Selecting the Right Type of Actuator

When comparing different actuation technologies, equipment purchases are often decided based on initial up-front purchase cost. Ongoing operating costs can far exceed up-front purchase costs and over time have significant impact on a company’s bottom line.

Evaluating the annual operating costs for different types of actuators provides a comprehensive picture of the Total Cost of Ownership. See how Kyntronics SMART Electro-Hydraulic Actuators (SHA) compare to traditional hydraulic power units (HPUs) with hydraulic cylinders.

Annual Operating Cost Comparison

Until now, there were two actuation options: Electro-Mechanical Actuators (EMAs) or Hydraulics.  What if you could combine the benefits of both and eliminate their challenges?

Electro-Mechanical Actuator Benefits

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  Power on demand
• Precisely control in 4 quadrants
• Clean operation - No leaks
• Fieldbus
• Diagnostics

Electro-Mechanical Actuator Challenges

• Metal-to-metal wear
• Susceptible to damage from shock loads and side loads
• Requires regular maintenance / Lubrication
• Expensive and large at higher load ratings
• Backlash and back-drivable

Hydraulic Benefits

• Robust - Proven technology
• High force density
• Shock load and side load tolerant
• Fluid characteristics
• Cost effective
• Ingress protection

Hydraulic Challenges

• Environmentally unfriendly - prone to leaks (messy)
• Energy inefficient and noisy
• Difficult to control
• HPUs take of valuable space
• Requires excessive maintenance
• High operating costs

The Kyntronics SMART Electro-Hydraulic Actuator Accomplishes All This and More!

The Kyntronics SMART Electro-Hydraulic Actuator supports sustainable manufacturing by reducing environmental risk, lowering energy consumption, improving employee safety, and reducing operating expenses.
 

Contact Valin at (855) 737-4716 or fill out our online form to find out how much you can save by converting from traditional hydraulics to the All-In-One Kyntronics SMART Electro-Hydraulic Actuator.

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