Evaluating the annual operating costs for different types of actuators provides a comprehensive picture of the Total Cost of Ownership. See how Kyntronics SMART Electro-Hydraulic Actuators (SHA) compare to traditional hydraulic power units (HPUs) with hydraulic cylinders.
When comparing different actuation technologies, equipment purchases are often decided based on initial up-front purchase cost. Ongoing operating costs can far exceed up-front purchase costs and over time have significant impact on a company’s bottom line.Evaluating the annual operating costs for different types of actuators provides a comprehensive picture of the Total Cost of Ownership. See how Kyntronics SMART Electro-Hydraulic Actuators (SHA) compare to traditional hydraulic power units (HPUs) with hydraulic cylinders.
Annual Operating Cost Comparison
Until now, there were two actuation options: Electro-Mechanical Actuators (EMAs) or Hydraulics. What if you could combine the benefits of both and eliminate their challenges?
Electro-Mechanical Actuator Benefits
- Power on demand
- Precisely control in 4 quadrants
- Clean operation - No leaks
- Fieldbus
- Diagnostics
Electro-Mechanical Actuator Challenges
- Metal-to-metal wear
- Susceptible to damage from shock loads and side loads
- Requires regular maintenance / Lubrication
- Expensive and large at higher load ratings
- Backlash and back-drivable
Hydraulic Benefits
- Robust - Proven technology
- High force density
- Shock load and side load tolerant
- Fluid characteristics
- Cost effective
- Ingress protection
Hydraulic Challenges
- Environmentally unfriendly - prone to leaks (messy)
- Energy inefficient and noisy
- Difficult to control
- HPUs take of valuable space
- Requires excessive maintenance
- High operating costs
The Kyntronics SMART Electro-Hydraulic Actuator Accomplishes All This and More!
The Kyntronics SMART Electro-Hydraulic Actuator supports sustainable manufacturing by reducing environmental risk, lowering energy consumption, improving employee safety, and reducing operating expenses.
Contact Valin at (855) 737-4716 or fill out our online form [3] to find out how much you can save by converting from traditional hydraulics to the All-In-One Kyntronics SMART Electro-Hydraulic Actuator.