News Release

Contact:
Joe North
Director of Sales and Marketing
425-746-9481

Spectrum Controls to Release New Universal Analog Module

Compact I/O Module Provides Unparalleled Flexibility and Performance

September 25, 2003—Bellevue, Washington—Spectrum Controls, Inc., a leading manufacturer of hardware and software for the industrial controls marketplace, is pleased to announce the addition of the 1769sc-IF8u Universal Analog Input Module to the Compact I/O product line. This module is designed specifically for use with the Allen-Bradley CompactLogix and MicroLogix 1500 platforms. The release of the 1769sc-IF8u is scheduled for November 2003 and will be featured at the Allen-Bradley Automation Fair 100^th Anniversary on November 18-20 in Milwaukee, WI.

The 1769sc-IF8u Universal Input Module is the preferred solution for high density and mixed analog input applications. This eight channel analog input module accepts eight current, voltage, resistance, thermocouple and four RTD inputs. Signal types may be mixed and matched to accommodate various applications. The 1769sc-IF8u offers channel update rates comparable to dedicated analog modules—with higher accuracy and resolution. The 1769sc-IF8u supports more than 28 input types including most major thermocouple and RTD configurations. All data is fully linearized and available in user-selectable engineering units. Module configuration is convenient and easy to accomplish using existing RSLogix™ programming software.

The 1769sc-IF8u offers unsurpassed performance and flexibility in any application or industry—from water/wastewater and manufacturing to food processing and oil/gas. The module reduces systems costs by eliminating the need for several dedicated analog input modules. The 1769sc-IF8u Universal Analog Input Module provides uncompromising performance and a competitive price-per-point.  

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About Spectrum Controls
Since 1983, Spectrum Controls has continued to be a premier provider of hardware and related software products for the industrial controls marketplace. Products fall into three major categories: I/O modules, human-machine interfaces and communications devices. Corporate headquarters is located in Bellevue, Washington. For more information, visit www.spectrumcontrols.com, email spectrum@spectrumcontrols.com or telephone 425-746-9481.