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Electric Linear Actuators are used to automate different types of applications in different environments. It would thus be important to ensure that your actuator is well protected from water damage. Effects of water damage Using an actuator in humid or moist environments, submerged in water or used near water can lead to overtime water damage if the IP rating is too low or there aren’t sufficient protective measures. Water damage can cause an ...

Some of the most frequently asked questions we receive from our customers have to do with IP ratings. What is an IP rating? What does it mean? How does the rating system work? That is why we wrote this guide explaining just what exactly an IP Rating is. What is an IP rating? What does it mean? How does the rating system work? We understand there are many questions regarding IP rating and to help you understand it better, we have created this ...

A linear actuator is a common electro-mechanical component used in many applications. The unit is highly customizable and can be modified to fit into different environments and meet various functional demands. To utilize linear actuators positional feedback feature, there are many sensors available for this function. In this article, we will discuss how does limit switch feedback work in actuators. Limit Switch in Linear Actuators First, we wi...

Micro linear actuators – the smaller counterpart of standard-sized linear actuators – are relatively new to the market, where their size and capabilities are being installed into a wider automation field. Nonetheless, the active development of robotics and the constant advancement of all modern technologies available to the US make these handy devices more interesting and fruitful for professionals as well as amateur engineers in the long run....

The most common electrical linear actuator used in the industry today is the 12VDC version. The function of a linear actuator is quite simple; it moves an object in a linear motion but depends on how you wire the unit, you can control it in many different ways. In this article, we will go over 12-volt linear actuator wiring (common methods used) and a basic understanding of how an actuator works. View All Actuators 12-Volt DC Linear Actuator ...

Hall effect sensors are one of the feedback options we offer in our linear actuators. Our PA-04-HS and PA-100 have Hall effect sensors on the stock units. While several of our other actuators can be custom ordered with Hall effect sensors. What is a Hall effect sensor? A Hall effect sensor is an electronics component that generates a voltage based on the strength of the magnetic field flowing through it. When this sensor is paired with voltage...