Linear Actuator suits valve gate control applications.
Press Release Summary:
ServoGate(TM) electric servo actuator replaces complex hydraulic valve manifolds and hydraulic power systems used for valve gate control and sequencing. System offers continuous force of 500 lb, and features less than 0.5 sec cycle times for .75 in. extension to 500 lb seat and retraction. It is water-cooled to operate with peak performance at 400°F. Nominal length and diameter is less than 7.0 X 7.0 in. including water jacket, with standard stroke of 0.5 in.
Original Press Release:
Quality Of Injection Molded Parts Can Be Improved With New Electrical Valve Gating Actuator
ServoGate(TM) Electric Linear Actuator replaces complex hydraulic valve gating for improved quality and repeatability
Hamel, MN-September 6, 2005 - TOL-O-MATIC has announced the ServoGate(TM) -a new, patent-pending electric servo actuator designed for valve gate control applications, in particular those in injection molding applications. The ServoGate actuator is the first compact, high performance electric actuator developed specifically to replace the bulky hydraulic valve manifolds and hydraulic power systems used for valve gate control and sequencing. By eliminating a number of variables found in fluid power systems, such as fluid bulk modulus and viscosity changes, the ServoGate actuator delivers precise gate control in a compact package measuring less than 7.0" X 7.0" (17.8 cm X 17.8 cm).
"For years, veterans of hot runner molding technology have looked for the perfect valve gate. ServoGate's all-electric solution improves shot accuracy and repeatability of injection molded parts, regardless of whether it's applied to a standard or all-electric injection press," said Gary Rosengren, Director of Engineering. "The ServoGate actuator also offers significantly extended service life, zero maintenance and improved throughput-while eliminating the environmental costs and hazards of dealing with hydraulic fluids." Rosengren added that ServoGate is a completely integrated design- a major departure from belt coupled, reverse parallel (RP) designs with separate motor and actuator components.
TOL-O-MATIC's Axiom® Plus PV brushless servo controller/drive controls the ServoGate linear actuator. A threaded rod connected to the valve gate passes through the hollow shaft of the actuator, precisely positioning the gate with speed and precision repeatability over millions of cycles. ServoGate offers continuous force of 500 pounds, and features less than 0.5 second cycle times for .75" extension to the 500 lb. seat and retraction. The system is water cooled to operate with peak performance at 400°F. Nominal length and diameter is less than 7.0" X 7.0" including water jacket, with a standard stroke of 0.5" (other strokes are available on request).
ServoGate includes easy-to-use, Windows® based Tol-O-Motion software that offers simple point-and-click sequential programming for the valve gate control requirements of different parts. A PLC ladder logic editor provides a familiar programming environment, with no need to learn new code.
TOL-O-MATIC, Inc. is an ISO 9001:2000 certified manufacturer with sales representation throughout the world. TOL-O-MATIC has been designing and building high quality linear motion control products for over 50 years. For more information, contact: TOL-O-MATIC, Inc., 3800 County Road 116, Hamel, MN 55340 Phone: 800-328-2174 Fax: 763 478 8080. See also www.tolomatic.com
