Comparing Linear Servos & Linear Actuators - with Kyle and Jason

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In this video Kyle and Jason compare linear servos and linear actuators.
Linear Actuators and Linear Servos can be found at the URL below:
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  • @lasharonbrown9454
    @lasharonbrown94543 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the video. You both explained all the questions I had with perfect detail; opening the unit itself and displaying the inner working of the actuator was a bonus.!

  • @GAment_11
    @GAment_117 жыл бұрын

    Great video guys, I will be using this information for sure! Will send you guys an email shortly regarding a project. Thanks again for the upload.

  • @erikgarston1395
    @erikgarston13957 жыл бұрын

    Exactly what I was looking for, Thank you very much. :)

  • @dgb5820
    @dgb58204 жыл бұрын

    really appreciate this video now I know what I need

  • @ColinRichardson
    @ColinRichardson8 жыл бұрын

    This was an amazing video, thank you very much. Really liked that you taken it apart too.

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    8 жыл бұрын

    +Colin Richardson Thanks, Colin!

  • @karmmark888
    @karmmark8883 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Tom and Dustin. Great job.

  • @jaya7905
    @jaya7905 Жыл бұрын

    The damn Actuonix linear actuators with potentiometer feedback don't even come with limit switches. I hit the limit for a just a second and the entire housing started warping. Damnedest thing I have ever seen. Glad you guys designed it right.

  • @geospectrum
    @geospectrum5 жыл бұрын

    A great explanation. I now know 100% more than I did 12 minutes ago!

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    5 жыл бұрын

    Glad you found it helpful! Let us know if you have any questions tech@servocity.com.

  • @DennisMathias
    @DennisMathias7 жыл бұрын

    This WAS a really good instructional video. Excellent.

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    7 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Dennis! Glad you found it helpful and informative.

  • @olwaysyourroopa3991
    @olwaysyourroopa39917 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for the video..its very informative.. I had coded a program to set a timer to count the forward extension and reverse retraction of the actuator using 16f877a and to display the time in LCD.

  • @jonihermawanto9896

    @jonihermawanto9896

    5 жыл бұрын

    Roopa B please help. How to read position of the actuator with reed magnetic sensor in arduino?

  • @johnheiney8943
    @johnheiney89436 жыл бұрын

    Great video guys. Minor correction: You meant "double pole double throw" switch. Cheers

  • @1chamoy20006
    @1chamoy200065 жыл бұрын

    Very well edited and great info!

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Michael! Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @malitape
    @malitape7 жыл бұрын

    Great video with simple language for a complex system. I'm a absolute novice but learning so much from these videos, thank you

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    7 жыл бұрын

    We're glad you find our videos helpful! As always, don't hesitate to contact us should you have any questions tech@servocity.com.

  • @sunilbute4012
    @sunilbute40124 жыл бұрын

    Thanks u very much 🙏 thats the information what am looking for excellent n informative 👍👍👍best

  • @Texas1FlyBoy
    @Texas1FlyBoy4 жыл бұрын

    To be more precise, DPDT = Double POLE Double Throw switch. Good intro to servos & actuators!

  • @alexudeisa6942
    @alexudeisa69428 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Man, it was awesome video, I will be contacting you guys later on for assistance on my project.

  • @oscarine28
    @oscarine284 жыл бұрын

    Bravo and thank you very much for this video

  • @GrowingABetterTomorrow
    @GrowingABetterTomorrow4 жыл бұрын

    Great video, area there any problems that you are aware of regarding installing them in a hot humid greenhouse for ridge and side vent opening? Thank you.

  • @rayvolpe3110
    @rayvolpe31109 ай бұрын

    I bought an actuator for my boat trim motor and it lasted about 3 weeks before it died. I made sure it was water proof and then I also sprayed it with water proofing. So that is one thing you forget to mention. It had much more dynamic and static load rating than I needed and was the correct voltage. It was slow but I would rather slow than not enough lift. Anyway, I would be interested to know what went wrong. The company had a 30 day return but by the time I was able to install I really only got about 3 weeks out of it and maybe had to lift the motor 8 times during that period. Can you comment on what may have/could have gone wrong ?

  • @abdelazizfouad749
    @abdelazizfouad7496 жыл бұрын

    Hi, thanks a lot for your interesting video; I just have a question if you permet Does the linear actuator contain a limit switch that stop it even if we're giving an order to the motor to move ( forward and backward) ? THANKS :)

  • @michealbeers777
    @michealbeers7777 жыл бұрын

    excellent video!!! Thanks for posting....it really helped me out for the project I was working on.

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    7 жыл бұрын

    You're most welcome. Glad it was helpful for your project!

  • @user-kn6sz8ji1j
    @user-kn6sz8ji1j Жыл бұрын

    Great video. My question is, can I remove the cover of my "Windy City" actuator and reposition either, or both of the limit switches to stop the extension, or retraction, at a particular position? Thank you.

  • @fernandoclaudiodeoliveira6205
    @fernandoclaudiodeoliveira62054 жыл бұрын

    Very well explained !

  • @marvinlumbres7524
    @marvinlumbres75247 жыл бұрын

    great video. it helped me. thanks

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    7 жыл бұрын

    Glad you found it helpful!

  • @arbjful
    @arbjful4 жыл бұрын

    Nice video. Very helpful indeed. I have been going through some linear actuator sites, they mention usage rate or duty cycle like 20% in their specifications, what does this mean?? Could anyone explain. I am looking for a linear actuator , 80MM/sec speed, with Hall effect encoder for position feedback. The actuator would be active every 2 minutes, with rest periods of 2-5 minutes. Will this type of operation affect the life of the motor ??

  • @davidstokes5481
    @davidstokes54817 ай бұрын

    GREAT VIDEO! I want to put an actuator on my lawnmower deck. How do I calculate the size, travel, and strength needed? The mower deck is roughly 200 lbs. Thanks!

  • @ajbutch123
    @ajbutch123 Жыл бұрын

    Looking at one of these linear servos to convert a riding mower into a RC mower. Gonna need one for steering, and a light duty one for actuating the hydrostatic transmission control lever. It's gonna be sweet!

  • @natrahsiti6595
    @natrahsiti65955 жыл бұрын

    this is what i looking for.. thanks for the video..

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    5 жыл бұрын

    Glad you found it helpful!

  • @raffmini
    @raffmini9 ай бұрын

    For my application I need 2, of the 2" Stroke 115 lb Thrust Heavy Duty Linear Actuator, I wanted to know if I could use a, "Thrustmaster USB Joystick (PC)", or which one do you recommend. I don't understand much. I have seen your video. Thanks Raffaele

  • @tomlomax9909
    @tomlomax99097 жыл бұрын

    This video was fantastic!

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    7 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Tom. Glad you found it helpful.

  • @jorgenelsonfelix52
    @jorgenelsonfelix527 жыл бұрын

    😃 Espectacular muy bien 😃👍👍.

  • @hankstank7803
    @hankstank78038 жыл бұрын

    great video guys !

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    8 жыл бұрын

    +Makayla Felipe Thank you, Makayla!

  • @dmitryponyatov2158
    @dmitryponyatov2158 Жыл бұрын

    in case of a real closed loop control, ism't it more correct to use the last stage sensor in place of in-box potentiometer?

  • @emrahy.849
    @emrahy.8496 жыл бұрын

    super video...ı was wondering the sytstem and thnxx really

  • @tommyrocks9794
    @tommyrocks97945 жыл бұрын

    Very good demo.I like the contrast between you two, I actually learned a lot from two perspectives, that was very thorough and satisfying considering my obsession with finding out everything tech,especially electric motors I will subscribe and like. I love the way you get down to business, no extra B.S. I’m a K.I.S.S. fan myself, keep it simple is usually my aspect on things, I also enjoyed the disassembly, appreciate the convinces you 2 have provided and fantastic presentation!

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Tommy! We appreciate the kind words and are glad you found it helpful!

  • @i_might_be_lying
    @i_might_be_lying7 жыл бұрын

    Great info! Thanks!

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    7 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Phil. We're glad you found it helpful.

  • @bitrage.
    @bitrage. Жыл бұрын

    Hey, what would I need in order to be able to control force, so let's say it's some kind of actuator that can pull max force of 100lbs but if I set it half way then I can still pull the full range of actuator range but it would be 50 lbs, quarter setting 25lbs, ect.??? So like a shock absorber but with on the fly resistance control?

  • @tecnoprofet
    @tecnoprofet5 жыл бұрын

    Nice, educational video. Thanks.

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    5 жыл бұрын

    Glad you found it helpful!

  • @karlpapworth1158
    @karlpapworth11585 жыл бұрын

    Hey guys just stumbled upon your channel after trying to find a solution to a problem im having. I have little knowledge of anything to do with servos and could really use a hand figuring out what i need to do what i need to do. Im trying to make an exoskeletal arm brace/ elbow joint for my mum who suffered from arthritis and had many failed attempts at replacing the joint. She now has no elbow or bone 8 inches either side of where the elbow should be. Ive figured out the rigging now im stuck on how to wire up an actuator to extend and hold in place with one button and retract and hold in place when released with another. This is a long shot and im sure youre very busy but any push in the right direction would be amazing! Thanks for your time. Karl :)

  • @michaelcarroll4832
    @michaelcarroll4832 Жыл бұрын

    Very Nice Description. Can a Micro:bit or Raspberry PI be used to control the Linear Actuator? Thanks!

  • @michelboisvert5684
    @michelboisvert56843 жыл бұрын

    hi, I have one of those activators (4 inches) is what I can lift my tractor snowblower that weighs 300lbs, thank you.

  • @DavidGuyton
    @DavidGuyton6 жыл бұрын

    I would like to trigger a light to come on when the actuator is fully extended. Is this possible?

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    6 жыл бұрын

    Hi David, there are various ways you could go about it. For example you could use a limit switch ( www.servocity.com/electronics/components/switches/limit-switches ) that is physically engaged to turn on the light. Or you if you are using something like an Arduino or Raspberry Pi with a servo hat you could use a linear servo ( www.servocity.com/servos/linear-servos ) and a PWM switch ( www.servocity.com/electronics/components/switches/pwm-switches ) and send two PWM signals, one to control the linear servo and one to turn on the light via the PWM switch. You could also use a PWM switch with a Y-harness and linear servo to run them both off of the same PWM signal (like from an RC receiver or Arduino, Raspbery Pi etc) but the light would turn on the entire time the servo is extending and not just at full extension. Let us know if you have any other questions tech@servocity.com.

  • @DavidGuyton

    @DavidGuyton

    6 жыл бұрын

    thanks you guys are awesome.

  • @gcase08

    @gcase08

    6 жыл бұрын

    David Guyton i

  • @grimuk3817

    @grimuk3817

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@sharpfinch5354 And it will be thew best thing for her.

  • @kornelkresak9360

    @kornelkresak9360

    3 жыл бұрын

    David Guyton Yes its possible

  • @javyaute
    @javyaute3 жыл бұрын

    Thankyou very much

  • @ralphriffle1126
    @ralphriffle11264 жыл бұрын

    Great video

  • @newtron762
    @newtron7627 жыл бұрын

    o yes, i thought it doesnt have feedback from the actuator. i need this on my thesis. thanks for the video.

  • @CryptoWorld2
    @CryptoWorld24 жыл бұрын

    You guys are great together, Cracked me when you pulled out the linear servo how Jason was looking at you thinking "why is this dude trying to one up me man"

  • @gileswalker1602
    @gileswalker16026 жыл бұрын

    Hi, Could you tell me what model linear servo you use in the video. What was the speed of it? Thank you.

  • @AtleRamsli
    @AtleRamsli6 жыл бұрын

    I loved the way the linear actuator moved. Way better than the servo's jerky moves.

  • @synthead
    @synthead3 ай бұрын

    A couple questions! What is the noise rating on the servo? Also, if I were to open the servo and move the limit switch on the fully-extended side (desolder, drill, solder), would the servo have a correctly-functioning shortened range? I'm looking to do ~85 lbs with a ~1.5" throw and it would be excellent to have the safety in hardware, not software.

  • @petrisalo7196
    @petrisalo71964 жыл бұрын

    Hello! Great video. Is it possible to create an automatic reciprocating (preferably adjustable) movement with a linear actuator (without having to turn a switch back and forth) and if so what equipment would one need? Thank you so much 😊

  • @kalinkakylab9303

    @kalinkakylab9303

    Жыл бұрын

    arduino

  • @moea1984
    @moea19842 жыл бұрын

    Hi, I have question, I have got the Linear 12 V -DC, 300N, 50mm stroke length the same as Jason tested. I connect to Adaptor 500 mA, but does not work is it because I need more Ampere for 12 v dc adaptor?

  • @andrewwastien
    @andrewwastien Жыл бұрын

    can this be use to move the handles in a hydraulic crane system?

  • @makinamati
    @makinamati6 жыл бұрын

    Do you have an idea of the weight lifting capacity of these items?

  • @nicevideomancanada
    @nicevideomancanada2 жыл бұрын

    I am looking for a mechanical device that creates more force in one direction than the return stroke. to shake gold particles along a shaker table. if the force is equal = no movement gained. any ideas.

  • @88JcJas
    @88JcJas3 жыл бұрын

    Great vid. Do you know would you go about controlling the specific position of the actuator throughout the day? Like for a solar tracker. Cheers!

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    3 жыл бұрын

    It sounds like you're after a linear servo of some sort, likely combined with a microcontroller to send it position commands such as an Ardunio (www.servocity.com/pololu-a-star-32u4-prime-sv/) To interpret the signals from a solar tracking sensor or something of the like.

  • @jorgerivaya4341
    @jorgerivaya43416 жыл бұрын

    hello, excellent video !!! Do you know if the linear servos or the linear actuators would have the necessary force to be able to step on the clutch of a mechanical car? If so, please recommend one. I am disabled, I appreciate your response.

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    6 жыл бұрын

    Glad you found our video helpful, Braulio. Yes, a linear actuator or linear servo is capable of actuating the clutch on a vehicle. There are a lot of variables involved such as the position of the actuator in relation to the fulcrum, the type of clutch (mechanical, hydraulic, etc.), the pressure of the clutch, rated force of the actuator, etc. Please contact us should you have any additional questions tech@servocity.com, we'd be glad to help.

  • @captainron8111
    @captainron81114 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for a great instructional video. I am going to use actuators to control my boats speed and shift her transmission. Do you know of any better suited for the marine environment?

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    4 жыл бұрын

    While there are marine grade linear actuators on the market, we do not offer them or have a suggested source that we know to send you to unfortunately. Feel free to reach out to our Tech Team should you have any other questions tech@servocity.com.

  • @GAment_11
    @GAment_117 жыл бұрын

    In terms of controlling the analog potentiometer, do you have any equipment on your website or alternate suggestions which connects to a PC, allowing one to set the actuator position by computer? Thanks guys!

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    7 жыл бұрын

    At this time we do not sell any products which allow you to read an analog signal (such as from a potentiometer) from an PC. That being said you might take a look at microcomputers as a means of doing this depending on your project requirements. Please let us know if you have any additional questions tech@servocity.com

  • @sandermont163
    @sandermont1637 жыл бұрын

    I have a few questions about the linear servo. I would like to do position control what would I need for this? Just a PWM Signal? Also this has a Yellow, Black and Red wire which is which?

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    7 жыл бұрын

    Yes, a PWM signal will tell the linear servo exactly what position it needs to be at (just like a normal servo). On a servo lead the Red wire is + the black wire is - and the yellow wire is signal.

  • @joealvarez1115
    @joealvarez11158 жыл бұрын

    kewl video guys!

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    8 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Joe!

  • @mesfinbelayneh5528
    @mesfinbelayneh55287 жыл бұрын

    Dear Servo City, that is very helpful video, many thanks!! I have one question though, is the any way to vary the output force of the actuator?

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    7 жыл бұрын

    The output force can be varied by changing the voltage or limiting the current supplied to the motor. If you want to have even more control there are force sensors available that could be used in conjunction with a motor controller as a closed loop system. Please let us know if you have any other questions tech@servocity.com

  • @asepheriheri713
    @asepheriheri7136 жыл бұрын

    Bravooooo.. thanks

  • @rty1955
    @rty19554 жыл бұрын

    What a racket those things make!!

  • @franciscourena5636
    @franciscourena56363 жыл бұрын

    I am ready to buy the linear servo for an autonomous boat installation using the PIXHAWK Flight/ navagation controller A- How do I go about connecting the pixhawk to the linear servo?

  • @inhibited44
    @inhibited445 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for showing that actuator. I thought I would need a hydraulic cartridge to push something up, but that should work.

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    5 жыл бұрын

    Glad you found it helpful, Ted. Let us know should you have any questions tech@servocity.com.

  • @inovationANAS
    @inovationANAS6 жыл бұрын

    Awaome video and display .. 👍👍

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @BennyJSr.
    @BennyJSr.4 жыл бұрын

    Awesome vid...does the amp of battery effect the actuator? Asking because I plan to install 2 linear actuators in my truck and debating if I should tap off the truck battery or off separate battery. Thanks

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Benjamin. If you are running linear actuators, you can tie them into your vehicle battery without a problem. The motor in an actuator won't be bothered by the fluctuation in voltage due to the alternator. More care would need to be taken if a micro-controller were in the equation. Feel free to email us should you have any other questions tech@servocity.com.

  • @BennyJSr.

    @BennyJSr.

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@ServoCity awesome, thank you!!!

  • @inherentinsight5856
    @inherentinsight58562 жыл бұрын

    Is it possible to have it extend and retract on a constant basis?

  • @cuencopatrick
    @cuencopatrick7 жыл бұрын

    thanks man! i just have a question, what do you call the gear that moves the threaded rod up and down?

  • @greengeckodesign

    @greengeckodesign

    7 жыл бұрын

    The threaded rod (lead screw) gets rotated, it has a lead screw nut which moves up and down along the lead screw as the lead screw rotates.

  • @AztecWarrior69

    @AztecWarrior69

    4 жыл бұрын

    First it's not up and down. It's in / out or extend / retract. Next the screw rotates, it doesn't move in or out. The lead screw nut is what travels along the lead screw and Push Rod / Extension Tube is attached to that nut. The gears that drive the lead screw are a combination of a worm drive/screw that drives the rest of the spur gears. OOPs My apologies. The one he is showing here does not use a worm gear. It is just a set of spur gears.

  • @purekhankirchala3907
    @purekhankirchala39074 жыл бұрын

    thanks a lot

  • @cronkthecrunk
    @cronkthecrunk6 жыл бұрын

    yesssss! they considered visual learners! gonna figure out how to pop these into a computer desk 😈

  • @markp8295

    @markp8295

    4 жыл бұрын

    Forwarning, they aren't very powerful unless you pay a bit. Lifting an empty deal sure. But with a monitor and a few books it may struggle.

  • @JamesBond-ul6ig
    @JamesBond-ul6ig6 жыл бұрын

    Great review. I have a question. If you stop it in the middle before it hit the limit switch and keep for a few hours does it use any electricity and drain the battery?

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    6 жыл бұрын

    The current draw will be considerably less given the motor is going to be at idle but it will continue to draw from your battery until it's turned off of the battery is discharged. Let us know if you have any other questions tech@servocity.com.

  • @DennisMathias
    @DennisMathias7 жыл бұрын

    Do they make LAs that aren't DC? I'm concerned about brushes and that kind of wear. Do they make brushless LAs?

  • @karishmashah934
    @karishmashah9345 жыл бұрын

    Sir which are leading company of linear actuators like linak denmark

  • @JasonHendry22
    @JasonHendry224 жыл бұрын

    thinking of building my own screen for my home theatre projectore. i want to build a simple frame that would mve black board top and bottom from 16/9 rastio to the ratio 2.39:1. Esentially i am thinking 2 pieces of wood or light material that will move together so when i press a button botom frame goes up and top part of frame goes down. I can build frame easy enough but if i can find some cheap lightweight servoc one for top frame and one for bottom then i think it would work, but not wanting to spend alot, cheap is cheap. Any recomandations for none industry standared parts, for the home brew kits

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    4 жыл бұрын

    If you have to move each panel in two directions you might want to look into building a frame behind the panels (think XY table) and fasten the panels to the movable dolly. You'll then want to select a drive mechanism that works for you (timing belts and pulleys, lead-screws, cable and pulleys, friction drive, etc.) Feel free to reach out should you have any other questions tech@servocity.com.

  • @saiprathapmeesala924
    @saiprathapmeesala9248 жыл бұрын

    sir ,how much maximum weight lifts the actuator

  • @mumblic
    @mumblic3 жыл бұрын

    How do you call an actuator that has a linear motion , but also has the rotating motion (screw or turning head)

  • @gkess7106
    @gkess71063 жыл бұрын

    What a I do to stop my linear actuator from whining when it runs? Very disappointed with the noise from this 12 volt device. BTW, changing the angle of the actuator, you can change the speed of what you’re moving and range of your movement.

  • @juliendahr9373
    @juliendahr93734 жыл бұрын

    I have a question. Can I use the linear actuator to do the automation of the window in smart buildings? Can i control it using my daq and labview ? In my case, the windows must open depending on the temperature of the space.

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hi Julien, if the stroke and thrust of the linear actuator is adequate for the task then it should be a fine option. From a control standpoint, an actuator could be wired to a motor controller and it would be up to the controller that you choose to sense things like temperature. Feel free to email our Tech Team should you have any other questions tech@servocity.com.

  • @spiritme6047
    @spiritme60474 жыл бұрын

    Do you have any model that uses stepper motor instead?

  • @furqanali590
    @furqanali5905 жыл бұрын

    how can rise weight in kg and we can use in kitchen cabbinets

  • @JoseAntonio-tt2mb
    @JoseAntonio-tt2mb6 жыл бұрын

    very nice

  • @gutz1981
    @gutz19813 жыл бұрын

    I am looking for some ideas as to how to build an old school arcade driving cabinet like Out Run where with the turn of the wheel, the base would move. I am thinking about putting an actuator or servo, I think 4 will do the job. But what I don't know is where to start or look for. Would something like these work at high speed sensitivity and would they handle the weight? I originally was looking at hydraulics, but outside of weight, they would seem slow. Suggestions?

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for reaching out to us. If you could please send additional specifications to our technical department they would be happy to help with some recommendations at tech@servocity.com

  • @holgerwinkelmann6219
    @holgerwinkelmann6219 Жыл бұрын

    Can you provide links to the Proportiojnal Actuator and Controller

  • @joshuamercier1442
    @joshuamercier14426 жыл бұрын

    Can the limit switches be adjusted moved so you don't over extend or under extend

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    6 жыл бұрын

    Hi Joshua, the internal limit switches on the super duty line of linear actuators can be adjusted independently of one-another (kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZZ6u27Nul7S7dqg.html). Limits on the heavy duty actuators are fixed on a molded rail. Let us know if you have any additional questions tech@servocity.com.

  • @AztecWarrior69

    @AztecWarrior69

    4 жыл бұрын

    All the actuators like these have the limit switches set to do that already.

  • @victormorales3144
    @victormorales31443 жыл бұрын

    i, I have an INCA TV lift with a tubular motor. We lost the remote, and lift got stuck in up position. Any advice how to bring it down? Any ideas or how to reverse the motor movement? Highly appreciated. Thanks for sharing awesome ideas.

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hello! That sounds much outside the realm of our technical support. If you'd like you can send our team an email and see if they can help you out. But no guarantees they will be able to assist troubleshooting other company's products. tech@servocity.com

  • @jurijkrizman
    @jurijkrizman Жыл бұрын

    once it hits the end switch and you disconnect the power, what happens if you try to compress the rod back in... trying to automate a mechanical button and i need the rod to be extended for longer periodes of time while being under the force that is trying to push the rod back in.

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    Жыл бұрын

    It can support a pretty large amount of load without backdriving (turning backwards under power), how much load are you trying to hold and what speed actuator?

  • @imwhatim7259
    @imwhatim72596 жыл бұрын

    I can easily use this to make woodworking router table for lifting the router 👍👍👍✌

  • @AztecWarrior69

    @AztecWarrior69

    4 жыл бұрын

    Why would you do that? You would need to slow it down so much to get it to where you can manage the movement. There i s reason why these are not used for that.

  • @imwhatim7259

    @imwhatim7259

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@AztecWarrior69 ok

  • @angeliquekemp7467
    @angeliquekemp74676 жыл бұрын

    Hi, I'm thinking of using the Linear Servo (similar to the one Jason used in this video) to drive my syringe pump. I am quite clueless on this and trying to find the right controller and battery. Which controller was used in this video? And what was the ampere hour draw of the battery used in the setup on the video (I would like to know what level of the ampH battery to buy)? Thanks

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    6 жыл бұрын

    Hi Angelique, we're happy to help answer your questions. The linear servos will run on any type of servo controller able to operate a hobby servo. The Actobotics Dual Servo Controller (www.servocity.com/actoboticsr-servo-controller-w-enclosure) was used to operate the linear servo in the video (reference 6:30). The battery was just a lawn mower battery so that the power source would be quickly recognizable by viewers. Any 12V source will be fine so long as it can provide enough current to operate your linear servo (more applicable when selecting the proper power supply that plugs into the wall). The capacity of the battery will depend on the desired run-time and the current draw from the linear servo will depend on the load and frequency of movement. If you have any other questions feel free to let us know! tech@servocity.com or 620.221.0123

  • @angeliquekemp7467

    @angeliquekemp7467

    6 жыл бұрын

    ServoCity Thank you so much

  • @michaeldzine3681
    @michaeldzine36815 жыл бұрын

    wow, just wow

  • @gowthamerotec4693
    @gowthamerotec4693 Жыл бұрын

    Bro I want 32 mm bore and 50 mm strock lenth ...in high speed motor ...how to buy this bro

  • @MrSavage77
    @MrSavage774 жыл бұрын

    Hi. I was considering to use a linear actuator to change the tilt angle of a structure holding solar panels. Overall, around 200kg. Would this option vaild to keep the structure to a certain angle for longer periods? Or the weight would push it back? Thanks

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hello thank you for reaching out to us. Please email our technical team at Tech@ServoCity.com with your project details and they would be more than happy to help you.

  • @Slisktord

    @Slisktord

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey @MrSavage77 did you find any linear actuator that worked for that kind of load?? I'm looking for something similar for a project.

  • @macez4586
    @macez45863 жыл бұрын

    Hi, how do you do a horizontal list using 2 actuator servo so they both lift up or down at the same time when you press the up or down control button using 12V.. Appreciate the help. Thanks.

  • @macez4586

    @macez4586

    3 жыл бұрын

    Sorry, instead of horizontal...I meant to say vertical (up and down lift) to lift a trailer cover top.

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    3 жыл бұрын

    Hello! Sounds like a great project, we'd be happy to help offer advice. Please shoot us an email with details to tech@servocity.com.

  • @macez4586

    @macez4586

    3 жыл бұрын

    @@ServoCity I sent you email re the project. Thanks....appreciate it. If you feel this could be something your you tube subscribers could be interested, please do a video.

  • @clientesym
    @clientesym6 жыл бұрын

    great video, what can i buy to open and close a ball valve 4" any suggestion?

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    6 жыл бұрын

    It depends on the torque required to rotate the valve but a conventional servo would be a good candidate for this application. Feel free to email our Tech Team with specifics and they'd be glad to help answer any additional questions tech@servocity.com.

  • @ParishRaut
    @ParishRaut6 жыл бұрын

    Will it work if we use a hi torque dc geared motor to drive a threaded rod using a timer belt and a pully enclosed in a hard PVC pipe/casing?

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    6 жыл бұрын

    Hi Parish, yes, that's one way to make a linear servo. Keep in mind that normal threaded rod is not meant for creating linear motion but for fastening. The threads of a lead screw are cut much smoother and more consistent to create linear motion while minimizing friction. Please let us know if you have any other questions tech@servocity.com. Thank you

  • @ParishRaut

    @ParishRaut

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the advice. ServoCity has the best informative Vlogs.

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    6 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, Parish. Glad we could help!

  • @an_what
    @an_what6 жыл бұрын

    My question is I need to wire a toggle switch to a linear actuator that came from the treadmill it's AC every video or instruction I find is for a DC linear actuator what kind of DP DT toggle switch what I need to use to operate forward and reverse for a 120 volt incline motor

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    6 жыл бұрын

    I'd double check whether the motor is in-fact an AC motor. Even though you plug your treadmill into AC power it's not a given that everything it runs runs on AC. There may be a power inverter built in which changes the AC input to a DC output. If you do find that it's AC, reversing polarity can be done by reversing the polarity of the starter winding. Please let us know should you have any other questions tech@servocity.com.

  • @georgekns9269
    @georgekns92696 жыл бұрын

    Hi guys and thank you for sharing......Can you please make a video or guide me on how I can program it so it can automatically moves to a position stop for a few sec and than move to a the location and repeat the process..... ..tnx u

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    6 жыл бұрын

    Hi George. Although either a linear servo or linear actuator could be made to do that, it would be more simple with a linear servo. An exact example would depend on how you want to go about controlling it. A no-programming option would be to use a servo recorder (part number SPC2000). Or you could use an Arduino and alternate between the servo.writeMicroseconds command and the delay command. Feel free to let us know should you have any additional questions tech@servocity.com.

  • @littlegoobie
    @littlegoobie7 жыл бұрын

    Is there an easy way to get this to go one way with a single wire that powers on, then reverse when power to that wire goes off? I was trying to think of a way to include a dpdt relay and i think that's the idea but i can't think of how to flip the polarity using that single wire's power change.

  • @greengeckodesign

    @greengeckodesign

    7 жыл бұрын

    Interestingly I made this ( circuits.io/circuits/2563498-dpdt-relay-to-toggle-polarity-via-on-off-switch ) recently to illustrate this very thing to someone. This of course would apply to the linear actuators not the linear servos. If you are using a microcomputer/microcontroller you will either want to find a DPDT relay which does not exceed the current rating of your pins (for example Arduinos are generally 40mA) or you could use a transistor to turn the DPDT relay on/off. Sort of like this ( www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Cheap-Motor-Controller/ ) only going to the relay instead of a motor and pulling it high/low instead of sending it a PWM signal.

  • @littlegoobie

    @littlegoobie

    7 жыл бұрын

    I just checked out the circuits.io link with the relay. That will do exactly what i want. thanks. I just found the motor controller you're using too. I want one but i don't know if moving a light back and forth on the front of a truck is worth that much even though it would help me locate sasquatch.

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    @abdallahtlayss86015 ай бұрын

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  • @bonrodrigues7569
    @bonrodrigues75697 жыл бұрын

    That was an awesome demo guys..I have a question..I am trying to build a scale model of an excavator using the hydraulic principle with syringes.these motors act as Pistons so I should be able to use them instead right,I want to know what torque do these motors have cause I want my excavator to dig and lift just like the real thing.are they expensive to buy and could you pls do a demo on how to convert it to remote control..tnx guys

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    7 жыл бұрын

    You can certainly use linear actuators or linear servos in place of hydraulics if the speed, thrust, stroke length and overall size fit your model. Since we’re quantifying a linear force they are rated in pounds rather than a torque measurement. The amount of weight it can lift will depend on the placement of the actuator in your assembly. Prices vary based on what selection you make; we have HD linear servos which are the most plug-and-play solution for r/c. We offer HD linear actuators that are less expensive but more intensive to hook up to R/C (require a motor controller that can convert the PWM signal to a voltage that would get sent on to the motor). and SD linear actuators which are the same as the smaller ‘HD’ linear actuators but beefier for more industrial applications. The video covers how to connect a linear servo or linear actuator to a servo controller. An R/C transmitter and receiver is just a wireless servo controller so it’ll connect the same way. Please let us know if you have any additional questions tech@servocity.com

  • @bonrodrigues7569

    @bonrodrigues7569

    7 жыл бұрын

    Super!!!tnx for the prompt reply!! Another question..how does the boom of a crane extend..do they all have multistage cylinders or are they also equipped with linear actuators within each boom extension? And i.would really appreciate it if u could do a demo on how the excavotor rotates 360degs and still powers its tracks without its wirings and hydraulics getting twisted in the slew ring.i have looked online but not really satusfued with info or the lack of detail given. Cheers bros!!

  • @ServoCity

    @ServoCity

    7 жыл бұрын

    Here’s a link to a brief explanation of how a crane boom extends: answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20081125153736AAiN8mW. I would have to do more research on an excavator before commenting on the rotating base; sorry I couldn’t be more assistance in that department. Let us know if you have any other questions tech@servocity.com. Thank you

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