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GSA Actuators
The GSA linear slide actuator is ideal for medium- to high-thrust applications.
GSA Linear Slide Actuators combine an electric rod actuator with guide rods, mounting blocks and bearings. A complete selection of sizes, options and system components are available. The GSA Linear Slide Actuator offers high performance, dependability and mounting flexibility for pivotal applications.
- 4 U.S. customary and metric body sizes
- Forces up to 4.2 kN (950 lbf)
- Wide tooling plate for end effector mounting
- Choice of linear ball or composite bearings with internal lubrication of guide rods for increased bearing life
- Standard or oversized guide rod diameter for increased rigidity and lower deflection
- Stroke lengths up to 914 mm (36 in)
| Size | GSA 12 | GSA 16 | GSA 24 | GSA 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 18 in. | 24 in. | 30 in. | 36 in. |
| Metric | 457 mm | 609 mm | 762 mm | 914 mm |
| Size | GSA 12 | GSA 16 | GSA 24 | GSA 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 130 lbf. | 471 lbf. | 850 lbf. | 950 lbf. |
| Metric | 578 N | 2,095 N | 3,781 N | 4,226 N |
| Size | GSA 12 | GSA 16 | GSA 24 | GSA 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 400 lbs | 500 lbs | 1,000 lbs | 1,200 lbs |
| Metric | 182 kg | 227 kg | 454 kg | 544 kg |
| Size | GSA 12 | GSA 16 | GSA 24 | GSA 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 123 in/sec | 123 in/sec | 50 in/sec | 50 in/sec |
| Metric | 3,124 mm/sec | 3,124 mm/sec | 1,270 mm/sec | 1,270 mm/sec |
Features & Ordering
GSA Features
Use the links below to locate a Tolomatic distributor in your area, find out more information on how to specify and configure your actuator, service parts information, and selection guidelines and tips.
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Specifications
GSA Actuator Specifications
GSA 12/16 Screw/Nut Specifications US Standard
GSA 12/16 Screw/Nut Specifications Metric
GSA 24/32 Screw/Nut Specifications US Standard
GSA 24/32 Screw/Nut Specifications Metric
GSA 12, 16, 24 Critical Speed Graphs
GSA32 Critical Speed Graph
GSA 12/16 PV Limits
GSA 24/32 PV Limits
GSA Ball Screw Life Graph
GSA Screw Buckling Load
GSA Switch Specifications
GSA Performance Size 12
GSA Performance Size 16
GSA Performance Size 24
GSA Performance Size 32
Dimensions
GSA Actuator Dimensions
GSA Switch Wiring Diagrams & Dimensions
GSA Stop Collar Dimensions
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Manuals & Part Sheets
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Catalogs & Brochures
- Corporate Overview-Linear Motion Solutions Brochure (English)
- SOLUCIONES DE CONTROL DE MOVIMIENTO (Spanish, Corporate Overview-Motion Control Solutions Brochure)
- Unternehmensübersicht (German, Corporate Overview brochure)
- Brochure sur l'entreprise Tolomatic (French, Corporate Overview-Linear Motion Solutions Brochure)
- RSA-GSA Electric Linear Rod Actuators Catalog
- Elektrischer RSA/GSA Kolbenstangenantrieb – Katalog (RSA/GSA Actuator brochure, German)
- Automotive Applications Brochure
- Gantry & Multi-Axis Solutions Brochure
- Soluciones Gantry y Multieje (^ES Gantry brochure)
- OEM Actuator Solutions Brochure
- RSA & GSA ACTUADORES ELÉCTRICOS CON VÁSTAGO (^ES, Spanish, RSA GSA Catalog)
E-Books
Guides
- Selecting the Optimal Screw Technology
- Actuator Life: How to estimate for ball and roller screw actuators
- INFOGRAPHIC: Accuracy and Repeatability in Linear Actuators
- INFOGRAPHIC: Calculating Total Cost of Ownership
- INFOGRAPHIC: Ten Tips for Specifying Electric Rod Actuators
- 如何选择 螺杆？ 甄选 正确的技术 (Chinese, How to select the right lead screw for an electric actuator)
- Guide to Third Party Motor Integration
- Switch Reference Guide
Parts & Maintenance Sheets
- GSA/GSM12 Linear Slide Actuators Part Sheet
- GSA/GSM16 Linear Slide Actuators Part Sheet
- GSA/GSM24 Linear Slide Actuators Part Sheet
- GSA32 Linear Slide Actuators Part Sheet
- Specifying a Customer Motor
- Material Safety Data Sheet: Mobil SHC Polyrex 462 Grease (PN: 27331303)
- Material Safety Data Sheet: SAF-T-EZE Food/Drug Lubricant (PN: 09121112)
Tech Bulletins
Terms & Conditions
White Papers
- Top Ten Tips: How to specify electric rod-style actuators for optimal performance, reliability and efficiency
- Electric actuators vs. pneumatic cylinders: A comparison based on total cost of ownership
- Select the right linear actuator: Making sense of manufacturer specifications
- Comparing traditional and integrated rod-style linear actuators: How to choose the best solution for motion control applications
- Rules of actuator and guide alignment in linear motion systems
- IP ratings and the manufacturing environment: How to apply linear actuators for quality, safety and long service life.
- Minimizing electrical noise in actuator drive systems for maximum reliability and performance
- Introduction to accuracy and repeatability in linear motion systems
- Elektrische Stangenantriebe vs. Hydraulikzylinder: Ein Vergleich der Vor- und Nachteile beider Technologien weißes Papier (Electric vs Hydraulic WP, German)
- A technical comparison: Performance of pneumatic cylinders and electric rod actuators
- Electric actuator technology comparison: Integrated and traditional designs
- Elektrische Antriebe und Pneumatikzylinder: Ein Vergleich basierend auf den Gesamtbetriebskosten weißes Papier (GERMAN, TCO WhitePaper)
- Elektrische Stangenantriebe vs. Hydraulikzylinder: Ein Vergleich der Vor- und Nachteile beider Technologien weißes Papier (GERMAN, Electric vs Hydraulic WP)
- Designing Gantry and Multi-Axis Automation Systems
- Diez Consejos Óptimos: Cómo especificar los actuadores eléctricos de vástago para obtener rendimiento, confiabilidad y eficiencia óptimos
Additional Resources
Success Stories
Tire Reclamation
Challenge: Material reclamation from used tires for use in automotive tire manufacturing
Product Family: Electric
Product Used: GSA24 Guided Rod-Style Screw-Drive Electric Actuators
PPE (Mask) Manufacturing
Challenge: Create a new generation mask-making machine based on the automated workcell concept to improve efficiency, quality and throughput.
Product Family: Electric
Product Used: B3W Rodless Actuators & GSA Guided Rod Actuators