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PRODUCT SHOWCASE 25-turn industrial trimpots Jaycar Electronics now has available a range of 25-turn trim­p ots in values of 100Ω, 500Ω, 1kΩ, 2kΩ, 5kΩ, 10kΩ, 20kΩ, 50kΩ, 100kΩ and 1MΩ. The adjustment for the trim­ pot is located on the top which makes it easier to change any settings after equipment has been installed. Selling for $2.95 each, the pots have a power rating of 0.5W at 70°C. The pins are aligned in a row and are spaced at 2.5mm intervals. Details from Jaycar Electronics, 8-10 Leeds St, Rhodes, NSW 2138. Ph: (02) 9743 5222; Fax: (02) 9743 2066 AUDIO MODULES broadcast quality Manufactured in Australia Harbuch Electronics Pty Ltd 9/40 Leighton Pl. HORNSBY 2077 Ph (02) 9476-5854 Fx (02) 9476-3231 58  Silicon Chip Rockby Catalog Along with a very comprehensive range of everyday-type components the 188-page Rockby Electronics catalog also features a wide variety of parts, bits & pieces and hardware suitable for the electronics service industry. Of particular note are the 40 or so pages of components specifically for TV/monitor and VCR servicing. All items are well indexed and illustrated, either by line drawing or photograph, with pricing details included. Rockby Electronics, based in the Melbourne suburb of Huntingdale, claim that most items in the catalog are ex stock and will express post, overnight air freight or local courier (Melbourne only) with just a $10 minimum order. They also have a web site which often has products not featured in the catalog (www. rockby.com.au). For a copy of the 1998 Rockby electronics component catalog, contact Rockby on (03) 9562 8559, fax (03) 9562 8772 or email sales<at> rockby.com.au Panel meters for power analysis The new Elcontrol Power and harmonics analyser allows accurate monitoring of the quality of three‑phase supply, generation within an installation and the importing and exporting of power. The VIP96 PLUS is a panel‑ mou nting instrument providing visual readout as well as digital output via a multi‑drop communication. The instruments measure the value for line voltage and current power factor, analysis for voltage and current to the 24th order including percentage values as well as the individual displacement phase angles and total harmonic distortion (THD) expressed as a percentage. The VIP96 PLUS measures power (kW, kVAr) and energy with programmable integration times ranging from 1‑60 minutes. The instrument is fully programmable for any CT or PT combination. Networking software is provided by the VIPLINK/VIPLOAD and VIPVIEW packages, permitting up to 247 instruments to be linked to a central PC. For further information, contact Nilsen Technologies 150 Oxford St, Collingwood, Vic 3066. Phone (03) 9419 9999; Fax (03) 9416 1312. Dick Smith Electronics stores have available an adhesive remover which not only removes labels without damaging either the label or the surface it was on but allows the adhesive to regain its stickyness so the label can be used again. “Un-Du” is claimed to remove most types of sticky labels and tapes from paper, glass, plastic, walls, most clothing, carpet, furniture, metals and leather without leaving any adhesive residue. It comes with a tool which assists in removal. A 30ml bottle retails for $9.95 (Cat. N-1204). It is available from all Dick Smith Electronics stores and dealers. For fur- ther information, contact Dick Smith Electronics, Lane Cove & Waterloo Rds, North Ryde NSW 2113. Tel 9937 3200; Fax 9888 1507. CD pickup meter for jitter measurement Leader Instruments have released a CD Pickup meter designed for real time measurement of jitter in EFM signal output from a CD player. Stable measurements can be performed even when track jumping occurs or when measuring stained or scratched discs. The instrument automatically tracks an input signal over a range from 30mV to 3V. The measurement is compared with a preset value and displayed in GO/ NO GO format. A DC voltage proportional to the meter indication can also be obtained. For further information, contact Stantron Australia Pty Ltd, Suite 1, Unit 27/7 Anella Avenue, Castle Hill, NSW 2154. Phone (02) 9894 2377; fax (02) 9894 2386. Wideband receiver for EMC testing The new AFJ EMI modular receivers cover the frequency range from 9kHz to 1GHz and are suitable for full EMC compliance and operate in spectrum analyser mode. They are equipped with quasi‑peak detectors and can have up to 10 fixed and tuned preselector filters, providing more than 40dB attenuation for intermediate frequency, image frequency and intermodulation effects. Optional features include short and long click counting, as well as continuous interference observation via tuning to CISPR‑required frequencies. The ER55 receivers are PC‑based and are controlled by Windows software. This enables the operator to set up parameters as specified by CISPR 16 or according to individual requirements. The program allows the setting of frequency range, frequency step, selection of detectors (peak, quasi‑peak and average) and antenna correction factors. Customised software for communication with controllers of slide‑bars, turntables and antenna masts is also available. A wide range of accessories includes LISNs, bi‑tonic, log‑periodic and broadband antennas, loop antennas, near‑ field probes, passive probes and absorbing clamps. For further in­-formation, contact Westek Industrial Products Pty Ltd, Unit 2, 6‑10 Maria Street, Laverton North, Vic 3026. Phone (03) 9369 8802; Fax (03) 9369 8006. ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS & ACCESSORIES RANGE OF ICs, RESIS•  LARGE TORS, CAPACITORS & OTHER COMPONENTS •  MAIL ORDERS WELCOME! CROYDON STORE ONLY ELECTRONIC DISPOSALS CLEARANCE! FRAME 240V INDUCTION •  OPEN MOTORS 600 WATT AND 900 WATT. 600 WATT - $15 EACH OR 10 FOR $100 900 WATT - $18 EACH OR 10 FOR $120 VARIETY OF DISPOS•  LARGE ALS TRANSFORMERS AT GIVEAWAY PRICES! Croydon Ph (03) 9723 3860 Fax (03) 9725 9443 MilduraPh (03) 5023 8138 Fax (03) 5023 8511 M W OR A EL D IL C ER O M E "Un-Du" adhesive remover Truscott’s ELECTRONIC WORLD Pty Ltd ACN 069 935 397 30 Lacey St Croydon Vic 3136 24 Langtree Ave Mildura Vic 3500 P.C.B. Makers ! If you need: •  P.C.B. High Speed Drill •  P.C.B. Guillotine •  P.C.B. Material – Negative or Positive acting •  Light Box – Single or Double Sided – Large or Small •  Etch Tank – Bubble or Circulating – Large or Small •  U.V. Sensitive film for Negatives •  Electronic Components and •  •  Equipment for TAFEs, Colleges and Schools FREE ADVICE ON ANY OF OUR PRODUCTS FROM DEDICATED PEOPLE WITH HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE Prompt and Economical Delivery KALEX 40 Wallis Ave E. Ivanhoe 3079 Ph (03) 9497 3422 FAX (03) 9499 2381 •  ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED October 1998  59