Data Sheet
 Rev C. 
100mm L16 – Actual Size 
Applications 
→  Robotics 
→  Consumer appliances 
→  Toys 
→  RC vehicles 
→  Automotive 
→  Industrial Automation 
Miniature Linear Motion Series · L16 
Actuonix Motion Devices’ unique line of Miniature Linear Actuators enables a new 
generation  of motion-enabled product designs,  with  capabilities that have  never 
before  been combined in  a  device  of this size.   These  linear  actuators are  a 
superior alternative to designing your own push/pull mechanisms. 
The L16 actuators are complete, self contained linear motion devices with position 
feedback  for  sophisticated  position  control  capabilities,  end  of  stroke  limit 
switches for simple two position automation, or RC servo.  Several gear ratios are 
available to give you varied speed/force configurations. 
L16 Specifications 
Gearing Option  35:1
63:1
150:1
Peak Power Point
50
N @
1
6
mm/s
75
N @
10
mm/s
175
N @
4
mm/s
Peak Efficiency Point
24
N @
24
mm/s
38
N @
15
mm/s
75
N @
7
mm/s
Max Speed (no load)
32
mm/s
20
mm/s
8
mm/s
Max Force (lifted)
50
N
100
N
200
N
Back Drive Forc
e
31N
46
N
102N
Stroke Option  50mm
100mm
140mm
Mass
5
6
g
74
g
84
g
Repeatability (
-
P & LAC)
0.
3
mm
0.
4
mm
0.
5
mm
Max Side Load
(extended)
40
N
30
N
20
N
Closed Length (hole 
to hole)
118mm
168mm
218mm
Feedback Potentiometer
6kΩ
±
50% 
11kΩ
±
50%
16kΩ
±
50%
Feedback 
Linearity
Less than 2.00%
Input Voltage
0
-
15 VDC. Rated at 12VDC.
Stall Current
650mA @ 12V
Operating Temperature
-10
°
C to +50
°
C 
Audible Noise
60dB @ 45cm
Ingress Protection
IP
-
54
Mechanical Backlash
0.25mm
Limit Switches
Max. Current Leakage: 8uA
Maximum Static Force
250N
Maximum Duty Cycle
20%
Basis of Operation 
The L16 is designed to push or pull a load along its full stroke length.  The speed of 
travel is determined by the load applied.  (See the Load Curves).  Actuator speed 
can be  reduced by  lowering the drive  voltage. When  power is  removed the 
actuator will hold its position, unless the applied load exceeds the back drive force. 
Repeated stalling or stalling for more than  a few  seconds will shorten the  life of 
the  actuator  significantly.  Stalling  is  when  an  actuator  is  pushing  a  load  that  it 
cannot move. Actuators should be tested in each specific application to determine 
their effective life under those loading conditions and environment. 
Copyright 2016 
 Actuonix Motion Devices Inc. 
All data on this sheet is provided for information purposes only and is subject to change. 
Purchase and use of Actuonix actuators is subject to our terms and condition as posted here: 
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