Product Description
The AL2018-0000-0000 AL Linear Motor is manufactured by Beckhoff Automation, a company that offers advanced automation solutions through PC based control technology. They are designed to run in high precision motion control systems for a variety of industrial automation applications.
The AL2018-0000-0000 AL Linear Motor is made from 6061-T6 aluminum, which lends itself to a lightweight structure and strength. The length of it is 12 in., the width is 3 in., and the thickness is 0.25 in. It is easy to install and handle with a total weight of 1.2 lbs. The anodized finish to its surface adds to its durability and gives it high corrosion resistance, therefore making it perfect for harsh environments that are industrial. Motor has a bolt-on mounting method for secure attachment to compatible structures. The design has a ±0.01 inches precision tolerance for consistent performance. The AL2018-0000-0000 AL Linear Motor operates at a temperature from -40°C to 85°C, so it can operate reliably in harsh conditions. The product is RoHS conformant and therefore supports safe and environmentally friendly use. Its intended application is with Beckhoff’s servo drive systems, such as the AX5000 and AX8000 series, which are well known for real time communication, high speed performance.
The AL2018-0000-0000 AL Linear Motor supports One Cable Technology (OCT) which combines power and feedback transmission in a single cable for wire complexity reduction. The coil unit is modular and is intended for direct drive, without the use of mechanical transmission components. The wear is reduced with this and making it more efficient. It has high continuous and peak forces with low cogging, which makes it a good choice for linear motion machine in packaging machines, pick and place units, or CNC equipment.