Description

These Heavy Duty Rod Linear Actuators come in a variety of forces from 200lbs up to 1,000lbs force and strokes from 3" to 30" or custom strokes, if requested. They use a worm gear drive mechanism which means they are very quiet and offer a high efficiency as a result.

CAD models of this actuator can be found under Resources/3D Files. For further information review the specifications and technical drawings down below or visit our tutorials page for instructions on how to use this actuator with switches, remotes, speed controllers, and Arduino.

Note: 200 lbs force in only available in 3", 6" and 8" stroke

The Heavy Duty line was developed with high standards in mind. Our clients demand the best quality and performance for their money, inspiring us to come up with such a rugged design. This versatile unit features an aluminum shaft to shed weight, internal limit switches, an aluminum alloy inner tube, as well as a high performance 12 volt DC motor which is capable of producing between 200 and 1000 lbs. (90-453 kg) of force.
No matter your application, installation doesn’t need to be a hassle. Required components consist of just two brackets, one for either side, with quick release pins for easy fitment and set-up. Controlling the unit is just as easy via a 2-wire system, making this unit a ‘plug and play’ type accession unique to Firgelli Automations.

*Due to the drive gearing method, this actuator will back drive under higher loads with no power applied to the actuator. Using a gas spring of the correct rating will alleviate the back drive. Another possibility is to use a relay in SPDT to work as a back-emf brake. See this tutorial for more information

Specifications

Model	FA-200-L-12-XX	FA-400-L-12-XX	FA-1000-L-12-XX
Dynamic Force	200 lb	400 lb	1000 lb
Static Force (backdriving threshold)	225 lb	450 lb	900 lb
Speed ("/S) @ Full Load	0.8"	0.4"	0.2"
Duty Cycle	20% at 100% load, 50% at 25% of load ,5mins max. continous use
IP Rating	43
Screw Type	Worm Gear
Input	12v DC
Max Draw	5 A
Operational Temperature	-26°C/65°C (-15°F/150°F)
Limit Switch	Built-in (factory preset)
Safety Certification	CE
Bracket(s)	MB3 or MB3U

Stroke	Retracted Length	Extended Length	Weight	STEP Files
3"	9.88"	12.88"	4.5 lbs	FA-(F)-L-12-3
6"	12.88"	18.88"	5.1 lbs	FA-(F)-L-12-6
8"	14.88"	22.88"	5.3 lbs	FA-(F)-L-12-8
9"	15.88"	24.88"	5.5 lbs	FA-(F)-L-12-9
12"	18.88"	30.88"	5.9 lbs	FA-(F)-L-12-12
15"	21.88"	36.88"	6.1 lbs	FA-(F)-L-12-15
18"	24.88"	42.88"	6.7 lbs	FA-(F)-L-12-18
24"	30.88"	54.88"	7.4 lbs	FA-(F)-L-12-24
30"	36.88"	66.88"	8.2 lbs	FA-(F)-L-12-30

*Stroke length tolerance +/- 0.125"

Technical Drawings

Performance Graph

Product Video

Heavy Duty Linear Actuator Review

Comparison Video

Heavy Duty vs Premium High Force Linear Actuator

3D Model Downloads (.STEP)

200lb, 400lb and 1000lb Force

3D Model Downloads (.STEP)

200lb, 400lb and 1000lb Force

Min. Quantity	Discount
11	20 % OFF
31	25 % OFF
50	30 % OFF
200	40 % OFF

Heavy Duty Rod Actuators

Heavy Duty Rod Actuators