PI has expanded its PICMA piezo stack actuator series with the launch of new encapsulated PICMA actuators. Piezo actuators use solid-state motion to deliver high speed, high force, and virtually unlimited resolution, suitable for precision positioning and alignment applications. The new encapsulated actuators offer travel ranges from 56 to 132 µm and blocking force of […]
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Three strategies for selecting the right electric linear actuators
By following a few best practices, machine builders can design automation systems that increase equipment availability, achieve new levels of performance, and elevate product quality. Florent Orget Actuator Product Marketing Manager Emerson As more manufacturers digitally transform and automate their production lines, they are gaining a clearer picture of their operations and machine health. And […]
Location, location, location (dictates linear-motion design)
Linear-motion component features are key to long-term reliability in demanding environments and applications. By Eric Falasco • Product manager | Bosch Rexroth Manufacturers and end users continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible with linear motion technology in extreme applications. The need for solutions that transport objects faster and with heavier payloads isn’t restricted […]
Actuonix launches the L8 series micro linear actuator
Actuonix Motion Devices has introduced the L8 series micro linear actuator, designed to deliver linear motion solutions in space-constrained applications without compromising performance specifications. The new actuator represents a ground-up design approach focused on minimizing form factor while maintaining force output. The L8 series has five stroke length options: 10 mm, 25 mm, 50 mm, […]
High-power electromechanical cylinders cover heavy-duty applications
New high-power versions of the EMC-HP electromechanical cylinder from Bosch Rextroth cover a wide range of heavy-duty applications with forces up to 250 kN Whether it’s pressing, forming, riveting, tensioning, positioning or testing, there are numerous processes in which linear movements with high forces must be performed precisely and energy-efficiently. As such, Bosch Rexroth is […]
Rollon expands TH actuator range with new size 200
Rollon has introduced a new size 200 to its TH ball screw-driven linear actuator line. This expansion provides additional options for designers and engineers seeking higher capacity and flexibility in technical applications. The TH actuator series features a compact design and positioning repeatability within ±5 μm, supporting applications in industrial automation, packaging, and robotics. The […]
New high-voltage, direct drive linear motors from Kollmorgen
Kollmorgen’s new addition to its IC Ironcore DDL motor family expands beyond 230 Vac products with a new capability to support 400/480 Vac-powered applications. Kollmorgen’s new direct drive linear motor delivers a continuous force range up to 8,211 N and peak force up to 13,448 N. When powered at higher bus voltages, the motor is […]
Understanding linear actuator technology
A review of the different types of linear actuators reveals how to choose the best solution based on the particular application requirements. Michael G. Giunta VP/ Mechanical Engineer Macron Dynamics Inc. Linear actuation, or moving a load in a straight path, can be accomplished using a variety of methods. Each actuator type has features and […]
High-thrust linear motor stage delivers long stroke lengths in constrained spaces
IKO’s new LT170H2 direct-drive linear motor stage is suitable for dynamic applications such as semiconductor fabrication which require high thrust forces and long strokes. This latest addition to the LT family of linear motor stages delivers 260 N of rated force and up to 500 N maximum, exceeding the thrust ratings of previous LT stages […]
Fully enclosed, high-resolution miniature linear servo motor features high force-to-size ratio
Moticont has added the SDLM-016-032-01-01-M (Metric) direct-drive linear motor with an integrated encoder and temperature sensor to their SDLM Series of Metric and Imperial dimensioned high precision linear actuators. This motor is the smallest of the series of linear motors featuring zero backlash, zero cogging, high acceleration, high speed, high resolution, and long life. Also […]
