Exlar's Tritex II DC Powered Actuators Deliver Performance, Connectivity and Versatility in One Compact Package

    MINNETONKA, MN, March 08, 2012 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Exlar Corporation announces the release of its Tritex II DC Powered line of actuators, which integrates power and control electronics with brushless servo motors and actuators in one compact package. Their next-generation design merges the power density of traditional technologies with the efficiency and cost-effectiveness inherent in electric actuators.

Exlar's Tritex II DC powered actuators combine electronic power with advanced thermal management modeling to set new standards in power density of integrated actuators. These actuators maximize power in smaller packages, without sacrificing performance or reliability. Offering continuous forces of 1,000 pounds, 1,300 pounds peak and speeds reaching 33 in/sec, these innovative actuators exceed the force and speed capabilities found in similar competitive products. By housing the servo drive, digital positioner and actuator in one integrated package, a self-contained motion control solution is created that eliminates the need for large control panels, costly servo power and feedback cables, as well as reduces labor costs for mounting and wiring.

Offering a wide range of I/O capabilities, such as digital I/O, analog I/O and communication buses including Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP and PROFINET IO, the Tritex II DC provides superior control and connectivity. Featuring multiple protocol options and operating from 12-48 VDC, the actuator easily connects to industrial electronic devices on the same network. Plus, with Exlar's unique Expert software, users can effortlessly configure and control the Tritex II DC. Through Expert software's numerous modes, manufacturers can input parameter data, initiate control functions, monitor operations, view diagnostics, configure I/O, duplicate configurations in multiple units and more.

Tritex II DC actuators provide motion control in both linear and rotary applications--allowing them to accommodate a wide range of applications, including demanding environments. Linear actuators employ Exlar's roller screw technology to convert rotary motion to robust linear motion, with no additional mechanisms required for conversion. Tritex II DC rotary motors and gearmotors provide high response and precise control of a rotatable shaft similar to that found in any electric motor.

Tritex II DC Linear Actuator Features:

- 60- and 75-mm frame size
- 3- to 18-inch strokes available (75- to 450-mm)
- 0.1, 0.2, 0.4, 0.5-inch lead roller screws (2.54, 5.08, 10.16, 12.7-mm)
- Standard or high mechanical capacity roller screw drive
- 33 inches per second max. linear velocity (864 mm/s)
- 12-48 VDC power
- Multiple standard and custom mounts available
- Analog Hall effect, incremental encoder or absolute feedback
- Multiple connectorization options
- IP54 sealing standard; IP65 sealing optional
- RS485 serial communications for monitoring and control via Modbus
- Molded and shielded cables available
- Option boards for other I/O types, I/O expansion and various network types available

Tritex II DC Rotary Actuator Features:

- 60- and 90-mm frame size
- 12-48 VDC power
- Integrated planetary gearing option 4:1 to 100:1 ratios, offering torque output to 4696 lbf-in (530.4 Nm)
- Up to 1700 rpm base motor speed
- Multiple standard and custom mounts available
- Analog Hall effect, incremental encoder or absolute feedback
- Multiple connectorization options
- IP65 sealing standard
- RS485 serial communications for monitoring and control
- Molded and shielded cables available
- Option boards for other I/O types, I/O expansion and various network types available

Exlar Corporation designs, manufactures and sells linear and rotary motion products worldwide. For general product information, contact Exlar Corporation, 18400 West 77th Street Chanhassen, MN 55317, phone 952-500-6200, and fax 952-368-4877. Visit our website at www.exlar.com.

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