MDrive17 Linear Actuators are available in two shaft styles: non-captive and external. With non-captive shafts, a screw extends through the MDrive and moves axially as the motor rotates. With external shafts, a rotating screw integral to the MDrive motor moves a screw-mounted nut axially, with a choice of general-purpose or anti-backlash nuts.

Precision-rolled screws for the MDrive17 Linear Actuators deliver long life and quiet operation, and come with a choice of four screw leads to meet a wide range of application demands. Screws are manufactured from premium-grade stainless steel, are corrosion-resistant and non-magnetic, and they are also available with an optional Teflon coating.

MDrive linear actuators are available with integrated electronics in three versions: microstepping with step and direction input; motion control with intelligent programmable controller; and speed control with velocity controller.

All MDrive17 Linear Actuators are capable of full (256 × 200) microstepping with a +12 to +48V DC integrated driver and an operating range of -40 to +85degC for a long, trouble-free service life in demanding environments. Product options include encoders, interface cables and all-inclusive Quickstart Kits to speed design verification and time-to-market.