September 2007 NEW, EXPANDED AC MOTOR PRODUCT LINE  NEW! World K Series Induction, Reversible and Electromagnetic Brake Motors   Oriental Motor has expanded it's World K Series AC motor product line. All World K Series models have a built-in overheat protection device and conform to major international safety standards. UL/CSA standards, CE marking and now carry the CCC (China Compulsory Certification system) mark. A Protective Earth terminal has been added for additional safety and the motors conform to the RoHS Directive. Other new features include new extended bearing life.  The life of the motor is affected by its bearings.  Oriental Motor has adopted a high-performance bearing grease to lubricate this important component. As a result the bearings of the new World K Series motors last twice as long as our conventional bearings (excluding 1W and 3W models).     Induction Motors Ideal for uni-directional continuous operation 2-Pole, High-Speed Induction Motors Perfect for high-speed applications   Electromagnetic Brake Motors Optimal for applications in which loads must be held. Motors come with a power off activated electromagnetic brake. Reversible Motors Suitable for applications where instantaneous reversal of direction is frequently required.   Torque Motors Ideal for applications such as winding or other operations involving tension control as well as for applications requiring braking.     NEW! Gearheads for World K Series   Long-life Parallel Shaft Gearheads   Adopting innovative technologies and structures, the new "long-life parallel shaft gearheads" achieve a rated life of 10,000 hours, which is twice the life of our conventional gearheads. These reliable gearheads reduce maintenance on your equipment. The new gearheads also conform to the RoHS Directive.   Right-Angle Gearheads   Oriental Motor's right-angle hollow and solid shaft gearheads minimize the installation space on your equipment.  Available for the World K Series induction, reversible and electromagnetic brake motors these gearheads now offer an expanded range of gear ratios from 3:1 up to 180:1 and conform to the RoHS Directive. NEW! FPW Series Watertight, Dust-Resistant Induction Motors     The FPW Series geared induction motors conform to the IEC standard IP67 (recognized by UL).  They are ideal for applications where they are splashed with water or exposed to dust.   These watertight motors are available in 1/30 HP (25W), 1/19 HP (40W), 1/12 HP (60W) and 1/8 HP (90W) models and conform to the RoHS Directive.  These motors feature superb anti-corrosion properties through a special coating and new shaft material.   Oriental Motor has over 5,000 standard RoHS compliant products and many more can be special ordered to meet your RoHS needs. And each and every product comes standard with our industry-leading QUALITY, SERVICE and DELIVERY! Nearly all of Oriental Motor's products are available in RoHS compliant versions, to search for our standard RoHS products available online click here or call 1-800-GO-VEXTA (468-3982). NEW BRAKE PACK FOR AC MOTORS  NEW! SB50W Brake Pack   The SB50W provides instantaneous stop, forward/reverse operation, electromagnetic brake control and thermal protector open detection functions integrated into one unit. These brake packs can sense when the thermal protector is opened, further ensuring the safety of your equipment.  The SB50W also conforms to the RoHS Directive. Instantaneous Stop Forward/Reverse Operation Electromagnetic Brake Control Thermal Protector Open Detection Long Life, Simple Wiring and Maintenance-Free Wide Voltage Range of 100 to 230 VAC Supports Motors with 1W to 90W Output Induction Motors (except for 2-Pole type) Reversible Motors Electromagnetic Brake Motors MOTION CONTROL QUESTIONS?  ASK AN ORIENTAL MOTOR ENGINEER Oriental Motor's Engineering Team is just a click away.  Send your motion control questions to Oriental Motor's engineers and we'll publish their response in an upcoming issue of New Motion. Q:  Can I reverse the rotation direction of the AC Induction motor if I wired it as shown on the catalog, for example 4IK25GN-AWU?   A: Yes, you can. However, please make sure the motor stops completely before switching the direction. If instantaneous reversing is required, please use the reversible motor, for example 4RK25GN-AWU.   Each issue, our Engineering Team will answer our reader's motion control questions.  From how to use a stepping motor to proper motor sizing techniques and specific applications, ask an OM engineer and get your answer directly from the source.  Our engineers are dedicated to continuous research and development in motion control technology.  E-mail your motion control question to newsletter(Please be sure to include your e-mail address and contact information so our Engineering Team can follow up on your question.) Visit our "Frequently Asked Question (FAQ)" section online. Oriental Motor also offers 1-800 Technical Support.  Our Technical Support Team is qualified to answer a wide variety of questions.  Call toll free 1-800-GO-VEXTA (468-3982) to speak with an Oriental Motor associate or e-mail techsupport