DC Linear Actuator Projects

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How to wire a linear actuator to a rocker switch

HOW TO: Wire a DPDT rocker switch for reversing polarity (UPDATE: Here’s a video on how to wire a linear actuator) When you need to control a DC motor (such as a DC linear actuator) you usually need to be able to swap the polarity on the wires going to the motor. A double pole, double throw switch is [...]

Motorized Hood Lift

This automated hood lift, done by Pimp My Ride (Europe), takes a classic car and creates an eye catching car with a few tricks up it’s sleeves. The hood is motorized with linear actuators and can be controlled with either a rocker switch inside the car or a remote control. It seems like people are [...]

Backyard Observatory doors using linear actuators

When it comes to DIY projects and linear actuators there are some projects that are more common. TV Lift Cabinets, tonneau lifts, and hood lifts. This project uses linear actuators in a way I’ve only ever run across once. Using four linear actuators and a modified backyard storage shed, this fellow has created his own automated [...]