Schunk    Morrisville, NC 27560
May 28, 2013 With lightweight parts, SRU plus 20-S Module enables rotation times starting at 0.3 s and up to 3,700 cycles per hour. Patented shock absorbing system combines elastomer with oil-damped shock absorber. Arranged in stack, damping enables minimized cycle times and maximum number of cycles, as well as rotation of high mass inertias or loads.

SMAC Inc.    Carlsbad, CA 92008
Jan 25, 2013 Measuring 50 x 95 x 8 mm for 10 mm stroke, LCA8 Series is designed to replace pneumatic cylinders. Unit offers stroke range up to 50 mm, peak force of 5 N at 3 A, and acceleration up to >20 G. Providing independent control of position, speed, and force, actuator features standard encoder resolution of 5 microns, with 1 or 0.1 micron available as options. Direct drive actuator, available with vacuum shaft and spring option, is suited for pick and place and assembly applications.

B & R Industrial Automation Corp.    Roswell, GA 30076
Nov 12, 2012 Integrating motor, positioning sensor, precision gearbox, and servo drive, ACOPOSmulti65m supports implementation of modular machine concepts. Three sizes enable servo actuators to cover torque range of 1.8–10.5 Nm and power range of 500 W to 2 kW. For applications that demand more power, optional fan assembly can be retrofitted for performance boost of up to 100%. In addition, ACOPOSmulti65m comes with Safe Torque Off and SS1 safety functions in accordance with SIL 3 or PLe.

Misumi USA    Schaumburg, IL 60173
Oct 25, 2012 Available in standard or cover versions with thousands of possible configurations, LX Actuators include High Precision Class models for precise positioning and indexing control, and LX Actuators with Motors, which come in heavy and medium load versions with 8 types of stepper motors. CE compliant, RS Robotic Actuators are available in 18 small sizes driven by stepper motors and 20 large sizes driven by AC servo motors. Clean Room Class 10 models feature sealed design and stainless steel cover.

SKF USA, Inc.    Lansdale, PA 19446
Aug 01, 2012 Reducing energy consumption, contamination, noise, and maintenance, electromechanical SKF CASM Series fits standard industry footprints and eliminates need to constantly run components associated with pneumatic cylinders. Sealing system provides IP54S protection, and sintered filter compensates for pressure differences within linear unit during movement. With load capacities from 300-5,400 N, actuators offer up to 100% duty cycle and allow for continuous non-stop operation.

Exlar Corp.    Chanhassen, MN 55317
Apr 10, 2012 CSA certified and in compliance with CSA 139, Tritex II(TM) Series accommodates applications requiring CSA Class I, Div 2 Groups A, B, C, and D certification. Units integrate servo drive, digital position controller, brushless motor, and linear or rotary actuator in sealed package. Capable of reaching speeds up to 25 ips and forces to 1,000 lb, Tritex II DC actuators virtually eliminate deadband and prevent stiction in valve stem from causing operation malfunctions.

Exlar Corp.    Chanhassen, MN 55317
Mar 16, 2012 Operating from 12-48 Vdc, Tritex II(TM) self-contained motion control solution houses servo drive, digital positioner, and actuator in one integrated package. I/O capabilities - DIO, analog I/O, and communication buses, including Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, and PROFINET IO - promote control and connectivity. Providing motion control in linear and rotary applications, actuators offer 1,000 lb continuous and 1,300 lb peak force ratings as well as speeds reaching 33 ips.

MTC Industries and Research ltd    Karmiel 21611  Israel
Feb 09, 2012 ERSA Redundant Electro-Mechanical Rotary Servo Actuator is designed with built-in fail-safe based on duplicate flight controls located on 2 separate control boards. Back-up control allows UAV to continue flying in case of component failure. Additional features include dual DC brushless motors that minimize maintenance, 3 gang potentiometer, and optional digital or analog output.

Tol-O-Matic, Inc.    Hamel, MN 55340 9499
Sep 16, 2011 Optmized for dynamic performance and service life, IMA55 integrated-motor rod-style actuator delivers up to 3,000 lbf with standard ball screw. Hollow-core rotor design allows nut of screw to pass inside rotor, creating compact package. Additionally, skewed stator windings minimize cogging of motor and promote efficient motion with force repeatability. Able to move at top speed of ~12 ips, actuator comes with choice of motor windings for 230 or 460 Vac in any stroke length from 6-18 in.

New Scale Technologies    Victor, NY 14534
Mar 16, 2011 Able to deliver 0.17 N-m torque and speeds exceeding 400°/sec, non-inductive and non-magnetic M3-R module measures 60 mm dia x 8 mm thick and has scalable design that can be adjusted to optimize dynamic performance, velocity, torque, or size. Module integrates piezoelectric motors, tangential drive mechanism, angular motion sensor, as well as necessary drive and control electronics. It accepts direct battery voltage of 24 V without boost circuits and draws less than 60 W when moving.

AGI - American Grippers Inc.    Trumbull, CT 06611
Mar 14, 2011 Delivering 7-310 lb-in. torque, Series AGR offers 5 bore sizes of .5, .75, 1.0, 1.25, and 1.625 in. with 2 standard rotations of 90 and 180°. Units feature bearing supported flange, enabling payload to be connected directly to flange without need for extra support. Suited for tight space applications, all units include standard angle adjustment of ±5° in each direction and output flange hard stops that minimize internal drive component wear on rack and pinion.

Exlar Corp.    Chanhassen, MN 55317
Dec 15, 2010 Operating with T-Lam(TM) segmented lamination stator technology, SLM and SLG Series suit motion control applications where flammable gases or vapors may be present. SLM Series brushless servo motor, producing speeds to 4,000 rpm, comes in multiple frame sizes, including 90, 115, and 142 mm. Available in 90 and 115 mm frame sizes, UL-Recognized SLG Series gearmotors offer integrated armature and sungear as well as 1, 2, or 3 stack lengths with single and double reductions.

Schunk    Morrisville, NC 27560
Jul 23, 2010 Available in 6 different sizes, SRU-plus rotary actuator offers choice of 2 dampening versions; soft dampening version for short cycle times, and hard dampening version with heavier payload capability. Options include electric and fluid feed through, continuous adjustment of end positions, as well as pneumatic or locked middle position versions.

Exlar Corp.    Chanhassen, MN 55317
Jul 08, 2010 Tritex II(TM) actuators utilize Ethernet/IP link to PLC or HMI that enables users to send and receive data quickly to operate actuator with machine automation control system. Use of Ethernet/IP allows transfer of 100 input and 100 output 16-bit registers, connection through M12 Ethernet connector, connectivity to Rockwell PLCs, and EtherNet/IP register mapping and configuration setup via Tritex Expert software. Units operate from 100-240 Vac, allowing direct connection to factory power sources.

Tol-O-Matic, Inc.    Hamel, MN 55340 9499
Jul 02, 2010 Offering alternative to non-repairable pneumatic cylinders, ERD Series is available in body sizes that are equivalent to 5/8, 1, and 1.5 in. bore pneumatic cylinders with stroke lengths up to 8, 10, and 12 in., respectively, and forces up to 20, 40, and 75 lb. Three sizes, from small to large, accept NEMA 11, 17, or 23 frame stepper and servo motors. Six sensing or switching choices include reed, solid state PNP, solid state NPN, normally open, flying leads, or quick-disconnect.

IAI America, Inc.    Torrance, CA 90505
Apr 07, 2010 Measuring 20 mm wide, ROBO Cylinder Micro Slider RCL-SA operates at max acceleration of 2 G and max speed of 600 mm/s. Sine-wave drive with 3-phase coil eliminates cogging, while built-in encoder enables actuator to perform positioning to maximum of 512 points when combined with ACON controller. Linear motor method, which has no rotational speed reduction mechanism, minimizes slider size while maximizing speed.

IAI America, Inc.    Torrance, CA 90505
Apr 07, 2010 Featuring short body design for narrow locations, RCP2/RCA-SRA Series is available with pulse type motor for push force and low-speed raising and lowering operations, as well as servo motor for stable transportation during high-speed operations. Guides can be selected if load is applied to end of rod, or if straight motion is required. Providing 5 installation surfaces, actuators are available with front and rear flanges and foot brackets.

Schurter, Inc.    Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Jan 05, 2010 Available on TA35 Series circuit breakers, actuator provides grip and turn style knob, which is suited for switching with gloves or where long feedback is desired. TA35 rotary switch offers IP40 protection and fits panel thicknesses from 2-3 mm. Switch and thermal overload protection current ratings range from 0.05-20 A for 1- and 2- pole types, and 0.05-12 A for 3-pole version. Applications include power tools, high pressure cleaners, power generators, and compressors.

Servo2Go.com    Greenville, DE 19807
Sep 09, 2009 Operating via 24 Vdc signals from PLCs or relays, compact SCN5 series actuators are integrated mechatronic cylinders that feature motor, encoder, drive, and actuator in 1 integral package. They are available in stroke lengths to 300 mm and are constructed using extruded aluminum body with 303 stainless for shaft and rod tip. Programmable via PC interface or hand-held pendant, actuators can be connected in networks of up to 16 axes.

SMAC Inc.    Carlsbad, CA 92008
Aug 25, 2009 Measuring 140 x 77.25 x 35 mm with stroke length of 30 mm or 180 x 77.25 x 35 mm with 50 mm stroke length, LAR31 Series features vacuum built in shaft through rotary motor, which assures that external objects are ejected through other end, preventing dust build-up in unit. Standard encoder resolution is 5 µm, with options of 1, 0.5, and 0.1 µm. Backlash-free unit can be programmed to control force/torque, position, and velocity in all axes simultaneously.