{"title":"Actuators","description":"\u003ch2\u003eActuator Selection — Quick Reference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAIMS supplies ELECTRIC LINEAR + PNEUMATIC actuators for industrial automation + valve operation + gate\/barrier control + motion control. Actuators CONVERT electrical or pneumatic energy into controlled linear or rotary motion — replacing manual hand operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eActuator Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectric Linear Actuator (12V \/ 24V DC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMobile + battery + low-voltage automation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectric Linear Actuator (240V AC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMains-powered industrial automation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePneumatic Cylinder (Linear)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorkshop air + fast-acting motion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePneumatic Rotary Actuator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eValve actuation + rotary motion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStroke Length (50mm-1000mm+)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatch to required motion travel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForce Output (100N-5,000N+)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatch to load + duty cycle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimit Switches (Integrated)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnd-of-travel signaling + position\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP Rating (Indoor \/ Outdoor)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatch to environment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specify STROKE + FORCE + DUTY CYCLE + SPEED. Pneumatic = fast + simple but needs air supply; electric = precise + programmable but slower. Pneumatic actuators on automation control = SIL safety rating considerations. Match actuator IP rating to environment. Brands: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/shop-by-brand\"\u003eFesto\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/smc\"\u003eSMC\u003c\/a\u003e. Companion: \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/pneumatics\"\u003epneumatics\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/electric-motors\"\u003eelectric motors\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/collections\/cylinders\"\u003ecylinders\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActuators\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAIMS Industrial supplies electric linear actuators and pneumatic actuators for industrial automation, valve operation, gate and barrier control and general motion control applications. Actuators convert electrical or pneumatic energy into controlled linear or rotary motion — replacing manual adjustment, hand-operated valves and mechanical linkages with repeatable, remotely controllable or automatically triggered movement. They are a core component in process automation, materials handling systems, industrial machinery and building services applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eElectric Linear Actuators\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eElectric linear actuators use a motor-driven lead screw or ball screw to produce linear push-pull motion across a defined stroke length. They are used for positioning, clamping, lifting, sliding and valve actuation tasks where precise position control or variable speed is required. Key specifications include stroke length (50mm to 600mm are common industrial ranges), static and dynamic load rating, speed (mm\/s), input voltage (12VDC, 24VDC and 240VAC versions), and IP ingress protection rating for outdoor or washdown environments. Limit switches at each end of travel are standard on most electric actuator models, providing the feedback signal for position control in automated systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePneumatic Actuators\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePneumatic actuators use compressed air to drive a piston through a cylinder bore, producing linear or rotary output depending on the actuator type. Double-acting pneumatic cylinders use air on both sides of the piston for controlled extension and retraction. Spring-return single-acting cylinders use compressed air for one direction and spring force for the return — important in applications where fail-safe return to a known position is required on air supply loss. Pneumatic actuators are preferred where high cycle rates, fast response and simplicity of control are priorities and where a compressed air supply is already available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eValve Actuators and Quarter-Turn Drives\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuarter-turn pneumatic and electric actuators mount directly to ball valves, butterfly valves and other rotary-closing valves to automate open-close operation. These are widely used in process piping systems, irrigation, water treatment and HVAC applications where manual valve operation is impractical or where automatic response to process conditions is required. Actuator sizing must account for the valve torque requirement, operating pressure and the required speed of operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSelecting the Right Actuator\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe right actuator type depends on whether your application requires linear or rotary output, the load and stroke requirements, whether precise position control is needed (favouring electric) or speed and simplicity (favouring pneumatic), and the available energy source. AIMS can supply actuators to suit specific load, stroke and environmental requirements. For help specifying the right actuator for your application, \u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact our team\u003c\/a\u003e. AIMS Industrial has been supplying industrial automation components across Australia since 1988.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aap-24v-dc-om-a-electric-actuator-voma24vdc","title":"AAP 24V DC OM-A Electric Actuator VOMA24VDC","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:760px;width:100%;padding:20px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr 1fr;gap:0;align-items:start\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 20px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#333;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eOM-A quarter-turn electric actuator: powered quarter-turn actuator\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 20px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#333;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eVoltage: 24V DC\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#333;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eISO 5211 direct-mount pattern for compatible AAP valves\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:28px 16px 0 16px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#333\"\u003eAn OM-A quarter-turn electric actuator that automates quarter-turn valves (ball, butterfly) in process pipework, HVAC and chemical dosing systems. Runs on 24V DC supply and connects to PLC or simple on\/off control wiring. ISO 5211 mounting pattern bolts directly onto compatible AAP valves. A common electric actuator choice for remote-control isolation in plants and water treatment facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AAP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49288924266773,"sku":"A0081039","price":1361.65,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5191\/1957\/files\/aap-24v-dc-om-a-electric-actuator-voma24vdc-5824673.jpg?v=1781520853"},{"product_id":"aap-om-2-electric-actuator","title":"AAP OM-2 Electric Actuator","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:760px;width:100%;padding:20px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr 1fr;gap:0;align-items:start\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 20px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#333;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eOM-2 quarter-turn electric actuator: powered quarter-turn actuator\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 20px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#333;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eVoltage: 12V DC (also available in 24V DC and 240V AC)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#333;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eISO 5211 direct-mount pattern for compatible AAP valves\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:28px 16px 0 16px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#333\"\u003eAn OM-2 quarter-turn electric actuator that automates quarter-turn valves (ball, butterfly) in process pipework, HVAC and chemical dosing systems. Runs on 12V DC (also available in 24V DC and 240V AC) supply and connects to PLC or simple on\/off control wiring. ISO 5211 mounting pattern bolts directly onto compatible AAP valves. A common electric actuator choice for remote-control isolation in plants and water treatment facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AAP","offers":[{"title":"12","offer_id":49387044012309,"sku":"A0081030","price":1985.73,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24","offer_id":49387044045077,"sku":"A0081031","price":1985.73,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"240","offer_id":49387044077845,"sku":"A0081033","price":1985.73,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5191\/1957\/files\/aap-om-2-electric-actuator-2490809.jpg?v=1773130040"},{"product_id":"aap-om-1-electric-actuator","title":"AAP OM-1 Electric Actuator","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:760px;width:100%;padding:20px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr 1fr;gap:0;align-items:start\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 20px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#333;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eOM-1 quarter-turn electric actuator: powered quarter-turn actuator\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 20px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#333;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eVoltage: 12V DC (also available in 24V DC and 240V AC)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#333;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eISO 5211 direct-mount pattern for compatible AAP valves\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:28px 16px 0 16px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#333\"\u003eAn OM-1 quarter-turn electric actuator that automates quarter-turn valves (ball, butterfly) in process pipework, HVAC and chemical dosing systems. Runs on 12V DC (also available in 24V DC and 240V AC) supply and connects to PLC or simple on\/off control wiring. ISO 5211 mounting pattern bolts directly onto compatible AAP valves. A common electric actuator choice for remote-control isolation in plants and water treatment facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AAP","offers":[{"title":"12","offer_id":49388004802837,"sku":"A0081017","price":828.33,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"110","offer_id":49388004770069,"sku":"A0081016","price":828.33,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"240","offer_id":49388004835605,"sku":"A0081018","price":828.33,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5191\/1957\/files\/aap-om-1-electric-actuator-2317284.jpg?v=1773129976"},{"product_id":"aap-om-a-m-electric-actuator","title":"AAP OM-A-M Electric Actuator","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:760px;width:100%;padding:20px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr 1fr;gap:0;align-items:start\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 20px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#333;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eOM-A-M quarter-turn electric actuator with manual override: powered quarter-turn actuator\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 20px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#333;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eVoltage: 12V DC (also 24V DC and 240V AC variants) with manual override\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#333;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eISO 5211 direct-mount pattern for compatible AAP valves\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:28px 16px 0 16px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#333\"\u003eAn OM-A-M quarter-turn electric actuator with manual override that automates quarter-turn valves (ball, butterfly) in process pipework, HVAC and chemical dosing systems. Runs on 12V DC (also 24V DC and 240V AC variants) with manual override supply and connects to PLC or simple on\/off control wiring. ISO 5211 mounting pattern bolts directly onto compatible AAP valves. A common electric actuator choice for remote-control isolation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AAP","offers":[{"title":"12V DC","offer_id":49406883168533,"sku":"A0081041","price":1645.32,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24V AC\/DC","offer_id":49406883234069,"sku":"A0081043","price":1645.32,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24V DC","offer_id":49406883266837,"sku":"A0081044","price":1645.32,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"110V AC\/DC","offer_id":49406883135765,"sku":"A0081040","price":1645.32,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"240V AC\/DC","offer_id":49406883201301,"sku":"A0081042","price":1645.32,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5191\/1957\/files\/aap-om-a-m-electric-actuator-6682230.jpg?v=1773125542"},{"product_id":"aap-om-4-electric-actuator","title":"AAP OM-4 Electric Actuator","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:760px;width:100%;padding:20px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr 1fr;gap:0;align-items:start\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 20px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#333;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eOM-4 quarter-turn electric actuator: powered quarter-turn actuator\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 20px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#333;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eVoltage: 12V DC (also 24V DC and 240V AC variants)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#333;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eISO 5211 direct-mount pattern for compatible AAP valves\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:28px 16px 0 16px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#333\"\u003eAn OM-4 quarter-turn electric actuator that automates quarter-turn valves (ball, butterfly) in process pipework, HVAC and chemical dosing systems. Runs on 12V DC (also 24V DC and 240V AC variants) supply and connects to PLC or simple on\/off control wiring. ISO 5211 mounting pattern bolts directly onto compatible AAP valves. A common electric actuator choice for remote-control isolation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AAP","offers":[{"title":"12V DC","offer_id":49407439044885,"sku":"A0081026","price":2269.41,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24V AC","offer_id":49407439110421,"sku":"A0081028","price":2269.41,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24V DC","offer_id":49407439143189,"sku":"A0081029","price":2269.41,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"110V AC","offer_id":49407439012117,"sku":"A0081025","price":2025.13,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"240V AC","offer_id":49407439077653,"sku":"A0081027","price":2025.13,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5191\/1957\/files\/aap-om-4-electric-actuator-9997204.jpg?v=1773124293"},{"product_id":"aap-om-3-electric-actuator","title":"AAP OM-3 Electric Actuator","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:760px;width:100%;padding:20px 0;font-family:Arial,sans-serif\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr 1fr;gap:0;align-items:start\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 20px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#333;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e◆\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eOM-3 quarter-turn electric actuator: powered quarter-turn actuator\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 20px;border-right:1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#333;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e●\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eVoltage: 12V DC (also 24V DC and 240V AC variants)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:18px;color:#333;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;font-weight:500;color:#333;line-height:1.5\"\u003eISO 5211 direct-mount pattern for compatible AAP valves\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:28px 16px 0 16px;font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;color:#333\"\u003eAn OM-3 quarter-turn electric actuator that automates quarter-turn valves (ball, butterfly) in process pipework, HVAC and chemical dosing systems. Runs on 12V DC (also 24V DC and 240V AC variants) supply and connects to PLC or simple on\/off control wiring. ISO 5211 mounting pattern bolts directly onto compatible AAP valves. A common electric actuator choice for remote-control isolation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"AAP","offers":[{"title":"12V DC","offer_id":49408067338517,"sku":"A0081021","price":2439.62,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24V AC","offer_id":49408067404053,"sku":"A0081023","price":2439.62,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24V DC","offer_id":49408067436821,"sku":"A0081024","price":2439.62,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"110V AC","offer_id":49408067305749,"sku":"A0081020","price":2212.67,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"240V AC","offer_id":49408067371285,"sku":"A0081022","price":2212.67,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0740\/5191\/1957\/files\/aap-om-3-electric-actuator-9067805.jpg?v=1773123928"}],"url":"https:\/\/aimsindustrial.com.au\/en-nz\/collections\/actuators.oembed","provider":"AIMS Industrial Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}