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Selection of a linear actuator
I have considered pneumatic. The problem is that I need to have position control, and from what I've learned (correct me if this is wrong) an electric actuator is more accurate than trying to use pneumatic when you need fine position tuning.- NathanielM
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Selection of a linear actuator
Howdy, I am searching for a continous duty electric linear actuator. My application is for a test stand for a bicycle wheel. The actuator needs to be able to tilt the test stand from -5 degrees, to 0 degrees, to +5 degrees and back, repeatedly about a pivot point located 2 feet from the...- NathanielM
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