Stainless Steel Actuators and Valves in Rhode Island

An actuator that produces linear motion is called a linear actuator. It converts rotary motor output into straight-line push or pull force along a single axis. NV Mechanics Design's linear actuators deliver axial forces from 1,000 N up to 77,500 N and are depth-rated to 6,000m for demanding subsea and offshore applications.

NV Mechanics Design offers actuators rated to two depth levels: 3,000 msw (meters of sea water) for the self-compensated linear and rotary models, and 6,000m for the high-force linear actuator series. Both ranges are designed for reliable performance in deep-sea ROV deployments, offshore oil and gas, and marine research environments.

All actuators are available in Stainless Steel 316 (SST 316) or Titanium. SST 316 provides excellent corrosion resistance for standard marine environments, while Titanium offers superior strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion resistance for the most demanding deep-sea and chemically aggressive subsea applications.

Linear and rotary actuators feature a 30-bit absolute multi-turn encoder mounted directly on the output shaft. This design retains precise position information between power cycles, eliminating the need for rehoming after power loss. Resolution reaches 14 bits per turn (16,383 counts/turn), ensuring repeatable and accurate positioning in subsea control systems.

The self-compensated actuator models support RS422 (RS485 full duplex on 4 wires) and RS232 serial communication at 19,200 baud. All control logic and driver circuitry are integrated inside the housing, enabling standalone position control without external controllers. Configuration parameters and virtual limit switches are stored in onboard EEPROM for persistent settings.

Yes. NV Mechanics Design offers custom configurations across force output, stroke length, power supply voltage (24 VDC, 48 VDC, or 230 VDC), and connector types including Seacon and MCBH Subcon underwater connectors. PDF drawings and STEP files are available for engineering integration. Contact the manufacturer directly for tailored specifications and volume inquiries.