Choosing SMC's electric actuators means choosing quality and durability
SMC electric actuators are flexible in terms of speed, force, and positioning. You can select from a diverse range of mechanical options with various controls, ensuring that our electric actuators are perfectly suited to match your specific application.
The foundation of our electric solutions is adaptability.
Our electric actuators seamlessly integrate into your machinery, adapting to your specifications without requiring adjustments. With no need for compressed air and the ability to handle a diverse range of applications, SMC Denmark offers the optimal solution for your needs.
Varieties of electric actuators and drivers provided by SMC
We can categorise electric actuators based on their different mechanisms:
These actuators are compatible with servo motors and excel in transferring loads with impeccable precision and strength.
Rod electric actuators are the ideal solution for quickly and precisely pushing loads.
SMC's electric slide tables are compact, rigid, and precise, designed to move workloads efficiently.
Electric rotary actuators represent a specific type of electric actuators, characterised by their compact nature and ability to rotate to any position, as well as making continuous turns. They provide flexibility when it comes to precisely controlling position, speed, force and acceleration.
These are electrical actuators equipped with two or three fingers to grip objects of various shapes. SMC's electric finger grippers are commonly used in the robotics industry thanks to their flexibility, ease of integration, compact design and speed of operation. They are specifically made to optimise the efficiency of gripping applications such as robotics.
Move towards the smart factory with SMC controllers
As technological innovation increases, it will be essential to move towards smart and flexible manufacturing to optimize machine and process performance.
SMC drivers allow you to move towards the factory of the future, providing you with flexible, real-time remote control of your electric actuators.
To do this, we have specific solutions for different communication protocols, whether they are servo drivers for servo motors or drivers for stepper motors.
Make the most of our extensive range of electric actuators, featuring various motor types suitable for direct current (24V), alternating current (230V), or even motorless options to accommodate all your preferences.
You can pair them seamlessly with our drivers or controllers to create the perfect synergy that can communicate through different protocols or simply with digital inputs and outputs. Additionally, do not overlook our mini actuators – smaller and more compact, they can effortlessly fit into any space while maintaining undeniable precision.
Across our entire portfolio, we present battery-less and high-performance electric actuators, ideal for boosting Overall Equipment Effectiveness and minimising maintenance efforts.
In addition, SMC offers sensor controller actuators equipped with the standard Safe Torque Off (STO), contributing to enhanced safety of the installations in case of an unexpected engine start.
The controllers are also compatible with various communication protocols, including EtherCAT®, EtherNet/IP™, PROFINET, DeviceNet®, IO-Link, and CC-Link, which provide flexibility to production processes. The integration of IO-Link solutions enables intelligent digitization and automation in your industry.
Selection criteria for electric actuators and controllers?
The choice of electric actuator will depend on the process conditions and the type of application, so you must consider:
- Workload
- Stroke
- Speed
- Actuation method
- Intermediate stop locations
- Space for installation
- Control approach
- Encoder category
- Arrangement of the load with respect to the actuator
- Application orientation: horizontal, vertical or wall
- Cycle time: from here the speed and acceleration are deduced
In addition, other requirements must be considered, such as electrical connection type, environmental factors (dust resistance, water-jet protection, secondary battery compatibility), installation expansion plans and supplementary accessories.
In which industries can SMC's electric actuators be advantageous?
Electric actuators find applications across diverse industrial sectors, playing a crucial role in numerous automation processes and powering essential equipment in daily operations. Some of the most prevalent industries include:
Applications of electric cylinders
There are many models of electric actuators with very different characteristics, since they are used in a wide variety of industrial sectors.
Some of the most frequent applications of electric actuators are:
- Transfer applications
- Packaging
- Material handling
- Battery production
- Pushing workpieces
- Precision positioning
- Precision applications
- Loading and unloading of workpieces
- Pick&Place
- Positioning applications
In general, electric actuators are suitable for applications requiring precise control of motion.
Easily select your actuators with our electric actuator selection software.
Do you need advice on selection? Consult with our specialists in Danish or in English.
