Linear actuator selection

I need two linear actuators to operate a heavy fibre glass canopy door on a Bond Bug motor car. Approx 75 kg

Each actuator has to move together in sync to accommodate the load of the canopy so 38kg each.

I have seen your heavy duty brackets I will need

I have seen your remote fob control unit that I will need.

I need variable stroke from 6 inch to 12 inch to get final positioning correctly.

Can you recommend the best actuators I will need from you site please and any other bits I will need.

Hello @Erazor and welcome to the RobotShop community,

Firgelli Automations Linear Actuator are a great choice, here are some options that might interest you:



If you’re interested in any of those, they are compatible with this mounting bracket:

You can find some other options in the Linear Actuators section of the store, or you could check out the Comparison List.

You seem to have already found a remote control unit but you might also want to give it a look at the following:

I’m not sure if you already have the power supply but in case you don’t the actuator I mentioned work with 12V (4A at full load) so you can choose a battery according to how long you need the system to work without having to recharge the batteries. This guide can help you out:

I hope this information can help you out

Let us know if you need further assistance

Thanks for great info

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What widget do I need to get both actuators to move in sync together ?

Only the remote I linked above. You simply need to wire everything like this: