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Kyle Hagen
03 October, 2023
4 Minutes

How fast is an ORCA™: Max Speed explained

How fast is an ORCA™: Max Speed explained

In motion control applications, the maximum speeds of linear actuators are often a critical design parameter and often totally rule out some products as potential solutions. An actuator's maximum speed depends on the technology used: ballscrew, belt, pneumatic, hydraulic, linear motor, etc. Within these technologies are a number of important design factors that influence how fast it can get moving. This article looks at what limits the ORCA Series linear motor's maximum speed, and discusses how...

Daniel Alexander
14 September, 2023
3 Minutes

When to Replace ORCA™ Bushings

Understanding the Maintenance Cycle The maintenance cycle of the ORCA Series motors may be of great importance to a select few applications, particularly those in factory settings with considerable...

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