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SMAC LPL Series actuators, designed to replace air cylinders, use a DC linear servo motor, and are fully programmable for precision force control.
The LPL Series actuators have a peak force of 170 newton and a standard 25 mm stroke, with other strokes available.
Air cylinders, often used for filling, typically have two positions and one set speed, while some variations have three positions and two speeds. The LPL80 has programmable speed and positioning down to microns.
The LPL80 also features SMAC’s patented “soft-land” capability to gently locate a surface, perform its function and provide real-time feedback for tracking, performance and quality control.
In addition, the electronic actuators have a peak cycle rate of 2,400 cycles per minute, up to three times faster than air cylinders and, because their programmable control eliminates harsh stops and starts that cause premature wear and failure, they last much longer than 100 million cycles.
The LPL80 is waterproof with an Ingress Protection (IP) 67 rating. IP69 versions can also be provided.
