Miniature Linear Motion Series · T16
Actuonix's unique line of Miniature Linear Actuat
Actuators enables a new generation of motion-
enabled product designs, with capabilities that have never before been combined in a
device of this size. These linear track actuators are
ar a superior alternative to designing your
own push/pull mechanisms.
The T16 actuators are complete, self-contained
self-containe linear motion devices with position
feedback for sophisticated position control capabilities,
capab or end of stroke limit switches for
simple two position automation. Several gear ratios are available to give you varied
speed/force configurations.
The track design makes the T16 significantly shorter
short than the same stroke length P16, since
instead of an extending shaft, a sliding mount
moun is provided. The sliding mount also
significantly increases the maximum side load specification.
spe
Premium components in this model include: large sealed stainless steel bearings,
planetary gearbox, stainless steel lead screw, and glass re-enforced nylon housing.
T16 Specifications
Gearing Option 22:1 64:1 256:1
Peak Power Point 40N @26mm/s 80N @9mm/s 250N @2.5mm/s
Peak Efficiency Point 25N @34mm/s 40N @14mm/s 150N @3.4mm/s
Max Speed (no load) 46mm/s 18mm/s 4.8mm/s
Max Force ( < Stall ) 50N 90N 300N
Back Drive Force 75N 200N >500N
Stroke Option 100mm 200mm 300mm
Mass 116 g 138 g 160 g
Repeatability (-P/LAC) +/- 0.4mm +/- 0.8mm +/- 1.2mm
Potentiometer 11kΩr0% 23kΩr0% 34kΩr0%
Feedback Linearity Less than 2.00%
Input Voltage 0-15 VDC. Rated at 12VDC.
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Stall Current 1000mA @ 12V
Operating Temp -10qC to +50qC
Audible Noise 62 dB @ 45cm
Ingress Protection None
Mechanical Backlash 0.3mm
Limit Switches (-S) Max. Current Leakage: 8uA
Max
Maximum Static Force 500N
Applications Maximum Duty Cycle 20%
o Robotics
o Consumer appliances Basis of Operation
o Toys Th T16 iis d
The designed
i d to push
h or pullll a load
l d along
l its full stroke length. The speed of travel is
o RC vehicles determined by the load and mount angle (See the Load Curves). Actuator speed can be
reduced by lowering the drive voltage. When power is removed the actuator will hold its
o Industrial Automation
position, unless the applied load exceeds the back drive force. Repeated stalling or stalling
o Automotive for more than a few seconds will shorten the life of the actuator significantly. Actuators
All data on this sheet is provided for should be tested in each specific application to determine their effective life under those
information purposes only and is subject
loading conditions and environment.
Model Selection Option P – Potentiometer Position Feedback
The T16 has 3 configuration choices: Stroke, Gear Ratio and WIRING: (see last page for pin numbering)
Controller. T16 options are identified according to the 1 - Orange – Feedback Potentiometer negative reference rail
following model numbering scheme: 2 - Purple – Feedback Potentiometer wiper
3 - Red – Motor V+ (12V)
4 - Black – Motor V- (Ground)
T16-SS-GG-VV-C 5 - Yellow – Feedback Potentiometer positive reference rail
Feature Options
-P actuators are suited to automatically controlled positioning
SS: Stroke 100, 200, 300 (mm)
systems, but they can also be driven manually. The –P
GG: Gear reduction 22, 64, 256 :1 actuators have no built in controller, but do provide an analog
ratio (refer to load (lower ratios are faster but push position feedback signal that can be input to an external
curves above) less force, and vice versa) closed loop controller. While voltage is applied to the motor
VV: Voltage 12 Volts DC
power pins, (3 & 4) the actuator extends. Reverse the polarity
C: Controller P Potentiometer Feedback and the actuator retracts. This can be accomplished manually
S Limit Switches with a DPDT switch or relay, or using an H-Bridge circuit.
T16 Controller Options Position of the actuator stroke can be monitored by providing
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any stable low and high reference voltage on pins 1 & 5, then
Option S – End of Stroke Limit Switches reading the position signal on pin 2. The voltage on pin 2 will
WIRING: (see last page for pin numbering) vary linearly between the two reference voltages in
1 - Red – Motor V+ (12V) proportion to the position of the actuator stroke.
2 – Black – Motor V- (Ground)
The T16 –P actuator can be used as a linear servo by
–S actuators are ideal for manually controlled applications and connecting the actuator to an external controller such as the
simple two position automated mechanisms. The –S actuators LAC board offered by Actuonix. This control board reads the
have limit switches that will turn off power to the motor when position signal from the T16, compares it with your input
the actuator reaches within 0.5mm of the end of stroke. control signal then commands the actuator to move via an on-
Internal diodes allow the actuator to reverse away from the board H-bridge circuit. The LAC allows any one of the
limit switch. The limit switches cannot be moved once the following control inputs: Analog 0-3.3V or 4-20mA, or Digital
actuator is manufactured. While voltage is applied to the 0-5V PWM, 1-2ms Standard RC, or USB. The RC input
motor power pins, (1 & 2) the actuator extends. Reverse the effectively transforms your T16 into a linear servo, which is a
polarity and the actuator retracts. This can be accomplished direct replacement for any common hobby servo used in RC
manually with a DPDT switch or relay, or using an H-Bridge. toys and robotics. Refer to the LAC datasheet for more
The –S model cannot be used with the LAC control board. details.
Ordering
Small quantity orders can be placed directly online at www.actuonix.com. Purchase orders, volume quotes, and custom order
requests can be sent to sales@actuonix.com. MOQ for custom strokes, cables or connectors is typically 500pcs. Each actuator
ships with two mounting brackets and #8-32 mounting hardware. The cable length is approximately 300mm and connector is a
0.1” pitch female socket connector. The thread in the end of the round aluminum shaft is M8x1.25.
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