ASK THE EXPERTS: WHAT COULD CAUSE ACTUATORS TO PREMATURELY FAIL?

Premature linear actuator failure is often caused by wear, contamination, or improper system design. These failure modes vary depending on actuator technology and operating environment.

In this Ask the Experts video, the experts at Kyntronics provides a high-level overview of common causes of linear actuator failure across hydraulic and pneumatic systems, electromechanical screw-driven actuators, and sealed hybrid linear actuators—and explains how eliminating contamination points can extend actuator life.

This video covers:

• Why hydraulic and pneumatic actuators are prone to contamination
• How contamination leads to wear and premature failure
• Why screw-driven electric actuators fail from metal-to-metal wear (L10 life)
• How load, duty cycle, and environment affect actuator life
• How sealed hybrid actuators eliminate contamination points
• Why sealed designs improve long-term reliability