Mini actuators are the linear motion automation technology the main advantage of which is the smallest possible size. These devices can replace pneumatic cylinders in all systems where small size is required.
The advantages of miniature actuators include not only compact size, but also ease of use. Users who are used to using pneumatic cylinders will easily switch to using modern miniature actuators. In addition, Progressive Automations – one of the world’s biggest linear motion automation equipment manufacturers, offers a wide range of product models that will exactly match any production needs. Depending on the purpose, mini actuators can be produced with or without a protective casing.
Miniature actuators are a great achievement in the world of small electromechanical automation. The length, width, and height of such actuators are small, which allows them to be compared with pneumatic cylinders and be installed within complicated mechanisms, transport means, furniture, etc. This allows improving ready-made complicated mechanisms with linear motion automation function. They are an ideal replacement for pneumatic cylinders in systems where previously only pneumatic cylinders could be used due to the size limitations. Moreover, the form of pneumatic cylinders and the ease of implementation.
With an external diameter of 35, 50 and 60 millimeters, the actuators fit into almost every possible application. With such a compact design, the maximum force is up to 10,000N. It is possible to organize synchronous or separate control of actuators using a variety of controllers that can also be found on the PA website.
Among the variety of actuators used for small linear automations, PA can distinguish some that demonstrate exceptional reliability and great popularity. This is first of all the Micro Precision Servo Actuators PA-12-T that provides a stroke length of 1.06 inches with the operating force of 1.34 Ibs and 2.69 Ibs. This model of microactuator received the IP54 protection class which means it can withstand dust and water splashes. All this in combination with the cored DC motor used to operate the actuator is the perfectly constructed linear motion automation unit that can be used for precise position control.
Another PA actuator unit is the RS-485 model PA-12-R, which also received the IP54 protection class. This one was made to work in the environmental temperature between -10°C to +60°C and has a stroke length of 1.06 to 2.20 inches. Different adjustments allow this micro actuator to demonstrate force indicators of 1.57 lbs, 4.50 lbs, 17.50 lbs, and finally 22.48 lbs. This linear actuator model is compatible with the LC-12 Interface
Controller what also allows using it for various automations that demand the operational mechanism to be extremely small whereas performing effectively.
On its website, PA also offers:
Mini Linear Actuator Model PA-07 with up to 40 inches stroke length, and three options of 35 lbs, 50 lbs, and 150 lbs of force indicator;
Feedback Linear Actuator Model PA-14P with 2-40 inches of stroke length, and three options of 35 lbs, 50 lbs, and 150 lbs of force indicator
Mini Industrial Actuator Model PA-09 with 2-40 inches of stroke length and unbelievable force indicator of 330 Ibs.
Progressive Automations provides absolutely various electric linear actuators for different purposes that can be installed by any person even by non-specialists who don’t have engineering education. These linear motion automation solutions will perfectly suit to organize the smooth robotics upgrades, provide the more reliable manufacturing equipment, construct the marine vessels with fully automated linear motion performance, and many more. The manufacturer already took care of bringing all the technical specifications to the perfect condition. Miniature electric linear actuators can seamlessly be used along with simple and complicated technologies to improve their initial performance – which can be of extreme convenience for DIY projects or to add some new properties. Think progressive and experience all the benefits PA actuators can give.
