Integration with Arduino and Third-Party Controllers
Can the actuators from the EU collection be easily integrated with an Arduino for an automated home window opener? I’m specifically wondering about feedback options like Hall Effect sensors or potentiometers. Do I need to buy a specific Progressive Automations control box, or are the raw lead wires compatible with standard H-bridge motor drivers and microcontrollers?
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Yes — many of the actuators in the EU collection can be integrated with an Arduino for an automated home window opener, but you’ll want to check the feedback options carefully. Some models offer built-in feedback like Hall effect sensors or potentiometer outputs that make it much easier to track position with a microcontroller. When browsing linear motion solutions at https://www.progressiveautomations.com/en-eu/collections/linear-actuators look for units with explicit feedback specs if you need precise control. You don’t necessarily have to buy a Progressive Automations control box — the raw lead wires can usually be hooked up to standard H-bridge drivers and an Arduino, as long as you handle the power requirements and safety limits properly.