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SEMI-Custom Order Series Linear Motor Actuator GLM Model

A more affordable, optimally redesigned.Semi-Custom Order Series Linear Motor Model GLM that achieves unprecedented cost-effectiveness among linear motors.

Recommended for customers who are transporting objects farther than 1m and want to:

  • Lower costs when precision is not required
  • Lower cycle times
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Immediate Benefits From the Upgrade

Benefit 1:Faster speed with significantly improved repeatability

Benefit 2: Easy to perform maintenance

Completely eliminates the hassle of periodically replacing and adjusting the tension of timing belts.

Mechanical Structure of an Actuator with a Linear Motor Drive

Pro:
Few components and no need to make adjustments
Can be used with same setting method as a rotary servo motor

Con:
Appears to have a high installation cost

Additional components required:
The Model GLM contains all necessary components.

  • This product can also be provided without a servo driver if requested.

Required work:
None

THK adjusts the product before delivery.

Linear encoders constitute a large portion of component costs, but the new scaleless type does not require one.

The Model GLM achieves unprecedented cost-effectiveness among linear motor products.

Comparison: Mechanical Structure of an Actuator with a Belt Drive

Pro:
Can use in combination with familiar servo motors

Con:
Features many components and requires adjustment when assembling

Additional components required:

  • Reduction gear
  • Servo motor
  • Servo driver
  • Relay cable

Work required for mechanical parts:

  • Installing parts (reduction gear, etc.)
  • Adjusting the timing belt
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