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Would love to hear what sets it apart beyond just size specs.
Quote from marnieswan on June 26, 2025, 2:42 pmI've been working on a small robotics arm for my home automation setup, and I'm trying to understand if the PA-07 micro actuator would be a better fit than the other compact models on the market. I've mostly used standard linear actuators in the past, but space is extremely tight this time. Anyone here has any hands-on experience with the PA-07, especially compared to other micro units like the PA-14 or similar? Would love to hear what sets it apart beyond just size specs.
I've been working on a small robotics arm for my home automation setup, and I'm trying to understand if the PA-07 micro actuator would be a better fit than the other compact models on the market. I've mostly used standard linear actuators in the past, but space is extremely tight this time. Anyone here has any hands-on experience with the PA-07, especially compared to other micro units like the PA-14 or similar? Would love to hear what sets it apart beyond just size specs.
Quote from grannysome on June 28, 2025, 6:48 amYeah, I’ve actually used both the PA-07 and the PA-14 in different projects, so I can probably shed some light on this. The PA-07 is noticeably smaller and lighter, which makes a huge difference when you’re building something like a compact gimbal or a camera slider that needs to stay under a certain weight limit. It’s also pretty quiet — not silent, but way less mechanical buzz than I got from the PA-14. The trade-off is definitely in the force: if you need more than 15 lbs of force, then the PA-07 might not cut it. It’s not just about size though — the mounting style and stroke range are more suited to tight, repetitive motion setups. If you haven’t already, check out the specs and comparison here linear electric actuators:
https://www.progressiveautomations.ca/collections/linear-actuators That page helped me figure out what was realistic for my build, especially since they list detailed stroke lengths and force ratings. Just don’t expect it to replace a full-size actuator for heavier applications — it’s great, but it has its niche.
Yeah, I’ve actually used both the PA-07 and the PA-14 in different projects, so I can probably shed some light on this. The PA-07 is noticeably smaller and lighter, which makes a huge difference when you’re building something like a compact gimbal or a camera slider that needs to stay under a certain weight limit. It’s also pretty quiet — not silent, but way less mechanical buzz than I got from the PA-14. The trade-off is definitely in the force: if you need more than 15 lbs of force, then the PA-07 might not cut it. It’s not just about size though — the mounting style and stroke range are more suited to tight, repetitive motion setups. If you haven’t already, check out the specs and comparison here linear electric actuators:
https://www.progressiveautomations.ca/collections/linear-actuators That page helped me figure out what was realistic for my build, especially since they list detailed stroke lengths and force ratings. Just don’t expect it to replace a full-size actuator for heavier applications — it’s great, but it has its niche.
Quote from marnieswan on June 28, 2025, 6:49 amFollowing this with interest. I’ve never used the PA-07 myself, but I’ve had a few projects where I wish I’d gone smaller from the start. Seems like the key is knowing your force and space constraints early on. Curious if the control options differ too.
Following this with interest. I’ve never used the PA-07 myself, but I’ve had a few projects where I wish I’d gone smaller from the start. Seems like the key is knowing your force and space constraints early on. Curious if the control options differ too.