Compact Linear Voice Coil Actuators integrate position sensor.
Press Release Summary:
Offering solution for those requiring actuator with integrated position sensor in compact package, LAS13 Series can be used in various positioning and force control applications. There are 4 models that offer 6 mm total stroke and 15.5 N peak force in 1.3 in. dia x 1.8-1.1 in. long packages. For application flexibility, models are available in fully and semi-housed versions as well as one version with no housing at all.
Original Press Release:
BEI Kimco Magnetics Introduces Linear Actuator Family
Offering Integrated Position Sensor in Small Package
VISTA, Calif. − BEI Kimco Magnetics, a company of Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST), Inc., has introduced the new LAS13 Linear Voice Coil Actuator Series in response to customer need for an actuator with integrated position sensor in a compact package. The result is a highly reliable design that can be used in a variety of positioning and force control applications.
The new series includes four new models with varying levels of sophistication for complete flexibility and easy application. All models in the series offer 6mm of total stroke and 15.5 N peak force in a small package size of only 1.3" in diameter and lengths from just 1.8" to 1.1".
First in the family is the Actuator Model LAS13-18-000A, a fully housed actuator that incorporates an analog position sensor and self-alignment capabilities via internal shaft and bearings, offering a complete package ready for simple drop-in-place installation. When this model is used in a system, position accuracy of 10 to 20 microns can be achieved. Low moving mass allows an improved frequency response. Designers and OEMs seeking ways to cut costs on purchasing and assembling all components separately, will find this integrated model an ideal solution.
For customers with sensors elsewhere in their system, the second model in the series, LAH13-18-000A, provides a fully housed version and self-alignment capabilities, without position sensor. A semi-housed version, the LA13-11-001A, features self-alignment only, while the basic model, LA13-11-000A, has no housing, sensor or alignment for complete adaptability by the customer.
"Not all customers can accommodate an un-housed actuator," explains Miguel Hermosillo, BEI Kimco Application Engineer. "Many prefer to have something that is already aligned and housed. BEI Kimco's new integrated package eliminates the need for them to order and assemble all the components separately, saving time and money, and speeding product time to market. With its fully integrated position sensor, housing, shaft and bearings for alignment, everything is already in place ready to drop into their system. To our knowledge, we are the only ones on the market offering a fully integrated actuator in this small package size, and without staging," he adds.
Common applications for the new actuator family include valve actuation, pick and place, mirror steering, pumps, and metering and dosing for a wide range of equipment found in such industries as industrial, medical, scientific, semiconductor/electronics, military, and aerospace.
Pricing for the fully integrated LAS13-18-000A is in the $300's in production quantities. Small quantities usually ship within a week. For further information contact BEI Kimco Magnetics, 2470 Coral Street, Bldg. D, Vista, CA 92081-8430, USA, Tel: (760) 597-7042; Toll-free: (800) 572-7560; Fax: (760) 597-6320; email: sales@beikimco.com; www.beikimco.com
About BEI Kimco Magnetics:
BEI Kimco Magnetics is an operation of Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST). BEI Kimco Magnetics was founded in 1974 and is a leading manufacturer of high speed, fractional horsepower brushless BLDC motors, voice coil actuators, smart voice coil actuators and BLDC motor controllers for the Transportation, Industrial, and Aerospace & Defense markets. These products are used across a wide range of applications including medical and scientific, factory and office automation, optics, semiconductor/electronics, military, aviation, space systems, and security. Kimco merges leading-edge capabilities and cost-effective manufacturing know-how with highly customized applications expertise. www.beikimco.com
About CST Motors:
CST Motors is comprised of BEI Kimco Magnetics and Crouzet; both are operations of Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST). CST Motors has global sales of $68 M. CST Motors has the ability to support our customers worldwide with International sales teams and adaptation centers.
Crouzet (pronounced cruise-A) started operations in the US in 1978. The Crouzet motor activity is composed of sub-fractional HP AC, DC, BLDC, and Stepper motors with global sales of $55 M, with a worldwide sales team and adaptation centers to support special OEM applications. www.crouzet.com
BEI Kimco Magnetics is a leading manufacturer of high speed, fractional horsepower brushless BLDC motors, voice coil actuators, smart voice coil actuators and BLDC motor controllers for the Transportation, Industrial, and Aerospace & Defense markets. www.beikimco.com
About Custom Sensors & Technologies:
Headquartered in Moorpark, CA - Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST) is comprised of industry-leading brands including Crouzet, Kavlico, Crydom, and former divisions of BEI Technologies - Newall and Systron Donner. CST provides sensors, controls, and actuation products for the Transportation, Industrial and Aerospace & Defense markets. www.cstsensors.com
