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Choosing a suitable power supply and control box for linear actuators is crucial to ensure a longer lifespan and smoother operation of a project. In this guide, the 3 major criteria to be covered would include the requirements for Voltage and Current Ratings, Ingress protection, and Feedback Control. Voltage and Current Ratings Our standard actuators operate from +12 VDC to extend and -12 VDC to retract. The suitable power supplies and control...

Installing can be a simple, easy, pain-free process for anyone. If you find you require some additional help with installation, this guide should be able to set you on the right path. This guide is aimed at helping those with simple automation projects, such as home automation projects, to get the best installation possible. If you have any additional questions about the installation process, feel free to get in contact with us by using the co...

Lead screws can be found in nearly every industry as they are one of the most basic linear electric actuator technologies available. In terms of matching cost with reliability, lead screws are notable components and can be found in quality electric linear actuators at affordable prices. In this article, we will cover the top 10 lead screw questions we frequently get asked which you will find useful to better understand lead screws and how they...

Linear actuators are mechanical devices that have proven beneficial in home automation and design. Many designers have used actuators in residential and industrial applications to make home and business life easier. Depending upon the force requirements of the project, heavy-duty actuators or mini actuators may be used. Most projects related to garage door automation or swing gates will require the use of heavy-duty actuators because of the f...

Unlike fossil fuel and nuclear energy, solar energy is safe and clean. Additionally, it helps to prevent the destruction of habitats while also combating climate change. The importance of solar energy is simply not in its cheapness and reliability, but in the fact that it helps to preserve man’s home. With industries already sensitized, it remains to be seen whether the world will make a permanent shift to renewable energy. In this project, we...

This article will show you how to use the PA-35 Wi-Fi control box to control actuators that require a large amount of current draw. A video demonstration of the PA-17 Heavy Duty Linear Actuator, being controlled using a smartphone, is shown below: View this post on Instagram A brief demonstration of our PA-35 WiFi Control Box controlling our PA-17 Industrial Liner Actuator. Check out our blog at our website to s...