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Feb 2010
IFM Electronic Sensors, Hydraulic Oil Testing Kits, Kar-Tech Mega Remote
Hyspecs now stocks the IFM range of electronic sensors, manufactured in Germany. The sensors all feature G¼”BSPP male threads with seal. Electrical connection is the M12 industrial standard. For customers who are not using their own M12 wiring loom we stock a 90 degree wireable plug.
The PK pressure switches are ideally suited to accumulator load/unload systems as they feature high and low setpoints on one switch. The pressure setpoints can be adjusted without tools or hydraulic pressure.
For mobile applications we also have a plastic cover that fits over the PK and TK sensors to protect them against mud, dust and splashed water. The sensors are all stainless steel metal parts.
Specifications/Downloads:
IFM Pressure Switch, 0-250 or 400 bar, normally open or closed switch
IFM Pressure Sensor, 0-250 or 400 bar, 4...20mA analogue output
IFM Temperature Switch, 16-140 degrees Celsius, normally open or closed switch
For more information or to purchase one of these IFM sensors please drop us an email by clicking here or talk with one of our sales engineers by calling one of the numbers listed on the "Contact Us" page.
Hydraulic Oil Testing Kits
Castrol oil sample analysis kits are now available from Hyspecs.
The $72 + GST list price of the kit includes postage to Castrol Christchurch and the test cost. Castrol offer a 24 hour turn around on the sample and results can be e-mailed directly to you. You can also request a 6 hour turn around if it is an emergency.
Hyspecs is also stocking Castrol Hyspin AWS oil in 20 litre packs (with handy built in pour spouts) and 205 litre drums.
"The Castrol Hyspin AWS Hydraulic Oil range has been formulated using premium mineral base stocks and incorporates the latest low zinc additive technology to provide outstanding anti-wear properties and thermal stability performance. The Castrol Hyspin AWS Hydraulic Oils have excellent hydrolytic stability providing superior wet and dry filterability and wet and dry pump performance. The Castrol Hyspin AWS range effectively control sludge and deposit formation whilst providing excellent corrosion protection to the ferrous and yellow metal components within the hydraulic system."
Click on the following link for more information: Castrol Hyspin AWS 46 - 20 litre or 205 litre drum
Order your hydraulic oil/testing kit today by dropping us an email, shopping online or by calling one of our sales engineers on the numbers listed on the "Contact Us" page.
Kar-Tech Mega Remote
Hyspecs is pleased to introduce a new offering from Kar-Tech - the Mega radio system. The basic concept - these Mega’s would come with 9, 12 or 20 outputs, which could be programmed latching or maintained by Hyspecs or the end user. These units are to activate 12 or 24 volt on/off valves with no logic, very similar to our Mini’s. You push a button and something happens.
As always, we can make the Mega’s custom to your request, but this is a standard offering that can fill many rolls, straight off the shelf.
MEGA Overview
Kar-Tech's MEGA series transmitter melds rugged durability and an exceptionally intelligent wireless module together in an ergonomic, handheld-sized enclosure.
The glass filled nylon enclosure was designed to be extremely shock-resistant: it's further surrounded by a protective boot, and holds room for up to 25 pushbuttons, single or dual action, in various layouts or 18 with the optional backlit LCD display.
The electronics are based on our standard best-in-class wireless platform or our award winning MINI series system. Both systems incorporate full two-way communication to alert the operator at the handheld of any machine-side information: low battery, error codes, sensor inputs, etc.
The MEGA is flexible enough to mate with our low cost MINI receiver, our high-powered VC-series receivers, or our industrial line of receivers for in-plant operation.
Easy access to the sealed battery compartment allows the user to swap out batteries quickly without damaging the internal components, and we have designed this system with a low parts count so that every item is field-replaceable by the end user.
Download the brochure here. Visit the Kar-Tech website here.
Call Hyspecs for more information or drop us an email by clicking here.
Dec 2009
Christmas/New Years Hours
What a year. Can I safely say for everyone that I'm glad it's over!? As predicted it wasn't easy with the world going through a major recessionary correction. However half way through the year it was announced that NZ had officially come out of recession with the tiniest of growth margins. We feel that things are definitely on the up so fingers crossed.
So now its time for a few quiet ones beside the beach, pool, BBQ... Most staff at Hyspecs will be away but a few will be available at all times to provide backup for your urgent requirements.
Hyspecs opening hours for the coming Christmas and New Year break period (25th of December to the 5th of January) will be:
All Stat days and Weekends - closed, however we have engineers on call for your urgent sales or service requirements - mobile phone details for the engineer on call will be available by calling your local branch using the numbers listed on the Contact Us page. Website/email orders will still be monitored as per normal.
All other days - we will be open for normal business.
The staff at Hyspecs wishes to thank you for your loyal support over the past 12 months. We couldn't have survived without you! Have a Very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. We look forward to working with you again in 2010. 
Warm regards
Nick Cottier
Marketing & IT Manager
Nov 2009
Cartridge Catalogue Update, HydraForce Pressure Reducer & iDesign V3
The 2009/2010 Hyspecs Cartridge Catalogue is now available. Updates include pricing, a new Cetop Subplate and Module section and more valving across the range.
The full version, available as either a download or on CD includes a product library with specification sheets on all cartridge valves listed. Click here to download your copy from our website.
For over 30 years Hyspecs have offered comprehensive high quality hydraulic cartridge valves for the mobile and industrial equipment markets. We are designing and manufacturing cartridge manifolds using an extensive range of cartridges from HydraForce, Command Controls and Sun to
meet virtually any need encountered in
machine design for flow rates of 0.4 to 500 l/min.
Cartridge valving offers hydraulic system design engineers and customers an unlimited range of integral circuit design possibilities. With the extensive range of cartridges available, entire system valving can be housed in one manifold, saving on hoses & fittings, installation time and space. Having all of the valves in one block also eliminates possible leakage points and the chance of failure.
The latest Cartridge Catalogue is designed to make it easy to find the right valve for the job; we've used the latest CAD program technology to generate virtual manifolds with cut away views to show the internal workings of the valve. Click here to download the Hyspecs Cartridge Catalogue.
To order your copy of the Cartridge Catalogue on CD and/or printed hardcopy please send me an email request by clicking here. Don't forget to include your physical mailing address.
HydraForce Pressure Reducer - PRES50-30
Hyspecs is pleased to announce the release of the new HydraForce PRES50-30 Pressure Reducing Valve.
This valve can withstand 5000 psi/ 345 bar at the inlet of the steel adapter allowing you to plumb high pressure into an aluminium manifold.
In many applications the primary machine function uses a high pressure (up to 345 bar/5000 psi) pump, while there are secondary or pilot circuits that are connected to the same pump but do not require, or cannot withstand, full system pressure. In order to reduce the main circuit pressure to a lower range for the auxiliary functions, there is often a large steel or ductile iron manifold which uses a pressure reducing valve to decrease the high inlet pressure.
Using the new PRES50-30, the secondary manifold for the lower pressure auxiliary functions can be aluminium, reducing both cost and weight. The main system pressure is plumbed directly into the steel adapter of the PRES50-30, which can withstand up to 5000 psi. In the adapter, pressure is reduced to between 450 and 800 psi for downstream functions.
The PRES50-30 is rated for flows up to 11.3 lpm/3 gpm, making it suitable for most pilot and secondary applications. It is a direct-acting, spool-type pressure reducing valve which acts as a pressure regulating device for secondary circuits with stable input flow.
Click here for the HydraForce PRES50-30 press-release.
Click here to download the PRES50-30 technical datasheet.
If you would like to know more about the new PRES50-30 valve or wish to purchase one talk with one of our sales engineers today by using the contact numbers listed on the Contact Us page, or drop us an email by clicking here.
HydraForce iDesign V3
Now You Can Easily Create Custom Integrated Manifolds.
HydraForce's new i-Design Hydraulic System Design Software allows you to create custom integrated manifolds from the very beginning design stages all the way through pricing and quoting to your customers. And the best part is that it’s FREE!!!
i-Design Version 3 incorporates the schematic layout and pricing tool from previous versions with the addition of a 3D layout tool. This new feature greatly improves communication throughout the design cycle, from specification with by the OEM designer through the manifold design.
Used in house and by Hyspecs customers, iDesign gives us the ability to collaborate on a design easily and efficiently, getting the whole design completed in a fraction of the time it would otherwise take, with traditional methods.
To order your free HydraForce iDesign CD either call one of our sales engineers today by using the contact numbers listed on the Contact Us page, or drop us an email by clicking here.