Haydon Kerk’s Programmable Linear Actuator features 20 in. stroke length

Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions (www.HaydonKerk.com) has released the Haydon RoHS compliant IDEA Size 23 Non-captive Linear Actuator, which combines programmable control and high-output force, rotary to linear motion, stepper drive in a single integrated package. The linear actuator delivers an output force of up to 200 lb ft (890 N) and linear travel per step ranging between 0.000125″ (0.0031 mm) and 0.005″ (0.127 mm).

Featuring an easy-to-use graphic user interface, the configuration of the IDEA programmable linear actuator offers a stroke length of up to 20 inches with various screw pitches, effectively enabling fine-resolution linear motion. The programmable linear actuator is ideally suited for precision fluid dispensing, motion systems for optics and lasers, small gantry robots, high-resolution imaging as well as in other applications demanding precision linear motion.

Instead of using proprietary programming languages or other complicated command sets, the actuator is programmed using an on-screen graphic buttons. Using interactive debug feature, the software enables the system designer to troubleshoot programs easily through multiple-line or line-by-line program execution. Inputs and outputs can also be simulated in the software before connecting actual I/O hardware.

The IDEA programmable linear actuator also features eight opto-isolated general purpose I/O, 3.85 Arms max rated current per phase with a 30 percent boost current capability for ramping and a single supply voltage of 12 to 75 VDC. The inputs are rated for five VDC to 24 VDC, 4mA maximum per input, while the outputs are open collector, five VDC to 24 VDC, 200mA max per output.

Programmable Linear Actuator from Haydon Kerk

Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions has broadened its IDEA™ line of programmable linear actuators with a RoHS compliant, easy-to-use electronic drive and fully programmable control unit integrated with a linear actuator. The compact, versatile unit is ideally suited for equipment or systems that require a small footprint. The IDEA platform also has added the capability of communication using an RS-485 data protocol, overcoming the limitations of other drive communication methods and making the RS-485 IDEA programmable linear actuator perfect for industrial applications.

The main advantage for using the RS-485 protocol, especially for industrial equipment such as stepper drives, industrial motor drives, and servo systems, is the ability for long data transmissions that exhibit excellent immunity to electrical noise. The RS-485 protocol utilizes “differential” signal lines for limiting common mode noise coupling and twisted pair cabling for cancelling out induced noise current. These allow IDEA devices to communicate over a 1000-foot network without the need for termination resistors and to reach up to 256 addressable device nodes. An industrial controller can send commands to all the drives at once or control each drive separately when assigned a unique identifier, a number between 0 and 255. To download the entire IDEA Drive Communications Guide, visit www.idea-drive.com.

Among the hardware features of the IDEA Drive platform are programmable current control, a single supply voltage of 12 to 48 VDC, 2.6Arms (3.68Apeak) max rated current per phase, and 8 opto-isolated general purpose I/O. The inputs are rated for 5 to 24 VDC, 4mA max per input. The outputs are open collector, 5 to 24 VDC, 200mA maximum per output.

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Motorized Linear Rail System features space saving fold-over design

Linear motion products manufacturer Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions (www.haydonkerk.com) has announced that its Kerk® RGS/RGW linear rail platform now comes with a 180° folded-over motorized design. The design permits for a small footprint linear actuator system suitable for precision motion applications in space-limited work environments.

The folded-over linear rail offers all the necessary components for a complete motion subassembly, including the belt and pulley, stepper motor, bearing supports, precision lead screw, and rail with load carriage. Its rail also offers the ability to mount sensors in the integrated dovetail grooves.

With a fiberglass reinforced neoprene timing belt and lightweight aluminum pulleys, the available standard drive ratios from the motor to the screw are 1:1, 1:2 and 2:1, while the screw leads available range between 0.050 in/rev and 1.2 in/rev. A 0.125 thousandths positioning resolution can be achieved by using a 0.050 in/rev lead screw, a 200 step/rev stepper motor and a 2:1 ratio. For high-speed applications, a 1.2 in/rev lead screw and a 1:2 pulley ratio offers a maximum speed of over seven in/s.

To ensure accurate and repeatable positioning, all RGW and RGS linear rail are designed with wear-compensating anti-backlash driven carriages as standard. The 303 stainless steel lead screw and splined aluminum guide rail are coated with Kerkote® TFE coating, giving a permanently lubricated surface. The folded-over motorized RGS delivers a maximum load capacity of 35 lbs in the hanging/gantry load position and 35 lbs in the “Z” direction. Maximum “pitch” moment is 5.66 in-lbs, while maximum “yaw” and “roll” moment is 3.25 in-lbs.

Haydon Kerk’s 36mm Linear Actuator features a special adapter plate

Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions (www.haydonkerk.com), one of the world’s leading manufacturers of linear motion products, has integrated the famous 36 mm G4 linear actuator with a special adapter plate. This makes the smaller 36 mm OD unit an ideal alternative for 46 mm and 42 mm units in current applications.

Aside from exceeding the performance of comparable size actuators, the new G4 linear actuator also offers performance similar to that of larger 46 mm and 42 mm linear actuators from different manufacturers. Using the same pilot surface and bolt pattern, users can easily replace the 46 mm and 42 mm units with the 36 mm unit with adapter plate.

The 36 mm G4 linear actuator is not only cost efficient, it is also more compact making it suitable for users working in environments where space is a premium. It also delivers a force output ranging between 70 N and 260 N (16 lb to 58 lb).

It employs state-of-the-art technologies to meet high-performance requirements as well as to extend its reliability. This compact linear actuator is specifically designed with optimized teeth geometry with high-energy neodymium magnets to achieve a higher continuous force output. Offering 20 percent higher output force, the new G4 integrated the latest larger bearings and custom-engineered plastics for higher axial load capacity and greater rotor support.

The new linear actuator is suitable for a vast array of applications, such as bar code scanning devices, medical equipment, laboratory instrumentation, printing equipment and other mechanisms that demands high force in a compact package.

Haydon Kerk widens IDEA programmable linear actuators portfolio

Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions (www.haydonkerk.com) has expanded its portfolio of IDEA programmable linear actuators.

Featuring fully programmable control unit with built-in linear actuator and easy-to use, RoHS compliant electronic drive, the versatile unit is ideal for systems or equipment that demand a small footprint. The RS-485 data protocol allows the new IDEA platform to communicate and overcome the limitation of various drive communication methods, effectively making it a programmable linear actuator suitable for industrial applications.

The most important advantage offered by the RS-485 protocol, particularly in industrial equipment such as industrial motor drives, stepper drives and servo systems, is its capacity to provide excellent immunity from electrical noise during long data transmissions. The protocol uses twisted pair cabling to eliminate induced noise current and “differential” signal lines to reduce common mode noise coupling, enabling IDEA devices to reach a maximum of 256 addressable device nodes and to communicate more than a 100-foot network without requiring for termination resistor. The industrial controller also has the ability to immediately transmit commands to all the drives or control each drive independently when assigned a distinct identifier, such as a number from 0 to 255.

Featured hardware of the IDEA Drive platform includes a single supply voltage of 12 to 48 VDC, programmable current control, eight opto-isolated general purpose I/O and 2.6Arms (3.68Apeak) maximum rated current per phase. The inputs are rated between five and 24 VDC, 4mA maximum per input, while the outputs are open collector ranging from five to 24 VDC, 200mA maximum per output.

Haydon unveils new linear actuators

Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions (www.haydonkerk.com) has proudly released an exceptional line of hybrid stepper motor linear actuators that offer new avenues for equipment designers who require exceptional endurance and high performance in a small package. Its numerous patent pending designs utilize a proprietary manufacturing process, which integrates engineering thermoplastics in the stainless steel acme lead screw and the rotor drive nut. This enables the linear actuator to be more durable, more efficient and much quieter than the bronze nut and v-thread configuration generally used in other linear actuators. Motor life is enhanced more than 10 times compared to the traditional bronze nut style – and it does not affect the cost and requires no maintenance. It also features a bearing pre-load adjustment that does not protrude from the motor configuration usually used in other actuators.

Haydon’s hybrid linear actuators consist of six sizes, from 21 to 87 mm square corresponding to NEMA size 11, 8, 17, 14, 34 and 23. Each size comes in three designs – non-captive, captive and an external linear version. There are more than 20 different travels per step available, from .001524 mm (.00006 inch) to .127 mm (.005 inch). It also allows micro stepping to achieve even finer resolution.

Haydon’s linear actuators are suitable for applications that require a combination of rapid motion, long life and precise positioning. Typical applications include X-Y tables, semiconductor handling, medical equipment, valve control, telecommunications equipment and numerous other uses.

Haydon releases one inch can-stack linear actuator with proximity sensor

Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions (www.haydonkerk.com), a leading manufacturer of precision linear motion products, has released the latest 25000 Series one inch captive linear actuators, which integrate end-of-stroke proximity sensors. The sensors use the technology of miniature hall effect in an IC package placed directly on the actuator. The non-contact operation of the switch provides the unlimited on-off life cycle in the sensors’ hall effect technology. The company’s can stack linear actuator with proximity sensors is suitable for limited space applications.

With the use of a rare earth magnet fitted directly at the internal screw’s end, the sensor achieves a highly repeatable on/off signal. The in and out movement of the screw allows the magnet to move forward and away from the sensor face, enabling the device to switch states. Purposely designed to function in a digital switch mode, the proximity sensor utilizes an open-collector output via a NPN transistor switch incorporated in the sensor. The proximity switch is a device comprised of three wires, requiring a minimum voltage of 3.8 VDC to a maximum of 24 VDC with a current consumption of 10mA max.

The company’s latest 25000 Series is part of the G4 portfolio of high-output can stack linear actuators whose performance are “second to none” when compared to actuators of its kind in the market. Improvements include high energy neodymium magnets, custom engineered polymers, optimized stator tooth geometry, and larger ball bearings for increased rotor support and axial loading.

Programmable Motorized SplineRail™ Linear Actuator from Haydon Kerk

Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions, Inc. introduces the Programmable Motorized SplineRail™ Linear Actuator. The Programmable SplineRail combines mechanical drive, guidance, and control in a single, compact component. The system uses a Size 17 single stack or double stack stepper motor with the integrated Haydon™ IDEA™ Drive.

The IDEA Drive technology incorporates a custom designed graphic user interface for easy programming through the use of on-screen buttons instead of complicated command sets typically seen in programmable drive architectures. The graphic user interface also allows the program to be “tested” using a line by line execution feature for easy troubleshooting and modification.

The SplineRail technology utilizes a Kerk® precision rolled lead screw, supported by bearings and contained within a concentric aluminum spline, driving an integrated Kerkite® composite polymer nut/bushing. The extruded aluminum spline offers excellent torsional stability. KerKote® TFE coating and self-lubricating Kerkite nut/bushing material ensure long life and zero maintenance.

When mounted vertically, the programmable SplineRail can also be used to simultaneously lift and rotate (Z-theta motion). With one motor driving the screw and a second rotating the rail, a compact, self-supporting pick and place mechanism can be created. Screw leads are available from 0.05” to 1.2” per revolution providing a wide range of performance profiles, including self-locking threads that can support a load without external power or breaks. Haydon Kerk specializes in custom solutions and the SplineRail is a versatile platform to build upon.

Typical applications include pick-and-place mechanisms and robotic assemblies in life sciences instrumentation, semiconductor equipment, business machines, packaging and assembly, and a wide range of factory automation applications. Combined with Haydon Kerk’s broad offering of motion control components, the programmable SplineRail can be used to create custom systems for many types of motion.

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High Resolution Linear Actuator from Haydon Kerk

Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions, Inc introduces the high resolution 19000 series captive linear actuator. This new 20mm diameter can-stack has a 7.5 degree step angle resulting in smaller move increments and finer positioning ability.

The Haydon™ High Resolution 19000 Series is a high output, compact linear actuator ideal for precision motion applications requiring a small footprint. The 7.5 degree 19000 easily outperforms all other offerings of similar size in the marketplace today in force output, dependability, and positioning resolution.

The 19000 Series high resolution linear actuator is the newest addition to a larger family of 4th generation high output linear actuators designed and built with performance and durability in mind. Technical enhancements include optimized stator tooth geometry, high energy neodymium magnets, custom engineered plastics, and larger ball bearings for greater rotor support for maintaining accuracy and repeatability over a long life.

The high output can-stack line provides exceptionally high force-to-size ratios and is ideal for a variety of applications including precision medical equipment, scientific instrumentation, scanning devices, printing equipment, hand held devices, advanced optics, and other mechanisms requiring high force in a small package size.

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Haydon Kerk’s fully configurable CAD Models for RGS Linear Rail Systems

Haydon Kerk Motion Solutions (www.HaydonKerk.com) is proud to announce the release of the fully configurable and downloadable CAD Models for the entire line of Haydon Kerk’s RGS linear rail systems. CAD download’s availability includes non-motorized and motorized linear rail systems with the flexibility to modify/change such features as number of carriages, rail length, motor voltage, motor step angle, screw resolution and other parameters. Optional IDEA™ integrated programmable drive system can also be added to several linear rail configurations. Though more than 10,000 possible linear rail configurations are available in the CAD system, the company will customize any system for the specific needs of the application.

All RGS linear rail systems have anti-backlash and wear-compensating driven carriages to insure accurate and repeatable positioning. Moving surfaces include Kerkite’s engineered polymers operating on Kerkote TFE coating to provide stable and strong platform for several linear motion applications. RGS linear rails come with screw leads that range from 0.025in to 2.0in. When RGS linear rail systems are combined with optional Haydon motors, the systems provide linear travel resolution that ranges from 0.0000625in per step to 0.010in per step.

Through the combined multiple technologies in a single linear rail assembly, the premier manufacturer is able to enhance system integration for the end user or OEM. The overall cost is also lessened through the simplification of product development with only fewer components required.

RGS linear rail systems’ applications include semiconductor processing equipment, laboratory instrumentation, life science equipment and several other applications that require precision linear motion.

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