THOMSON Electrak GX User manual

Thomson Electrak®GX
Electric Linear Actuator
Installation Manual
Edition 2022-02
www.thomsonlinear.com

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Version history
Edition Reason for revision
2022-02 First edition
Warranty
The Thomson Electrak®GX is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship
for a period of twelve (12) months from date of manufacture. The application of this product is the
responsibility of the buyer and Thomson makes no representation or warranty as to the suitability of
the product for any particular use or purpose. For a copy of the entire warranty for this product that is
contained in our standard terms and conditions of sale, please go to http://www.thomsonlinear.com/
website/com/eng/support/terms_and_conditions.php.
Disclaimer
Technical changes to improve the performance of the equipment may be made without prior notice!
All rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced in any form (by printing, photocopying,
microlm or any other method) or processed, copied or distributed by electronic means without the
written permission of Thomson.

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Contents
Contents
1. General ...................................................................................................... 4
1.1 About this manual .................................................................................................. 4
1.2 Target group........................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Symbols used ........................................................................................................ 4
1.4 Transport and storage............................................................................................ 4
1.5 Packaging .............................................................................................................. 4
1.6 Disposal ................................................................................................................. 4
1.7 Support .................................................................................................................. 4
2. Safety......................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Safety notes........................................................................................................... 5
3. Standards.................................................................................................. 5
3.1 EC Declaration of conformity ................................................................................. 5
4. Installation ................................................................................................ 6
4.1 Product identication and product label................................................................. 6
4.2 Terminology ........................................................................................................... 6
4.3 Operation environment ......................................................................................... 7
4.4 Mechanical installation........................................................................................... 7
4.5 Electrical installation ............................................................................................ 10
5.  Technicalspecications .................................................................... 13
5.1 General specications ......................................................................................... 13
5.2 Weight for dc input voltage units.......................................................................... 13
5.3 Weight for ac input voltage units.......................................................................... 13
5.4 Weight for dc input voltage units.......................................................................... 13
5.5 Technical data for dc input voltage units.............................................................. 14
5.6 Technical data for ac input voltage units.............................................................. 15
6. Ordering keys ..................................................................................... 16
6.1 Ordering key for dc voltage models ..................................................................... 16
6.2 Ordering key for ac voltage models ..................................................................... 17

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General
1. General
1.1 About this manual
This manual contains mechanical and electrical installation instructions for the Thomson Electrak®GX
electric linear actuator. It also contains, among other things:
• technical data
• installation data
• type designation key.
It is important to carefully read this manual before installing the actuator and to have the correct
qualications needed to perform the installation.
1.2 Target group
This manual addresses qualied mechanical and electrical personnel.
1.3 Symbols used
This symbol is shown to highlight a general warning, general instruction or as a warning for a
mechanical hazard.
1.4 Transport and storage
The actuator may only be transported and stored in the original packaging supplied by Thomson. The
temperature during transportation and storage must be between -25 to +65° C (-15 to +150° F). Avoid
shocks to the package. If the package is damaged, check the actuator for visible damage and notify the
carrier, and if appropriate also Thomson.
1.5 Packaging
The packaging consists of a cardboard box. The box contains the actuator and this manual. For large
quantity orders bulk packaging may be used in which case the packaging and the content will vary
depending on the order agreement.
1.6 Disposal
Where required by law, used packaging and actuators are taken back by Thomson for professional
disposal if the transportation cost is paid by the sender. Please contact Thomson for shipping information.
1.7 Support
If technical support or information is needed for this product, please contact the nearest Thomson
Service Center. See the back of this manual. You can also visit www.thomsonlinear.com for information
on this product and how to contact us.

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Safety and Standards
2. Safety
2.1 Safety notes
• Only properly qualied personnel are permitted to perform mechanical and electrical
installation of this product. Properly qualied personnel are familiar with mechanical or electrical
installation work and have the appropriate qualications for their job.
• Read this manual and any other available documentation before working on the equipment
that the actuator is or shall be a part of.
• Conform strictly to the information contained in this manual and on the actuator product label
on the actuator. Never exceed the performance limits stated herein.
• Never work on the actuator or its installation with the power on.
• Never unplug any cables or connectors during operation or with power on.
• Immediately stop using the actuator if it seems faulty or damaged in any way and notify an
appropriate person so that corrective actions can be taken.
• Never open the actuator as that will compromise the sealing and the function of the
actuator. There are no serviceable components inside.
• Grease may be present on the extension tube. Contact is non-hazardous. Film should not be
removed.
3. Standards
3.1 EC Declaration of incorporation of partly completed machinery
We, Thomson Linear declare that this products corresponds with the directive 2006/42/EC, RoHSIII
directive 2015/863, WEEE directive 2012/19/EU, low voltage directive 2014/35/UE and also with the
directive of electromagnetic compatibility 2014/30/UE and that the standard EN ISO 12100:2010, Safety
of machinery, have been applied.
Thomson Electrak®GX Linear Actuator
Product Description
Can be used when the machine or the system, which it shall be, a part of is in accordance with the
demands in the EEC Machinery Directive and/or other relevant regulations.
Kristianstad 2021-11-08
Date
Håkan Persson Business Unit Manager
Name Title Signature

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4. Installation
4.1 Productidenticationandproductlabel
4.1.1 Units without product label
These units, which are not CE marked, have the manufacturing date and the designation of the actuator
engraved on the housing. The performance data for your actuator must be looked up in this manual.
Please study the performance data for your actuator before starting any installation or service. If you
need any assistance from Thomson, please provide the manufacturing date and the designation of the
actuator(s) in question.
4.1.2 Units with product label
These units have a product label on the the cover tube. The label details which model of actuator you
have, its basic performance data, if it is CE marked or not and where it is manufactured. Please study
the product label to determine actuator type and its performance data before starting any installation
or service. If you need any assistance from Thomson, please provide the manufacturing date and the
designation of the actuator(s) in question.
4.2 Terminology
Installation
a. front adapter b. extension tube c. cover tube
d. housing (standard) e. rear adapter f. housing if option potentiometer
g. connector h. electrical wires i. motor
j. hand wind input k. cable if option potentiometer

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4.3 Operation environment
1. Operation temperature range is -25 to +65° Celsius (-15 to +150° Fahrenheit).
2. Protection degree against the ingress of water and particles is for dc voltage units IP66 or
IP66 and IP69K depending on option (see the product label or/and the actuator designation), and
for ac voltage units IP45.
3. Relative humidity range is 10 - 90% non-condensing.
4.4 Mechanical installation
4.4.1 General installation safety notes
• Never work on the actuator with the power switched on!
• Do not hold the extension tube while the unit is energized.
• Failure modes of the actuator should be considered to ensure it does not create harm.
4.4.2 Basic installation considerations
1. Only mount the actuator using the holes in the front and rear adapters. Identify the model
designation of the actuator (section 4.1) and then look at the ordering key (section 6) to nd out your
adapter type conguration. See the below drawings to nd out the exact dimensions.
2. Make sure that the actuator mounting position allows access to the connector or cable(s) to allow the
actuator to be connected or disconnected when required.
4. If the actuator is equipped with the hand wind option, the hand wind input must have enough free
space around it to allow it to be operated (section 4.4.6).
Installation
Min. -25° C (-15° F) Max. +65° C (+150° F) Vdc units: IP66 or IP66/IP69K
Vac units: IP45
Dimensions: mm [inch]
* SW = Slot Width
** Flat portion dimensions

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4.4.3 Mounting orientation and forces
1. The actuator can be mounted in any orientation and handle both pushing and pulling loads.
2. Always install actuator so that the force of the load acts in the center of the extension tube and the
rear adapter.
3. Only mount the actuator to the rear and front adapter mounting holes.
4. Only use solid mounting pins and support them at both ends.
5. The mounting pins must be parallel to each other both radially and axially.
4.4.4 Restraining torque
The rear and the front adapter must be xed by a method that can restrain the torque produced by the
extension tube, which for Electrak GX is 11.3 Nm (100 lbf-in). If not restrained in both ends, the extension
tube (or the actuator) will rotate instead of moving.
4.4.5 Slip clutch
The actuator is protected by a load limiting mechanical clutch which prevents the motor from stalling
at either end of the actuator stroke. It will also slip at any point along the stroke when the factory-set
load limit (1.2 - 1.5 × the dynamic load rating) is exceeded. Stop the actuator imediately if the clutch is
engaged and in case of mid-stroke engagement also investigate the cause.
YES NO
11. 3 Nm
(100 lbf-in)

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4.4.6 Hand wind mounting and operation considerations (optional feature)
1. Make sure when mounting the actuator that there is space enough between the rear adapter and any
object behind it to allow the hand wind to be operated!
2. To be able to operate the hand wind, remove the cover plug placed over the hand wind input.
3. Next, move the extension tube by turning the hand wind input hexagon socket (a) using a 6 mm
hexagon key (b).
4. The maximum torque required to move the extension tube at the fully rated actuator load using the
hand wind is typically 1.5 - 2.5 Nm (13 - 22 in-lb) depending of the model.
• Always make sure to switch o󰀨 the power to the actuator before using the hand wind.
• Do not apply higher torque than 5 Nm (44 in-lb) to the hand wind input.
• Stop running the extension tube immediately if the slip clutch (see section 4.4.5) is engaged.
• Never use any type of drill or power tool to operate the hand wind.
Model X Y
D(A)xxxO5A(B)5- 49.6 0.0
D(A)xxx10A(B)5- 43.3 5.2
D(A)xxx20(21, 2K)A(B)5- 38.9 0.0
(b) 6 mm
(a)

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Installation
4.5 Electrical installation
4.5.1 General notes
• Make sure the leads/cables leading to the motor can handle the maximum motor current.
• An emergency stop is recommended to reduce the chance of a crushing hazard.
• Never work on the actuator or the wiring with the power switched on!
4.5.2 Fuse
Protect the actuator and the wiring by using a slow blow fuse between the actuator and the power source.
The size of the fuse depends on the current draw of the actuator and local installation regulations and have
to be determined on a case-to-case basis.
4.5.3 Power lead cross sections
To avoid malfunction due to voltage drop the cross section of the leads between the actuator power leads
and the power source must be of su󰀩cient size. The su󰀩cient size is determined by calculations based
on the supply voltage, current draw, length of the cables, ambient temperature and local regulations. The
below tables show our minimum recommendations for a selection of di󰀨erent lead lengths. However, it is
always the responsibility of the installer to make sure the installation is carried out in accordance with the
local regulations.
Recommended Power Lead Cross Sections *
Supply voltage Length of leads (L) [m (ft)] Max. current [A] Min. recommended cross section (X) [mm2(AWG)]
12 Vdc
0 - 3 (0 - 10)
0 -15 1.5 (16)
15 - 20 2.5 (14)
20 - 28 4 (12)
28 - 34 6 (10)
3 - 6 (10 - 20)
0 -15 2.5 (14)
15 - 20 4 (12)
20 - 34 6 (10)
6 - 10 (20 - 33)
0 -15 4 (12)
15 - 20 6 (10)
20 - 34 10 (8)
24 Vdc 0 - 10 (0 - 33) 0 - 10 1.5 (16)
10 - 15 2.5 (14)
36, 48, 90 Vdc 0 - 10 (0 - 33) 0 - 15 1.5 (16)
115, 230, 400 Vac 0 - 20 (0 - 66) 0 - 6 1.5 (16)
* Units with ying leads / units wih cable and potentiometer option
* At an ambient temperature of 30 °C (86 °F) or less.