Finding suitable linear actuators for motion projects
For some time now I have been planning a mechanical setup that requires controlled linear movement and I reached the point where selecting the right actuator became the main challenge. There are many models available and each one lists different stroke lengths voltage values and load ratings which makes the choice less obvious than expected. I am not looking for anything custom or experimental but I still want to make sure the actuator fits the requirements without unnecessary adjustments later. It would be useful to understand how others filter options when faced with such a wide selection.
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I had a similar experience and eventually focused on browsing structured catalogs instead of scattered listings. When looking at https://progressiveautomations.com.au/collections/linear-actuators for available actuators for sale I noticed that each model clearly shows stroke length voltage and load capacity together. This made it easier to compare options side by side and understand which actuators matched my movement needs without relying on assumptions or incomplete descriptions.