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1. Start with the Motion, Not the Catalog 1.1 Define the job in one sentence Before looking at models, answer this in one clear sentence: “Move a ___ kg payload over ___ mm in ___ seconds, with ___ mm […]

1. What Exactly Is a Desktop Motion Platform? 1.1 From single axis to XYZ linear module platform At its core, a desktop motion platform is a compact multi-axis linear motion system: Think of it as a s […]

1. What Exactly Is an Electric Gripper? An electric gripper is a robot gripper driven by an electric motor instead of compressed air. Inside the housing you will typically find: From the outside, an e […]

1. What Is a Pneumatic Cylinder? A pneumatic cylinder converts compressed air energy into linear motion. Basic characteristics: Why they are popular: Limitations: 2. What Is an Electric Cylinder? An e […]

1. What Is a Multi-Axis Actuator System? A multi-axis actuator system combines two or more linear (and sometimes rotary) axes into one coordinated platform. Instead of each axis working alone, they ar […]

1. What Is a Linear Motor Module? A linear motor module is a ready-made direct drive actuator that combines: Instead of using a rotary motor plus ball screw or belt, the linear motor generates force i […]

1. What Is an “Enclosed Linear Module”? An enclosed linear module is a linear axis whose drive system and guideways are covered or sealed so that contamination from the environment is reduced. Interna […]

1. The Basics: What Do These Two Linear Modules Look Like? 1.1 Ball-screw linear module A ball-screw linear module combines: The motor (stepper or servo) turns the screw. The nut moves along the screw […]

1. What Is a Linear Actuator? A linear actuator is a device that converts rotary motion (usually from an electric motor) into controlled linear motion — push, pull, lift, position, or press. In practi […]