Thomson PC-series electric linear actuators

The Thomson PC-series electric linear actuators are claimed to offer the highest precision and power density of any actuator in their class. They are suitable for continuous duty applications.

Traditional pneumatic actuator systems operate continuously, usually at 10–15% efficiency, and have the high maintenance costs of compressors and air leaks. The high-efficiency ball screws in the Thomson PC-series offer efficiencies of over 80% and only use energy when needed. In many applications, converting from pneumatic to electric actuators can generate energy savings which exceed the cost of the new actuator within a year.

The actuators offer flexibility for machine designers who often need to change set-ups to run different processes or products. Changing velocity profiles or end stops can be done quickly with electric actuators.

The series is suitable for food processing and packaging, material handling and factory automation applications where high reliability, accuracy and 100% duty cycle operation are required. They have an IP65 rating and smooth exterior profile, making them suitable for washdown applications.

The actuators are available in small sizes of 25, 32 and 40 mm and have square sizes of 34, 45 and 55 mm respectively, but deliver as high as 6000 N of thrust force. They feature stroke lengths of up to 1200 mm and conform to ISO 15552 for mechanical interfaces and adapters.

Users can easily mount their own motor using the Thomson RediMount systems for fast and reliable installation.