Ballscrew actuator operates in harsh environments

Heason Technology has added the Thomson T60 precision ballscrew linear actuator to its range of positioning solutions, ideal for applications such as pick-and-place systems and packaging automation.

The T60 is a compact and powerful push-rod-style actuator with a 75 x 60mm profile housing and a 38mm-diameter hard chromed steel extension tube for selectable travel up to 1,500mm, direct force to 1,000N, speeds to 300mm/sec and acceleration to 8m/sec2.

The design is claimed to provide long-life/low-maintenance linear positioning with excellent precision, control and efficiency.

The IP65-rated unit is designed for harsh environments and can be supplied with additional protection where frequent wash-down may be required.

The T60 is based on the same design as the larger T90 and T130 precision linear actuator (PLA) models from Thomson, which, together, are suitable for a range of industrial applications from pick-and-place systems to packaging automation and from pharmaceutical manufacture to electronics production.

The T60 is available with a choice of 25mm-diameter precision ballscrews with leads of 5mm, 10mm, 25mm or 50mm, offering a 0.05mm repeatability with a preloaded single-nut arrangement for low backlash.

The maximum input speed of 3,000rev/min provides a choice of motor technologies, including simple speed-controlled DC motors, stepper motors or full positioning servos.

A range of accessories allows inline mounting with couplings or side-mount options complete with belt drive arrangements.

Mounting accessories are also available for standard hydraulic cylinder replacement.

Heason Technology has attained Premier Partner status for Thomson and can supply fully customised versions of the PLA range, together with motors, drives and motion controls, as complete system solutions.

The company's in-house design capability matches products from its distribution partners with its own expertise in motion control and automation to provide customised electromechanical solutions for challenging applications across the aerospace, automotive, defence, robotics, process control, packaging and motorsport sectors.

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