March 2010

Now Stocking AIE Impulse Heat Sealers

by Andy on March 29, 2010

Our CIO Glen mentioned several posts ago that we’re now stocking AIE heat sealers with and without cutters. These heat sealers are UL approved and can be used with KEL-F, MYLAR, POLYFLEX, P.V.A., POLYETHYLENE, POLYURETHANE, POLYVINYLCHLORIDE, POLYPROPYLENE, PLIOFILM, TIVAC, SARAN and a variety of other heat sealable materials.

Here’s a video of the one of the hand sealers w/cutter in action.

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Hakko has recently released the newest addition to their fume extraction family. If you’re a big fan of Hakko then you probably know the Hakko 493-10 smoke absorber has been discontinued, but no worries, it has been replaced with the Hakko FA400 fume absorber.

The FA400-04 is a bench top fume absorber that can be used in a low profile position (horizontal), standing up (vertical) or attached to an arm stand. If the unit is used in a low profile position, the air flow is 2.6 times greater then when the smoke absorber is used in a vertical position.

Hakko FA-400 Fume ExtractorHakko FA-400 Fume Extractor

 

 

 

 

Features of the Hakko FA400-04:

  • Operates quietly
  • ESD-safe by design
  • Uses the same filters and accessories that the 493-10 used
  • Carbon activated filter eliminates 80% of odors; special high efficiency filter (sold separately) can remove up to 90% of airborne particles
  • Power consumption: 13W
  • Absorption capacity without filter: Approx. 37.79 ft³/min.
  • Outer dimensions: 5.5”(W) x 3.0”(H) x 7.3”(D)

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[CIO News] We’re busting at the seams!

by Andy on March 19, 2010

Thanks to all of the great customers out there, we’ve been growing even in the recent economic decline. In response to that we’ve had to make some purchasing and inventory logistics changes. That means more in-stock items and potentially lower pricing for items we’re now buying in larger quantities. Be on the lookout for pricing drops, more items in-stock, and more product SKUs on our web site.

The growth we’ve been experiencing has also coincided with some lead time problems due to manufacturer backlog and overall fulfillment problems. Please be patient with us while we try to obtain the items from the manufacturers.  We are trying to get the out-of-stock products you order as fast as we can and will continue to try to expedite your requests.

[On The Web Now]

3M EM Eye Meters - The new ESD/EMI/RF meters are now available from 3M. Test a combination of field types with one meter and an assortment of sensors.

http://www.all-spec.com/specials/new.html?brand=3M&promo=new

Apex Sockets – 1/4″, 1/2″, and 3/8″ industrial sockets are now available in many sizes. Inventory is already available for the most popular sizes.

http://www.all-spec.com/specials/new.html?brand=Apex&promo=new

Crescent Ratcheting Wrenches – Metric and Standard reversible ratcheting wrenches are available in standard sizes.

http://www.all-spec.com/specials/new.html?brand=Crescent&promo=new

Better Bag Sealer, Great Low Price - We’re now offering AIE (American International Electric) bag sealers and repair kits in 8″, 12″, 16″ and 20″ versions. An assortment of 2mm and 5mm sealing widths are offered, as well as models with built-in excess material cutters. These sealers are UL listed and production quality, with a lower price tag than our previous 6000 series sealers. More models will be added soon.

http://www.all-spec.com/specials/new.html?brand=AIE&promo=new

-Glen Batchelor [CIO/CTO]

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The Danaher Tool Group, known for their Allen and Armstrong tool lines, has been working to restructure several of their brands. After some rearranging, there is now a clearly defined purpose/goal for each of their tool lines.

Allen Logo Their value line is now the Allen line of tools. Allen is typically known for their hex keys but they also offer some really nice quality hand tool sets.

Tools found under the Allen name include multiple tool sets, sockets/ratchets, wrenches, screwdrivers/nut drivers and pliers/snips.

Allen tools are designed for tradesmen such as mechanical contractors, framers, electricians and road construction workers. Basically any one who needs a high quality tool at a low price can benefit from owning Allen tools.

GearWrench Logo GearWrench (which we don’t carry) is Danaher’s middle-of -the-line tools designed for their productivity.

Armstrong Logo Lastly, Armstrong remains Danaher’s top-of-the-line tool brand. These tools are designed for strength and for use in heavy industrial applications including refineries, steel construction, MRO and more. Armstrong offers tools in a variety of categories including:

  • Multiple tool sets
  • Tool storage
  • Sockets/ratchets
  • Impact sockets
  • Wrenches
  • Ratcheting wrenches
  • Screwdrivers/nut drivers
  • Pliers/snips
  • Striking tools
  • Torque tools
  • Pullers
  • Work holding tools
  • Cutting tools
  • Auto specialty tools
  • C-clamps

In addition to top-of-the-line quality, Armstrong tools are also offered in larger sizes i.e. 2.5” drive impact sockets, wrenches up to 2.75”, structural wrenches up to 2” and 1” drive torque wrenches.

Some Allen part numbers are now part of the Armstrong line, for help finding a product call (800-537-0351) or e-mail our customer service.

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A little over a month ago we explained the basic parts of a Weller Zero-Smog fume extractor. But, I’m guessing many of you would like to see the visual evidence of the dangerous gases and particles that could be in your lungs if they weren’t eliminated by a fume extractor.

The nice people over at Weller wrote an awesome post about the results of 90 minutes of soldering. It’s a great read if you are debating the expense of purchasing a fume extractor. The article proves it is important to use some sort of fume extraction even if you solder as a hobby after work or on the weekends.

To influence you even more, here’s a preview.

Weller Fume Filter

{photo credit: Weller Zero-Smog Blog}

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