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SMELA liteECO® series combine motor, mechanical components, sensor and a drive controller in a unique configuration. This makes them the most compact electromechanical alternative to pneumatic short-stroke cylinders. They are ideally suited to linear movements inproduction lines, machine tools and packaging systems.
An integrated servo motor with position sensors enables movement profiles from simple to complex without the need for compressed air.
The highly efficient motor often saves more than 90 per cent in energy compared to pneumatic systems.
Replacing worn mechanical parts extends the service life in a sustainable and cost-effective manner.
The liteECO® concept replaces pneumatic systems with highly efficient electromechanics.
SMELA offers two high-performance liteECO® series for modern automation solutions: the BASE series and the INTEGRATED series. Both ranges are based on the same fundamental principle – a compact, telescopic design comprising a highly efficient servo drive and mechanical components – and aim to replace pneumatic short-stroke cylinders with energy-efficient, precise and durable electromechanical systems. Each range is tailored to meet different requirements in automation technology.
The compact electric alternative to pneumatic systems
The all-in-one solution with integrated drive controller
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We rely on energy-efficient linear drives, high-quality materials and a production process that combines quality with environmental awareness. We rethink processes, reduce waste and are constantly looking for ways to make our products and processes more sustainable.
Space savings compared to electric alternatives
Energy savings compared to pneumatic systems
Service from initial consultation through to commissioning
Wear parts can be easily replaced
short supply chains, fair production standards
30-day trial period
We believe that technology must come with a sense of responsibility. That is why we develop drives that save energy, conserve resources and are built to last – for our customers and for our planet.
Every decision at SMELA is guided byt his philosophy. It is the passion for technology. It is the determination to make things better. And it is the team of conscientious, meticulous developers who work on smart solutions with genuine enthusiasm.
SMELA creates drives that not only power machines, but also drive real change – in industry and for our planet.
Thanks to our international partner network, we are always available to our customers in Europe and beyond. Our sales partners support you with technical advice, a local point of contact and comprehensive application expertise.
Together, we ensure that our electromechanical actuators are optimally integrated into your processes – from the initial enquiry through to successful commissioning.
Check it out for yourself: SMELA offers you a unique opportunity to test our innovative actuators in your application for 30 days free of charge and with no obligation - as part of an evaluation order.
Would you like to find out more about liteECO® actuators? Here you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding performance, dynamics, integration and applications. We would, of course, be happy to advise you personally on your specific requirements.
Our INTEGRATED series features a built-in drive controller with various control options and interfaces.
The liteECO® BASE series has already been used with drive controllers from
We’d be happy to assist you in selecting the right controller, provide the tried-and-tested parameter sets for the drive controllers listed, or verify compatibility with other drive controllers.
With liteECO® actuators, you can replace complex pneumatic systems with a compact, electric solution that offers several advantages:
This makes it clear: liteECO® doesn’t just replace pneumatics—it improves the machine’s efficiency, maintainability, and sustainability.
The liteECO® size 50 has a flange dimension (width) of 50 mm, with a hole spacing of 42 × 42 mm and a 20 mm centering ring. Depending on the model, there are various flange mounting options (from the front, from the rear, or as a through-hole). Please refer to the data sheets on the product pages for the latest technical specifications.
By “self-locking” in a threaded screw drive, we mean the ability to hold an axial load by friction in the thread flanks alone, without requiring an external torque. Physically, self-locking occurs when the thread pitch angle is smaller than the coefficient of friction of the respective material and lubricant combination.
In our T020 configuration with a 2 mm pitch, this condition is met: The spindle exhibits pronounced dynamic self-locking, meaning it holds the load up to a point close to the spindle’s breaking limit without any backslack being expected. In practical terms, the T020 can therefore be classified as “self-locking.”
The T040 configuration and all configurations with steeper pitches no longer feature fully pronounced self-locking due to the larger pitch angle. They can be set in motion once a certain level of external force is applied. This breakaway torque depends on the friction conditions (lubrication, scrapers, surface condition) as well as the current rotor position and is typically around
- 100 N for configuration T040,
- 20 N for configuration S100, and
- 10 N for configurations S150 and S240.
Even slight vibrations can be sufficient to overcome the static friction locally and initiate movement.
liteECO® actuators are ideal wherever fast and precise linear movements are required – for example, in production lines, machine tools, and packaging and logistics systems. They are used for positioning, securing, adjusting, or locking components in place. Some applications are listed on the product pages.
Depending on the model, the wear parts of liteECO® actuators have service lives ranging from 1 million to 50 million cycles. Typically, the nut in the plunger — which is made of high-performance plastic or bronze, depending on the variant — wears out first.
Wear can be detected early through predictive maintenance functions and, in many cases, compensated for by the control system. Thanks to our refurbishment concept, worn nuts can be replaced quickly, easily, and cost-effectively by replacing the plunger.
This ensures that the actuator remains fully operational and economically viable over multiple life cycles.
Yes. Depending on the motion controller, position, speed, acceleration, and custom motion sequences can be flexibly configured. Stand-alone applications without a higher-level PLC, as well as teach-in functions for easy position setup, are also possible.
Depending on the configuration, liteECO® actuators can generate static forces of up to 750 N (approx. 75 kg vertical load). The recommended continuous load for dynamic movements is 33–50% of the maximum force, depending on the thermal interface. We would be happy to advise you on designing your specific motion profile. Please refer to the data sheets on the product pages for the latest technical specifications.
The liteECO® actuators achieve speeds of up to 1,200 mm/s and accelerations of up to 60 m/s². This enables positioning times of, for example, 65 ms over a 45 mm stroke. For shorter strokes, frequencies of 14 Hz (double strokes per second) have already been achieved.
We would be happy to calculate the possible positioning time for your stroke under a defined load.
Compact, energy-efficient drives for modern production and packaging systems. More performance, fewer resources—for sustainable value creation.
