulations,

these earplugs will allow conversation and

background music to be heard whilst protecting

the user from hearing loss, when correctly matched

to the noise level.

banded, fully washable

made from moisture resistant hypoallergenic

silicone rubber

no need to roll down the plugs to fit

green E.A.Rflex 12: up to 85dB

yellow E.A.Rflex 20:

up to 93db

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511-5602 SIZE 8 £42.99511-5618 SIZE 9 £42.99511-5624 SIZE 10 £42.99511-5630 SIZE 11 £42.99

JAVA SAFETY TRAINERThese stylish and durable trekking style

shoes offer outstanding quality and value.

lightweight and flexible

full grain leather upper

warm mesh lining

steel mid-sole protection

petro chemical resistant

sole resistant to 300°C

200 Joules toe protection

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470-4295 230mm DESK FAN £22.80489-2415 300mm DESK FAN £33.50

752-824 38˝ CHEST 32˝ LEG £24.25752-830 40˝ CHEST 32˝ LEG £24.25752-846 42˝ CHEST 32˝ LEG £24.25752-852 44˝ CHEST 32˝ LEG £24.25752-868 46˝ CHEST 32˝ LEG £24.25

SILIUM METAL FRAME EYE SHIELDS

EN 166 1F

anti-mist lenses

scratch resistant

UV protection to EN170/172

lightweight comfort frames

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SHORT SLEEVE NAVY COVERALLS

Scotchguard stain resistant finish

5½ ounce polyester/cotton

material

side elastication

concealed 2-way nylon zip

tunnel waistband

also availaable in 30” leg

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MONOBLOCK 9000 BTU/hAIR CONDITIONERAre you ready for the summer months?

You can use this versatile unit as an air conditioner,

fan or dehumidifier.

self-diagnosis and full

water tank alarm

maximum air flow

rate 369m3/hr

temperature range

16 to 35°C

2 litre tank capacity

3-speed fan

sound level <52dB (A)

remote control

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494-6269 SPLIT AIR CONDITIONING UNIT £1125.00

SPLIT UNIT AIR CONDITIONERDesigned for larger rooms or more permanent installations, the 2m “umbilical cord”

carries refrigerant, power and condensate water to the external unit.

3 year warranty

infrared remote control

12600 BTU/h

external unit can be free

standing or wall mounted

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BOOK page 973

For other sizes see BOOK page 933

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Display Count - 3200

Basic Accuracy - ±1% ±2

Bargraph Display - YES

Autoranging - YES

DB Reading - NO

Memory - NO

True RMS - NO

Diode Test - YES

ATEX Rating - NO

Display Count - 3200

Basic Accuracy - ±0.4%

Bargraph Display - YES

Autoranging - YES

DB Reading - NO

Memory - NO

True RMS - YES

Diode Test - YES

ATEX Rating - NO

Display Count - 50,000

Basic Accuracy - ±0.025% +5

Bargraph Display - YES

Autoranging - YES

DB Reading - YES

Memory - NO

True RMS - YES

Diode Test - YES

ATEX Rating - NO

Display Count - 20,000

Basic Accuracy - ±0.05%

Bargraph Display - YES

Autoranging - YES

DB Reading - NO

Memory - NO

True RMS - YES

Diode Test - YES

ATEX Rating - YES

386-5074 FLUKE 187 £311.00386-5232 +RS CAL £344.00386-5080 FLUKE 189 £332.00386-5254 +RS CAL £365.00

216-7408 DM78A £25.00341-6818 +RS CAL £50.00

539-1929 FLUKE 87V £629.00539-4007 +RS CAL £662.00

819-573 IDM97 £99.99820-804 +RS CAL £139.29

METERMAN POCKET SIZEDDM78A

The small multimeter with the ability

of a much larger model, the DM78A

has a 3200 count digital display,

analogue bargraph, and measures ac

and dc volts, resistance, diode test,

and continuity.

smallest, go anywhere meter

5 functions/16 ranges

auto-off saves batteries

data hold

protective case, batteries

and manual included

CAT I 600V, CAT II 300V rated

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A great quality autoranging

multimeter with data hold, delayed

hold and high resolution 65 segment

& display bargraph. Fully fused

protected instruments which meet

IEC 1010-1 safety standards for

installation category III 600V.

water resistant via O ring

sealed case

dual high energy fuse protection

measures ac/dc current to 10A,

voltage, resistance

display hold and delay

hold functions

1000 hour battery life with auto

power off

mains proof resistance ranges

audible warning when test leads

are connected for current and

current range is not selected

large display with high

speed bargraph

supplied with protective

holster, lead set, batteries

and instruction manual

provides a more exact indication

of ac measurements on non-

sinusoidal ac signals

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FLUKE 187 & 189

The only choice for users who simply

want the best multimeter available.

Impressive performance, amazing

features and astonishing extras

make this the professional’s

ideal instrument.

extremely fast readings

50,000 counts display

true RMS ac and dc measurements

100kHz ac bandwidth for voltage

and current

dual display with bargraph and

2-level backlight

min/max/average with real time

clock and 250μs fast min-max

frequency, capacitance, duty cycle

and pulse width measurements

resistance, conductance, continuity

and diode measurements

temperature and dBV/dBm with

selectable reference

battery and fuse access without

breaking calibration seal

EN 61010-1 (IEC 1010-1) CAT III

1000V /CAT IV 600V

lifetime warranty

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FLUKE 87V

The new Fluke 87V Ex has all the

measurement and troubleshooting

functions of the proven Fluke 87V.

Unlike most other ATEX-certified tools,

it can be used both inside and outside

the hazardous zone (ATEX Zones 1 &

2) without compromising performance

or compliance and, it also has a built-

in thermometer with TC probe.

unique function for accurate

voltage and frequency measurements

on variable speed motor drives

large display with bright, 2-level backlight

for use in all lighting environments

measure up to 1000V and 10A (ac/dc)

frequency to 200kHz and % duty cycle

resistance, continuity and diode test

10,000μF capacitance range for

components and motor caps

min/max-average and peak

capture to record transients and

variations automatically

relative mode to remove test lead

interference on resistance

measurements

Safety ratings

ATEX: II 2 G EEx ia IIC T4

Electrical: EN61010-1 CAT IV 600V

and CAT III, 1000V

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10 YEAR GUARANTEE

PPK220 TEST KITThe ultimate electrical installation kit, meeting all

the requirements of BS7671 16th Edition Testing,

including domestic premises testing under Part P.

comprises an LRCD 220 loop/RCD tester and a

MIT320 insulation and continuity tester

separate live and dead system testing

single or 3-phase testing

loop test will not trip RCDs

automatic RCD testing

waterproof to IP54

Kit contents: LRCD 220, MIT320, test leads, mains

plug test lead, instrument test leads and carry case.

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528-6704 PPK220 £839.00536-9225 +RS CAL £917.00

PROXIMITY SWITCH TEST UNITDesigned to test 3 or 4 wire NPN and PNP dc

proximity switches. Also capable of testing other 3 or

4 wire sensors with solid state outputs.

• connection via 3 spring loaded terminals

• LED status indication

• sensor supply voltage 18V dc

• ideal for fault finding and

identifying unmarked

PNP or NPN sensors

• supplied with 2 x

PP3 batteries

487-4451 £49.50 297-1853 £21.15288-4068 £6.15492-0453 £14.95

517-8108 SIZE 9 36cm LONG £18.95517-8114 SIZE 10 36cm LONG £18.95449-4140 SIZE 9 41cm LONG £20.09449-4156 SIZE 10 41cm LONG £20.09

157-6817 CUTTERS £32.75

214-467 230V VOLT-STICK £17.90238-3571 110V VOLT-STICK £17.90

530-5726 IMT3300 £449.00531-1923 + RS CALIBRATION £535.00

286-254 PROXIMITY SWITCH £33.35TEST UNIT

ELECTRICIANS’ GAUNTLETSManufactured to EN60903, these gauntlets offer

protection up to 1000V working (Class 0).

tensile strength 16MPa

puncture resistance 18N/mm

supplied in pairs

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VOLT-STICK ac INDICATORThe perfect tools for electricians, helps you to detect the

presence of 50Hz ac voltages, with or without current

flowing. Ideal for finding breaks in power cables.

nylon tip glows red when a voltage is detected

instantaneous response

powered by 2x AA batteries (supplied)

230V:

range 220 to 400Vac

(with respect to ground potential)

optimised for detecting 230Vac 50Hz mains voltage

110V:

range 90 to 400Vac

(with respect to ground potential)

optimised for detecting 110Vac

50Hz voltages

Note: will not detect cables behind plaster,

buried trunking etc., and will not detect output

from safety isolating transformers with earthed

secondary centre tap. Units should be checked

for correct operation using a known voltage

before use.

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HEAVY DUTYCABLE CUTTERA powerful tool that produces perfect round cuts,

and leaves no squeezing or pressure marks.

use for cutting copper and aluminium cables

cuts up to 16mm2 single wire

special grade stainless steel jaws

VDE insulated

Note: not suitable for steel wire

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IMT3300 MULTIFUNCTION INSTALLATION TESTERThe electrician’s dream, a single, compact instrument

that will test continuity, insulation, loop and RCDs

and, complies with BS7671 16th Edition

Wiring Regulations.

continuity 20/200 (200mA)

500V insulation test (1mA)

11 RCD test current ranges

mains voltage warning in loop and RCD modes

colour coded LEDs indicate wiring state

complies with EN610101-1 CAT III 300V

supplied with: BS1363 test leads,

batteries, neck strap

and instructions

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WHITE NYLON CABLE TIESBag of 1000, 140mm long, 3.6mm wide.

RNF 100 HARMONISEDCABLE HEATSHRINK KIT

ELECTRICIANS’ BLOCK LEVEL FACOM ERGOTWIST 1000V SCREWDRIVER SETManufactured to EN60900 (04-1994).

WHY SHOULD YOU CHOOSE RS BRANDED PRODUCT?the RS branded range offers an industrial quality, good value alternative to that of

our leading manufacturer brands

all products are carefully selected by our Product Managers in partnership with our trusted

suppliers to ensure the quality and value of the range is unrivalled

RS branded products undergo rigorous testing to ensure compliance with all applicable European,

International safety legislation and UK regulations

they are continually reviewed to ensure they keep up with the market developments and are also

backed up with a comprehensive RS warranty

with our class leading service, when you buy the RS brand you can be confident

of choosing products that give you complete peace of mind

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489-3165 RS-1364 £115.00507-5807 RS-1365 £169.00

504-6051 AAA 800mAh (QTY 4) £5.80504-6067 AA 2000mAh (QTY 4) £6.80476-2033 AA 2300mAh (QTY 4) £7.20504-6089 D 8000mAh (QTY 2) £9.76504-6095 PP3 160mAh £3.75

252-6740 1-GANG PLASTIC £1.70252-6756 2-GANG PLASTIC £1.75297-3253 1-GANG METAL CLAD £3.50297-3281 2-GANG METAL CLAD £4.50

490-015 WHITE QTY 5 £2.65854-380 BLACK QTY 5 £3.00

159-3963 3g TUBE £1.65159-3979 2g DISPENSER £2.35159-4023 20g BOTTLE £11.25406-9615 50g BOTTLE £24.45

STANDARD SLEEVED PIN 13A PLUGSThese conform to BS1363 and

are ASTA approved.

manufactured from

urea formaldehyde

screwless cable clamp

aids quick assembly

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GENERAL PURPOSE SUPERGLUEForms a strong, clear bond in seconds

and you can use it straight from

the container, no special

preparation required.

bonds metals,

most plastics,

ceramics, wood

and rubber

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539-889 PLIERS £6.85

ENGINEER’S SNIPE NOSE PLIERSGeneral purpose, high quality snipe nose pliers at

a very reasonable price.

ergonomically designed handles with

comfortable PVC grip

induction hardened, with a natural finish

smooth, long tapered jaws

length 120mm

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RECHARGEABLE NiMH BATTERIESSupport the environment and enjoy the benefit of

these long life, general purpose rechargeable batteries.

environmentally friendlier than NiCD batteries

greater capacity than NiCD batteries

Note: do not connect batteries in parallel

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MOULDED PLASTIC AND METAL CLAD SWITCHED 13A SOCKETSQuality controlled manufacturing and competitive pricing,

plus they meet BS1363 standards.

plastic types supplied with M3.5 fixing screws

metal clad made from mild steel and supplied

with back boxes

ASTA approved

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540-1521 SIZE 6 £29.95540-1537 SIZE 7 £29.95540-1559 SIZE 8 £29.95540-1565 SIZE 9 £29.95540-1571 SIZE 10 £29.95540-1587 SIZE 11 £29.95540-1593 SIZE 12 £29.95

RICHMOND NON-METALLIC SHOESExecutive black boat shoes, non-metallic, flexible,

and with three eyelet tie fastening at a great price.

wide fit

cushioned foot bed

lightweight

EN345 S1

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1364 & 1365TEMPERATURE & HUMIDITY METERSCompact and versatile, the ideal tool for economical

environmental monitoring.

detachable sensing probe

dual LCD display

RH range 1 to 99%

temperature range

-20 to +60°C

RS-1365 has

automatic timer

recording for data

logging

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THE FIRST STEP − MEASURE IT!Collect and analyse data, measure energy consumed, use an installed portable power meter.This will identify which loads need to be investigated further.A FEW SIMPLE WAYS TO SAVE ENERGYSwitch It OffThe first rule of energy saving is “if it isn’t being used, switch it off”. Consider installing an automated switch off system, and train staff.Check Motor SizingAlmost all driven equipment installations are oversized as a result of over generous safety margins. A simple test to check motor efficiency is to feel the temperature; if you can keep your hand on a running motor then it is most likely running below capacity and at low efficiency. Make more detailed measurements and consider swapping the motor for a smaller frame size.Permanently Connect Motors in StarQuite often motors are oversized and produce far more torque than is required. You can sometimes reduce the effective motor torque and hence power drawn by it, by connecting the motor windings in star. The saving can be almost 60% in energy consumption.Replace Motors Instead of Rewinding ThemRewinding can reduce efficiency, even if the cost of repair is less, a new high efficiency motor will save you more on your electricity billPulley SizesSimply changing pulley size, to ensure a fan or pump runs at a more appropriate duty point can often make significant energy savings.

Regular MaintenanceMaintain and clean your motors drives, belts, couplings and moving parts to ensure they are running at optimum efficiency. Check filters, inlet ports, fan blades, bearings regularly.InsulateStop heat being wasted, keep it all in! Use draft excluding strip, insulating board and pipe insulation. Replace damaged seals as the leak heat.HVAC and Lighting

Use compact fluorescent lamps instead of halogen or filament lamps, and consider LED lighting. Use occupancy detectors in offices, corridors and toilets to turn lighting off automatically when not required.Motor Controllers for Fans and PumpsRunning a fan or pump 20% slower using a variable speed drive (instead of using dampers, vanes or valves) will give you a 50% saving in electricity use!Keep your Airlines CleanClogging pneumatic airlines reduces flow rates and makes the compressor run for unnecessarily long periods. Use filters to keep the lines clean, and select energy efficient filters which have reduced effects on flow rates.

CLIMATE CHANGE LEVY (CCL)UK users, including the public sector as well as industrial and commercial sectors pay the Climate Change Levy via their energy bills, which is an extra 10% to 15% tax on top of the energy bill. Added to this, the price of electricity and gas is set to rise, so energy savings should make sense to everyone!

There is increasing evidence that human interaction is causing climate change right around the globe, mainly as a result of “greenhouse gas” emissions from burning fossil fuels. The key to managing this change is to reduce theenergy we use.

ARMAFLEX RUBBER PIPE INSULATION

reduces heat wastage

from hot pipes, 3x 2m

lengths 60mm I/D

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PNEUMATICFILTER

360-3719 PIPE INSULATION £51.87 568-348 11W BC £7.00 206-9180 G¼ OIL-X PLUS £136.50

ALTIVAR ATV 31 INVERTER DRIVE

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PM700 3-PHASE POWER METER

measure power to know

where to save power

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CEILING MICROWAVE OCCUPANCY DETECTORThe lights go out when you leave the room.

477-5354 4kW INVERTER DRIVE £510.00 509-1562 POWER METER £152.00 500-3874 DETECTOR £90.00

MAINTENANCE TASKSFactory shutdown is the ideal time for not just maintenance checks but to replace or update key components. Waiting for components to fail before replacement can be a false economy, as the time and trouble the failure causes, such as downtime, can be significant. Replacing components that have high switching cycles such as pushbuttons, emergency stops and sensors, especially those operating in dirty environments can reduce the number of plant failures and improve productivity. Below are a few examples of the types of components to consider.

RED Emergencypush in the event of a hazardous condition or emergency

Emergency stop, STOP/OFF Initiation of emergency function

YELLOW Abnormalpush in the event of an abnormal condition

intervention to suppress abnormal condition, or to restart an interrupted automatic cycle

GREEN Normal push to initiate/start START/ON

BLUE Mandatory push for a mandatory action Reset function

WHITEfor general functions except for e-stop

START/ON (preferred) I

BLACKfor general functions except for e-stop

STOP/OFF (preferred) O

439-127 TYPE 6213 24Vdc 10bar £37.18439-149 TYPE 6213 230Vac 10bar £37.18439-212 TYPE 255 24Vdc 6bar £73.19440-947 TYPE 255 230Vac 10bar £74.58

536-4999 MOMENTARY SWITCH £3.98536-5009 LATCHING SWITCH £5.41511-8320 1 N/C CONTACT BLOCK £2.05511-8336 1 N/O CONTACT BLOCK £2.05

For full range visit rswww.com or see BOOK page 786

343-981 250Vac 2A £51.00178-204 24Vdc 1A £49.00

800F MULTI-COLOURED PUSHBUTTON OPERATORSDesigned and manufactured using state-of-the-art solid techniques,

and optimised for durability and safety.

finished with corrosion resistant anodised plating

low front panel profile

includes black, white, blue, red and yellow caps

plastic latch contact blocks available separately

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722-261 M5 SINTERED £10.50BRONZE (PACK 10)

722-277 G1⁄8 SINTERED £10.00BRONZE (PACK 10)

722-283 G1⁄4 SINTERED £14.10BRONZE (PACK 10)

454-7373 G1⁄8 PLASTIC £1.20SILENCER

454-7395 G1⁄4 PLASTIC £1.42SILENCER

454-7418 G1⁄2 PLASTIC £3.18SILENCER

PNEUMATIC SILENCERS SINTERED BRONZE SILENCER

• for silencing exhaust air

• maximum inlet

pressure 10bar

• temperature range

–20ºC to +80ºC

PLASTIC SILENCER

• efficient noise reduction

• prevents dirt ingress

• can be cleaned with

paraffin/petrol

For full range visit rswww.com or see BOOK page 1100

GENERAL PURPOSE SOLENOID VALVES2-way compact solenoid valves designed for use with inert gases and fluids.

BSP parallel ports suitable for use with compression fittings

3-pin DIN connector rated to IP65 can be positioned

through 360° in 90° increments

½ ˝ port size

Type 6213: NBR seal, 10mm diameter orifice

Type 255: PTFE seal.4mm diameter orifice

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FERROGUARD SAFETY INTERLOCK SWITCHESMagnetically actuated devices providing non-contact reliability and tolerance for misalignment and fail-safe operation.

2 active sensing faces allow flexible mounting options

operating distance for safety contacts: make 12mm, break 23mm

-20 to +65°C operating range

2m cable connection

1 N/C safety contact

IP67

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Type 255

See BOOK page 392

See BOOK page 1191

See BOOK page 383

See BOOK page 403

See BOOK page 566

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BOSCH DLE 150 DISTANCE ESTIMATORprecise distance measurement at the touch of button.

individual values and calculated measurement results at a glance

measure distance, area and volume

measuring range 0.3 to 150 metres

accuracy ±2mm to 20 metres, ±3mm to 150 metres

weight 430g

WARNING: Under no circumstances should the laser

beam be viewed directly or via optical instruments.

Please read the instructions carefully prior to use.

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468-8812 18V DRILL £169.00

PROFESSIONAL TOOLKITAn industrial tool kit for the discerning engineer, comprising a total of 40

tools and instruments, which include continuity checker, screwdrivers, allen

keys, soldering iron, files, tape measure, cutters and pliers, and more.

strong, black ABS moulded case

upper and lower, detachable PVC covered boards hold the tools

document holder

locking catches

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RS branded tools - enjoy the benefit of high quality, precision engineered tools at very competitive prices. You will not find better quality or value and you know that they have all been thoroughly tested by RS to meet the highest standards.

541-365 PROFESSIONAL TOOLKIT £411.00

694-425 DRILL SET £15.69

18V HAMMER DRILLA great quality drill at a realistic price, supplied with

two 1.9Ah batteries, charger and tough storage case.

2-speed gearbox (all metal gears) with electronic

variable speed

no-load speeds 0 to 400rpm, and 0 to 1400rpm

13mm keyless Rohm chuck with spindle lock

20 torque settings, maximum 36.3Nm

reversible action

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MASONRYDIAL-A-DRILL SETQuick, easy drill selection,

and convenient storage.

tungsten carbide tipped to DIN8039

4 - 12mm drills

plastic container

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495-3447 10mm £2.29495-3453 11mm £2.89495-3475 13mm £3.19495-3497 15mm £3.75495-3510 17mm £4.25495-3532 19mm £5.05495-3582 23mm £7.69495-3605 27mm £10.29

COMBINATION SPANNERSCrafted tools, manufactured from chrome vanadium

steel with a bright finish to ANSI standard.

546-922 30mm JAW 180mm LONG £6.75602-369 40mm JAW 250mm LONG £7.45

546-742 RETRACTABLE BLADE £3.79613-448 FIXED BLADE £2.89

449-9533 CUTTERS £9.95

537-849 SCREWDRIVER SET £13.00

ENGINEER’S CUTTERSTough, end cut nippers with bevelled cutting edges

that will cut 2mm hard steel wire.

drop forged steel jaws

ergonomically designed bow handles

with PVC grip for maximum

leverage and comfort

overall length 130mm

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TRIMMING KNIVESretractable and fixed blade options

die cast trimming knives with strong handles for

good grip and blade control

retractable version has a slide adjustment which locks

the blade in position or retracts it into the handle

both supplied with five heavy duty blades stored in

the handle

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SELF-GRIPPING PLIERSMakes life that little bit easier.

high-quality black oxide alloy steel

forged straight upper and curved lower

serrated jaws

screw-adjustable to size

convenient quick-release lever

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JEWELLER’S LONG REACH SCREWDRIVER SETIdeal for the instrument technician, a 6-piece

precision jeweller’s screwdriver set with chrome-

vanadium shafts and hardened, tempered, shot

blasted tips.

Contents:

3 cross-head/Philips: 2.4x75mm, 3x100mm,

3.8x150mm

3 flat/slotted: 2.4x75mm, 3x100mm, 3.8x150mm

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202-9592 SETTING OUT KIT £30.25

374-4775 600mm LASER LEVEL £69.00 442-8446 BOSCH DLE 150 £308.00

464-9924 6˝ CALIPER £30.50464-9946 12˝ CALIPER £78.50

449-9656 3m 12mm BLADE £3.45449-9678 5m 18mm BLADE £5.05449-9684 8m 23mm BLADE £8.35

414-3858 0 TO 150mm/0 TO 6˝ £36.00443-0411 0 TO 150mm £33.50

534-2400 LED INSPECTION HEADBAND MAGNIFIER KIT £30.00

TAPE MEASURESSteel blade tape measures in tough ABS cases for use

in demanding situations.

slide hook allows for self-referencing for internal or

external measurement

metric markings to EEC Pattern 1690 Part II

metric and imperial measurement

fitted with belt clip

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ELECTRONIC CALIPERSAccuracy and precision at a very

reasonable price.

LCD display

stainless steel jaw and frame

thumbwheel fine adjustment

offset zero

resolution ±0.02mm

repeatability 0.01mm

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FINE ADJUSTMENT VERNIER CALIPERSDual scale instruments manufactured from hardened

steel that are suitable for use in general workshop

and machine shop environments.

rigid and accurate measurement

lock-screws adjacent to the top of the beam

accuracy ±0.02mm/0.001˝

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MARKING &SETTING OUT KITA general purpose combination square set for

workshop or maintenance use, all heads are

manufactured from cast aluminium and have an

enamel finish.

rule: 305mm/12˝ steel rule with etched

graduations, subdivided 1/16˝and 1mm on channel

side, 1/32˝ and 1mm on plain side

square head: Includes 45° mitre face, spirit level

and 40mm long steel scribe

mitre head: Locates centres in cylindrical surfaces

protractor head: 0 to 180° scale in both directions

graduated every degree, also incorporates a

spirit level

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LASER LEVEL 70LJpatented laser target system

650Nm Class 2 laser

slide-on feet provide an adjustable support

for uneven surfaces

shockproof acrylic horizontal and vertical vials

40m range

Caution: always wear protective safety glasses

when using devices fitted with lasers.

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LED INSPECTION HEADBAND MAGNIFIER KITFour interchangeable, binocular magnifying

lenses provide you with working distances from

75 to 600mm.

adjustable, flexible headband spotlight with

latching pushbutton switch

3 high brightness, white LED light sources

powered by three AAA cells (not supplied)

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506-3450 LASER LEVEL £53.25

LASER LEVELGreat value laser level that projects a

bright red line that can be easily

adjusted horizontally, vertically,

in corners and diagonally.

laser type 650nm, Class 2 beam

maximum output 1mW

magnetic laser base

anti-slip soft grip

powered by 2 x AA batteries

(supplied)

weight 1.2kg

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NEW

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BOSCH 36V SDS HAMMER DRILL Enjoy the benefit of a corded power tool and the

freedom of a cordless one. This powerful SDS

drill features lithium-ion battery technology which

provides the same power as a corded tool and can be

charged at any time.

45-minute charge time

impact rate 4260bpm at 3 joules force

no-load speed 0 to 960rpm

supplied with: 2x 2Ah

lithium-ion batteries,

charger and carry case

spare batteries

available

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522-6320 QUIET SANDER £59.25 534-8931 MULTITOOL £60.00522-6285 PISTOL DRILL £66.50

506-9470 12V DRILL DRIVER £87.50

506-9492 18V COMBI DRILL £253.00

663-516 2.4V RECHARGEABLE SCREWDRIVER £69.75

437-2517 18V COMBI DRILL £276.00

NEW

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BOSCH DREMEL 300 MULTITOOLA new and unique design with improved ergonomics

and increased comfort, plus even more versatility.

variable speed 10,000rpm to 33,000rpm

125W motor for optimum performance

on-board wrench storage

second attachment interface to attach DREMELite

integrated hook to hang the tool whilst working

with the flexible shaft

supplied with: flexible

shaft, 55 piece

accessory kit

and storage

case

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MAKITA 18V MXT COMBI DRILLManufactured in the UK, the totally new MXT range

of cordless drills has an average of 60% more power

than the machine it replaces.

all metal gears and gearbox case

new design 13mm keyless chuck

16 torque settings, maximum 80Nm

impact rate up to 25,500bpm

3 speeds up to 1700rpm

drilling capacity: 13mm steel, 16mm masonry,

65mm wood

supplied with: 2 x 3Ah NiMH batteries, charger

and case

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DEWALT 18V COMBI DRILLPower and versatility, the perfect partner for

the professional power tool user.

22-position adjustable torque control

with hammer action

13mm keyless chuck

high performance fan cooled motor

drilling capacity: wood 50mm, masonry 16mm,

steel 13mm

impact rate 0 to 34,000bpm, maximum torque 51Nm

3 speeds, up to 2000rpm

supplied with: 2 x 2Ah NiCD batteries,

1 hour charger, 2 screwdriver bits

and heavy duty case

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PANASONIC 2.4V RECHARGEABLE SCREWDRIVERIdeal for working on many small appliances, assembly work and PCBs, easily converts

from a straight line drill driver to a pistol form.

2 speeds 200rpm and 400rpm

multi-stage clutch plus drilling position

clutch torque 0.4Nm to 2Nm

6.5mm hex drive

weight 400g

supplied with: NiCD battery, 1 hour charger and 3 magnetic driver bits

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INGERSOLL RAND DUAL ACTION QUIET SANDERWith a built-in silencer you can enjoy the quiet,

and benefit from the dual action pad motion which

produces a swirl-free finish.

adjustable, positive speed control

balance ball bearing construction

vibration level 6.3m/s2

10,000rpm free speed

152mm diameter pads

weight 1.9kg

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MAKITA 12V DRILL DRIVER

2 speeds up to 1200rpm

16 toque settings up to 32Nm

10mm keyless chuck

drilling capacity: wood 25mm, steel 10mm

weight 1.5kg

supplied with: 2 x 1.3Ah NiCD

batteries, 30 minute charger and case

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INGERSOLL RANDPISTOL DRILLCompact, lightweight and powerful, this reversible

air drill features a tease throttle so you have precision

speed control.

10mm keyless chuck

vibration level 0.4m/s2

2000rpm free speed

¼˝ BSP air inlet

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ELECTRONIC TORQUE WRENCHESMove up to the next generation of torque wrenches and benefit from

modern electronic torque tools which produce a tactile feedback

signal when the set torque level is reached.

programmable torque value with 2 scroll keys for fast

and easy programming

down-loadable versions available with 1000 value memory

set values secured against accidental alteration

data and set value retention during battery exchange

stainless steel body with unbreakable display cover

glass-filled nylon handle with soft “Santoprene” grip

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509-4050 3Nm TO 30Nm £403.00509-4072 7Nm TO 137Nm £403.00509-4088 20Nm TO 200Nm £454.00509-4094 34Nm TO 340Nm £454.00

NON DOWN LOADABLE VERSIONS

143-6438 3Nm TO 30Nm £299.00465-1062 7Nm TO 137Nm £299.00465-1078 20Nm TO 200Nm £349.00465-1084 34Nm TO 340Nm £349.00

297-1926 WIRE STRIPPERS £17.80

663-207 MAGNETISER/ £9.19DEMAGNETISER

511-5090 SAFETY KNIFE £29.29 831-107 RATCHET £27.09

732-527 1.5lb £6.45539-097 2.5lb £8.15732-533 3.5lb £10.20

488-7946 FIBRESCOPE £287.00488-7952 SPARE LAMP £8.55

297-2648 150mm PLIERS £83.50297-2654 229mm PLIERS £90.50

MAGNETISER/DEMAGNETISERA very useful, device for use with screwdrivers,

tweezers and other small tools.

housed in a strong plastic case

magnetic strength

25 to 30mT

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COPPER AND HIDE HAMMERSOne tool that does two different jobs.

copper face for safe, high impact blows

hide face for firm resilient blows

that will not mark

oval ash handle

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SAFETY WIRETWISTING PLIERSFor use in aviation applications and anywhere

that vibration may cause fasteners to back-out,

these pliers feature a reversible right and left

twist capability.

jaws hold wire securely and resist knicking

made to SAE Aerospace standard AS567

150mm pliers for wire size 0.02" to 0.041"

229mm pliers for wire size 0.02" to 0.06"

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1000V WORKING WIRE STRIPPERSFor safety’s sake, no electrician should be

without them.

manufactured from special tool steel which is

hardened and tempered

locking adjustment screw

dipped, insulated plastic handle

maximum stripping capacity

5mm (10mm2)

overall length

160mm

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FIBRESCOPE, FIBRE OPTIC VIEWERSee into areas where you normally can’t, without

costly disassembly.

one-hand control of light source and focus

minimum focus distance 19mm

6000 pixel resolution

4° field of view

halogen lamp housed in

an ABS case

probe: length 914mm,

bend radius 203mm,

diameter 10mm

powered by two AA

batteries (not supplied)

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¼˝ DRIVE COMPACT RATCHETLets you get into places where other ratchets

can’t go.

fingertip control for high speed rotation

knurled surface prevents slipping

38mm diameter, weight 95g

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SERRATED BLADESAFETY KNIFEThe ideal knife to use in situations where you don’t

want to risk punctures.

rounded blunt tip, fully serrated sheep foot blade

handle with comfortable soft inserts

removable pocket clip

ideal for emergency services

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534-8896 DRILL £498.00534-8919 2Ah BATTERY £170.00

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DSEAR COMES INTO FULL FORCEMost of the focus on maintaining standards in flammable areas has been on the ATEX product directive (94/9/EC), a trading directive ensuring European manufacturers had a level platform for the standards of product used in these areas. However there is a second directive, known as ATEX 137, which sets out to improve the health & safety protection of all workers potentially at risk from explosive atmospheres.

WHAT IS DSEAR?The end user directive ATEX 137 is enforced in the UK by the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR), which legislates on how factories with explosive atmospheres should be classified and operated, and is controlled by the Health & Safety Executive. This act reached the statute book in 2002 and complements the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999.

The key date in the adoption of the user directive and compliance of DSEAR was June 2003. Article 9 of the directive states “where the workplaces which contain places where explosive atmospheres may occur are already in use before the 30th June 2003 they shall comply with the minimum requirements set out in the directive no later than 3 years after that date” What this means is that all existing hazardous area work places in use before 30th June 2003 must comply with the appropriate minimum requirements of ATEX 137 no later than 30th June 2006 and that the employer must take the necessary steps to ensure all modifications to hazardous area workplaces after 30 June 2003 comply with the appropriate minimum requirements of ATEX 137.

This could mean that you may need to install or replace existing equipment so that it complies with the ATEX requirements by the start of July 2006. Time is running out and RS can help.

To help you comply with DSEAR RS has a wide range of over 600 products that have been ATEX approved. To see the full range visit rswww.com/automationor the catalogue index at the back of each book and look up ‘Hazardous Area’.

For a full article on DSEAR & ATEX, a useful ATEX jargon buster and links to help you understand how to comply with the requirements of DSEAR. Visit rswww.com/automation

LIFELINE GRABWIRESWITCH

See BOOK page 897

RECHARGEABLELED HEADTORCH

FLUKE 725EXMULTIFUNCTIONPROCESSCALIBRATOR

For full specifications

see BOOK page 490

or visit rswww.com

410-4550 230Vac/dc VALVE £92.41

313-4213 0 TO 10 BAR £128.00

280-6591 Z728 SINGLE CHANNEL £39.15

198-6107 WARNING LAMP £106.67

245-1501 GRABWIRE SWITCH £180.00504-2756 HEADTORCH £143.00

450-3317 £122.00

433-1279 M16 GLAND (5 PACK) £9.00

508-3000 FLUKE 725EX £1,888.00

Ex Group and Category: II 2G EEx m IIT4

Ex Group and Category: II 1G EEx ia IIC T4

Ex Group and Category: II 1G EEx ia IIC T4

Ex Group and Category: II 2G/D EEx e IIEx Group and Category: II 2G EEx ia IIC T3

Ex Group and Category: II 3GD EEx nC T3

Ex Group and Category: II 2G EEx e II,

II 1D IP64

Group & Category:

II 1G EEx ia IIB 171°C

PTX 1400 PRESSURETRANSDUCER

See BOOK page 1439

2/2 WAY SOLENOIDVALVES

See BOOK page 1118

Ex Group and Category: IIC Class 1 Div 1,

EEx ia Grups A-G

ISOLATIONBARRIERS

AMBER HAZARDWARNING LAMP

IP68 PLASTICGLAND

For the full range and details

see BOOK page 137

or visit rswww.com

NEW

For the designer looking for applications demanding more functionality and less space at a lower power and cheaper cost, major manufacturers of electronic microprocessors, peripherals and passive components are making the choices easier and easier.

P89LPC932 8-BIT MICROCONTROLLERThe LPC900 family is designed for applications that demand low voltage, high integration, high performance

and low cost.

Suitable for a wide range of products - from battery-powered devices to white goods - the P89LPC932A1 (an

enhanced version of the P89LPC932) is a single-chip 8-bit microcontroller. It’s based on a high-performance

processor architecture that executes instructions in two to four clocks, six times the rate of standard 80C51 devices.

Many system-level functions have been incorporated into the 89LPC932A1 in order to reduce component count,

board space and system cost.

With byte-erasable Flash memory, enhanced timing functions and on-chip serial communications, designers benefit

from a smaller footprint, additional functionality and lower total system cost - for a wide range of consumer,

automotive and industrial devices.

Key features

2.4V to 3.6V VDD operating range with 5V tolerant I/O pins

8KB Flash code memory with 64-byte sectors and 2ms block write/erase cycle

512 byte data EEPROM memory allows device serialisation, parameter storage

256 byte RAM and 512 byte auxiliary on-chip XRAM

400KB/s I2C and 3MB/s SPI communication ports

plus enhanced UART

two 16-bit counter/timers with I/O port toggle

and 8-bit PWM functions plus real time

clock/system timer.

two analogue comparators with selectable inputs

and reference source

two 16-bit Capture/Compare Units (CCUs)

provide input capture, output compare and PWM

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521-3863 PLCC28 £3.15521-3857 TSSOP28 £2.95

548-2542 0.01μH £5.25548-2558 0.012μH £5.25548-2564 0.015μH £5.25548-2570 0.018μH £5.25548-2586 0.022μH £5.25548-2609 0.027μH £5.25 504-5109 14-PIN TSSOP (QTY 5) £8.75526-6132 11MHz (QTY 5) £3.13

3 ZONE TEMPERATURE SENSOR SMTA digital temperature sensor that measures three

temperature zones and has a single-wire interface

compatible with a SensorPath™ bus.

2 remote diode temperature sensor zones

internal local temperature zone

0.5°C resolution

measures up to 140°C

accuracy ±3°C

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NLV32 SERIES SMD INDUCTORSThese devices utilise a miniaturised winding structure,

and provide a high Q characteristic.

tolerance ±5%

current rating 450mA

-20 to +85°C operation

Q frequency 100MHz

supplied in multiples of 25

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547-7073 47μF 16V £2.43547-7089 100μF 16V £2.11547-7095 47μF 25V £1.64547-7102 10μF 50V £1.64547-7118 22μF 50V £1.64547-7124 22μF 16V £1.99547-7130 33μF 16V £1.64547-7146 10μF 25V £1.64547-7152 22μF 25V £3.21547-7168 3.3μF 50V £2.74547-7180 10μF 50V £2.43547-7196 2.2μF 100V £2.11547-7203 4.7μF 100V £2.11547-7219 0.47μF 250V £2.32547-7225 1.0μF 250V £1.95547-7247 0.22μF 630V £1.79547-7253 0.47μF 630V £1.79

2-CHIP PILED CERAMIC CAPACITORSThis unique construction provides twice the

capacitance on a single capacitor space, ideal for

smoothing circuits, dc-to-dc converters, power

supplies and automotive applications.

no polarity

metal caps absorb stress from thermal

and mechanical shocks

low ESR and ESL

tolerance 20%

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CERALOCK® CERAMIC RESONATOR WITH BUILT-IN LOAD CAPACITANCENot only small in size, this useful device eliminates

the need for an external load capacitor. Ideal for

audio-visual, office automation equipment and

automotive electronics.

no adjustment necessary for oscillation circuits

small low profile design

tolerance 0.5%

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See BOOK page 1071

See BOOK page 1026

ZONE 2 FLAMEPROOFBULKHEAD

For full specifications

see BOOK page 378

or visit rswww.com

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EUROFLOOD LIGHTINGPowerful, versatile asymmetric floodlighting

for decorative and amenity lighting purposes.

durable aluminium body

toughened glass cover resists ageing

uses either metal halide or high pressure

sodium lamps (not supplied)

70W & 150W accept double-ended lamps

and can be mounted up to 14m high

250W & 400W accept single ended lamps

and can be mounted up to 25m high

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182-6263 75W £111.00182-6279 150W £139.00182-6285 250W £202.00182-6308 400W £217.00

513-8958 TENSACONE £45.00

290-0665 3-GATE BARRIER £81.00290-0659 4-GATE BARRIER £105.00

294-2524 SIGN HOLDER £28.95158-1881 DANGER HAZARDOUE AREA – NO ENTRY SIGN £26.65158-1897 DANGER HIGH VOLTAGE – KEEP AWAY SIGN £26.65158-1904 DANGER – KEEP AWAY SIGN £26.65

324-6079 1 PAIR £74.00324-6085 END CAP £74.00

493-5152 MONITOR & CAMERA £125.00

766-306 £9.35

SAFETY HARNESS

483-3804 £22.50765-476 PACK OF 5 £17.85492-7656 1 PAIR £20.55

ROAD WORKS BARRIERA gated barrier system for daytime use, to barricade

off small areas, manholes and other such dangerous

areas for the public’s safety.

compact, lightweight and easy to transport

red powder coated metal

uprights and plastic red

and white boards

flexible couplings allow

for many variations

supplied assembled,

just unfold and stand up

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FREE-STANDING SIGN HOLDERThis free-standing sign holder with hinged legs is designed to hold

450 x 600mm temporary signs to warn personnel of dangerous situations.

tough, PVC temporary signs available separately•

CCTV MONITOR& CAMERAMonitor system complete with 5” B&W monitor, and

wireless B&W camera with inbuilt PIR motion sensor.

camera transmits the video and

audio signal to the reciever

over a 2.4GHz radio frequency

monitor and camera unit can

run on battery power

upto 3 cameras can

be connected to each

monitor system

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MINI PACER TRAFFIC CALMERLight duty traffic calming suitable for low volume traffic

areas, offering speed reductions of 10 to 15mph.

made from durable, high impact virgin rubber

supports up to 40 tonnes

typical lifespan approximately 10 years

grooved surface aids traction in wet/icy conditions

size: 5 x 250 x 350mm

68 x 175 x 410mm end

cap available

separately

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TENSACONE – ROAD CONE BARRIER SYSTEMThe easy way to cordon-off work areas, the 4m

retractable webbing barrier provides you with an

economical way to make use of traffic cones

fits on the top of most standard traffic cones

durable polyethylene red/white

webbing, 5cm wide

orange body

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LADDER SPIKESafety for aluminium ladders on soft ground.

TITAN MOTORWAYLAMPStatic or flashing modes, 360° visibility.

STANDARD HIGHWAYCONES18”, 6-sided sand weighted base for stability.

Graham Fox of Spelsberg UK looks at the areas of an enclosure that can make the difference.

The IP rating of an enclosure is dictated not only by the enclosure itself, but also by its fixing method, lid sealing and cable entries. After the ‘IP’ (Ingress Protection) part of an enclosures protection rating, the first number equates to the protection offered by the box as regards solid objects from screwdrivers and fingers through to fine particulate dust. Most plastic and metal enclosures offer a 4, 5 or 6 rating (objects under 1mm diameter), a 4 is suitable for a basic wiring junction protected by a wall, ceiling, cabinet or similar in a dry environment, but a 5 or 6 is the preferred option should the enclosure be exposed in any way and this covers most industrial applications where the box can be seen or is accessible as part of routine operation or maintenance.

Pressed metal enclosures offer the poorest protection and are generally a 4, cast (usually aluminium) and most polystyrene and virtually all polycarbonate enclosures fall into the 5 or 6 categories. There is a third number that refers

to impact protection, but is not often quoted; the second number is where a decision has to be made and where several clear variables come in to play:

When mounting an enclosure inside a cabinet, fixing to a machine wall, a building wall or a post, the method of attachment can either maintain or instantly downgrade the IP rating of the enclosure assembly. For example, in an industrial environment that may include water sprays, wash downs or atmospheric moisture, a screw fixed ‘IP65’ enclosure with ‘IP68’ cable glands can be rendered ‘IP64’ or lower simply by not employing grommets between the screw or bolt heads and the enclosure wall when fixing the enclosure in place.

Fixing to posts or uneven surfaces is more problematic and an external fixing of some sort such as cable-tie brackets can be very useful. Gluing or gun applied sealant is also an option.

The lid sealing of an enclosure is the next major element to affect the sealing, basic ‘click’ fit lids are generally IP54 or lower. Pressed metal enclosures are the worst,

allowing either dust or moisture in reasonably easily, whereas plastic ‘click’ fit enclosures generally offer IP54, which provides limited protection from both dust ingress and liquids. Cast metal enclosures or industrial plastics such as moulded polystyrene and tougher polycarbonate generally offer much higher levels of protection. Lid fitment of IP54 and above generally requires an additional compressible seal to achieve higher protection. Machine applied polymer seals are generally more reliable than gasket types as they are not prone to movement during fixing and a seal that runs inside the lid fixing screws is normally required for IP65 and above.

Cable entries are present in virtually all sealed enclosures offering a significant IP rating; they vary from basic cable clamps through to independently rated waterproof cable glands. Basic cable clamps and open holes offer some protection, but where moisture is present to any degree the cable entry must offer a complete seal around the cable sheath. Recent developments in push-fit seals have seen both the grommet type and the moulded-in version offering high ratings up to IP65 in some instances, providing protection from drips to low power water sprays and suitable for general above ground outdoor applications.

Underground use, temporary immersion, wash downs in the food and processing industries or exposure to the sea requires IP65 and above, this generally requires cable glands fixed to the enclosure wall and high quality compression seals. An IP65 rated box is not IP65 when the cable entries do not offer the same protection.

The harmful effects of both dust and moisture to sensitive equipment, circuitry and switchgear can cause electrical shorting, component corrosion and greatly reduced reliability hence proper sealing is crucial. Other considerations such as ambient atmospheric moisture combined with large temperature fluctuations can also cause condensation problems, in situations where this situation is likely, it always pays to fit breather valves (or grommets) to allow the enclosure humidity and pressure to equalise without compromising the intended IP rating.

Advice on specifying enclosure ratings, what is appropriate for any given application and how to avoid compromising the intended IP rating should be provided by all dedicated enclosure suppliers and specialists, in addition to carrying a range of enclosure types and accessories to provide the ideal solution no matter what the challenge.

Value

First Digit Second Digit Third Digit

Protection against ingress of solids Protection against ingress of liquidsProtection against mechanical impact

damage

0 No protection No protection No protection

1Protected against solid objects over

50mm e.g. hands, large tools.

Protected against vertically falling drops

of water.

Protected against 0.225 joule impact

(150g @ 15cm).

2Protected against solid objects over

12mm e.g. hands, large tools.

Protected against direct sprays of water

up to 15° from vertical.

Protected against 0.375 joule impact

(250g @ 15cm).

3Protected against solid objects over

2.5mm e.g.wire, small tools.

Protected against direct sprays of water

up to 60° from vertical.

Protected against 0.5 joule impact

(250g @ 20cm).

4Protected against solid objects over

1.0mm e.g. wires.

Protected against water sprayed from

any direction. Limited ingress permitted.

5Limited protection against dust ingress

(no harmful deposit)

Protected against low pressure water

jets from any direction. Limited ingress

permitted.

Protected against 2.0 joule impact

(500g @ 40cm).

6 Totally protected against dust ingress.

Protected against high pressure water

jets from any direction. Limited ingress

permitted.

7Protected against immersion between

15cm and 1M.

Protected against 6.0 joule impact

(1.5Kg @ 40cm).

8Protected against long periods of

immersion under pressure.

9Protected against 20 joule impact

(5Kg @ 40cm).

Protecting circuitry, electrical connections, wiring for displays, manual switch gear, sensors and breakers are the basic functions of an electrical enclosure, but is enough consideration given to the protection rating of that enclosure? The difference between an electrical enclosure offering IP54 and IP65 protection can make the difference between a well specified junction box that meets cost pressure and protection requirements and a failed installation due to moisture ingress, condensation or dust build up in a relatively normal working environment.

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Long life lighting, fast battery charging, solder masks which shorten PCB assembly processes plus other time and money saving products will help your business run efficiently and economically.

PROCESS SAVING CHEMASK PEELABLE SOLDER MASKTake care of PCBs, with this

temporary latex solder masking

agent which provides protection

from solder and flux overflow during

the soldering process. Also avoids

additional cleaning processes.

dries tack-free in 30 minutes

compatible with flux systems

stable with cleaning solvents

peels off easily

RoHS compliant

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TWO IN ONE ISO-TECH DIGITAL MULTIMETER WITH CURRENT CLAMP2 instruments for the price of 1, the IEK 10 consists

of an advanced probe style multimeter with a

300Vac current clamp adaptor.

voltage measurement to 600Vac/dc

300Ω to 30MΩ resistance range

3200 count display with 65 segment

analogue bargraph

diode test capability

rugged construction with fire retardant case

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186-1676 IEK 10 £69.00186-2405 +RS CAL £114.00

447-7404 4kW £316.00447-7410 5.5kW £335.00

277-8222 250ml £5.99

493-4446 ULTRA FAST CHARGER £34.03

196-7550 STAPLE GUN £44.50 480-7237 8W LINEAR £4.20

REPLACEMENT BALLASTSswitch start ballasts for use with linear, compact

fluorescent and 2D lamps

more economic to replace ballasts rather than

complete fittings

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463-1636 2FT 18W 4000K £36.25

For the full range

and specifications

see BOOK page 381

LONG LIFE TRIPHOSPHOR FLUORESCENT TUBESReduce maintenance costs with these long life tubes.

They have a low mercury content and offer better

colour rendering.

up to 20,000 hour life in high frequency luminaries

T8, 26mm diameter

CRI rating 80 to 89Ra

supplied in multiples of 25

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ULTRA-FAST NiMH BATTERY CHARGERLets you charge up to 70% of full charge in just 15 minutes,

and only 30 minutes for a full charge.

charges up to four AA or AAA cells

individual cells can be charged

6500mA charge current

safety timer

supplied with: four 2500mAh

batteries and 12V cigar lighter lead

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370-2412 1 £6.45219-8250 2 £5.75

863-479 VINYL £4.85863-283 PVC £7.75

370-2440 VINYL £4.85370-2456 PVC £7.75

On March 26, 2006, Scotland introduced new anti-smoking laws to combat

smoking in public places and with both England & Wales planning to follow suit

in the near future we find out what the main reasons are for amending the law.

The law was designed to protect the general public from the harmful effects of

passive smoking. The non-smoker breathes ‘sidestream’ smoke from the burning

tip of the cigarette and ‘mainstream’ smoke that has been inhaled and then

exhaled by the smoker. Second-hand smoke (SHS) is a major source of indoor

air pollution.

WHAT DOES THE LAW DO?The new law bans smoking in “no-smoking premises”, by:

creating an offence of permitting others to smoke in no-smoking premises;

creating an offence of smoking in no-smoking premises;

creating an offence of failing to display warning notices in no-smoking premises;

setting out the powers of enforcement officers to enter no-smoking premises; and

creating an offence of failing without reasonable cause to give one’s name and address on

request by an enforcement officer.

WHAT DO YOU MEAN BY ‘NO-SMOKING PREMISES’?They include premises like restaurants, bars, shops, cinemas, offices, hospitals, work vehicles

and sports centres. Those premises will then be no-smoking premises if they are wholly or

substantially enclosed. What that list of no-smoking premises has in common is that they all

fall into one of the following four broad categories of premises, namely those:

to which the public or a section of the public has access

which are being used wholly or mainly as a place of work by persons who are employees;

which are being used by and for the purposes of a club or other unincorporated

association; or

which are being used wholly or mainly for the provision of education,

health or care services.

ARE THERE ANY EXEMPTIONS TO THE LAW?Only a few exemptions to the law have been made, mainly on humanitarian grounds. The

exemptions are residential accommodation, designated rooms in adult care homes, adult

hospices, designated rooms in psychiatric hospitals and units, designated hotel bedrooms,

designated detention or interview rooms, designated rooms in offender accommodation

premises, offshore installations, private vehicles, certain laboratory rooms, submarines and

refuelling vessels. Nothing in the new law, however, obliges an employer or manager of

exempted premises to permit smoking or to provide a smoking area.

WILL THE BAN AFFECT MY BUSINESS PREMISES?Most business premises will be affected. If they are one of the kinds of premises listed

and are wholly or substantially enclosed then they will be no-smoking premises.

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193-0255 £12.75

NO SMOKINGCOMPANY POLICY400 x 300mm

NO SMOKINGSYMBOL1. 40 x 40mm (Qty 100)

2. 100 x 100mm (Qty 5)

SMOKINGPROHIBITED INTHIS AREA300 x 400mm

PASSIVE SMOKINGPOSTER600 x 420mm

About 30% of adults under the age of 65 smoke in the UK and an estimated 42% of people under the age of 65 are exposed to tobacco smoke at home and 11% at work, according to recent research conducted by Imperial College in London.

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DONT FORGET SEE PAGE 2DC BRAKE MODULEComply with PUWER 98 regulations and ensure that

your machinery, such as woodworking equipment, is

fitted with an automatic brake module which ensures

that it stops within 10 seconds. Reduces machine

cycle times too.

must be fitted to new and current equipment

adjustable dc injection time 0.5 to 25 seconds

415Vac 3-phase operation

integral DOL starter

rated to IP55

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QUICK FIXING INSULATED STAPLE GUNCable fitters shouldn’t be without one, lets you

install all types of wiring from 6 to 8mm in diameter,

quickly and securely.

ideal for installing: telephone cable, TV cable,

intercom and burglar alarm systems, plastic cable,

hollow tubing and radiant heat cable

convenient one-hand operation with

a patented jam proof mechanism

holds two strips of 15

insulated staples

takes staples from

6 to 8mm

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THERMOCOUPLE BASICSThermocouples provide an economic means of measuring temperature with many practical advantages for the user, for example:

• they can be extremely robust,

by using thick wire

• fine wire thermocouples respond very rapidly

to temperature changes (less than 0.1s).

For ultra fast response (10μs typical),

foil thermocouples are used

• capable of measuring over a wide temperature

range, from cryogenics to engine exhausts

• thermocouples are easy to install and are

available in many packages, from probes

to bare wires or foil

For the full range of thermocouples visit rswww.com or see BOOK page 1384

MINIATURE QUICK WIRE IN-LINE CONNECTORS

rapid termination, just push in the wire and

tighten the screw

suitable for use

up to +220°C

colour green

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219-4747 TYPE J £13.79290-5042 TYPE K £15.49

381-7441 TYPE K SOCKET £2.05381-7435 TYPE K PLUG £2.05

290-4982 TYPE K £10.15455-4393 TYPE J £10.79

Providing the mechanical power for a small machine means looking at both the motor and the way the motors output is applied.

The choice of power transmission is wide and depends on the process itself; chains and belts allow transmission where the motor cannot be placed in direct contact and timing belts can be used to maintain tight control to ensure alignment within elements of a process. Alternatively couplings provide a solution for the connection where there is direct alignment of motor and drive shaft, a wide range of coupling types available, which afford differing levels of mis-alignment and effectiveness of power transmissions. With a wide range of motors and power transmission components a solution for most applications is available, visit rswww.com or see BOOK section 21 and BOOK section 5.

474-5038 180 x 6 x 2.5mm PITCH £2.50

744-514 4mm BORE 22 TOOTH £6.95

511-2041 25W MOTOR £98.00511-1969 10:1 INTERMEDIATE GEARHEAD £35.55511-1616 180:1 GEARHEAD £57.30

359-7434 ALUMINIUM 8mm BORE £6.35

493-1015 230Vac 0.37kW CONTROLLER £89.00493-1059 SPEED CONTROL POTENTIOMETER £11.50

3-PHASE MOTOR CONTROLLERSThe ACS 50 Series offers an easy-to-use solution for the control

of low power motors, which do not require the control

sophistication of more complex drive units.

no programming required

fault and status LED indication

adjustable switching frequency

built-in EMC filter

DIN rail or wall mounting

optional potentiometer for motor speed control

For full range and specifications visit rswww.com or see BOOK page 973

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TypeOld StandardBS1843: 1952

New StandardIEC584-3: 1989

BS4937 Part 30 1993Cable

MinContinuous

Temp.

MaxContinuous

Temp.

Max.Spot

Reading

IRON/CONSTANTAN

J JX -60°C +850°C +1100°C

NICKEL CHROMIUM/NICKEL ALUMINIUM

K KX -200°C +1100°C +1300°C

NICROSIL/NISIL

NNXNC

-230°C +1300°C +1320°C

COPPER/CONSTANTAN

T TX -200°C +400°C +500°C

ALUMINIUM TIMING BELT PULLEY’S

designed for use with polyurethane timing belts

flange and standard pilot bores

2.5mm pitch, 6mm wide

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GEARED INDUCTION MOTORSA 3-phase, geared induction motor comprising a totally enclosed

standard motor with grease lubricated bearings and a grease filled

gearbox, neither of which will require any maintenance under

normal operating conditions.

fitted terminal box for ease of wiring

only for use with Panasonic gearheads, available separately

For full range and specifications visit rswww.com or see BOOK page 954

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OLDHAM CLAMP STYLE COUPLINGParadrive™ couplings are suitable for high speed applications and

where electrical isolation is required, they also accommodate small

angular and axial misalignment.

aluminium and stainless steel options

2 required per assembly

choice of nylon or acetal discs

For full range visit rswww.com or see BOOK page 238

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TIMING BELTSContitech Syncroflex® wear resistant polyurethane

contilan belts with high grade wire tension members

for long, maintenance-free operation.

suitable for belt speeds up to 80m/s

up to 40,000rpm

resistant to oils, grease and petrol

-30 to +80°C operation

up to 98% efficient

For full range and specifications visit rswww.

com or see BOOK page 221

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TYPE KThe type K, based on nickel/chromium aluminium, is the most widely used, with a wide

operating temperature range (up to 1100°C). However, they contain impurities which

give rise to problems:

• variability in the quality of nickel causes inconsistencies in sensing between

one thermocouple and the next

• between 200-600°C hysterisis occurs which means they read under when

the temperature is rising and over when the temperature is falling

• above 1000°C the arms oxidise

• the use of cobalt in this type K makes them unsuitable for use in the nuclear industry

TYPE NThis type overcomes the problems of the type K through optimisation of the nickel alloys

used to make them. They are resistant to oxidisation even at high temperatures (useable

up to 1300°C), can be used in the nuclear industry, have less hysterisis effects and there

is no issue in its useable temperature range.

TYPE JThe temperature range of the type J thermocouple makes it very popular in the plastics

industries e.g. injection and blow moulding.

TYPE TThese have the advantages of higher accuracy below 100°C and extended sensing

range at low temperatures. This makes them particularly useful for the food and drinks

industries, as well as other lower temperature applications.

General specifications for thermocouple products:

219-4309 GLASS FIBRE TYPE K £5.85219-4630 GLASS FIBRE TYPE N £5.80219-4680 GLASS FIBRE TYPE T £4.90219-4719 GLASS FIBRE TYPE J £5.45219-4315 PTFE TYPE K (QTY 5) £14.95219-4646 PTFE TYPE N (QTY 5) £15.25219-4696 PTFE TYPE T (QTY 5) £13.45219-4365 PTFE TYPE J £12.80

WASHER THERMOCOUPLESTwo metres of stainless steel braided cable with glass fibre insulation.

grounded junction

6mm diameter hole

cable maximum temperature +350°C

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BAYONET THERMOCOUPLEA 6 x 170mm spring cable probe with adjustable

fixing cap and grounded junction.

2m of 7/0.2mm cable

response time 2 seconds

cable temperature range

0 to +350°C

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WELDED TIP THERMOCOUPLESDurable devices benefiting from a tip welding

method which prevents oxidisation.

Glass fibre types:

2m long, insulated with varnish impregnated

glass fibre sleeve

cable temperature range -50 to +400°C

PTFE types:

1m long

cable temperature range -50 to +250°C

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ELLIPSE UNI UPSDual purpose units which provide battery back-up during power failure,

and also effective protection against damaging power surges.

suitable for use with PCs and Macs

automatic battery test

resettable circuit breaker

audible alarm, can be deactivated

permanent battery charge

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SURGEMASTER SUPERIOR SERIES

suitable for mid-level computers, inkjet printers,

scanners, copiers, stereos, phone/fax/modems,

DSL/broadband etc.

•MAXIMUM SERIES

protects against surges, spikes and lightening

strikes, and comes with a lifetime guarantee

suitable for mid-level computers, inkjet printers,

scanners, copiers, DSL/broadband etc.

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517-8079 250Vdc £2.15518-0606 350Vdc £2.15

156-9005 100A 24W £14.95156-9027 120A 32W £14.95156-9033 140A 36W £15.75156-9049 160A 46W £15.94

311-5896 3A £32.75311-5903 7A £38.75311-5919 13A £44.50

531-5010 ASR 375 UNI 3.75kVA 2.25kW £65.25531-5026 ASR 600 UNI 6kVA 3.6kW £76.50531-5032 ASR 600 USBS UNI 6kVA 3.6kW £91.50

416-994 5A £9.35417-010 10A £9.18417-026 16A £9.18

ASR 375/600 UNI: 4 UNI outlets,

3 with battery back-up

and lightning protection,

1 with lightning protection only

ASR 600 USBS UNI: 8 UNI outlets,

4 with battery back-up

and lightning protection,

4 with lightning protection only

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certified to BS88: Part 4

voltage rating 660Vac, 450Vdc

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500-6110 2A FILTER £17.95500-6126 4A FILTER £17.95500-6132 6A FILTER £17.95

CAT B COMBINED SURGE AND NOISE PROTECTIONEconomical, useful devices that will protect your

sensitive electronic equipment and computer data

from the damaging effects of power surges, spikes,

noise harmonics and RFI.

only pure, clean power gets through

surge protection up to 6.5kA

transient response time <10ns

230Vac operation

typical attenuation 50dB

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DC12 SERIES IEC INLET FILTERSTwo pole switched power supplyentry modules

with EMC shielding.

snap mounting, panel thickness 1 to 3mm

panel cut-out 29 x 33mm

overall depth behind

panel 54.1mm

IEC/EN 60950 standard

terminals tab 6.3 x 0.8mm

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FAST ACTING HRC (FF) POWER FUSEScompact size

excellent current limiting features

melt point curve Class IEC 269-4

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PUSHBUTTON CIRCUIT BREAKERSFront panel, snap mounting circuit breakers with

visual indication of trip condition, ideal for motors,

transformers and power supplies.

standard fuse-holder cut-out size

tease-free/trip-free mechanism

typical response time 20s to 30s at twice nominal

current rating

voltage rating 250Vac,

28Vdc

IEC Classification S/TO

UL, CSA and

VDE approvals

RoHS compliant

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MINIATURE GAS FILLED ARRESTORS3 electrode devices suitable for use in telecom

exchange distribution frames, modems, networks

and cable TV amplifiers.

temperature range

-40 to +90°C

capacitance <1.5pF

insulating resistance >10G

alternating discharge current 40A

impulse discharge current 10kA

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NEW

ECONOMICALLY VIABLE VERSATILITYIN DYNAMIC APPLICATIONS

Transferring energy and pressurised liquids and gases from one point to another is a situation engineers and designers face every day. If one were to name a common aspect in designing machine tools, offshore rigs, irrigation systems, telescopes, automatic packaging systems, ship unloaders, lifts, and cranes, it would definitely be the necessity to energise movement.

Cable chains are a successful solution, to carrying power and services to moving parts. Variously referred to according to the application field (cable chain in machine tools, drag chain in offshore, power chain in cranes, etc.), chain-based systems are appreciated because they offer a wonderful unparalleled synergy of application versatility and economic viability. It is this synergy that is increasing their popularity amongst festoon, conductor bar and even reel users.

One crucial advantage to cable chain, is that the necessary length of both the chain and cables/hoses in a centre-fed chain system is slightly more than just half the distance to cover – compared with festoons which require the complete travel distance plus some extra looping length.

Technology in chain engineering is running fast in the endeavour to meet an ever-increasing demand for high-quality products. Today, chains can give out trouble-free performances at high speed and acceleration while carrying heavy added loads along hundreds of meters. Cables and hoses are safely sheltered inside the chain; their smooth and low-stress movement is guaranteed also under the most aggressive environmental work conditions.

Chains prove their advantages also in the different ways they can be customised to meet specific requirements. Clip-on links make for chains that can be opened quickly from the inner and/or outer radius side (which in turn contributes to sensibly reducing harnessing costs). Covers can be applied to protect cables and hoses, and prevent dirt and bulk material from spoiling the chain and its

contents. Cables and hoses can easily be accommodated inside the chain in multi-storey layouts or slid through ad-hoc machined crosspieces. Chains are supplied with a number of accessories to strengthen their performance: guide channels and other containment frames, support rollers, trolleys, etc.

It is of no less importance that chains are also environment-friendly. They normally comply with the EC’s RoHS Directives, meaning that no hazardous substances – among which cadmium, lead, mercury, and hexavalent chromium – are used in chain manufacture.

Designers and engineers enjoy a further advantage when they opt for chains. Choosing the right chain for their own application is normally very easy, the selection lying on not more than three basic criteria:

1. travel distance, i.e. the space where the chain moves. Most applications require a one-axis (either back-and-forth or rotational) movement: calculating travel distance is normally easy. In some cases a two-axes or even three-axes movement is needed: consultancy from a technical department would then be a good idea.

2. cross section and bending radius is identified by the cables and hoses meant to go inside the chain. It is important to verify that the cables and hoses intended for in-chain use are actually designed for such purpose.

3. self-supporting capacity, whose verification becomes essential in short-stroke applications, such as machine tools. Check whether or not the desired chain is able to withstand its own weight plus the added weight of cables and hoses over a certain unsupported length

The choice of the right chain can be influenced also by other aspects, such as: type of travel (horizontal, vertical, rotational, mixed); chain layout (single chain, nest, ring, side-by-side, lateral, multi-band, etc., or a combination of layouts); work environment (port application, steel-making plant, wood-processing plant, offshore rig, etc.).

BELKIN TRAILING SOCKETS3 line ac protection•

SURGEMASTER HOME SERIES

suitable for small home PCs and printers,

DSL/broadband, kitchen appliances, TVs,

VCR/DVD players etc.

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451-5562 HOME 4-WAY £10.19

fitted with 2m cable•

For our full range of cable chains see BOOK page 262

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FLAT PROFILE HANDLESanodised finish

fixing via four M5countersunk screws(not supplied)

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4 HOOK BUNGEE CORD8mm diametercord, 609mmun-stretchedlength

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436-0463 £2.95

SURFACECLEANING WIPES

antistatic cleaningfor glass and plastic

tub of 100

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217-3914 £3.50237-1382 £2.89

RED PLASTIC BUCKET9 litre capacity•

825-578 QTY 2 £17.74

604-618 60W £8.20

343-0460 3mm £2.00343-0432 4mm £2.40343-0404 5mm £2.95343-0381 6mm £4.20

217-8111 15mm x ½” £4.25217-8127 15mm x ¾” £4.85217-8133 22mm x ¾” £5.45

514-5899 AA BATTERIES £2.20

270-013 11 TO 16mm (QTY 5) £3.00270-035 14 TO 22mm (QTY 5) £3.20270-057 20 TO 30mm (QTY 5) £3.35

For full range see BOOK page 387

ROUGH SERVICE LAMPSTough, mains powered, GLS bayonet fitting (BC)

lamps for use in areas that are subject to high

vibration and shock.

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WING HOSE CLIPJust the job for use with hoses that are frequently

connected/disconnected, ideal for laboratories or

R&D work.

manufactured from bright zinc plated steel

unique dovetail locking and side lugs of the wing

plate guarantee a firm fixture

plastic wing cover enables greater tightness to be

obtained, and is kind to unprotected fingers

super-free running and high efficiency worm drive

provides excellent sealing

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HSS JOBBER DRILLSCost effective, ground flute drills manufactured

to DIN338 for general workshop or maintenance

applications.

point angle 118°

supplied in multiples of 5

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ECONOMY ALKALINE BATTERIESGreat value batteries offered in convenient packs of 10.

non-rechargeable, mercury-free

higher capacity than zinc chloride batteries

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BRAIDED HOSE ASSEMBLIESSuitable for use with potable water, these durable

hose assemblies have an EPDM rubber inner tube

and tough stainless steel braid outer covering.

temperature range -30 to +110°C

maximum working pressure 16bar at 20°C

nickel plated brass fittings: compression

to BSP female

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MINIATURE GASSOLDERING IRON

fits in your pocket

up to 1 hours continuous operation

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BAHCO 319 HACKSAWdual position, 90° and 45° blade angle•

442-0515 £10.85

SHALLOW POT MAGNETSmade from Alcomax IV28mm diameter

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298-0526 £5.19449-9858 £8.25

STEEL CLAW HAMMER16oz high quality steel

black vinyl moulded grip

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433-6038 £20.79

339-9375 20mm WIDTH £3.09339-9381 25mm WIDTH £3.45339-9397 30mm WIDTH £4.20339-9404 40mm WIDTH £5.29339-9410 50mm WIDTH £7.85339-9426 40mm WIDTH £5.69

LONG SHACKLE

339-9432 50mm WIDTH £8.25LONG SHACKLE

339-9448 40mm WIDTH £10.49TWIN PACK

DEWALT REINFORCER FIRE MIRRORFitted with fire mirror distortion free lenses offering toughness and a comfortable

fit with a Handgrip Pattern on the temple for a secure grip

the full rugged frame design fits securely to provide excellent

protection in the hardest conditions

tough polycarbonate lenses that are impact resistant and offer 99.9% UV protection

meets CE EN 1661F Standards

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666-751 12.7 x 12.7mm BASE 2.5mm CABLE TIE £3.00227-996 19 x 19mm BASE 3.6mm CABLE TIE £3.50229-560 29 x 29mm BASE 5mm CABLE TIE £4.00

517-4588 2FT 18W BATTEN £10.89

518-6165 SAFETY GLASSES £7.65

526-0897 X-PRESS 300 £12.76

528-8716 1mm2 TWIN & EARTH £2.80528-8722 1.5mm2 TWIN & EARTH £3.35528-8744 2.5mm2 TWIN & EARTH £4.75

10m REELS OFTWIN & EARTH

grey sheath•

483-5557 6mm OD NEUTRAL £18.66TUBE 30m COIL

483-5002 8mm OD NEUTRAL £29.17TUBE 30m COIL

483-5591 10mm OD NEUTRAL £43.40TUBE 30m COIL

721-460 6mm INLINEREGULATOR £9.43

182-4784 R1⁄4 8mm STRAIGHTADAPTOR (5 PACK) £7.20

209-7810 6mm PIPE CLIPS (40) £9.15722-198 TUBE CUTTER £5.18

PNEUMATICTUBE AND CUTTERWide range of sizes and colours of nylon

pneumatic tube are available.

Cutter

cuts all resilient tube from 4 to 14mm with

a clean cut at right angles to tube axis

spring maintains cutter in closed position

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page 629 or visit rswww.com/automation

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394-9790 9A 4kW £15.15 £14.85394-9756 12A 5.5kW £18.11 £17.76394-9712 18A 9kW £22.20 £21.77394-9683 25A 11kW £30.89 £30.28394-9649 32A 15kW £46.68 £45.76400-1877 38A 18.5kW £51.09 £50.09

NEW

X-PRESS 300 NiCD AND NiMH BATTERY CHARGERGreat value charger that comes with

four AA NiMH 2300mAh batteries.

charges AA, AAA and 9V cells

285/320mA charging current

safety timer

cells must be charged in pairs

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19 and 29mm also have mounting holes

supplied in multiples of 50

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CABLE TIE BASESHelps keep cables neat and shipshape.

UL94V-2 flame resistant nylon

self-adhesive bases

-28 to +48°C range

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3-POLE AC CONTROLLED CONTACTORS• Telemecanique TeSys D range

• utilisation AC3

• 3 N/O poles

• 1 N/O and 1 N/C auxiliary contacts

• UL and CSA approvals

• 230Vac rating

For the full range and specifications up to 125kW see BOOK page 652

HARDENED STEEL SHACKLE PADLOCKS

solid brass lock body

3 & 5 pin tumbler mechanisms

anti-pick mushroom pins

twin pack is keyed alike

double bolt locking

system on 30mm

upwards versions

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ECONOMY BARE BATTEN WITH PRISMATIC CONTROLLER

can be mounted directly on ceilings

single tube

230Vac supply

supplied with starter

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537-5488 12V 7Ah £8.25537-7305 12V 12Ah £19.30537-5501 12V 24Ah £36.75

NEWRS LEAD-ACID RECHARGEABLE BATTERIESValve regulated, sealed lead-acid batteries, maintenance-free, and at an affordable price.

3 to 5 year design life

excellent recovery from deep discharge

float or standby use

use in any orientation, except inverted

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xD-Picture Card

Video Recording - YES

Sound Recording - YES

8.0 Megapixel

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6x Digital Zoom

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OLYMPUS xD-PICTURE CARDS FUJI xD-PICTURE CARDSultra-compact size

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SONY MEMORYSTICK ANDMEMORYSTICK PRO

541-5930 £15.00

NOTEBOOK CARD READERSupports 25 different types of media card.

480-3128 512MB £34.00518-4894 1GB £49.00

611-4379 £299.00

508-7636 1GB £49.00

613-0113 £99.00 613-0135 £239.00 610-6154 £169.00

472-2546 PRO 512MB £49.00472-2552 PRO 1GB £119.00

SONY CYBER-SHOT N1

This superb camera offers a massive

8.1 effective megapixel performance,

with high sensitivity for reduced blur,

a 3˝ LCD screen with touch-screen

operation and a Carl Zeiss® Vario-

Tessar® lens.

stores up to 500 VGA images

26MB internal memory

macro focus as close as 6cm

USB 2.0 interface

PictBridge compatible

scene selection mode

16.9 mode for wide screen TV

supplied with Li-ion battery

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FUJI FINEPIX F11

A great point and shoot camera

that has the advantage of Fuji’s

outstanding low light technology,

and the capability to control exposure

manually. Voted European pocket

camera of the year 2006, it has a

high resolution LCD screen with

improved macro performance,

ideal for the more photographically

ambitious user.

2.5˝ LCD monitor, 153,000 pixels

15 to 1/2000sec shutter speed

F2.8 to F5.0 aperture

auto focus

built-in flash

USB interface

supplied with: Li-ion battery,

charger, USB and A/V cables,

strap, software and

16MB xD Picture Card™

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OLYMPUS μ[mju:] 700

Produces brilliant results, even

in low light conditions and, it’s

weatherproof.

7.1 megapixels CCD

3x optical zoom, 5x digital zoom

2.5˝ colour TFT LCD monitor with

115,000 pixels

19.1MB internal memory

xD PictureCard slot

supplied with USB and video

cables, Li-ion battery, charger, strap,

instructions and software

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FUJI FINEPIX A400 ZOOM

At last, technology made easy, an

entry level camera that equips the

starter with all they need, and spares

them the technical complexity that

can ruin a good shot. It also features

Fujifilms Super CCD sensor.

1.8˝ LCD monitor, 77,000 pixels

2 to 1/1500sec shutter speed

F3.3 to F5.5 aperture

4 scene modes

auto focus

USB interface

supplied with: alkaline batteries,

wrist strap, video & USB cables,

USB driver, FinPix viewer,

software and manual

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complete UK coverage

windscreen mount, plug and go installation

motor cycle compatible

8 hour battery life

audible and visual warning

instant distance to danger reading

clear, blue/red LCD display

50,000 location memory

no false alerts

USB database updates

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This is the ideal mobile device for

email, Internet browsing and accessing

network resources such as shared

broadband. Capable of tri-band worldwide

phone coverage, it features a 180° rotating

screen, full QWERTY keyboard, built-in Bluetooth

and WiFi for inter-device connectivity.

Congratulations to Michael Salt of CNC Sytems Surrey who won a Samsung

wireless laptop in our March Torque competition.

537-5854 256MB £14.00537-5860 512MB £19.00537-5876 1GB £34.00537-5882 2GB £54.00

544-6215 80GB £59.00544-6259 160GB £74.00544-6243 250GB £89.00544-6209 400GB £189.00544-6192 500GB £259.00

FREECOM CLASSIC SL DRIVESFreecom now offers the perfect upgrade for your PC,

the Classic SL Hard Drive, a no-nonsense external

hard drive. Just plug it in the USB port and you

instantly have a substantial increase in storage space.

fast, low noise hard drive

slimline aluminium enclosure with optimal

airflow management

hot swappable

USB 2.0 interface

supports Windows 98SE/ME/

2000/XP, Mac OS X

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manufacturers

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612-0009 RAZR V3 £149.00612-0021 RAZR V3i £219.00

612-2055 CORDLESS TELEPHONE £34.99

612-2471 ROAD ANGEL PLUS £299.00

539-5915 RHINO PRO 3000 £59.99539-5937 RHINO PRO 3000 £89.99

HARD CASE KIT

MOTOROLA RAZR V3 & V3i MOBILE PHONESUltra-slim phones that let you see who’s calling, in

colour, without opening the phone. Comes with

quad band global GSM coverage.

picture phone book

MMS (picture/photo +text +sound)

WAP2.0

USB and Bluetooth

V3:

digital camera

with 4x zoom

5MB internal memory

V3i:

MP3 player with 50 songs

digital camera with 8x zoom

12MB internal memory

and removal media card

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DYMO RHINO PRO 3000 LABEL PRINTERA practical, portable label printer specifically

designed for wire and networking, automation,

communication, HVAC and security systems.

over 150 pre-programmed text hot keys

large 13 character display and oversize keys

durable rubber bumper provides extra protection

prints on 6, 9 and 12mm tape

horizontal, vertical and

mirror printing

up to 2 lines of text in 5 text

sizes and 3 print styles

requires 6 AA batteries

RhinoPRO 3000:

supplied with 1 black-on-white

12mm tape and instructions

RhinoPRO 3000 Hard Case Kit:

rugged hard case with room

for 10 label cassettes and tools

supplied with batteries

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518-5055 DVB-T £39.00

DVB-T TV USB STICKwatch FREE TO AIR Digital TV on your notebook

or desktop

listen to FREE TO AIR Digital Radio in your office,

car, anywhere

record Digital TV shows with the Electronic

Program Guide (EPG)

detachable DVB-T antenna for the best transmission

time shift allows you to continue from where

you pause a live show

installs in seconds without opening your notebook

or desktop PC

burn recorded video to CD/DVD

USB compliant, works simultaneously

with any other USB device

compatible with Windows XP

remote control included

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LEXAR JUMPDRIVE SECURE IIpre-loaded with password protection and 256-bit AES encryption

hi-speed USB connection

data transfer indication

file shredder feature allows you to securely and thoroughly delete

files so that they can never be re-accessed or recovered

PC and Mac compatible

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up to 14 hour talk time, 100 hours standby

range: 300m outdoors, 50m indoors

AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries

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YOUR FREE GIFT

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DORO 740 DECT CORDLESS TELEPHONEEnjoy the benefits of this elegant, stylish cordless telephone with colour display,

VIP ring signals and more.

150 position phonebook

speakerphone

20 redial memories

headset outlet

5 ring tones and ringer off

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For tapes see BOOK page 146

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Published by: RS Components Limited. Registered office: Birchington Road, Weldon, Corby, Northamptonshire NN17 9RS. Registered No. 1002091. RS Components Ltd 2006. RS, and ‘Do great things’ are trademarks of RS Components Limited. An Electrocomponents Company.

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DURACELL PLUS BATTERIES long lasting dependable power

suitable for general purpose applications

higher capacity and maximum current than zinc-chloride batteries

Metric Hexagon Key Set

L-shaped short arm

chrome vanadium steel, blackened

1.5mm to 10mm

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612-7779 DVD 405E £529.00612-7741 DVD 105E £339.00

DVD 405E

1⁄3˝ 3.3 megapixel CCD imager

10x optical/120x digital zoom

2.7˝ LCD display

Dolby Digital 5.1 channel recording

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DVD 105E

1⁄6˝ 680k pixel CCD imager

20x optical/800x digital zoom

2.5˝ LCD display

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SONY HANDYCAMTwo great camcorders from Sony which let you capture

video and still images and conveniently record them

direct to DVD.

DVD-R, DVD-RW and DVD+RW compatibility

Carl Zeiss® lens

Advanced HAD™ CCD imager

Super NightShot™ Infrared System

Touch Panel SwivelScreen™ LCD Display

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624-0305 20 x AAA BATTERIES PLUS FREE HEX KEY SET £15.40624-0311 20 x AA BATTERIES PLUS FREE HEX KEY SET £15.40624-0412 10 x C BATTERIES PLUS FREE HEX KEY SET £14.20624-1112 10 x D BATTERIES PLUS FREE HEX KEY SET £15.50624-1140 10 x PP3 BATTERIES PLUS FREE HEX KEY SET £29.50

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FREE BIAX D/E 10W COMPACT FLUORESCENT LAMP

624-1803 PENDANT + FREE CFL £24.32624-1847 LAMPHOLDER + FREE CFL £22.23

ENERGY EFFICIENT PENDANT/LAMPHOLDERKeep up to date and save money, this lampholder

meets the requirements of

Part L1 of the Buildings Regulations that require new

domestic dwellings to have energy efficient lighting.

ceiling rose, 230mm heat resistant PVC flex and

10/30W 4-pin, D/E type low energy lampholder

warm start lampholder prolongs lamp life

lampholder available separately

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10-PIECE SCREWDRIVER SETChrome vanadium steel hardened and tempered with

shot-blasted tips, which are non-magnetic so making the

set suitable for use in electronics/electrical applications.

black phosphated shafts

engineer’s pattern,

cellulose acetate

handles

Contains: flared tips,

cross-recessed tips

and stubby drivers.

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614-4106 FLUKE T5 £95.00

FLUKE T5 1000 ELECTRICAL TESTER/CLAMPMETER A general purpose, electrical tester that measures ac and dc voltage, resistance and,

once its stationary open jaws slide around a conductor, the T5 safely measures

ac current up to 100A without clamping the jaws shut or breaking the circuit.

automatic measurement of ac & voltage up to 1000V

resistance up to 1000

compact design with probe storage

continuity bleeper

detachable tip probes

protected to 1000V for use in CAT III environments

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