Exlar Corporation, a Curtiss-Wright company, announces the expansion of its Tritex II integrated linear actuator family with a new 75 mm frame size. With forces to 1035 lbf continuous and 2075 lbf peak, the AC powered 75 mm linear actuator with its 1.5kW servo amplifier delivers both power and speed in a small package. Exlar’s […]
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Nexen Guide Features Harmonic Gearhead and Precision Ring Drive Solutions
Nexen Group, Inc. is offering a new Precision Motion Control Application & Selection Guide that provides complete performance data, sizes, specifications and technical reference on the company’s entire line of precision linear and rotary motion control solutions. The guide features Nexen’s revolutionary zero-backlash Roller Pinion System (RPS), the recently released Harmonic Gearhead (HG), Precision Ring […]
New Ironcore Linear Motor
ETEL is proud to introduce the latest in linear motor technology, the LMS ironcore linear motor series. Boasting a patented anti-cogging design, these linear motors offer a significant advantage for thermal-drift-sensitive precision machines, and are the perfect solution for many demanding motion control applications. With this introduction, ETEL broadens its already sizeable linear motor offering, […]
Aerotech’s Npaq® 6U High-Power Drive Rack
Aerotech’s Npaq® 6U is a high-power drive rack that uses plug-in amplifiers supporting both linear and PWM topologies to control brushless, DC brush or stepper motors. PWM amps offer up to 320 VDC operating voltage and 30 A peak current capability. Linear amplifiers provide up to 80 V and 20 A peak current for high […]
Exlar’s New CANopen Communication Protocol
Exlar Corporation, a Curtiss-Wright company located in Chanhassen, MN, announces the release of the CANopen communication protocol for its Tritex II product line. This enhancement allows the Tritex II to become an integral part of your control architecture or machine control processes. CANopen is now available on Tritex II AC and Tritex II DC actuators. […]
Exlar a New Encompass Partner within the Rockwell Automation PartnerNetworkTM
Exlar Corporation, a Curtiss-Wright company, participates as an EncompassTM Product Partner in the Rockwell Automation PartnerNetworkTM. Through Encompass Product Partners, customers can quickly locate complementary products that best solve any application challenges. These products are critical components or connectivity solutions that extend and enhance Rockwell Automation installations. Exlar will complement existing electric linear actuator products […]
Thomson Solution Delivers Smooth, Backlash-free “Horsepower”
The EquusCT from Artec Imaging is a patient position and CT scanning table with floating carousel that offers a high degree of maneuverability for veterinarians practicing equine healthcare. EquusCT utilizes a Thomson ball screw assembly and Thomson bearings and shafting rail assemblies to enable a horse’s head, neck, front and rear legs to be accurately […]
Festo Adds a Heavy Duty Unit to its Popular EGC Line
EGC model toothed belt and ball screw electric actuators from Festo deliver high speed, response, and dynamic rigidity. The new EGC-HD (heavy duty) model builds on those capabilities and adds load-bearing capacity to its specifications – twice the load bearing of the EGC actuator. The EGC-HD electric actuator features recirculating ball bearing guides that help […]
Tolomatic Expands Low-cost ERD Actuator Line and Increases Force
Tolomatics ERD electric cylinders are now available in six body sizes, expanding the force range from 500 lbf (2.22 kN) to 4,500 lbf (20.03 kN). The ERD is an economical rod-style electric actuator family designed as an alternative to pneumatic cylinders and an option for automating manual processes. The products are suitable for a variety […]
New Max Jac® Electric Linear Actuator from Thomson
Thomson introduces Max Jac® – a heavy-duty linear actuator that delivers reliable and virtually maintenance free operation while maintaining accuracy in the harshest application conditions. The IP69K rated Max Jac has a stainless steel adapter and extension tubes to help prevent leakage. Additionally, a non-contact feedback signal assures accuracy over time and eliminates the need […]