Distrelec is a leading European distributor of electronics, automation and measurement technology. It introduces the newest products and cutting-edge technologies from top and leading manufacturers. Distrelec has a presence on a regional level in 15 European countries, as well as distribution hubs in Switzerland, Netherlands, and in the UK. The cornerstones of Distrelec are anticipating client needs, having a clear service orientation, and continuously improving customer support.
This year Distrelec was celebrating its 50th birthday so we have gathered the top 10 best-selling products out of over 130 000 different products sold across over 2 million individual orders in 2022. Have a look below and find out if you already have one at your workbench!
1. Ethernet Switch, Moxa
The Moxa, EDS-205 series EtherDevice switches are entry-level 5-port Ethernet switches that provide a cost-effective solution for your industrial Ethernet connection. The EDS-205 Series supports DC power input from 12 to 48 V. These switches can operate from -10°C to 60°C, and the rugged hardware design makes the EDS-205 switches perfect for ensuring that your Ethernet equipment can be used for demanding industrial applications.
2. Data Acquisition System, Keysight
The DAQ970A / DAQ973A data acquisition systems from Keysight have high quality switching and an advanced 6 ½ digit DMM (digital multimeter) built-in that allows you to measure accurately.
Other features:
- A simple user interface with low per-channel cost
- Modular flexibility and standard connectivity
- Enhances the efficiency and dependability of processes or machines
- Improved temperature accuracy and measurement rates
- Superior measurement performance
- Adaptability, and connectivity options
- High-quality switching and measurements in compact, cost-effective systems provide the highest value
- Can be used with industry standards and modular LXI (LAN eXtensions for Instrumentation) and VXI (VME eXtensions for Instrumentation) solutions
To find out more about the Keysight data acquisition system, read this article.
3. Benchtop Digital Multimeter, Keithley
With increased measurement features and best-in-class measurement insight, the DMM6500 benchtop digital multimeter from Keithley is a contemporary bench/system DMM. The most recognisable feature of the DMM6500’s is its 5-inch (12.7 cm) capacitive touch screen display that makes it simple to view, interact with, and study measurements with “pinch and zoom” ease.
Beyond its display technology, the DMM6500’s outstanding analogue measurement performance offers 25 PPM basic DCV accuracy for one year and 30 PPM for two years, perhaps allowing you to extend your calibration cycles.
4. I/O Module 6 DI, 6 Relays Ethernet, Moxa
The ioLogik E1200 Series of Ethernet Remote I/O units from Moxa supports the most often-used protocols for retrieving I/O data, making it capable of handling a wide variety of applications. It is suitable for factory automation, security, and surveillance, and tunnelled connections can employ daisy-chained Ethernet to create multidrop I/O networks using regular Ethernet lines.
Moxa’s Smart I/O makes it possible for both IT and OT engineers to conveniently retrieve data from the same I/O device. The ioLogik E1200 Series speaks six different protocols, including Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP, and Moxa AOPC for OT engineers, as well as SNMP, RESTful API, and Moxa MXIO library for IT engineers. The ioLogik E1200 retrieves I/O data and converts the data to any of these protocols at the same time, allowing you to get your applications connected easily and effortlessly.
5. DC Power Supply, Mean Well
The Mean Well series of switched-mode power supplies offers 3000W single output AC to DC embedded switch mode power supply with output current rating of 62.5A at 48VDC. It has a universal input supply voltage rating from 180VAC to 264VAC and 254VDC to 370VDC.
Features:
- Switching, wide input voltage range
- Active power factor correction (PFC)
- Protected against short-circuits, overload and over-temperature
- Over-voltage protected output
- Parallel connection possible up to 3 units
- Forced air cooling by built-in fan with speed control function
- 12V/0.1 A auxiliary power (For remote control)
- Remote On-Off
- Remote sense function
- Alarm signal output
6. Pressure Compensating Plug, W. L. Gore Associates GmbH
The Protective Vents Screw-In Series from Gore is designed to offer oleophobic defence and endure the mechanical strains of demanding conditions. For all your application needs, choose from a wide range of sizes and performance options.
Features:
- Increased safety
- Reliable protection
- Simple to install thanks to rugged screw-in construction
- Rugged durability as it is engineered for chemical, UV and temperature resistance, and hydrolytic stability
- Full traceability for all vents with thread size M6 and M12
- Flammability resistance
- Reduces condensation by allowing air exchange
7. Advanced Cable and Network Tester Kit, Fluke Networks
The LinkIQ Cable and Network Tester from Fluke is the testing solution to verify cable performance up to 10 Gb/s and solve network connectivity problems. LinkIQ validates cable performance using frequency-based measurements and provides distance to fault information along with a wire map of the cable under test.
Features:
- Cable performance testing up to 10GBASE-T via frequency-based measurements
- Network features include Nearest Switch Diagnostics including advertised data rate, switch name and port number, and VLAN
- Power over Ethernet verification – Detects the PoE class (1-8) and power, and performs a load test of available PoE from the connected switch
- Displays cable length, wire map, and distance to open or short
- Manage results and print reports from LinkWare PC
8. Bench Top Power Supply, Rohde & Schwarz
The Rohde & Schwarz HMP power supply series is primarily intended for industrial application. These sturdy instruments are perfect for a variety of applications thanks to their two, three, or four output channels and up to 10 A output current per channel. They provide a lot of protection features along with excellent efficiency and minimal residual ripple. The best-selling HMP4040 from the series offers a maximum voltage of 128 V or a maximum current of 40 A.
9. Modbus Gateway, Moxa
The MB3180, MB3280, and MB3480 from Moxa are standard Modbus gateways that convert between Modbus TCP and Modbus RTU/ASCII protocols.
Other features:
- Easy hardware setup and configuration
- Up to 16 simultaneous Modbus TCP masters are supported with up to 31 RTU/ASCII slaves per serial port
- Up to 32 TCP slaves are supported
- 1 Ethernet port and 1, 2, or 4 RS-232/422/485 ports
10. DIN Rail Power Supply, Mean Well
The single output industrial DIN RAIL Power Supply from Mean Well has two phase wide input range 180-550 VAC and offers high efficiency up to 94%.
Other features:
- Built-in active PFC (WDR-240/480)
- Protected against short-circuits, overload and over-temperature
- Over-voltage protected output
- Adjustable output voltage
- DC OK relay contact
- 3 year warranty
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