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Linear Actuators

New I/O interface from LINAK expands features, control options

May 10, 2022 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

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The new LINAK I/O actuator highlights flexibility. With its range of movement and choice of input control and data output, the I/O actuator offers endless modifications to give engineers full control of the exact functionalities needed. Input options allow for adjusting and controlling the electric actuator, while output data gives invaluable insights into application performance. […]

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

Rack and pinion drives: A new look at an old technology

December 15, 2021 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

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Comparing rack and pinion drives with other linear drives such as belts and ball screws shows that sometimes simplicity can be the ultimate sophistication. YYC North America These days engineers have quite a few options for actuation in a linear motion system. From various screw drives to linear motors to hydraulic systems, each comes with […]

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Actuator delivers high-performance linear positioning at an affordable price

October 29, 2021 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

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SCHNEEBERGER Inc.’s new SLA Actuator delivers high-performance linear positioning at an economical price. SLA Actuators use recirculating ball linear guides that ensure smooth motion and high load capacity. They feature a lightweight precision aluminum base, offer easy assembly, and are stackable without additional brackets. The actuators are highly customizable to meet the demands of virtually any precision linear […]

Filed Under: Ball + leadscrew driven, Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: Linear Actuators

NEMA 23 frame size added to ElectroCraft stepper linear actuator line

October 26, 2021 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

stepper linear actuator

ElectroCraft, Inc. has added a new NEMA 23 frame size to its AxialPower Enhanced Series Stepper Linear Actuator product line. ElectroCraft enhanced series linear actuators have been available in a NEMA11 frame size for several years but are now being offered in both NEMA17 and NEMA23 frames for greatly enhanced performance capabilities. In addition to […]

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Low-cost linear actuators feature zero cogging, high throughput

October 19, 2021 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

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Moticont has added their highest force linear actuator to their DDLM Linear Actuator Series. The DDLM-038-051-01 Linear Actuator is a low-cost, non-commutated linear actuator that easily integrates into new and existing applications, and is the ideal choice when upgrading from a pneumatic system. Compact, clean, and quiet, this fully enclosed linear actuator, also referred to […]

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Rollon acquires iMS, expanding lineup of linear actuator modules, robotic transfer units for heavy payloads

August 27, 2021 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

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Rollon, a leading manufacturer of linear motion guides, actuators and systems, has acquired Intelligent Machine Solutions, Inc. (iMS), a Michigan-based designer and manufacturer of standard and custom machinery for the automation industry.  With this acquisition, Rollon is expanding its lineup of linear actuator modules and robotic transport units (RTUs), allowing for static loads of over […]

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New actuator offers high-performance linear positioning at economical price

June 1, 2021 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

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The new SLA Actuator from SCHNEEBERGER delivers high-performance linear positioning at an economical price. Representing a unique position among high-performance actuators, only the new SLA Actuators deliver SCHNEEBERGER quality, engineering expertise, and global service in a highly customizable super-compact design at an impressively affordable price. SLA Actuators use recirculating ball linear guides that ensure smooth […]

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

Integrated motion designs see more electric actuators

April 1, 2021 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

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Technology trends in electric actuator design continue from years past, influencing manufacturers offerings to designers. For instance, electric actuators are easier to specify and install, with more application-specific models on offer. This tracks with other trends including the move to more integrated motion designs, opening up more and varied applications for electric actuators. Here’s what […]

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U.S. Tsubaki debuts new Zip Chain Linear Actuator

December 10, 2020 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

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U.S. Tsubaki has launched its new Zip Chain Actuator. The Tsubaki Zip Chain Actuator is a revolutionary electric linear actuator that provides high speeds and multi-point stopping in a compact footprint. The Tsubaki Zip Chain Actuator is a linear actuator that “zips” together specially segmented chain using a custom designed sprocket. This “zipping” action creates […]

Filed Under: Belt + chain driven, Linear actuators (all) Tagged With: Linear Actuators, us tsubaki

Electric cylinder features zero cogging, high throughput

December 1, 2020 By Miles Budimir Leave a Comment

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Moticont has added a non-commutated linear actuator to its DDLM series of low cost actuators. This new DDLM-019-070-01 Linear Actuator can develop 10.1 oz (2.8 N) of continuous force and 32.1 oz (8.9 N) of peak force at 10% duty cycle. Having a stroke of 0.960 in. (24.4 mm), this clean, fully enclosed linear actuator, […]

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