Design Low-Cost Actuators for Harsh Environments (.PDF Download)

June 25, 2015

In general, equipment designers are quite proficient at finding workarounds when a motion system is not exactly suited for an application. It’s either that, or pay a premium for a highly customized design that’s engineered to specifically address their need.

However, another way around these problems is to use the proper blend of actuator components that meet high standards for motion performance, environmental ruggedness, operational life, and cost constraints...

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