Are you considering replacing a compressor and 200 pneumatic cylinders with electric actuators to save compressor costs? Thinking about building a new machine with pneumatics because 30 electric actuators cost a whopping $34,000?
You might be making the wrong decision and as a result wasting tens of thousands of dollars a year. This article provides an analysis of cost components for both pneumatic and electric actuators, and gives examples of cost estimations. Cost calculations are provided in the appendix for readers who wish to evaluate costs for their machines or facilities.
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