Curtiss-Wright Sensors & Controls Division today announced the release of the second frame size of its next-generation Exlar brand FTX Series actuators. These high-force electric rod style actuators now offer higher performance and ease of maintenance than previously available. More after the jump.

The FTX Series actuators leverage more than a decade of experience successfully replacing hydraulics in high-force, high-duty cycle applications in harsh environments. Based on planetary roller screw technology, the FTX Series offers high robustness in a compact form factor, making them an ideal alternative to hydraulic cylinders. With continuous force rating to 44 kN (10,000 lbf), speed to 1166 mm/sec (46 in/sec) and stroke lengths from 150 mm (6 inches) to 900 mm (3 feet), the FTX125 can be applied across a wide range of linear motion applications.

The FTX125, a next-generation version of the current FT45 model, features the following key enhancements over the existing FT Series designs:

• High capacity planetary roller screw offers up to 15X the life and significantly higher shock load resistance than a comparably sized ball screw
• IP65 (min.) environmental protection
• Idler pulley design greatly simplifies motor installation and belt tensioning / maintenance
• Grease zerk fitting and removable front seal bushing greatly simplify maintenance and re-greasing of nut assembly to maximize actuator life
• Modular design with bolt-on mounting hardware allows mounting style reconfiguration in the field using commonly available tools

For more information on Curtiss-Wright Sensors & Controls, visit cw-sensorsandcontrols.com.

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