12V 150N Stroke Length 30mm Linear Actuator

General Description

A compact 12 V DC linear actuator designed to convert electrical energy into controlled linear motion. Ideal for small automation tasks, robotics, valves, dampers, lifting mechanisms, and positioning applications where short travel and moderate force are required.

Electrical Specifications

• Rated Voltage: 12 V DC

• Nominal Current: ~0.5 – 1.0 A (no load to rated load)

• Stall Current: ~1.5 – 2.5 A (approximate)

• Power Consumption: ~6 – 18 W (varies with load and speed)

Mechanical Specifications

• Maximum Push/Pull Force: 150 N (approx. 15.3 kgf)

• Stroke Length: 30 mm

• Speed (no load): ~5 – 15 mm/s (approximate)

• Speed (rated load): ~3 – 10 mm/s (approximate)

• Duty Cycle: ~10 % (short duty)

• Operating Temperature: -10 °C to +60 °C

• Protection Level: Typically IP42 – IP65 (model dependent)

Build & Features

• Motor Type: Brushed DC geared motor

• Lead Screw: Steel / high-strength lead screw

• Housing: Anodized aluminum or steel tube

• Rod: Plated steel push rod

• Limit Switches: Built-in internal limit switches for automatic travel cutoff

• Mounting:

  • Rear clevis/eye mount

Physical Dimensions

• Retraction Length: Stroke + motor housing + rod end (~90 – 120 mm typical)

• Extended Length: Retraction length + Stroke

• Weight: ~120 – 200 g (varies by model)

Interface & Installation

• Power Input: 2-wire cable (polarity reversible for extension/retraction

• Control Options:

  • Simple polarity reversal for extension/retraction

  • Optional limit switch or feedback potentiometer (model dependent)

Common Applications

• Small robotics motion systems

• Cabinet / hatch lifting mechanisms

• Window / vent actuators

• Solar tracker adjustments

• Industrial automation

• Prototyping and custom machines