Long-Stroke, Heavy Duty Actuators for Precision

TRADITIONAL LONG STROKE ACTUATION TECHNOLOGIES: CHALLENGES & LIMITATIONS

When it comes to long stroke actuation, traditional technologies each come with drawbacks:

Hydraulic Cylinders: Deliver high force but are energy-intensive, prone to fluid leaks, and require frequent maintenance.
Ball Screw and Roller Screw Actuators: Prone to shock load damage and bending vibrations, reducing reliability in longer stroke applications.
Belt-Driven Slides: Best suited for lower-force applications but lack precision control for demanding tasks.

KEY DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS FOR LONG STROKE ACTUATION

Long stroke applications present unique engineering challenges, requiring:

High durability – Larger diameter rods and reinforced cylinder walls to withstand extended motion.
Minimal maintenance – Designed to eliminate leaks and reduce wear over time.
Precision control – Ensuring smooth, accurate motion across long distances.

At Kyntronics, we collaborate with customers to engineer solutions that maximize performance and reliability for their unique applications.

WHY CHOOSE KYNTRONICS’ HYBRID LINEAR ACTUATORS?

Our Hybrid Linear Actuators (SHA) combine the best features of hydraulics and electro-mechanical actuation to deliver superior long stroke actuation performance:

Larger diameter rods and reinforced cylinder walls to withstand extended motion.
High force output without energy waste.
Totally sealed design – No fluid leaks, zero maintenance concerns.
Precise position, force, and speed control.
Efficient power consumption compared to traditional hydraulics.

With the ability to maintain rated force over longer stroke distances, these actuators are a game-changer for industrial automation, manufacturing, and specialized lifting applications. Download our Long Stroke Actuator Technical Bulletin.