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ELECTRIC ACTUATOR SELECTION

Choose the Right Motion
for Your Application.

Start with the application, confirm the specifications, then plan your wholesale order.

Choosing an electric linear actuator involves more than matching a stroke length or voltage. The required force, mounting arrangement, movement speed and operating frequency all influence which model is suitable for your equipment.

We specialise in electric linear actuator wholesale, helping buyers discuss selection requirements for furniture, industrial machinery, medical equipment and office systems. Share your application details, drawings or existing model reference to begin the selection process.

Electric actuator selection overview

Start with the Load

Identify the required pushing or pulling force throughout the movement. Mounting angles and linkage geometry can make the actuator force different from the weight of the object being moved.

Push / Pull Force · Mounting Geometry · Load Holding
Electric actuator installation and movement selection

Define the Movement

Confirm the travel distance, retracted length and extended length alongside the required operating speed. Allow enough space for mounting points, cables and the full movement of the mechanism.

Stroke Length · Installation Space · Travel Speed
Electric actuator operating requirements

Check the Conditions

Consider operating frequency, moisture, dust and temperature together with the power supply and control method. Each requirement should be checked against the specifications of the proposed model.

Duty Cycle · Environment · Power & Control
APPLICATION-BASED SELECTION

Different Uses.
Different Priorities.

Explore eight application areas and the selection factors that matter in each. Final suitability depends on the actuator model and the design of the complete equipment.

HOME COMFORT

Reclining Furniture

For recliners and adjustable seating, review operating noise, available mounting space, load requirements and compatibility with the hand control.

BED ADJUSTMENT

Adjustable Beds

Check the force needed at each lifting point, the adjustment range and load-holding behaviour. Multiple movements require a compatible control arrangement.

WORKSPACE

Office Furniture

For height-adjustable desks and workstations, consider stability, travel speed and duty cycle. Multi-leg systems may need synchronised lifting columns and matched controls.

PATIENT POSITIONING

Medical & Care Equipment

Review load holding, cleaning exposure, noise and any emergency-lowering needs. Device-specific safety and compliance requirements must guide component selection.

MACHINERY

Industrial Equipment

Define peak force, operating frequency and positioning needs. Check resistance to dust and vibration, and use suitable guides where the mechanism creates side loads.

CONTROLLED MOVEMENT

Automation Systems

Consider feedback signals, repeatability and controller compatibility for automated positioning. Confirm speed, cycle requirements and end-of-travel control.

AGRICULTURE

Agricultural Equipment

For hatch, chute or mechanism adjustment, check exposure to moisture, dirt, temperature changes and vibration, together with the available power supply.

VENTILATION

Windows & Ventilation

Review opening geometry, wind loads, weather exposure and mounting points. Building-control compatibility and any specialist ventilation requirements need confirmation.

MATCH THE ACTUATOR TO THE EQUIPMENT

A Closer Look at Your Selection Requirements

Use your equipment design and working conditions to build a clear specification before comparing products or requesting a bulk quotation.

Electric actuator selection for furniture and office applications
HOME & OFFICE

Balance Comfort, Space and Movement

Furniture and office applications often place the actuator close to the user. Smooth movement, operating noise and installation space therefore deserve attention alongside the basic force and stroke requirements.

  • Measure the installation: Confirm mounting-centre distances in both retracted and extended positions, including clearance for the motor housing and cables.
  • Check performance under load: Compare the required force and speed together, using model data for the intended load rather than no-load speed alone.
  • Match the complete system: Confirm power supply, connectors and hand-control compatibility. Coordinated movements require an appropriate control system.
Electric actuator selection for industrial and automation applications
INDUSTRY & AUTOMATION

Match the Work Cycle, Not Just the Force

Industrial selection should account for how frequently the actuator runs and how the load changes through each cycle. A model with sufficient thrust may still be unsuitable for the required operating schedule or positioning task.

  • Define operating frequency: Provide run times, rest periods and expected cycles. Check the specified duty cycle and the conditions under which it applies.
  • Review mechanical loading: Identify shock loads, mounting alignment and external guidance. Do not assume the actuator can carry lateral loads unless its specification allows them.
  • Confirm control requirements: Discuss position feedback, travel limits and controller interfaces, together with the stopping and holding behaviour needed by the equipment.
Electric actuator selection for medical and care equipment
MEDICAL & CARE APPLICATIONS

Consider the Complete Equipment Requirements

Actuators used in patient-positioning and care equipment need to be assessed as part of the complete device. Selection should reflect the intended use, loading conditions, cleaning procedures and required protective functions.

  • Review holding and recovery needs: Define how the mechanism must behave when stopped or when power is unavailable, including any required emergency lowering or backup operation.
  • Check cleaning compatibility: Confirm the model's protection rating and material compatibility with the intended cleaning process; do not infer washdown suitability from appearance.
  • Verify device suitability: Request the relevant model documentation and confirm applicable requirements with the equipment manufacturer. Component selection alone does not establish compliance of the finished device.

Turn Your Requirements into a Product Enquiry

Send your application, required force, stroke, speed, voltage, mounting dimensions and operating frequency, together with the order quantity and delivery requirements. Drawings or an existing model reference can help clarify your request.

DISCUSS YOUR SELECTION