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Linear Actuators Archive

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Thomson Launches Micron MOTIONEERING® Web-Based Gearhead Sizing and Selection Tool

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WOOD DALE, IL – Thomson introduces Micron MOTIONEERING®, a new web-based sizing and selection tool for Micron TRUE Planetary™ Gearheads. Micron MOTIONEERING offers “Select by Model Number” or “Sizing and Selection” modes to deliver downloadable 2D and 3D models, expected life calculations, as well as pricing, ordering and delivery information to help machine builders quickly […]

Filed Under: Industry news, Linear motors Tagged With: micron motioneering, planetary gearheads, thomson linear

G4 Canstack Linear Actuator

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The 25mm diameter version of the G4 Canstack Linear Actuator product line features optimized teeth geometry and neodymium magnets. With 20% higher output force across the entire speed range compared with previous designs, the G4 also contains the latest custom engineered plastic molded threads and an over-sized spline. Larger bearings enable greater rotor support and […]

Filed Under: Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: ametek, canstack, g4, haydonkerk, Linear Actuators

ICR Plus Linear Rod-style SmartActuator

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HAMEL, MN – The ICR Plus linear rod-style SmartActuator from Tolomatic is a fully programmable integrated actuator for complex industrial motion-control applications requiring 100 percent duty-cycle performance. The ICR Plus integrates a programmable digital drive, servomotor and actuator in a compact all-in-one package to deliver maximum flexibility for low- to medium-force applications. At half the […]

Filed Under: Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: Linear Actuator, smartactuator, tolomatic

SmartActuator Plus Delivers Fully Programmable Motion Control in an Integrated Package

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Hamel, MN – The ICR Plus linear rod-style SmartActuator from Tolomatic is a fully programmable integrated actuator for complex industrial motion-control applications requiring 100 percent duty-cycle performance. The ICR Plus integrates a programmable digital drive, servomotor and actuator in a compact all-in-one package to deliver maximum flexibility for low- to medium-force applications. At half the price of […]

Filed Under: Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: Linear Actuators

Aerotech’s ANT95-L Linear Motor Stage

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Aerotech NanoTranslation (ANT95-L, ANT95-L-H) cross-roller bearing stages combine high speed, accuracy, resolution, repeatability, and reliability into a compact package. As an evolution of the popular ANT stage family, these linear stages exhibit enhanced motion performance such as 5 g acceleration, 500 mm/s velocity, enhanced load capacity, and standardized, universal base mounting patterns that allow the […]

Filed Under: Linear motors Tagged With: aerotech, ANT95-L, Linear Motor

G4 Canstack Linear Actuator from HaydonKerk

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The G4 Canstack Linear Actuator from HaydonKerk Motion Solutions is the 4th generation design built for extended reliability and high performance. The first actuator to be released in the line is the 25mm diameter. The new design uses optimized teeth geometry along with high-energy neodymium magnets. With 20 percent higher output force across the entire […]

Filed Under: Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: haydonkerk, Linear Actuators

Two Axis Linear Stepper Motor Gantry Stage

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Valencia, CA — Compact, low cost, two axis linear stepper motor gantries from H2W Technologies, Inc. offer low force, high speed, high repeatability, zero backlash, and long system life. Capable of very precise position, velocity, and acceleration control when integrated with a microstepping drive and indexer. These 2-axis gantries are ideal for precision applications such […]

Filed Under: Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: H2W Technologies, Linear Gantry, two axis linear stepper

Tritex™ II Series Electric Actuators

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Chanhassen, MN—Exlar announces the Tritex™ II Series electric actuators, offering 1500 Watt, AC powered operation and digital position control within a single, space-saving housing. These actuators combine a brushless servomotor with either rotary or linear (output) actuation, assembling all elements into a compact, sealed housing for demanding environments. With their built-in mechanical converters, Tritex II […]

Filed Under: Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: Linear Actuators

PBC Linear Actuator Gives Green Energy a Lift

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In an economy that is gearing more towards green energy, PBC Linear is helping lay down the initial framework. Utilizing the high-accuracy PLA linear actuator, a cutting edge US company that manufactures silicon ingots from solar furnaces is able to sustain smooth, quiet and long-lasting operation for the their specially designed furnace damper that controls […]

Filed Under: Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: green energy, Linear Actuator, PBC Linear

New Belt Driven Actuator from PBC Linear

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Rockford, IL – PBC Linear has expanded the PL series product line by introducing the belt driven PLB actuating system. With its inherent lightweight design, the PLB actuator provides easy installation for long-lasting linear motion. Built for high speed and load applications, the PLB actuator features Integral V™ guided cam rollers, SIMO™ precision machining (Simultaneous […]

Filed Under: Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: Belt Drive, High Speed, Linear Actuators, Load Applications, PBC Linear

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