Linear motion specialist Thomson has unveiled an electrically charged actuator as a "powerful" alternative to hydraulic cylinders.
The T130 ball screw-driven precision linear actuator is capable of powering high loads and can provide reliable industrial or outdoor positioning in a broad range of linear applications, according to Engineer Live.
The product manufacturers are responsible for first inventing anti-friction technology over 60 years ago and say they have used their expertise in the industry to develop innovative technology.
With a 50mm diameter screw, the dynamic load capacity of the new model has been increased to 60kilonewtons (kN) and its static load capacity to 80kN, for powerful pulling, pushing and positioning of high loads.
T130 precision linear actuators are suited to a variety of different applications, the website reports, including those in thermoforming, packaging machines and solar tracking. They can provide more controllable movement in mechanical systems than hydraulic or pneumatic components.
More common use of the technology can be found in sectors such as agriculture, construction, mining, forestry and road and railway work.
Industrial equipment that is powered by linear motion, including cleaning machines, conveyors and adjustable work tables, may also benefit from the introduction of the electric actuator.
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