Manufacturer/Supplier to the Pyrotechnic Community
Miscellaneous
Most of the newer laptops no longer have an RS232 serial port -
it has been replaced with one or more USB ports. This presents a
problem because our Q-fire/Q-lite products require one. This can be
resolved by using a USB to RS232 converter.
We have evaluated many of the USB to RS232 converters on the market - some work, some don't. The unit pictured is from www.pfranc.com - it is not the cheapest - but the support is the greatest!!
We carry their USB-G4
This small, inexpensive extender allows the user to extend their CAT 5 cables.
Our small "Power T"
allows the user to place the main power source anywhere within
the 'daisy chain' of Slaves. As you know, generally the power
source is connected to the last Slave on the chain. However,
on very long runs (1000 feet and greater), cable resistance may
become a problem. By placing a "Power T" in the
middle of the run, you can reduce this cable resistance by one
half.
The "Power T" could also be placed at the first Slave
for easier access to power hookup.
This is the neatest little flashlight. It is made of
anodized aluminum and has 7 white LED's. It uses one 'AA' battery -
similar to the one shown in the picture. Turn on by twisting the back
cover, untwist to turn off.