{"product_id":"lidlark-electric-linear-actuator","title":"LidLark","description":"\u003cp\u003eWrestling a heavy lid or hatch gets old fast, and cheap actuators that bend or stall make it worse. This 12V kit pairs a push and pull actuator with an UP\/DOWN switch and brackets. Flick the switch and the storage lid under the bed rises while you stay standing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount it and lift with the included switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the lid up with the power off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLift quietly beside a sleeping bed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStops itself at the end of travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLift what used to need two hands\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLet the motor take the weight of lids, hatches and windows. It pushes and pulls up to 1500N (about 337 lbf).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRun it near a sleeping bed\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpen the lid without a racket in a bedroom or RV. Operating noise stays below 50dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKeep working through dust and spray\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe aluminum alloy body carries an IP54 rating for dust and splashes, though it is not made for submersion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTuck it into a tight frame\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFit it under a lid or inside a hatch frame. It measures 273 mm (10.75 in) overall when retracted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePin the actuator between the two U-brackets and mount it straight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the cable to your 12V DC supply with the crimp terminals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlick the toggle to UP or DOWN and the motor and gear move the rod.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelease the switch and the self-locking gear helps hold your load in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 linear actuator with cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 UP\/DOWN toggle switch with black panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 mounting brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 clevis pins with 2 cotter pins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrews and nuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 blue crimp terminals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this work for my RV under-bed storage lid?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOften yes. Measure the lid's weight and where you can mount both ends, then check your travel against the 6 in (150 mm) stroke. Leverage near closed can need more force than weight alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I wire it myself without being an electrician?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the parts are in the box: toggle switch, two U-brackets with pins and 4 crimp terminals. You connect the cable to your own 12V DC supply, which is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs IP54 enough for a boat hatch or outdoor use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIP54 covers dust and splashes, so it suits protected spots and occasional spray. It is not made to be submerged, so keep it out of standing water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it stop at the ends and hold position when off?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. A built-in limit switch stops the rod at both ends, and the gear drive has a large self-locking force to help the lid stay where you leave it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long can it run continuously?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts label lists a 10% duty cycle, so plan short runs with rest in between. It suits lids, hatches and windows you move now and then, not nonstop cycling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I mount it so it doesn't bend or bind?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMount it straight so the rod pushes along its length, not sideways. The kit gives you two U-brackets with clevis pins and cotter pins, so both ends can pivot as the load moves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I change the direction of travel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePush the included toggle to UP or DOWN. It reverses polarity, so the rod extends or retracts. The switch is rated 30A at 12VDC and comes on a black panel you can mount.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PrimyDeals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49771430707355,"sku":"PD-lidlark-electric-linear-actuator-1","price":259.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/1712\/7067\/files\/electric-linear-actuator__p1_v2.png?v=1791651276","url":"https:\/\/primydeals.com\/products\/lidlark-electric-linear-actuator","provider":"PrimyDeals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}