Questions tagged [actuator]
An actuator is a device for converting energy into motion. They may be pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, or mechanical.
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Chicken coop door opener circuit
I'm designing a circuit that will open a chicken coop when the sun comes up. I've attached a bungee cord to the door which opens the door when a pin is released. This pin is released by a car door ...
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VNH5019A Flyback issue on custom PCB
I have a custom high power PCB I recently designed and am currently testing. It is designed to use 2 linear actuators link. I am using a VNH6019A H-bridge to control them. They operate simply as -12v ...
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Linear actuator suggestion - fast , powerful and small [closed]
Suggestion for linear actuators?
Some desired specs
Very fast [coompletes forward motion in 10-20 ms
Just a pulse reaction needed - Can move forward with great speed
Backward thrust not needed; can ...
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How do I wire Solid State Relays to a linear actuator
Sorry for the dumb question, but I only know enough to get myself in trouble.. I've searched through previous questions and haven't found an answer that dumbs it down enough for me.
I'm trying to ...
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Actuator resistance
Sorry, I’m not much good at electrical work, but I’m trying to understand why this actuator I purchased doesn’t use the rated power specs. I expect this question may have been asked before, but I can’...
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How to know the right amp to power a 12V actuator?
I have an Arduino Uno. I need to use an electric linear actuator to control the movement of a joint in which I have installed a rotary encoder to know in what angles it's moving.
The actuator is a 12 ...
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What is the best way automated relay switches can work with manual switches for a two way skylight motor?
I am installing a pair of skylights and considering if I could automate them with a Raspberry pi. The same could apply to windows or blinds, so I am hoping someone has done similar.
Is this a safe ...
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Function to Determine Plunger Force on Solenoid Actuator
I am designing a solenoid actuator system and need help determining the kinematics. I need to know what the force from the solenoid would be as a function of the plunger's position.
Would there be a ...
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Creating a linear actuator
so I am working on a project that involves opening and closing a two piece chamber made of rubber. I have to get a good seal on the chamber so no gases can pass through between the rubber pieces and ...
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Actuating Pencil To Draw Waveforms
I am looking to make a pencil whose tip moves to create a waveform as you move it across the paper.In essence, I want to be able to record a sound and then play the sound through the pencil whilst I ...
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I need help in rewiring a chicken coop pop door
4 years ago I purchased an automatic chicken pop door for my coop. It is 12 volts and the door opens at dawn and shuts at dusk by means of a photosensor. It is a home built device that works quite ...
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NO/NC AC Actuator
I'm looking to build some projector cases for a school gymnasium which is a high dust environment. I'm looking to create an enclosure with a solenoid/servo/actuator that will open the enclosure at the ...
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What is the speed of hard disk actuator arm?
There is a lot of material discussing the rotational speed of the magnetic disk in HDD but not about the rotational speed of actuator arm.
What are the typical actuation speeds of the actuator in ...
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Small lock actuator controlled by single lipo
I am working on a project, in which I have a small box, in which I need it to be locked from the inside. It will have a panel on the front to enter in a code to open it. It needs to be very small, ...
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Can I use a push button switch to operate an actuator?
Please forgive me if my question is just silly. I'm really struggling to find answers.
I have bought what I believe to be a DPDT switch. It is however a push button switch. It is an 8 pole switch with ...
