Choosing SMC's electric actuators means selecting excellence and durability.
SMC electric actuators offer inherent versatility, providing adaptability in speed, force, and positioning. You can choose from a wide range of mechanical options with various controls, ensuring our electric actuators are precisely designed to meet your specific application.
The key feature of our electric solutions is flexibility. Our electric actuators adapt to your processes, not the other way around. No compressed air needed and can manage a variety of applications, making it the perfect solution for your needs.
Various types of electric actuators and drivers available from SMC Norge
Electric actuators can be categorised based on their specific mechanisms:
Belt & Ball Screw Drives
These actuators are engineered to work with servo motors, exhibiting exceptional precision and strength in transferring loads.
SMC's electric slide tables, characterised by their space-efficient design, sturdy construction, and high accuracy, are engineered for effective load transport.
Electric rotary actuators are unique, space-efficient devices capable of rotating to any angle, including full revolutions. They provide versatile control over positioning, velocity, torque, and acceleration parameters.
SMC's electric finger grippers are versatile tools with two or three digits, designed to handle objects of various shapes. Their adaptability, easy integration, compact design, and quick performance make them a favourite in robotics. These grippers are engineered to optimize object manipulation tasks
Embrace the Smart Industry with SMC Controllers
As technology advances, transitioning to smart and flexible manufacturing is essential for optimising machine and process performance.
SMC drivers enable you to embrace the future of manufacturing with flexible, real-time remote control for your electric actuators. We provide customized solutions for different communication protocols, ideal for both servo and stepper motors.
Explore our extensive range of electric actuators, featuring various motor types suitable for direct current (24V), alternating current (230V), or motorless options to match your preferences. Easily pair them with our drivers or controllers to create a synergy that communicates through various protocols or simple digital inputs and outputs. Additionally, consider our mini actuators--compact and space-efficient, they integrate seamlessly into any space while maintaining precise functionality.
Our portfolio includes battery-less and high-performance electric actuators, ideal for enhancing Overall Equipment Effectiveness and streamlining maintenance efforts.
SMC's sensor controller actuators come with built-in Safe Torque Off (STO) functionality, boosting safety by preventing unintended motor activation. These devices support multiple communication standards, such as EtherCAT®, EtherNet/IP™, PROFINET, DeviceNet®, IO-Link, and CC-Link, allowing for adaptable manufacturing setups. The inclusion of IO-Link technology enables smarter, more automated factory operations through improved digital integration.
Key Factors in Selecting Electric Actuators and Controllers
Picking the right electric actuators and controllers requires careful evaluation of various mechanical and electronic factors.
1. Application Data:
Your choice of electric actuator depends on the application requirements and operating environment. Key considerations include:
- Workload
- Stroke
- Speed
- Actuation method
- Intermediate stop locations
- Available mounting area
- Control approach
- Encoder type
- Load positioning relative to actuator
- Mounting direction (horizontal, vertical, or side-mounted)
- Cycle time, affecting speed and acceleration rates
In addition, it is crucial to account for the type of electrical connection needed, the device's ability to withstand harsh environments including dust and water, compatibility with secondary batteries, potential future installation growth, and necessary supplementary equipment.
2. Selection of Mechanics:
Mechanical Transmission System:
The selected mechanical transmission system directly impacts overall system accuracy and agility. Two fundamental categories of mechanical transmission system:
- Spindle: These mechanisms offer exceptional accuracy and low maintenance requirements, although they may not be ideal for long travel distances.
- Belt: Belt-driven systems excel in applications requiring longer travel, but they typically deliver less force compared to other options.
The choice of guidance mechanism is crucial, as it significantly impacts the electric actuator's durability and performance. Available guidance options include:
- Skate with recirculating ball system
- Double guide systems
- Auxiliary guides for system reinforcement
3. Selection of Motor Selection:
The dynamism of the system is heavily influenced by the selected motor type, whether a stepper or servo motor.
- Stepper Motors: Industrial stepper motors deliver exceptional repeatability and increased low-speed torque at a competitive price, making them ideal for handling and pick-and-place tasks.
- Servomotors: With their high-power output and exceptional dynamic response, industrial servomotors are well-suited for tasks requiring precise and synchronised motion.
Encoder Integrated into the Motor Type
To ensure precise and up-to-date information about the electric cylinder's operation, selecting the right encoder is vital. There are three primary encoder classifications:
- Incremental Encoder
- Absolute Encoder
- Absolute Encoder without Battery
4.Control Type:
To ensure optimal performance, the controller chosen must complement the actuator and align with the specific demands of the application.
Three primary groups of controllers exist:
- Positioner Controller
- Pulse Controller
- Fieldbus Controller
Moreover, each controller type is available in both single-axis and multi-axis configurations.
Which industries can leverage SMC's electric actuators?
Electric actuators are indispensable tools across a wide range of industries, powering automation and equipment. Major sectors utilizing this technology include:
Use of Electric Actuators
Given the diverse needs of different industries, electric actuators are produced in numerous models with varying specifications.
Electric actuators drive a variety of applications, such as:
- Transfer operations
- Packaging
- Material handling
- Battery production
- Pushing workpieces
- Precision positioning
- Precision applications
- Loading and unloading of workpieces
- Pick&Place
- Positioning applications
Electric actuators are ideal for tasks requiring exact motion control.
Our electric actuator selection software simplifies the actuator choice process.
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