Posted to News on 19th Feb 2011, 16:37
New free guide to application of linear motors
Aerotech has published an updated edition of its popular Linear Motors Application Guide that includes a new section on applying linear motors as components in servo positioning systems. This complements chapters on the basics, types, benefits, selection and the commutation of linear motors, with a detailed overview of the drive technologies, feedback devices, bearing types and cable management systems available.
Aerotech offers a wide range of linear motor-driven positioning stages that typically include these components, plus the company also supplies linear motors as components to many OEMs and machine builders who design and build their own positioning mechanics either entirely or as a part of an Aerotech-designed motion system. Many customers have asked for a central resource covering integrated linear motor system design, hence the Application Guide aims to provide an independent perspective for many of the important considerations of which system designers and integrators should be aware.
The Linear Motors Application Guide was first produced in 2002 and it is estimated that there are over 4000 printed copies in circulation, as well as tens of thousands of PDF downloads. The new eight-page section increases the application guide to 36 pages. Aerotech has also recently released a new version of its Linear Motor Product Brochure and the quick selection section of the guide includes an updated overview of the full range
Available free of charge, the updated Linear Motors Application Guide and the Linear Motors Brochure can be requested from Aerotech or its distributors, or downloaded as a PDF from www.aerotech.com.
