Images What is a Control Box?

If you're new to automation and linear electric actuators, you may be asking yourself, 'what is a control box?' You don't have to be an expert engineer to understand how a control box works or even to install one. Control boxes can be easily installed if you can follow a few simple directions and have a tool or two. But for now, let's start at the beginning.

Motion Control Systems

You probably don't need to be told that a motion control systems controls linear actuators. Our systems are brush motors that turn rotary motion into linear motion. The motor spins, and in turn, pushes or pulls the linear electric actuator. Our control boxes are versatile machines. You can control multiple actuators at once, control your actuators in a non-simultaneous fashion or even have one customized to fit in a European wall outlet.

The control boxes you'll find on our site are 12V standard, but we can provide you with a 24V or 36V system through our customization service. That's what makes us different. Our control boxes and our linear electric actuators can be customized, giving you products that fit your project or application perfectly.

DC or AC Control Boxes

DC and AC control boxes are the two types of power supplies available for our units. AC can be plugged into your wall outlet, so are ideal for home and office automation, or anywhere your project will remain stationary. AC systems can be converted to DC systems with the proper accessories.

For mobile projects or projects that can't get to an AC outlet, we have control boxes with DC power available. DC power runs off a battery. DC control systems are ideal for hobby robotics projects, or projects that are outside, as well as any other projects you want to take on the go. We have compact motion control systems, so you won't need a duffel bag just to lug around the system.

What is a Control Box Remote?

Control box remotes are available in many different types. They can be controlled with a foot switch, a wireless remote or a wired remote. Whether you need your hands to be kept free, would like to activate your project from a distance or just need a workable, affordable automation solution, our website offers a range of different wireless and wired remotes, and foot controls.

Control Box Accessories

If you find you want to upgrade your control box after some time, we make it easy. You don't have to go out and buy a whole new control system; just take a look through our various accessories and find the component that'll fit your project.

Some of our accessories can help you control the speed of your actuators, change AC to DC power, install longer wiring and more. If you need to time your linear electric actuators, we have a timer switch available.