I’m working on a little automatic drawer system for my camper van kitchen, and I think I need one of those tiny 12V actuators. Space is super tight, like really tight — the drawer itself is shallow and light, but I want it to slide open when I hit a switch. I’ve never used micro actuators before, and I’m not sure what kind of force or stroke length to look for. Has anyone tried these in small DIY setups?
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Your project sounds exciting! For a small drawer system, I’d recommend looking for a 12V actuator with at least 10-20 mm of stroke length, as that should be sufficient for shallow drawers. I’ve had some success with compact mechanisms in my own DIY projects, which reminds me of when I took an iq test free to challenge myself. It’s amazing how the right tools can make a big difference in functionality!