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What are dual-motion hybrid actuators and where do they excel?

May 1, 2018 By

Some motion applications need axes to deliver both linear and rotary motion. Conventional designs for such functionality are often complicated and bulky. What’s more, rotary motors put to linear motion often have output shafts that are inadequate for supporting heavy side loads. Download the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Actuators, Ametek, Haydon Kerk, Linear Motion, Pittman, White Papers

Stepper Motor Linear Actuators 101

June 14, 2016 By

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With trends towards miniaturization, precision, computer control and cost reduction, hybrid and can-stack style integrated stepper motor actuators are being used in an ever increasing range of applications. These precise, reliable actuators can be found in many applications including blood … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Actuators, Linear Motion, Motion Control, Stepper Motors

Stepper Motors and the Effect of Acceleration and Deceleration Ramps

January 11, 2016 By

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This white paper explains stand test methodology for generating force versus velocity curves and the benefits of adding acceleration and deceleration ramps. One of the first parameters that is considered when choosing a stepper motor based linear actuator for an application is how much force can the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Actuators, Ametek, Motion Control, Stepper Motors

When to Apply External, Non-Captive and Captive Step Motor Actuators

August 17, 2015 By

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A common way to generate precise linear motion is to use an electric motor (rotary motion) and pair it with a leadscrew to generate a linear actuation system. Depending upon what this linear actuator interfaces with it can be constructed in a number of different ways. This white paper will explain … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Actuators, Lead Screws, Linear Motion, Motion Control, Stepper Motors

Improve the Productivity of your Factory Automation Systems with Lightweight Gears and Actuators

May 20, 2015 By

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After sliding from its peak more than 25 years ago, U.S. manufacturing appears to be on the way back. Factory automation is a critical element enabling U.S. manufacturing companies to effectively compete in the global marketplace. To maintain this competitive trend, modern robotic and automation … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Actuators, Factory Automation, Gear Motors, Gears, Harmonic Drive, Motion Control

Spectral Decomposition: Coordinated control of fast- and slow-tool servo actuators

May 14, 2015 By

As demands for machine productivity increase, there is a growing interest in the use of fast-tool servos in motion control applications. These actuators have a very high bandwidth, but typically a very limited travel range. Examples include voice-coil motors, piezo crystals, laser galvanometers and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Actuators, Delta Tau

Comparing Efficiency and Capabilities of Hybrid Stepper Motor Actuators to Can Stack Stepper Motor Actuators

March 3, 2015 By

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Occasionally we receive calls from customers wanting to know why our size 17 hybrid linear actuator with an input wattage rating of 7 watts has better performance than our 46000 can stack version with an input rating of 10 watts? The answer to this is the efficiency of the motor itself. The average … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Actuators, Ametek, Haydon Kerk, Mechanical, Motors, Stepper Motors

For Everything Between the Motor and Actuator

November 4, 2014 By

GAM's Linear Mount Products are a unique offering of gearboxes, couplings, and motor mount kits designed to mount directly to linear actuators. GAM also designs and manufactures all adapters to integrate individual products into complete system solutions. With this product offering and linear … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Actuators, GAM, Linear Motion, Motion Control

Electric Linear Actuators, Hydraulic Systems & Manual Operation: Important Criteria for Selecting Suitable Motion Technologies for OEM Applications

January 14, 2013 By

  This whitepaper explains key considerations that impact the selection of motion devices for OEM designs. The suitability of electric linear actuators, hydraulics systems, and manual operation overlaps in many applications. Understanding key considerations aids engineers in the selection of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Actuators, Hydraulics, Linak, Motion Control

How To Evaluate Actuators For Washdown In Food And Beverage Applications.

March 8, 2012 By

Materials, design, fabrication and maintenance affect actuator performance and compliance with food safety guidelines in food and beverage processing and packaging. Read our white paper to learn how to select the most appropriate actuators for these challenging environments.   … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Actuators, Linear Motion, Motion Control, New White Papers, Tolomatic

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