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MOUNTING
Danaher linear actuators are quickly and easily mounted
by slipping pins through the holes on each end of the unit
and into brackets on the machine frame and the load.
Half inch diameter solid pins provide maximum holding
strength and a retaining or cotter pin on each end will
prevent the solid pin from falling out of its mounting
bracket. Roll or spring type mounting pins should be
avoided. The mounting pins must be parallel to each
other as shown in Figure 1. Pins which are not parallel to
each other may cause the actuator to bind.
The load should act along the stroke axis of the actuator
since off center loads may cause binding and lead to
premature failure. See Figure 2.
The actuator mounting brackets must be able to
withstand the torque which is developed when the unit
extends or retracts. Restraining torque required varies
with the model being used. See Figure 3 and the chart
below.
Make sure mounting pins are supported on both ends.
Cantilever mounts are unacceptable. Failure to do so
could shorten the life of the actuator.
NOTE: Do not attempt to mount the Electrak 10 on its cover tube. The tube is not designed to support the
forces required for this type of mounting.
Torque Required
Actuator
In.-Lbs.
D12-05B5
60
D24-05B5
60
D12-20B5
90
D24-20B5
90
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