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G'day guys
So I currently have a 2x 8" stoke 150lbs dynamic force actuators with a maximum current draw of 5A.
The exact one is the FA-PO-150-12-XX in the link below:
https://www.firgelliauto.com/products/feedback-rod-actuator
The load I have on it causes the actuators to draw almost its' maximum limit (i.e. 4.5A - 4.8A).
To minimize the current draw, I was thinking of using actuators with a higher force rating (i.e. the 200lbs dynamic force actuator in the link above). However, one of my colleagues believes that current draw will still be the same because it shares the same motor specifications. The only difference is the gear ratio, which will result in a slower stroke speed, but still draw the same amount of current.
His conviction has left me double thinking myself, and am wondering if he is correct. Could someone put my doubts to rest?
So I currently have a 2x 8" stoke 150lbs dynamic force actuators with a maximum current draw of 5A.
The exact one is the FA-PO-150-12-XX in the link below:
https://www.firgelliauto.com/products/feedback-rod-actuator
The load I have on it causes the actuators to draw almost its' maximum limit (i.e. 4.5A - 4.8A).
To minimize the current draw, I was thinking of using actuators with a higher force rating (i.e. the 200lbs dynamic force actuator in the link above). However, one of my colleagues believes that current draw will still be the same because it shares the same motor specifications. The only difference is the gear ratio, which will result in a slower stroke speed, but still draw the same amount of current.
His conviction has left me double thinking myself, and am wondering if he is correct. Could someone put my doubts to rest?