I’m working on a compact motion project — basically modifying a motorized camera slider for macro shots in my garage. There’s no room to spare, which makes normal actuators way too bulky. I stumbled on those micro linear actuators from Progressive Automations, and they look perfect on paper — small, quiet, and supposedly strong for their size. Has anyone actually used them in something real-world? I’d love to know if they hold up or if they’re more for light-duty gimmicks.
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Not sure why, but these types of builds always remind me of a project my neighbor did — he automated a spice rack into his kitchen backsplash. Took him three weekends and a dozen burned fuses, but it worked. Stuff like this is cool when it blends in and does its job without anyone noticing.