Re: [PSES] question about overheated/swollen UPS batteries

2014-01-06 Thread Scott B. Lacey
I'm not sure what is going on with your UPS units but I think the best solution to your particular problem would be to insert a switch in series with the sounder. Then you could leave the unit on without fear of bothering the people upstairs. -

Re: [PSES] question about overheated/swollen UPS batteries

2014-01-06 Thread Scott B. Lacey
Your problem got me curious so I did a little quick research. According to Schneider Electric Storing a UPS with the battery connected can cause permanent battery damage within a few days to a week. A UPS should be stored after complete battery recharging with the battery disconnected.

Re: [PSES] Melting BNC connectors

2012-02-09 Thread Scott B. Lacey
The better quality bnc connectors are usually nickel-plated brass. If you scrape a small area the brass color will show under bright light. Also, many of the cheaper connectors use dielectric material that will soften during soldering. Scott B. Lacey

Off Topic - switch ratings

2008-11-18 Thread Scott B. Lacey
. Scott B. Lacey - This message is from the IEEE Product Safety Engineering Society emc-pstc discussion list. To post a message to the list, send your e-mail to emc-p...@ieee.org All emc-pstc postings are archived and searchable on the web at: http://www.ieeecommunities.org/emc-pstc Graphics

RE: IEC60225-5 surge test impedance?

2008-10-08 Thread Scott B. Lacey
Or, you could make a resistor by rubbing a pencil on a piece of paper as was done in an episode of the old Macgyver TV series :) Scott B. Lacey On 8 Oct 2008 at 12:35, Robert Richards wrote: This reminds me of years ago when I did board level repair. Occasionally we needed a resistor

[SPAM] Re: Teleproducts

2008-08-22 Thread Scott B. Lacey
of business or have been bought by another company. Scott B. Lacey On 22 Aug 2008 at 14:41, Daniel Roman wrote: Happy Friday everyone, I am attempting to locate a company called Teleproducts (or Tele Products) that makes (made) telecom test equipment. I have one of their units (an ATS 1000

RE: FM Modulator Information

2008-08-14 Thread Scott B. Lacey
on documents. Scott B. Lacey On 14 Aug 2008 at 0:00, Cortland Richmond wrote: A long time ago,in a company far away, I tested a wireless keyfob gadget for Part 15. We had to add metal tape in the case to reduce the field strength to Part 15 levels, as we couldn't change the circuit. Fast

RE: FM Modulator Information

2008-08-13 Thread Scott B. Lacey
Satellite radio? You can't be Sirius. :-) On 13 Aug 2008 at 16:22, Conway, Patrick R (Houston) wrote: A family member forwarded the below email. (I'm pleasantly surprised that they remember my field of work !) Does anyone on this list subscribe to XM? It would be

Re: Another Cancer Scare?

2008-07-29 Thread Scott B. Lacey
I was once told the origins of the word expert: Ex - a has-been Spurt - a drip under pressure Scott B. Lacey On 29 Jul 2008 at 13:02, Fred Townsend wrote: In court, experts can give opinion in place of  facts which is something ordinary people can't do. - This message is from the IEEE

RE: UL 2054 testing for lithium batteries

2008-07-07 Thread Scott B. Lacey
immediately after a charge. Scott B. Lacey On 7 Jul 2008 at 22:29, Scott Xe wrote: Richard, If you want to prevent the battery pack from explosion/fire, compliance of those standards might not accomplish it for the time being. UL 2054, UL 1642 and UL 60950-1 were prepared and published

RE: mobile phone safety

2008-06-18 Thread Scott B. Lacey
I suspect this is the kind of artistic license used in many TV commercials. It fits in nicely with talking cows and other absurdities. Seen in proper context most people would see it as a clever joke. I'm guessing this comes from an ad that got posted on a viral video site. On 18 Jun 2008

Re: Epoxy Bonding

2008-06-16 Thread Scott B. Lacey
provides the current source (on Lo Ohms) and the other measures millivolts. I use large alligator clips with the measurement clips inside of the ones for current. Scott B. Lacey On 16 Jun 2008 at 8:48, Price, Edward wrote: I'm curious about the effect of using a gold (or silver) loaded epoxy

Re: Chassis mount PS UL considerations

2008-06-16 Thread Scott B. Lacey
, Trained Personnel Only type) No matter which way you go the warning label(s) should be used. Scott B. Lacey On 16 Jun 2008 at 12:15, Alex Horvath wrote: Hi, I'm an EE at a small company and I have to figure out the regulatory issues on my own so apologies for rudimentary nature of my

Re: Switch

2008-06-05 Thread Scott B. Lacey
. Switches with both ac and dc ratings are a compromise. Contact spacing and switchover time will affect emi, so a case could be made that switches with similar geometry should have similar emi generation characteristics. Scott B. Lacey On 5 Jun 2008 at 10:40, Derek Walton wrote: Hi All, I

Re: VCCI logo in dxf format

2008-05-27 Thread Scott B. Lacey
The eps is in vector format, the jpg is in rastor format. If you do not receive the logo in dxf format from a list member, go to www.google.com and type eps to dxf in the search bar. There are several freeware converters available. Scott B. Lacey On 27 May 2008 at 19:40, kbalasubraman

RE: Table Location for RE Measurement

2008-05-16 Thread Scott B. Lacey
should be concentric with the turntable. Scott B. Lacey On 16 May 2008 at 9:21, Kunde, Brian wrote: Grace, You bring up an interesting subject and one I have never had a clear understanding of. I think most labs center the test table on the turntable andline up the EUT and peripherals

Re: Ethics grad work Therac-25

2008-05-11 Thread Scott B. Lacey
that by the time it reached the King he would be left with the impression that there was a cozy fire in the fireplace. It is a sad fact of human nature that messengers bearing bad news are seldom rewarded for telling the truth. This makes the test engineer's job especially difficult. Scott B

OT: Line wrap for emails

2008-05-06 Thread Scott B. Lacey
to be compatible with most of the world? I use Pegasus under Vista. Offline replies suggested due to off-topic subject. Scott B. lacey - This message is from the IEEE Product Safety Engineering Society emc-pstc discussion list.Website: http://www.ieee-pses.org/ To post a message to the list, send your

Re: New Technology

2008-05-03 Thread Scott B. Lacey
opinion has not changed. Besides, as a motorcycle owner in the Northeast, Global Warming = more riding days. Scott B. Lacey - This message is from the IEEE Product Safety Engineering Society emc-pstc discussion list.Website: http://www.ieee-pses.org/ To post a message to the list, send your e