Linear Actuator

[ericher69]

Msb1776;

That works, looks good!

Did u remember to loosen the bolts that allow the chute to pivot?

 

[msb1766]

Yes I did loosen them. Will try to get a video of it moving so you guys can see the speed.

 

[4shorts]

I've used Linear Actuators on three blower chute deflectors and they work great. I always got one hand in the shop. For the chute rotator you can use a power window motor. Lots of power in those as well.

 

[4shorts]

Here are the pictures originally provided to me by Paul? Repair Specialties

I have obviously adapted to fit my application but you will get the main plans

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:laughing: I forgot about them. I made the same brackets for my buddy's chutes and mounted the linier actuators between them.

 

[msb1766]

When I bought the blower I also got the optional hydraulic chute rotation.
I can move the control box if I need to, just loosen the set screw. It felt good where I have it but that was when I was in the garage so we will see how it fells when I am actually using the blower.

 

[msb1766]

Here is a video of the actuator:
[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aaKW7-iXPRc]M2U00119 - YouTube[/ame]

 

[mjncad]

I'd say you've got it working just right. Just the right amount of response time in my opinion. :thumbsup:

 

[msb1766]

Thanks, Now all I need is snow.

 

[ericher69]

msb1776;

Looks good!

Only 1 point of interest!

I did the same thing and mounted with "cylinder". Up like a hydraulic cylinder.

If you flip it; will prevent moisture from entering the inner workings

 

[msb1766]

The actuator shaft does have an O-ring in the housing but I don't know how
well it protects the motor.

I thought about that but if I flip it the screws that hold iy together will be up
and i was afraid that water would get in that way. I was thinking about getting a cover for the shaft, something like a shock absober boot.

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