Glideforce Industrial-Duty (ID) Linear Actuators

The Industrial-Duty (ID) series of Glideforce linear actuators by Concentric International (formerly Iowa Export-Import) are powerful 12V DC gearmotors that use an acme screw drive or ball screw drive to move a shaft back and forth along its length. The shaft will hold its position even when unpowered. The versions with acme screw drives (part number LACTx-500Ax) can move loads up to 250 kgf [550 lbs or 2500 N] and withstand static loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N], while versions with more efficient ball screw drives (part number LACTx-1000Bx) can move loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N] and withstand static loads up to 1360 kgf [3000 lbs or 13,600 N].

Two limit switches safely stop the motor at either end of its range, while integrated diodes allow it to reverse direction after reaching a limit point if the supplied voltage is reversed, and a built-in overload clutch protects the actuator from excessive dynamic loads. The actuators have an all-steel frame and extension tube, and the entire case is sealed to protect against dust and water (rated IP65).

These actuators are available in a variety of stroke lengths, from 4″ to 24″, and with optional potentiometers that are linked to the shaft position, for use in feedback systems:

Actuator
Type
Max
Dynamic
Load
No-Load
Speed
@ 12 V
Max-Load
Speed
@ 12 V
Current
Draw
@ 12 V
Nominal
Stroke
Length
With
Feedback
Without
Feedback
Industrial-Duty
(ID)
with Acme
screw drive
250 kgf
[550 lbs]
1.7 cm/s
[0.66″/s]
1.4 cm/s
[0.56″/s]
2.4 A –
13.2 A
4″ LACT4-500APL LACT4-500AL
6″ LACT6-500APL LACT6-500AL
8″ LACT8-500APL LACT8-500AL
12″ LACT12-500APL LACT12-500AL
18″ LACT18-500APL LACT18-500AL
24″ LACT24-500APL LACT24-500AL
Industrial-Duty
(ID)
with ball
screw drive
450 kgf
[1000 lbs]
1.7 cm/s
[0.66″/s]
1.4 cm/s
[0.56″/s]
2.4 A –
13.2 A
4″ LACT4-1000BPL LACT4-1000BL
6″ LACT6-1000BPL LACT6-1000BL
8″ LACT8-1000BPL LACT8-1000BL
12″ LACT12-1000BPL LACT12-1000BL
18″ LACT18-1000BPL LACT18-1000BL
24″ LACT24-1000BPL LACT24-1000BL

Heavy-duty mounting brackets made from machined aluminum or stamped steel are available for attaching the actuators to a structure; two are required for each actuator. A mounting clevis is also available for converting either actuator end into a clevis-style.

Products in category “Glideforce Industrial-Duty (ID) Linear Actuators”

Pololu item #: 3600
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an acme screw drive to lift loads up to 250 kgf [550 lbs or 2500 N] and withstand static loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 4-inch stroke (3.5″ usable) and a feedback potentiometer that lets you determine where the actuator is in its stroke.

Pololu item #: 3601
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an acme screw drive to lift loads up to 250 kgf [550 lbs or 2500 N] and withstand static loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 4-inch stroke (3.5″ usable) and no feedback potentiometer.

Pololu item #: 3602
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an acme screw drive to lift loads up to 250 kgf [550 lbs or 2500 N] and withstand static loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 6-inch stroke (5.5″ usable) and a feedback potentiometer that lets you determine where the actuator is in its stroke.

Pololu item #: 3603
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an acme screw drive to lift loads up to 250 kgf [550 lbs or 2500 N] and withstand static loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 6-inch stroke (5.5″ usable) and no feedback potentiometer.

Pololu item #: 3604
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an acme screw drive to lift loads up to 250 kgf [550 lbs or 2500 N] and withstand static loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 8-inch stroke (7.5″ usable) and a feedback potentiometer that lets you determine where the actuator is in its stroke.

Pololu item #: 3605
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an acme screw drive to lift loads up to 250 kgf [550 lbs or 2500 N] and withstand static loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 8-inch stroke (7.5″ usable) and no feedback potentiometer.

Pololu item #: 3606
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an acme screw drive to lift loads up to 250 kgf [550 lbs or 2500 N] and withstand static loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 12-inch stroke (11.5″ usable) and a feedback potentiometer that lets you determine where the actuator is in its stroke.

Pololu item #: 3607
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an acme screw drive to lift loads up to 250 kgf [550 lbs or 2500 N] and withstand static loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 12-inch stroke (11.5″ usable) and no feedback potentiometer.

Pololu item #: 3608
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an acme screw drive to lift loads up to 250 kgf [550 lbs or 2500 N] and withstand static loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 18-inch stroke (17.5″ usable) and a feedback potentiometer that lets you determine where the actuator is in its stroke.

Pololu item #: 3609
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an acme screw drive to lift loads up to 250 kgf [550 lbs or 2500 N] and withstand static loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 18-inch stroke (17.5″ usable) and no feedback potentiometer.

Pololu item #: 3610
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an acme screw drive to lift loads up to 250 kgf [550 lbs or 2500 N] and withstand static loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 24-inch stroke (23.5″ usable) and a feedback potentiometer that lets you determine where the actuator is in its stroke.

Pololu item #: 3611
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an acme screw drive to lift loads up to 250 kgf [550 lbs or 2500 N] and withstand static loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 24-inch stroke (23.5″ usable) and no feedback potentiometer.

Pololu item #: 3624
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an efficient ball screw drive to lift loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N] and withstand static loads up to 1360 kgf [3000 lbs or 13,600 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 4-inch stroke (2.8″ usable) and a feedback potentiometer that lets you determine where the actuator is in its stroke.

Pololu item #: 3625
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an efficient ball screw drive to lift loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N] and withstand static loads up to 1360 kgf [3000 lbs or 13,600 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 4-inch stroke (2.8″ usable) and no feedback potentiometer.

Pololu item #: 3626
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an efficient ball screw drive to lift loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N] and withstand static loads up to 1360 kgf [3000 lbs or 13,600 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 6-inch stroke (4.8″ usable) and a feedback potentiometer that lets you determine where the actuator is in its stroke.

Pololu item #: 3627
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an efficient ball screw drive to lift loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N] and withstand static loads up to 1360 kgf [3000 lbs or 13,600 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 6-inch stroke (4.8″ usable) and no feedback potentiometer.

Pololu item #: 3628
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an efficient ball screw drive to lift loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N] and withstand static loads up to 1360 kgf [3000 lbs or 13,600 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 8-inch stroke (6.8″ usable) and a feedback potentiometer that lets you determine where the actuator is in its stroke.

Pololu item #: 3629
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an efficient ball screw drive to lift loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N] and withstand static loads up to 1360 kgf [3000 lbs or 13,600 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 8-inch stroke (6.8″ usable) and no feedback potentiometer.

Pololu item #: 3630
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an efficient ball screw drive to lift loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N] and withstand static loads up to 1360 kgf [3000 lbs or 13,600 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 12-inch stroke (10.8″ usable) and a feedback potentiometer that lets you determine where the actuator is in its stroke.

Pololu item #: 3631
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an efficient ball screw drive to lift loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N] and withstand static loads up to 1360 kgf [3000 lbs or 13,600 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 12-inch stroke (10.8″ usable) and no feedback potentiometer.

Pololu item #: 3632
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an efficient ball screw drive to lift loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N] and withstand static loads up to 1360 kgf [3000 lbs or 13,600 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 18-inch stroke (17.5″ usable) and a feedback potentiometer that lets you determine where the actuator is in its stroke.

Pololu item #: 3633
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an efficient ball screw drive to lift loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N] and withstand static loads up to 1360 kgf [3000 lbs or 13,600 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 18-inch stroke (17.5″ usable) and no feedback potentiometer.

Pololu item #: 3634
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an efficient ball screw drive to lift loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N] and withstand static loads up to 1360 kgf [3000 lbs or 13,600 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 24-inch stroke (23.5″ usable) and a feedback potentiometer that lets you determine where the actuator is in its stroke.

Pololu item #: 3635
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This 12 V industrial-duty (ID) linear actuator uses an efficient ball screw drive to lift loads up to 450 kgf [1000 lbs or 4500 N] and withstand static loads up to 1360 kgf [3000 lbs or 13,600 N]. It has a maximum speed of 16.8 mm/s [0.66″/s] at no load and 14.3 mm/s [0.56″/s] at the maximum load. Limit switches at each end make the actuator easy to control over its full range of motion, and an overload clutch protects the actuator from being damaged by excessive loads. The shaft holds its position when unpowered. This version has a 24-inch stroke (23.5″ usable) and no feedback potentiometer.

Pololu item #: 3636
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This bracket was designed specifically for the Glideforce Industrial-Duty (ID) linear actuators. It is machined out of a single piece of aluminum and has been tested to 1700 kgf [3800 lbs or 17,000 N] of static load, which is well above the highest static loads the ID actuators are rated for. The mounting pin has a 0.498″ (12.6 mm) diameter. This bracket is sold individually, and two brackets are required for each linear actuator.

Pololu item #: 3637
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This bracket was designed specifically for the Glideforce Industrial-Duty (ID) linear actuators. It is made from stamped, black powder coated steel and has been tested to 1700 kgf [3800 lbs or 17,000 N] of static load, which is well above the highest static loads the ID actuators are rated for. The mounting pin has a 0.498″ (12.6 mm) diameter. This bracket is sold individually, and two brackets are required for each linear actuator.

Pololu item #: 3638
Brand: Concentric
RoHS 3 compliant
Out of stock.
Quantity:

This adapter was designed specifically for the Glideforce Industrial-Duty (ID) linear actuators and can be used to turn either end into a clevis-style bracket. It is machined out of a single piece of aluminum and has been tested to 1700 kgf [3800 lbs or 17,000 N] of static load, which is well above the highest static loads the ID actuators are rated for. The mounting pin has a 0.498″ (12.6 mm) diameter. This bracket is sold individually, and two brackets are required for each linear actuator.

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