Thanks to the gearhead reduction, geared linear actuators are able to take in high input speeds and deliver correspondingly high output forces. This allows an increase in the torque of the drive as well as in positioning accuracy. If both are necessary for the linear movement, this product combination provides the perfect solution.
What is a geared linear actuator?
A geared linear actuator is a combination of rotating motor and spindle gear (gearhead with integrated threaded rod and nut).
How are geared linear actuators designed?
For this product category, FAULHABER uses only planetary gearheads. The gearhead and the integrated threaded rod with matching nut or recirculating ball nut form a unit that is also referred to as a geared linear actuator. This component can be combined with various brushless or brushed DC-motors as well as with stepper motors of appropriate diameter.
How do geared linear actuators work?
Like any gearhead, the geared linear actuator receives the movement of the motor shaft and transfers it with its specific reduction ratio to the output shaft. The threaded rod is permanently attached to this shaft. As it rotates, the nut is set in linear motion, which is transferred to the application.
Criteria for the selection of geared linear actuators
The key selection criteria depend on the requirements of the application:
Axial force
Speed
Accuracy
Service life
Axial force and speed are determined by the motor/gearhead combination as well as the reduction ratio. The available reduction ratios range from 1:1 to 1294:1.