What can manual brake release and override do for your machines?

August 21, 2023

These options for the new Electrak® XD actuator can come to your rescue in sticky situations.

If you ever deal with situations where a machine component is stuck, breaks or finds itself in an awkward position, don’t fret. The new Thomson Electrak® XD electric linear actuator can be moved manually into a position to allow user access for maintenance. This functionality is possible through two available options:

Manual Brake Release allows the XD to travel under the power of applied load and/or gravity, and provides regenerative current to your power supply or battery to help control movement.

Manual Override allows you to manually drive the XD to a full extend-and-retract cycle under maximum loading to achieve movement where power may not be available.

Electrak® XD actuator

For more information on Thomson products contact our sales team.

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