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Selecting the Appropriate Linear Motor
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To ensure reliable operation and a long service life for your application, it is important to select the linear motor that best suits and ideally fulfills your requirements. This tutorial will help you to determine the parameters that are important when calculating and selecting a linear motor and help you find the right linear drive for your project.
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Overview
The FAULHABER tutorial on selecting the appropriate linear motor provides a comprehensive guide for determining the right motor for specific applications. It emphasizes the importance of understanding key parameters such as speed profiles, peak and continuous forces, and temperature management to ensure reliable operation and longevity of the motor.
The tutorial begins by highlighting the necessity of establishing a meaningful speed profile, which reflects the various load movements required in the application. Users are encouraged to answer critical questions regarding maximum speed, required acceleration, movement length, and rest time. This foundational data allows for the calculation of the motor's speed profile, typically using triangular or trapezoidal shapes.
Next, the document discusses the significance of calculating both peak and continuous forces. The peak force represents the maximum force exerted during operation, while the continuous force indicates the sustained force the motor must provide. The tutorial provides formulas for calculating these forces, ensuring that the selected motor can handle both regular and peak loads effectively.
Temperature management is another crucial aspect covered in the tutorial. It explains how high coil winding temperatures can affect motor performance and longevity. Users are guided on how to calculate temperature development based on electrical and thermal resistance parameters.
Finally, the tutorial stresses the importance of practical testing, even after thorough calculations. It acknowledges that real-world environmental factors can influence motor performance, making hands-on testing essential for validating the selection.
In summary, the FAULHABER tutorial serves as a valuable resource for engineers and designers, offering a structured approach to selecting linear motors tailored to specific application needs. By following the outlined steps and calculations, users can confidently choose a motor that meets their operational requirements while ensuring efficiency and reliability.