How to Choose the Right Stroke Length for Your Linear Actuator Setup - 2 views

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  #1 ronja611 on 14 Jul 25

   

  I've been working on an adjustable standing desk project, and I'm a bit stuck on one detail - the stroke length of the linear actuator. I know it affects how far the actuator moves, but figuring out what's "just right" for my desk's height range is tricky. I don't want it to stop too short or overextend. Has anyone here dealt with this before, especially with compact spaces? What should I consider?

   

  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">I've been working on an adjustable standing desk project, and I'm a bit stuck on one detail - the stroke length of the linear actuator. I know it affects how far the actuator moves, but figuring out what's "just right" for my desk's height range is tricky. I don't want it to stop too short or overextend. Has anyone here dealt with this before, especially with compact spaces? What should I consider?</div>

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  #2 dannyfranco on 14 Jul 25

   

  Yeah, I ran into the same problem last year when I was designing a motorized TV lift for a cabinet. Stroke length can really make or break your project. In my case, I initially ordered a 300mm actuator, thinking it'd be fine - turns out I needed at least 450mm to fully conceal and raise the screen. Always calculate the total distance you want to move and double-check your clearance both at rest and at full extension. Also, if the load is heavy or offset, the stroke length can change the geometry of the force distribution. I ended up using Progressive Automations actuators, and they've got a decent guide on their collection page with different stroke lengths available - it really helped to visualize the options before buying 24v linear actuator: https://progressiveautomations.com.au/collections/linear-actuators. Worth checking out if you haven't yet.

   

  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Yeah, I ran into the same problem last year when I was designing a motorized TV lift for a cabinet. Stroke length can really make or break your project. In my case, I initially ordered a 300mm actuator, thinking it'd be fine - turns out I needed at least 450mm to fully conceal and raise the screen. Always calculate the total distance you want to move and double-check your clearance both at rest and at full extension. Also, if the load is heavy or offset, the stroke length can change the geometry of the force distribution. I ended up using Progressive Automations actuators, and they've got a decent guide on their collection page with different stroke lengths available - it really helped to visualize the options before buying 24v linear actuator: <a href="https://progressiveautomations.com.au/collections/linear-actuators" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://progressiveautomations.com.au/collections/linear-actuators</a>. Worth checking out if you haven't yet.</div>

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  #3 ronja611 on 14 Jul 25

   

  This is super helpful, thanks both. I was wondering the same thing for a DIY window opener setup I've been brainstorming. Stroke length seemed like a small thing at first, but now I realize it's one of the key specs to get right.

   

  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This is super helpful, thanks both. I was wondering the same thing for a DIY window opener setup I've been brainstorming. Stroke length seemed like a small thing at first, but now I realize it's one of the key specs to get right.</div>

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