Linear Actuator Products
Atlanta New High-Thrust Linear Actuators Offer Clean, Precise Positioning
ATLANTA Drive Systems, Inc. is pleased to announce a new range of High-Thrust Linear Actuators, offering clean, precise linear positioning by means of rotating or non-rotating spindles. Linear speeds up to 550 inches per minute can be achieved and strokes up to 20 inches are available standard. Axial load capacities up to 36,000 lb. are possible, with higher load capacities reached by using two actuators in tandem to share the loads.
Applications requiring precise, controlled linear motion with a high degree of safety are perfect for these drives. Typical applications include sheet metal bending, hydraulic cylinder replacements, conveyor tensioning, and scissor-lift table drives.
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Haydon Switch & Instrument & Kerk Motion Products Merge, Form HaydonKerk Motion Solutions
Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc., a worldwide leader in motor miniaturization, announces a merger with Kerk Motion Products, one of the world's largest manufacturers of non-ball lead screw, linear rails, and actuator systems. Together, the two companies will become HaydonKerk Motion Solutions; retaining both Kerk® and Haydon product lines and jointly offering the world's broadest range of linear motion products.
For nearly 50 years, Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc. has been building electric motors and stepper motor based linear actuators. ...More >>
Haydon has New Size 11 Double Stack Hybrid Linear Actuators
Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc. is proud to introduce the 28000 series (Size 11) double stack hybrid linear actuators, which are based on some of the most advanced technology in the world today. The 28000 series double stack hybrid linear actuators are available in three designs - captive, non-captive and external linear versions. ...More >>
New Size 14 Double Stack Captive Hybrid Linear Actuator by Haydon
Waterbury, CT - Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc. is introducing the 35000 series (Size 14) double stack captive hybrid linear actuator. The captive linear actuator, designed with an internal anti-rotation mechanism, is especially well suited for applications in which external anti-rotation methods would be difficult or impossible to employ. ...More >>
New Compact and Robust SMAC Programmable Electric Cylinder is Only 12 mm in Diameter
SMAC Inc is launching its new CAL12 series of electric actuators. The CAL12 series have 12mm diameter with a stroke length of 10mm. They have been designed to offer a long life cycle and much more precise & repeatable force control and positioning, and are the first linear motors to challenge conventional LVDT devices. ...More >>
MotiCont Offers a Linear DC Motor Actuator for Positioning Applications
The Linear DC Motor Actuator is used in positioning applications where high speed and high accuracy are required. The actuator may be used in the following industries; Semiconductor, Disk Drive, Automotive, Medical, Industrial, Optical, Test and Mfg. ...More >>
Zaber Technologies Spotlights the T-LA - Linear Actuator Series
Zaber is proud to spotlight its T-LA - Linear Actuator Series. The T-LA series of computer controlled linear actuators has been Zaber's flagship product since its development a decade ago. ...More >>
LA35 - LINAK Perfects Movement with a New Linear Actuator Solution for Industry
A new and powerful electric linear actuator is on the market. Carefully refined, the LA35 solves a number of challenges met in extreme conditions. The improvements are countless. ...More >>
SMAC Electric Actuators Replacing Pneumatics in Glass Manufacturing Applications
SMAC electric actuators based on Moving Coil Technology are rapidly replacing pneumatic and electro-pneumatic conventional solutions in such glass manufacturing operations as scoring and bevelling of solar panels - LCD panels and inline glass production. ...More >>
The LA44 Actuator by Linak is made to Handle Extra Heavy Loads
LINAK is launching a new type of linear actuator that meets demands caused by the worldwide trend of obesity. With a 12,000 N lifting capacity, the LA44 is extremely powerful. ...More >>
Festo Cantilever Linear Actuator EGSA - Dynamic, Precise, Fast
The ball screw driven cantilever actuator EGSA from Festo Corporation reduces cycle times to the absolute minimum. High performance mechanical components and a wide choice of motors ensure the perfect answer to the needs of any application.The EGSA is available as a complete solution with a motor and controller or simply as an individual component adapted to third-party motors. Suitable motor mounting kits for axial or reverse parallel motor configurations are available options. ...More >>
New Size 11 Double Stack Non-Captive Hybrid Linear Actuator by Haydon
Waterbury, CT - Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc. is proud to introduce the 28000 series (Size 11) double stack non captive hybrid linear actuator, the latest addition to its continuously growing hybrid motor line. Equipment designers and engineers now have an even more compact option for their linear motion applications. ...More >>
New Size 11 Double Stack External Hybrid Linear Actuator by Haydon Switch & Instrument
Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc. is proud to introduce the new 28000 series (Size 11) double stack external hybrid linear actuator. The rotating acme stainless steel lead screw is incorporated into the motor's rotor. ...More >>
Catalog: Precision Linear Actuators Driven by Piezo Motors, Servo & Stepper Motors
PI (Physik Instrumente) L.P. -- a leading manufacturer of ultra-precision motion-control and sensing equipment for semiconductor, astronomy, medical technology, nanotechnology, photonics, and life science applications -- has released a new brochure on Precision Linear Actuators.
The brochure presents a variety of sub-micron to sub-nanometer precise compact actuators, featuring novel ceramic piezo motors as well as classical motors.
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Size 14 Linear Actuators with Integrated Connector from Haydon Switch & Instrument
Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc. (Haydon) is proud to announce that its size 14 hybrid linear actuators are now available with an integrated connector.
...More >>Serapid LinearBeam: The Heavy Load Actuator
Serapid’s LinearBeam functions as a rodless linear actuator, but the similarity between it and other rodless actuators ends there. ...More >>
MXE Electric Actuators from Tolomatic Now Available in 12 Models to Solve a Broader Range of Applications
Tolomatic announces the introduction of three new body sizes to its MXE Series of rodless screw drive electric actuators, the latest addition to the company’s rugged MX family of products.
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Parker Updates HPLA/HLE Linear Actuators
Parker product now offered with the popular and powerful MPP motor options
Parker’s Electromechanical Automation Division, a leading supplier of motion control technology, announces the addition of the powerful MPP motor options to the HPLA and HLE configurables. Designed for the demanding applications found in today’s high-performance servo systems, MPP motors offer lower inertia and higher power, all in a smaller package than conventional motors.
The addition of these motors to the HPLA and HLE belt-driven product configurables makes creating a complete system – from actuator to gearhead to motor – easier than ever.
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Parker Hannifin Corp - Electromechanical Automation5500 Business Park Drive
Rohnert Park CA 94928 US
Zero-Wear Piezo Flexure Actuators Replace Classical Leadscrew Actuators by PI
Piezo specialist PI’s flexure-based piezo actuators such as the P-601 series provide up to 10 times larger travel ranges than classical piezo stack actuators a in low profile package, with virtually unlimited resolution and lifetime.
The stiff construction allows for fast response with rise times much shorter than one millisecond. The design involves no friction, no lubricants and no wear. Because of the many advantages over motor/leadscrew-driven positioners, more and more flexure actuators are used in fast-valve actuation mechanisms, and for other precision positioning tasks, ranging from automotive to data storage and biotech applications. ...More >>
DC Motor - Low-cost Powerhouse by MicroMo Electronics
22mm Low-cog DC Micromotor with Graphite Commutation
Micro-Drives announces the Series M2232U. The low-cog DC micromotor has an 22 mm external motor-diameter with a 32 mm length. The low-cog rotation is achieved through a combination of skewed laminations and a tapered permanent magnet system.
The DC micromotor can achieve a stall torque of 25.62 mNm and speeds of up to 10,000 rpm. ...More >>
New Size 11 Double Stack Captive Hybrid Linear Actuator by Haydon Switch & Instrument
Waterbury, CT - Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc. is proud to introduce the 28000 series (Size 11) double stack captive hybrid linear actuator, the latest addition to its continuously growing hybrid motor line. The compact frame size is only 1.1” (28 mm) square. The various linear actuator options deliver unmatched capabilities, opening avenues for equipment designers who require performance and endurance in a compact package.
Built for long life (several million cycles) and superior performance, the size 11 linear actuator features engineering thermoplastics in the rotor drive nut and a stainless steel Acme lead screw, which has made the Haydon products so popular.
...More >>High-Dynamics Solid State Linear Motor Actuator for Continuous Laser (Grating) & Spectrophotometer Tuning
Precision Actuators: Key Components in Tunable Lasers & Spectrophotometers
Many of today’s tunable lasers rely on the performance of a micropositioning or nanopositioning actuator to position a diffraction grating with extreme precision and repeatability. While the virtually unlimited resolution and extremely fast response of piezo stack actuators is very desirable in these applications, their limited travel (typically <100 µm) is often a K.O. criterion. To overcome the limited range, DC-motorized micrometers and stepper-motor-driven leadscrew actuators have been employed by laser manufacturers in the past
...More >>Parker Introduces Cover Seal for the PROmechâ„¢ Series Linear Actuators
Parker’s Electromechanical Automation Division, a leading supplier of motion control technology, announces the release of a cover seal for the PROmech™ series linear actuators. The new cover seal protects the screw from particulate matter and other debris, resulting in longer product life, a cleaner running solution and an aesthetically appealing design. The PROmech series is now a more well-rounded solution for light industrial OEM applications with more protection than ever.
Available in two models, the LP28 and the LD28, PROmech series actuators are designed for OEM instrument manufacturers working to speed their time to market and reduce the overall installed cost for linear motion axes.
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Rohnert Park CA 94928 US
SMAC Linear Slide Actuators Offer a High Degree of Speed & Position Repeatability to Improve Your System
SMAC linear slide actuators (Moving Coil Technology) such as LASW20 series are successfully used in high speed bowl feeder & escapement mechanism.
SMAC linear slide actuators are also ideal for very demanding applications such as scanning, bottle ejecting, labeling, positioning, gauging and inspection
...More >>Tiny Ceramic Linear Motor by Physik Instrumente Moves Fast with Nanometer Precision
PI (Physik Instrumente) L.P. — a leading manufacturer of nanopositioning and piezo-based precision motion-control equipment for semiconductor, bio-nanotechnology and photonics applications - introduces the N-310 NEXACT® miniature ceramic linear motor actuator.
...More >>New Size 14 Double Stack Hybrid Linear Actuators
Waterbury, CT - Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc. is proud to introduce the 35000 series (Size 14) double stack hybrid linear actuators, which are based on some of the most advanced technology in the world today. This is the newest addition to our extensive hybrid motor line. These linear actuators occupy a minimal 1.4" (35mm) square space and include numerous patented innovations that provide customers high performance, endurance and new linear motion design opportunities in a small package.
...More >>Linear Actuator - Size 11 Linear Actuator with Integrated Connector
Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc. (Haydon) is proud to announce that its size 11 hybrid linear actuators are now available with an integrated connector. Offered alone or with a harness assembly, this connector is RoHS compliant and features a positive latch in order for high connection integrity. The connector is rated up to 3 amps and the mating connector will handle a range of wire gauges from 22 to 28. This motor is ideal for those with space constraints or that want to plug in directly to pre existing harnesses. ...More >>
Linear Actuator - Long Travel Motorized Linear Slides by Zaber
Zaber Technologies Inc. is proud to announce the launch of its T-LSR series of computer controlled motorized linear slides. These slides extend the range of Zaber’s line of precision motion control products offering travel up to 300mm with resolution down to 0.25 um. Zaber’s fastest and strongest slides, the T-LSR series can handle loads up to 20kg at speeds up to 20mm/s. ...More >>
Linear Actuator - New 0.9 Degree Size 14 Linear Actuators
Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc. (Haydon) is proud to announce their newest addition to the family of linear actuators; the size 14 hybrid linear actuators are now available with a 0.9 degree step angle. Like the 1.8 degree version, this actuator is available in all four designs; captive, non-captive, external linear, and linear rotary. ...More >>
Linear Actuator - Electric Ball-Screw Driven Linear Actuators
The Festo DGE-SP features a sturdy guide with a repeatability of +/-0.02mm. It is extremely rigid to ensure high rated loads with a feed force of up to 1600 N. The ball-screw drive is integrated within the body of the actuator for maximum protection.
The DGE-SP offers three guide options to satisfy a wide range of motion control requirements ...More >>
Linear Actuator - New 0.9 Degree Size 23 Linear Actuators
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Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc. (Haydon) announces that their size 23 hybrid linear actuators are now available with a 0.9 degree step angle. This new step angle is designed for higher resolution and allows for a full step linear movement of 0.0000625” (1.6 microns). Like the 1.8 degree version, this actuator is available in all four designs; captive, non-captive, external linear, and linear rotary. Combined with a stainless steel lead screw, the linear actuator delivers an extremely smooth, precise motion. Haydon’s linear actuators are designed for applications that require long life, reliability, precise positioning and rapid motion.
Linear Actuators - Actuators from Harmonic Drive
LA Series Linear Actuators Offer Ultra Precise Positioning
Linear Actuators feature: Work piece alignment for imaging / vision systems. High-precision assembly of optical disks and HDDs. Wafer position alignment for semiconductor manufacturing equipment. Focus alignment for optical microscopes and cameras for driving of high-precision stages. ...More >>
Linear Actuator - Linear Actuator with Encoder Feedback
Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc. announces that their size 8 hybrid linear actuators are now available with encoder feedback. Simplicity and low cost make the encoders ideal for both high and low volume motion control applications. The encoder module incorporates a lensed LED light source and monolithic photodetector array with signal shaping electronics to produce the two channel bounceless TTL outputs. ...More >>
Linear Actuator - Nanopositioning Actuators Combine High Speed, Resolution & Force
Nanopositioning Specialist PI, provides the M-2x series of high-precision motorized linear actuators for applications requiring very high resolution, high force and high speed. Unique Combination of Speed, Resolution and Force The units provide design resolutions to 4 nanometers, pushing forces to 120 N (26 lbs) and speeds to 50 mm (2 inches) per second. A piezo-tip featuring 1 nm minimum incremental motion is available as an option.
Designed for OEM and Research Applications The M-2x series actuators are self-contained packages consisting of a DC or stepping motor connected to a ball screw or lead screw. ...More >>
Linear Actuator with Encoder Feedback
Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc. (Haydon) is proud to announce that their size 11 hybrid linear actuators are now available with encoder feedback. The compact optical incremental encoder design is available with two channel quadrature TTL squarewave outputs. An optional index (3rd channel) output is also available for many resolutions. The encoder is offered in resolutions ranging from 200 to 1,024 cycles per revolution (CPR) or 800 to 4,096 pulses per revolution (PPR). The encoder operating temperatures are -40° to +100°C. ...More >>
FESTO's DGE-ZR Electric Belt-Driven Linear Actuators Offer High Speed in a Compact, Protected Package
The DGE-ZR offers high speed performance (up to10m/s) in a compact, protected unit. By having the belt drive integrated within the body of the actuator for maximum protection, all DGE-ZR actuators offer reliable performance and predictable life. These units can be easily configured into multi-axis systems.
The DGE-ZR offers three guide options to satisfy a wide range of motion control requirements
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New from Reliance Precision Mechatronics LLP, a range of ‘palm size' actuators for the miniature mechatronics market.
Reliance is offering four individually specified actuators, each with a unique combination of performance characteristics and a choice of stroke lengths.
The actuators have been carefully selected to give the design engineer more flexibility in selecting the most appropriate unit for an application. ...More >>
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Lepton, Huddersfield
West Yorkshire HD8 OLE
UK
Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc., (Haydon) Announce the Launch of Their Newly Designed Website
The site has been completely redesigned to improve the user's ability to find what they are looking for, regardless of their knowledge level of the product, in a minimum number of clicks.
New features include:
•· Easy navigation, the site offers three general levels; home, summary and detailed pages
•· A dynamic left side navigation bar that shows you where you are in relation to other products at all times.
...More >>alpha's Integrated Intelligent Actuator System
Ternary is an all-in-one linear system that merges mechanics with intelligence, integrating several separate components: electronics, precision mechanics, feedback, control and software. Ternary is ideal in all situations where a pneumatic cylinder isn’t enough and a servo is too expensive and too complicated. alpha’s linear system allows multiple positions to be controlled with utmost precision, yet costs very little. Compactness, strength, intelligence and precision are the hallmarks of the linear actuator. All linear actuators can be used on a Profibus DP, CanOpen or DeviceNet fieldbus, whereby both parallel and serial control facilitate simultaneous starting. ...More >>
Linear Actuator - Roh'lix® Linear Actuators Convert Rotary Motion Into Linear Motion
Zero-Max Roh'lix® Linear Actuators Are Ideal For Positioning Operations In All Types Of Machinery Call 1-800-533-1731 For FREE Brochure
Roh’lix® linear actuators from Zero-Max convert rotary motion to linear travel and carry loads at speeds up to 70 inches per second depending on size. They are ideal for positioning operations in all types of machinery and are a less costly alternative to ball screws. Designed to handle thrust rated between 5 and 200 lbs., loads can be easily attached to the Roh’lix carrier block using two cap screws. ...More >>
Actuator - New Rodless Actuator Offers 96 Percent More Thrust
TOL-O-MATIC has introduced an advancement in rodless cylinders with the B3W Series electric belt drive actuator. In most applications the B3W can be used as a direct drop-in replacement for TOL-O-MATIC’s B3B actuator, allowing users to accelerate larger loads faster, without additional cost.
“For the B3W we took the same proven bearing structure of the B3B and made the belt wider for longer strokes at greater speeds,” said Phillip Cinq-Mars, Mechanical Engineer for TOL-O-MATIC. ...More >>
DGEA Compact Cantilever Electric Linear Actuator
The DGEA cantilever electric linear actuator is a unique design in which the slide unit remains stationary while the profile moves axially. Ideally suited for space-contained multi-axis configurations, the motor and cables are allowed to remain fixed minimizing the moving mass to just the load and the aluminum profile. DGEA is a toothed belt driven actuator with an internal recirculating ball bearing guide. It comes in two mounting configurations: the basic design with an in-line coupling or with an integrated right angle gearbox. Enhanced Machine Performance – The DGEA increases overall system dynamics by reducing the effective moving load, resulting in reduced cycle times, energy consumption, and deflection Simpler design – The DGEA design affords the direct mounting of the end effectors (such as grippers, rotary drives and vacuum components) directly to the profile as opposed to the traditional method of off-set Space Saving – The motor is mounted parallel to the actuator with the integrated right angle gearbox eliminating obstructions and saves on installation space ...More >>Festo Offers DMES Electric Linear Actuators for High Value, High Performance, and High Reliability
With its new line of DMES linear actuators, Festo now offers designers a high-value, high-performance electro-mechanical linear actuator that compliments its extensive pneumatic product line, enabling OEM's to satisfy most, and in some cases all, of their automation component needs from a single reliable source. High Value The DMES, our most cost-effective electro-mechanical linear actuator, is optimized to be used in combination with our MTR-DCI, a high-value motor that includes an integrated positioning controller, providing designers with one of the most cost-effective precision linear motion solutions available……. worldwide. For even greater cost savings, the DMES is also available without an integrated guide mechanism, ideal for those applications that either have light-applied loads or already include linear guides. High load capacity and safety DMES offers compact dimensions, high load capacity and high mechanical torques, providing a feed force of up to 3000 N. ...More >>New Absolute Position Feedback (APF) Option for Tol-O-Matic Actuators Eliminates Homing Routines on Reset
Tol-O-Matic has announced its new Absolute Position Feedback (APF) technology, the first fully-integrated linear actuator sensor that eliminates the need for homing routines. APF-equipped Tol-O-Matic actuators provide analog feedback to the controller or PLC to determine actual load position. Work point variances can also be accommodated throughout the cycle, eliminating stoppage for manual set-ups. Systems with APF provide position feedback as soon as power is applied, allowing immediate resumption from shutdowns, resets and power losses. The APF option is currently available for Tol-O-Matic BC3 pneumatic and B3S electric series actuators, and unlike fixed length sensors, can be ordered in incremental stroke lengths from 2 to 156 inches. “APF is fully integrated within the actuator body, eliminating the need for complex mounting and also reducing the chance of damage to the transducer,†said Michael Dornfeld, Tol-O-Matic Project Engineer. ...More >>Parker Hannifin Introduces Its PROmech Series Linear Actuators
Designed for OEM instrument manufacturers working to speed their time to market and reduce the overall installed cost for linear motion axes, Parker Hannifin’s new PROmech™ Series linear actuators are a complete linear motion solution. PROmech Series actuators come completely assembled and tested and include linear bearings, drive screw, thrust bearings, motor mount, coupling and motor. The LP28 and LD28 are the first in the series to be released. Because PROmech Series actuators are a pre-engineered positioning package, OEMs can significantly reduce their time to market with minimized design, procurement, assembly, and qualification of all the parts necessary to build a linear motion axis from scratch. Moreover, OEMs can significantly reduce manufacturing costs and assembly time with preassembled PROmech Series actuators. With “build it yourself” linear axes, all the different parts required to build the axes must be ordered, tracked, received, inventoried, assembled, and tested. The PROmech Series is a pre-tested, single-piece solution. ...More >> Parker Hannifin Corp - Electromechanical Automation5500 Business Park Drive
Rohnert Park CA 94928 US
Linear Actuator Systems from Alpha Gear Drive: a Credible and Convincing Alternative
The alpha actuator system - an innovative alternative The alpha actuator system is based on a combination of several innovative elements, which only have the desired effect when united in this way: - Production and test engineering for rack-and-pinion units facilitate an unprecedented degree of precision - Innovative servo motor and transmission technology - Calculation, simulation, etc. of the complete system in tandem with other innovations (e.g. the type of connection between various system elements) The actuator system consists of a high-precision rack-and-pinion unit (positioning accuracy: < 12 microns) and a rotary actuator which moves the load on this unit. ...More >>Haydon Switch & Instrument has a New 31 mm Metric Stroke Offering
Haydon Switch & Instrument, Inc. is pleased to announce a new metric stroke of 31mm available on the Z26000 captive linear actuators. The simplified design and metric dimensions make the Z26000 series ideal for the global marketplace. This new extended travel offering is available in a wide variety of resolutions ranging from 0.0127mm to 0.1016mm per step and offers up to 4.5 Kg of force. Utilizing rare earth magnets, the Z-series linear actuators consistently deliver exceptional performance based on an innovative new design which dramatically reduces costs without compromising performance. Providing an elegant solution for linear movement, OEM's can reduce components and simplify designs by replacing rotary motors which generate linear movement through belts and pulleys or rack and pinions with the Z26000. All Z series linear actuators are designed for low or high volume applications. ...More >>Reliance Tubular Rack Helps Swiss Engineers Break New Ground with their Robotic Sampling Station
Offering stainless steel linear tube with helicoidal teeth and a drive component and bearing surface in one. When Engineers at an innovative medical equipment manufacturer in Switzerland were designing their new Robotic sampling station, they needed a miniature, accurate linear actuation system that would comply with rigorous worldwide medical requirements. The Swiss company approached engineers at Reliance because of their expertise in this field. Reliance had no hesitation in recommending the use of tubular rack, one of their specialist components, in the design, knowing that it could benefit their customer in many ways. Reliance Tubular Rack is a stainless steel linear tube with helicoidal teeth. It is both a drive component and bearing surface in one. By using it for the Z-axis of the machine, smaller drive components could be used on the Y-axis. ...More >> Reliance Precision Mechatronics LLPRowley Mills, Penistone Rd
Lepton, Huddersfield
West Yorkshire HD8 OLE
UK
Linear Actuators - For Applications Requiring Ultra Precise or High Speed Positioning, Medium or High Thrust
These are linear actuators that combine precision harmonic drive gearing with precision-engineered leadscrews. These linear actuators are designed for applications which require micron-level precision, such as inspection/measuring/optical instruments, semiconductor and liquid crystal board manufacturing equipment, etc., as well as for 12,000 Newton-level high-thrust positioning work. Ultra precision positioning actuators: LA series LNP series High speed positioning actuators: LACH series Medium thrust actuators: LAH series High thrust actuators: LBC series... ...More >>Haydon Switch & Instrument Offers The Worlds Smallest Linear Actuator
Haydon Switch & Instrument Inc. is proud to offer a Size 8 hybrid external linear actuator, the newest compact addition to our extensive line of award winning motors. The compact size of 21mm square (0.8") makes this - the world's smallest linear actuator. Haydon's external linear actuator replaces four different components – a motor, coupling, lead screw, and nut. Shaft to lead screw couplers are not needed with this design, thus saving time, money and labor during assembly into the final application assembly. The rotating acme stainless steel lead screw is incorporated into the motor's rotor.This external linear hybrid actuator is available in a wide variety of resolutions ranging from 0.0015mm to 0.04mm per full step and delivers thrust of up to 4.5Kg (10 lbs.) without comprom... ...More >>
Rotary Actuator - Size 23 Linear / Rotary Dual Motion Actuator
HSI offers a Size 23 linear/rotary dual motion unit to its hybrid stepper motor products. HSI's line of dual motion actuators provides independent linear and rotary motion from a compact package. The actuator is based on a unique, patent pending design and incorporates HSI's proven motor technology. This unit simplifies bulky and complex mechanisms. A limitless number of operating parameters are offered ...More >>
HAYDON SWITCH and INSTRUMENT has the LC Series 15mm Linear Actuator - This is the Smallest Commercially Available Linear Actuator in the World
HSI, a world leader in motor miniaturization for over half a century has taken their technology of manufacturing electric motors to another level. The product line has been extended to offer a 15mm captive linear actuator with a step increment of .02mm (.0079”) per step. Several other sizes will be available soon.The LC series motors are based on an innovative patent pending design, which dramatically reduces costs without compromising performance. Delivering over 4N (1 lb.) of thrust, this product attains a high level of performance and is produced for applications such as: medical instrumentation, hand held devices, office equipment, appliances, optics, machinery automation and other automated devices which require precise remote controlled linear movements in a very small p... ...More >>
HAYDON SWITCH and INSTRUMENT has New Size 23 Mounting for Size 17 Motors
HSI now offers a size 23 mounting pattern for its hybrid size 17 linear actuators. The advantage of using this configuration is to replace existing costly, inefficient size 23 linear actuators with a lower cost, high performance size 17.The patent pending, high performance design of this actuator opens up new avenues for equipment designers who previously settled for products with inferior performance and endurance.
The use of proprietary manufacturing processes which incorporate engineering thermoplastics in the rotor drive nut and a stainless steel acme lead screw allows the motor to be much more efficient and durable than the bronze nut configuration commonly used today. An additional feature is the bearing preload adjustment, which does not protrude from the motor unlike other d... ...More >>
Haydon Switch and Instrument's New Size 17 Linear Actuator
Waterbury, CT - HSI's Size 17 hybrid linear actuator is the newest addition to an extensive line of award winning miniature motors. The high performance design of this actuator opens up new avenues for equipment designers who previ