Wellford, SC – SEW-EURODRIVE has introduced the LM3S series of electric cylinders, electromechanical actuators that convert motor rotation into precise push-pull movement. The new series expands the company’s linear motion portfolio for machine builders seeking fast, accurate actuation in demanding automation applications.
Building on the proven CMS platform, the LM3S series gives machine builders a wider range of force options while making linear motion easier to integrate into new machine designs. The series supports forces up to 26 kN, allowing heavier-duty applications to be automated within the same modular platform. A patented oil-bath lubrication system simplifies the previous lubrication design by eliminating the need for an oil pump system. The optimized system helps reduce friction and wear, improves heat dissipation, and eliminates routine relubrication.
The LM3S series is designed for applications that require fast, precise push-pull movement, including handling systems, pick-and-place equipment, machine tools, welding systems, and material processing machinery.
Available in 3 configurable sizes, the LM3S series has a peak force range of 8-26 kN, and a stroke length range from 60-1200 mm.
The electric cylinders deliver fast, accurate linear movement that can help shorten machine cycle times, even under heavy loads. Multiple synchronous servomotor options and belt transmission configurations allow machine builders to tailor performance for specific speed, braking torque, and holding-force requirements.
The LM3S series is designed to integrate easily with SEW-EURODRIVE automation systems. Support for Resolver, HIPERFACE® and MOVILINK® DDI feedback technologies simplifies connection to the MOVI-C® modular automation system. Users can configure the cylinders online or through the SEW-Workbench planning and configuration tool to support drive selection and system design.
The LM3S series expands SEW-EURODRIVE’s linear motion portfolio with higher force capabilities and additional configuration options. Its scalable design gives machine builders a broader range of force, motor, and mounting combinations without requiring an entirely new platform.
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"Machine builders are under constant pressure to increase productivity while reducing maintenance and simplifying machine design. The LM3S electric cylinder series helps address those needs by combining fast, precise movement with flexible configuration options and maintenance-free operation." – Anecia Hoffield, Servo Product Manager at SEW-EURODRIVE |
The LM3S launch gives machine builders another option for improving machine performance while simplifying integration and reducing maintenance. It also expands SEW-EURODRIVE’s portfolio of integrated motion solutions that combine mechanical drive technology, motors, automation and engineering software.
Founded in 1931 in Bruchsal, Germany, SEW-EURODRIVE is a global leader in Industrial Automation, with operations in over 50 countries, 17 manufacturing plants, 92 assembly facilities, and more than 21,000 employees. The company holds over 1,000 patents, continuously driving technological advancements in gearmotors, frequency inverters, servo drives, and Industry 4.0 solutions.
SEW-EURODRIVE provides engineered solutions in countless industries, including automotive, food & beverage, pharmaceuticals, mining, steel, logistics, energy, and more, providing customized automation solutions that enhance efficiency, productivity, and sustainability. Despite its global reach, SEW remains family-owned, ensuring long-term vision, strong values, and a commitment to excellence.
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