@@Bluntedco. Hi there, The AC-03 battery used in this example project video is discontinued, however, replacing it with a power supply that receives 110-220 VAC from a wall outlet and outputs 12VDC for the actuator will supply power indefinitely. Assuming we want to use the example of all the components in the video and 6x full cycles a day at full load, the battery would last approximately 8.6 days before a recharge was required. Regards, Progressive Automations Team

@@ProgressiveAutomations for sure! i knew about connecting it directly to a wall outlet but i was curios to why many ppl use batteries if it only lets you get about 8 days max. i guess people who have the batteries set up to solar panels get a much better use. thanks

Hi there, We are Linear Motion product supplier, so you can browse our product range here: www.progressiveautomations.com/ Our engineering support is ready to help! Toll Free: 1-800-676-6123 Email: [email protected]

Hello, It is possible to use electric actuators to adjust the positioning of headrests in automotive applications, however, determining the required specifications for the application is crucial to determine which model actuator is the most suitable. The common specs that would help in selecting a model include: • Stroke length • Force rating • Speed • IP rating (Dust and water resistance) • Dimension limitations For more information, we'll be happy to assist via email at [email protected] Thank you, Progressive Automations Team

@@ProgressiveAutomations Hi sir, I sent an email..could check it please

Glad to hear it!

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Hi There, Most of our linear actuators are available for customization. Please refer to your desired product’s datasheet to view the full capabilities of its custom options. www.progressiveautomations.com/pages/custom-orders Please note there will be a lead time of approximately 20 - 25 business days for production, excluding shipping time. There will also be an additional fee for each actuator that is modified. To find out more about custom orders, please contact us at 1800 - 676 - 6123.

Thanks for your feedback Charles! We really appreciate that! Feel free to contact us if you have any questions via [email protected] Regards, Progressive Team Nataliia

Hi there! We have great plans for smart control of our products. Currently we are working to make our products smart, and this will mean integration with major home automation ecosystems, voice control and new mobile apps. We can't provide specific dates yet, so follow our social media channel to stay up to date with all the Progressive news in future! Facebook ➔ facebook.com/ProgressiveAutomations/ Instagram ➔ instagram.com/progressive_automations/ Twitter ➔ twitter.com/ProgAutoInc LinkedIn ➔ www.linkedin.com/company/3483319/admin/ Instructables ➔ www.instructables.com/member/Progressive+Automations/ Pinterest ➔ www.pinterest.ie/ProgressiveAutomations/

Hi ToJo! Thank you for contacting us! As for now, that`s the only video we have regarding this project. Take a look at out latest projects with Progressive linear actuators here: www.youtube.com/@ProgressiveAutomations/videos If you'd like to learn more about our actuators, visit our website or get in contact with us. We've provided the information below. Contact Info: [email protected] 1.800.676.6123

Hi Chris! We provide a wide range of power supplies for linear actuators. Browse our catalog: www.progressiveautomations.com/collections/power-supplies Feel free to contact us if you need more information: [email protected] 1.800.676.6123

Yes, it is possible to wire 4 actuators in a parallel circuit to 1 rocker switch as long as the current draw of the 4 actuators combined never exceeds the current rating of the switch being used. For example, our PA-14 actuators draw 5A at max rated load capacity while our RC-12 rocker switch is rated for 20A. The 4 actuators multiplied by 5A results in a 20A draw if all were at full load so this example switch will be sufficient in this use case.

We're glad you liked it, Thiago! Feel free to browse through our website for more exciting projects: www.progressiveautomations.com/pages/blog. And in case you are interested in doing a similar project, you can contact us at [email protected] We will be happy to help you with your projects!

Happy to help!

This project is custom-built by our customer AutoWindows (www.autowindows.org). Check out the full story on how they did it: www.progressiveautomations.com/blogs/stories/sponsorship-automated-window-systems-autowindows Products used for this build: PA-04 Linear Actuator: www.progressiveautomations.com/products/linear-actuator-ip66 RC-03 Momentary Rocker Switch: www.progressiveautomations.com/products/rc-03 PA-35 WiFi Control Box: www.progressiveautomations.com/products/pa-35 AC-24 External Limit Switch: www.progressiveautomations.com/products/ac-24 You can also send us an email at [email protected] for more information.

@@ProgressiveAutomations Just FYI, your link to AutoWindows does not work.

We do offer the options for custom actuators with custom manufacturing lead times, however, there will still be some physical limitations to what is feasibly possible from a design standpoint. For more information on what specifications we are able to customize actuators to, we will always be happy to discuss with you at 1-800-676-6123 or [email protected]

Yes, it is possible to wire 4 actuators in a parallel circuit to 1 rocker switch as long as the current draw of the 4 actuators combined never exceeds the current rating of the switch being used. For example, our PA-14 actuators draw 5A at max rated load capacity while our RC-12 rocker switch is rated for 20A. The 4 actuators multiplied by 5A results in a 20A draw if all were at full load so this example switch will be sufficient in this use case.

We truly appreciate the compliment! Yes, the use of optical hand tracking modules can be applied in a large variety of different applications! Who knows, maybe it could even be used for controlling a ship in future projects!

Since this cabinet is custom-built by our customer, you would have to source your own parts except for the Lifting Column Set. Our FLT-06 used in this video has been discontinued, however, the FLT-10 can also be used for similar projects, which you can purchase directly here: www.progressiveautomations.com/products/flt-10

Hi Dheer, since this cabinet is custom-built by our customer, you would have to source your own parts except for the FLT-06 Lifting Column Set which you can purchase directly here: www.progressiveautomations.com/products/flt-06.

Hi John! This project uses bottles of spices as items being stored in the spice rack for example purposes, however, it is up to the builder of a project to decide what items they want to place as storage. If you had any other questions, we’ll happily assist you at [email protected]

Hi Musphere! This example PA-14 actuator with 8 inch stroke and a 35 lbs force rating travels 2 inch/second when there is no load applied. It will take approximately 4 seconds to travel a distance of 8 inches.

Hi Musphere. A speed of 30mm/s is already faster than the speed of 4mm/s, however, we are assuming you wanted to know if it was possible to swap the gears inside an actuator. Since actuators can have a variety of different internal designs and configurations, we recommend contacting the direct manufacturer of your specific actuator to confirm with them if swapping gears was possible and if it would effect other aspects of your actuator's performance. We do not recommend swapping gears inside our own models of actuators as this voids warranty and also results in a compromised seal for dust and water resistance. Swapping gears also effect the force rating where faster speeds will result in less force capability.

Hi Sondre! It is important to note that the motor and actuator dynamics can have a varying range of characteristics, however, you may take a look at the link here with SolidWorks model, AutoCAD drawings, schematics, programming code, Leap information, and other references for example purposes: github.com/progressiveautomations/Stewart-Platform

All our electric linear actuators are double acting in the sense that they depend on electrical power to extend and retract without depending on springs to return them back into a position, however, we do not offer an actuator that comes with two extending arms/shafts in one unit if that was the double acting being referenced.

Hi HUMBERTO! We are thrilled to hear that this video on building a Bar Cabinet has inspired you to take on this project yourself! If you ever need any assistance or have any questions along the way, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at [email protected]. We’ll be always more than happy to help!

Hi Bill, thanks for your interest. This video was intended just as a demonstration to showcase how changing the mounting hole orientation could be accomplished.

@@ProgressiveAutomations I know. I just thought it was funny. :)

The code is available on our site linked in the video description, however, this link will also work: www.progressiveautomations.com/blogs/how-to/how-to-use-relays-to-control-linear-actuators

Hello Muhammad! Any type of Breadboard Friendly Momentary Push Button Switch should be suitable for this circuit. The code is available on our site linked in the video description, however, this link will also work: www.progressiveautomations.com/blogs/how-to/how-to-use-relays-to-control-linear-actuators

Hi Cole! You can order High Speed Linear Actuator PA-15 through our website www.progressiveautomations.com/products/tubular-high-speed-linear-actuator. If you have any other questions, we’ll happily assist you at [email protected]

We do not have information on which hinge model was used in this project, as this project has been made by one of our customers, however, you may consider heavy-duty door hinges from local hardware stores since having a physical hinge in hand is useful as a reference. If a hinge is catching, check to see if there is a sufficient gap for the hinges to pivot their full range of motion and slightly trim the wooden areas that do not have enough space for the hinges to pivot. You may also try cleaning the door of any debris and lubricating the hinges to reduce friction. If you had any other questions, we’ll happily assist you at [email protected]

Hello Ryan! Yes, the model rated for 11lbs of force is the version that has the fastest travel speed.

Thank you!

Hello David, When switching to another model actuator, some of the major things to consider include making sure your design can account for the new: - Voltage and/or current draw requirements - Space/dimensional requirements - Travel speed - Force output capabilities We also recommend running a few tests in a controlled environment with the new actuator to confirm everything will work the way you wanted before finalizing the design. If you had any other questions, we’ll happily assist you at [email protected] Best regards, Progressive Automations Team

Yes. I'm working with your engineers right now.

Hello Jure, It should be possible to modify the wiring in this video to accommodate for an extra button switch by integrating more relays to prevent a short circuit between the button switch and smart switch while still allowing for a path for the actuator to receive electrical power. If you had any other questions, we’ll happily assist you at [email protected] Best regards, Progressive Automations Team

Hello, This video short uses the wiring schematic linked below: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0061/7735/7891/files/Single_Channel_Control_Box_with_External_Limit_Switch.pdf?15272234796292384046 We do not have a full-length video showcasing this application, however, our website has technical articles with links that you can refer to for sample calculations, wiring diagrams, and other useful resources: www.progressiveautomations.ca/blogs/products/linear-actuators-vehicle-customization If you had any other questions, we’ll happily assist you at [email protected] Best regards, Progressive Automations Team

Hello, The wiring in this video follows the same wiring diagram listed in the video’s description linked below: www.progressiveautomations.com/blogs/how-to/how-to-use-relays-to-control-linear-actuators If you had any other questions, we’ll happily assist you at [email protected] Best regards, Progressive Automations Team

Hello Kyle, The shorter side of a pivoting lever arm will need to be a length that is longer than half of the actuator's stroke to ensure the actuator can travel its full stroke without rotating the pivoting lever mechanism over 180 degrees. Since the actuator used in this video has a shaft that travels a distance of 6 inches, the length for the pivoting lever arm’s shorter side will need to be longer than 3 inches and the 3.5 inch length that was chosen is a relatively even number to work with while not being too oversized. If you had any other questions, we’ll happily assist you at [email protected] Best regards, Progressive Automations Team - Nathan

Hi Isaac, Our PA-09 actuator and LED rocker switch used in this video both operate at 12VDC and already allow users to extend and retract the actuator with the switch. Because of this, relays will not be required for connecting to a 12VDC car battery. Please feel free to email us with any other questions at [email protected]! -Progressive Automations

Hi Fahri, we have a wide variety of control systems depending on your need. Please, check our website www.progressiveautomations.com/collections/control-boxes

Hi! Generally, electric actuators are quieter than most pneumatic and hydraulic actuators. These PA-14 model linear actuators have an operating noise of <45 dBA which is similar to most of our other units. It is also important to keep in mind that audio recordings can sometimes be effected by the microphone settings, positioning, and room echo. In some instances of the video, four actuators were operating which can result in more noise than projects that use two or less actuators. To reduce noise, you may be also consider sound absorbing foam or other damping materials to soundproof an application. We hope this helps! -Progressive Automations

Hi Mindy. Thank you for the question. Unfortunately, we do not have the project plans for this build. However, each individual's project can vary depending on the size and dimensions the user requires for their storage.

Hello, For an effective punching motion, you will typically require a method of exerting motion at a high speed and medium to high force. In theory, you may consider using an electric actuator such as our PA-QR1 which has a quick-release feature that can allow for installation to heavy-duty springs. The actuator is to move the fist and the heavy-duty springs into position so you can lock them in place and then release a lever or trigger mechanism to fire the springs and fist at a high speed. This allows for a punching motion at high speeds that most actuators are not easily able to achieve. Thank you!