Nitpicker Actuators
Configure the Motion You Need Without Overcomplicating Machine Design
Nitpicker Actuators provide independently-controlled combined indexing (unidirectional rotation in fixed steps to hard stops) rotation with linear motion. These actuators also prevent backward rotation and feature no accumulating error. All Rotomation nitpicker actuators feature black-anodized aluminum bodies, stressproof steel rod, ball bearings, and stainless steel hardware.
Common Options: two rod types, two rotation directions, 1 or 2″ long stop tube on linear section, bumper on reset stroke, integrated flow control or cushion needle valve, magnetic switches for actuator state (end of reset or end of drive stroke on rotary; fully extended or fully retracted on linear) feedback, high-temperature and/or oil-service seals, mount plates, extended pawl shaft for alternate state feedback (use with flag and proximity sensor), and various port locations.
Standard rotation angles: 12° (30 steps/rev.), 15° (24 steps/rev.), 18° (20 steps/rev.), 22.5° (16 steps/rev.), 30° (12 steps/rev.), 36° (10 steps/rev.), 45° (8 steps/rev.), 60° (6 steps/rev.), 72° (5 steps/rev.), 90° (4 steps/rev.), 120° (3 steps/rev.), 180° (2 steps/rev.), and 360° (1 step/rev.). Combination of angles also possible as long as they add up to 360 degrees total.
Standard rod strokes: from 0.50″ to 12.00″, in 0.25″ increments.
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Single Rack Nitpicker Actuators
The PX2 nitpicker actuator features a rotary section similar to our X2 Indexing Actuator coupled with a linear cylinder to produce independently controlled linear and indexing motion of the rod. With standard linear strokes up to 12 inches, optional rod ends, and tie rod construction, the PX2 is an extremely versatile actuator. This actuator can be used to move multiple parts by lifting them from one station and placing them on another for simultaneous processing.
Dual Rack Nitpicker Actuators
The PX22 nitpicker actuator features a rotary section similar to our X22 Indexing Actuator coupled with a linear cylinder to produce independently controlled linear and indexing motion of the rod. With standard linear strokes up to 12 inches, optional rod ends, and tie rod construction, the PX22 is an extremely versatile actuator. This actuator can be used to move multiple parts by lifting them from one station and placing them on another for simultaneous processing.
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