GCA2-F3-30 Smart Electric Mini Linear Actuators

GCA2-30-F3 Intelligent Servo Force-Control Electric Cylinder (Flat Type, Double Linear Bushing Series)

Precision Rigidity, Microgram-Level Touch — GCA2 Series Intelligent Servo Force-Control Electric Cylinder
Built-in High-Power Servo × F3 Flat Double Linear Bushing × ±1g Ultra-Precision Force Control. Setting a new benchmark for low center of gravity, short-stroke, and high-frequency anti-torsion flexible assembly.
Breaking the bottleneck of rough traditional pneumatic force control and bulky external sensors, GAO GONG brings you a brand-new, highly integrated, closed-loop transmission solution.

I. Product Overview

GAO GONG GCA2-30-F3 series intelligent servo force-control electric cylinder is a cutting-edge execution component specifically engineered for short-stroke precision industrial assembly and testing applications where vertical space is highly restricted, and strict control over eccentric torque and device center of gravity is required.

This product deeply integrates a high-power servo motor, a high-resolution absolute encoder, and self-developed force-control algorithms into the F3 flat-profile housing. The internal guidance mechanism features an innovative double linear bushing design, which not only dramatically compresses the overall cylinder height but also leverages the mechanical advantage of the 30mm short stroke to substantially enhance the anti-torsion and anti-deflection capabilities at the rod end. It delivers an industry-leading repeatability of ±0.005mm and pushes force-control precision down to the ±1g level. This allows for smooth deceleration and a delicate "soft landing" without external sensors, perfectly protecting your high-value, ultra-sensitive workpieces.

II. Eight Core Technical Advantages

1. Built-in High-Power Servo Motor — Powerful Performance, Compact Footprint
   The industrial-grade high-power servo motor is perfectly concealed inside the cylinder housing. The compact, integrated structure significantly releases space inside your equipment while delivering ultimate dynamic response and high thrust output.

2. Standard Absolute Encoder — No Homing Required After Restart, Safe and Efficient
   The entire series comes standard with an absolute encoder featuring power-off position memory. In the event of an unexpected power outage or system reboot, there is no need for tedious and hazardous "homing" routines, effectively eliminating crash risks and maximizing production uptime.

3. F3 Flat Double Linear Bushing — Enhanced Short-Stroke Rigidity
   The guidance mechanism adopts a flat-profile layout with double linear bushings. The ultra-low center of gravity combined with a short 30mm stroke delivers exceptional static allowable torque at the rod end, effectively limiting any deflection or play in both horizontal and vertical directions.

4. Sensorless High Integration — Cost Reduction, Risk Elimination
   Based on full closed-loop control logic, the electric cylinder operates flawlessly without any external limit switches or home sensors. While simplifying electrical wiring and lowering hardware procurement costs, it completely eliminates downtime risks caused by external sensor failures due to environmental interference.

5. ±0.005mm Repeatability — Micron-Level Precision Control
   Utilizing grinding-grade ball screws and optimized backlash elimination designs, the repeatability is stabilized within ±0.005mm. No matter how many times it reciprocates, it hits the target position with absolute precision.

6. Arbitrary Position Staying in Full Stroke — Flexible Digital Programming
   Supports precise deceleration, suspension, or motion switching at any coordinate point within the rated 30mm stroke. The acceleration and deceleration curves are as smooth as silk, and the motion trajectory is fully programmable via the upper-level controller.

7. High-Precision Force Control & Smart "Soft Landing" — Eradicate Workpiece Damage
   With bidirectional, high-precision force feedback algorithms, the cylinder instantly switches to force-control mode the moment it detects contact with the workpiece, whether executing downward pressing or upward lifting. It achieves a gentle soft landing with zero instantaneous force overshoot, strictly preventing fragile components from being crushed or damaged.

8. Direct Connection to Upper Controller & Intuitive Interface — Quick Setup for Everyone
   The electric cylinder communicates seamlessly with upper-level controllers (PC/PLC). Paired with GAO GONG's customized, intuitive visualization software, engineers can complete process configurations simply by entering parameters, reducing the development cycle by up to 80%.

💡 Groundbreaking Tech Leap: Force Control Precision Down to ±1g
Benefiting from GAO GONG's years of technical accumulation in low-friction transmission, this electric cylinder possesses an incredibly sharp force sense. It stably senses and outputs subtle forces down to microgram and gram levels, tailored specifically for assembling ultra-thin glass, precision semiconductor chips, micro-springs, and other extremely sensitive components.

III. Technical Specifications

Performance Parameters

Static Allowable Torque at Rod End & Performance Reference

• Allowable Payload, Torque, and Service Life: The internal mechanics are optimized for flat, short-stroke operation. The actual traveling life is a function of the horizontal/vertical side load and the static allowable torque curves (please refer to the operational life graphs for details).

• Radial Load, Eccentric Load, and Rod End Deflection: The double linear bushings offer solid mechanical bracing. When the rod extends and encounters radial or side forces, its 30mm short stroke limits the rod end deflection to a minute micron level, ensuring zero deformation under high-frequency pressing.

Operating Environment & Electrical Specs

• Operating Voltage: 24VDC ±10%

• Rated Current: 2A

• Protection Class: IP40

• Recommended Operating Environment: 0~40℃, below 85%RH (No condensation)

• Motor Type: AC Servo Motor

IV. Model Identification System & Selection Guide

GCA2 — F3 — I — 2 — 30 — P1 — M1 — BC

• Series Name: GCA2

• Guide Type:

• F0: Standard Type (Cross Roller Guide)

• F1: Compact Type (Cross Roller Guide)

• F2: Compact Type (Single Linear Bushing)

• F3: Flat Type (Double Linear Bushing) — This model recommended

• F4: Flat Type (Cross Roller Guide)

• Encoder: I Incremental Value Encoder / A Absolute Encoder (Standard)

• Lead: 2 / 4 / 6 mm

• Stroke: 30 / 50 mm

• Driver: P1 Pulse / P2 Fieldbus

• Cable Length: M1 (1M) / M2 (2M) / M3 (3M) / PX (Specified length)

• Cable Exit Direction: BC (Back) / BL (Left) / BR (Right) / BW (Down)

V. Typical Application Industries

• 3C Electronics & Semiconductors: Pressure-life testing for micro tactile switches, precision wafer/chip mounting, flexible pressing of mobile phone camera modules, and precise pogo-pin contact testing for PCBs.

• Automotive & Precision Components: Precision press-fitting of miniature bearings, automotive button haptic/resistance testing, and micro-force adjustment of relay springs.

• Medical & Biotechnology: Thrust and resistance calibration for precision syringes, capping/decapping of fragile biochemical test tubes, and micro-volume fluid aspiration control.