HIGH FORCE SERVO CONTROL SOLUTION – ELECTRIC HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS

When it comes to actuation technology for high-force applications (>1,000 lbs.), machine builders often consider electro-mechanical screw-type actuators or hydraulic cylinders. However, electric hydraulic cylinders, such as Kyntronics' Hybrid Linear Actuators, offer a superior alternative by combining the best features of both technologies. These hybrid linear actuators eliminate hydraulic leaks with hybrid linear actuators, reducing maintenance costs and improving workplace safety.

When designing high-force applications exceeding 1,000 lbs., machine builders typically choose between electro-mechanical screw actuators and hydraulic cylinders. Kyntronics’ Hybrid Linear Actuators—an electric hydraulic solution—present a more advanced actuator by merging the key advantages of both technologies and offering a solution to help companies eliminate hydraulic leaks with hybrid linear actuators.

THE CHALLENGES OF TRADITIONAL ACTUATION TECHNOLOGIES

  1. Hydraulic Cylinders: Robust but complex, requiring regular maintenance, and prone to leaks. They are energy-inefficient and often require expensive additional components for precise control.
  2. Electro-Mechanical Actuators: Precise but fragile, with high maintenance costs due to metal-to-metal wear and susceptibility to damage from shock loads.

 

KYNTRONICS’ HYBRID LINEAR ACTUATORS: A COMPREHENSIVE SOLUTION

Our hybrid linear actuators provide a total solution package for high-force applications that includes the actuator, motor, drive system, operating software, and cables. They offer:

  • High Force Capability: Up to 150,000 lbs. of force.
  • Precision Servo Control: Ensures accurate position and force control.
  • Energy Efficiency: Uses power-on-demand technology to reduce energy waste.
  • Minimal Maintenance: Totally sealed design allows you to eliminate hydraulic leaks with hybrid linear actuators, reducing maintenance needs and downtime.
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PRECISION PROCESS CONTROL

Automated equipment requires precision control of the process to produce parts that are in-spec and the same, every cycle. The Kyntronics Hybrid Linear Actuation system was designed with precision control and process documentation in mind. The actuator incorporates a linear position sensor and a force measurement pressure transducer as inputs to the servo controller. Available software controls position, force, or a combination. Kyntronics’ Total Solution” package performs cycle pass/fail determination, captures data for process analysis, and machine diagnostics.