Electric motors are integral to various industrial and domestic applications, powering everything from machinery to appliances. However, these motors require a mechanism to start and stop them safely and efficiently. This is where motor starters come into play. Motor starters are electrical devices that control the operation of electric motors, protecting them from damage and ensuring optimal performance.

Actuators are common devices found within a number of systems, serving to convert a control signal into manageable mechanical energy. As a form of energy converter, actuators produce motion that is rotary and linear, enabling basic machine functionality for countless apparatuses. Actuators often vary in their design and capabilities, and a major way to classify such devices is through the principle that enables their energy conversion capabilities. Hydraulic, pneumatic, thermal, electrostatic, and electromechanical types are all options that one may use, each differing in their performance and applications. In this blog, we will be discussing the electromagnetic actuator in particular, allowing you to better understand its design and uses.