SMAC Moving Coil Actuators introduced its new LPL Series 125 low-profile electric linear actuator designed specifically for use on robot end effectors.
The LPL Series actuators utilize SMAC’s moving coil linear servo motors for industry-leading precision control often needed for end effector applications, such as parts finishing, pick-and-place tasks and assembly operations.
The LPL Series actuators offer programmable control of speeds, positioning down to microns, and forces from as low as 0.1 Newtons (N) up to 250 N. In addition, as LPL Series actuators complete their tasks they provide real-time feedback for tracking, performance, and quality control.
LPL Series actuators are unique in that they can be used on end effectors for a variety of applications, including testing buttons, switches, and levers; deburring and finishing parts; lifting fragile products; or clamping materials for welding or soldering.
LPL Series actuators also are cost-competitive, have high cycle rates, are energy-efficient and have a lifespan of more than 100 million life cycles. The LPL’s benefits are similar to SMAC’s LDL and LBR Series actuators, which are also used for robot end effectors.