Actuators
Shop actuators for your next robotics or automation project. Our range includes servo motors, stepper motors, DC gearmotors, solenoids, relay modules, linear actuators, and RF remote control modules suited to hobbyists, STEM classrooms, and professional builds alike.
Whether you're driving a robot arm, controlling a valve, or switching high-voltage loads, you'll find actuators in a wide range of torques, voltages, and form factors. Available for fast shipping across Australia.
Solenoid - 5v (small)
SKU: SF-ROB-11015 | Brand: SparkFun
Solenoids are a great way to induce linear motion for pushing, pulling or controlling switches and levers. This smaller solenoid is designed to work directly with 5V which makes it a great match for embedded projects....
Delivered by Thu 11 Jun
6V Air Valve with 2-pin JST PH Connector - FA0520E
SKU: AF-4663 | Brand: Adafruit
The 6V Air Valve (FA0520E) is a 3-port solenoid valve for pneumatic systems, functioning similarly to an electrical relay. It features a common port (COM), a normally open port, and a normally closed port, allowing yo...
Delivered by Thu 11 Jun
5V Electromagnet - 25 Kg Holding Force - P40/20
SKU: AF-3875 | Brand: Adafruit
This 5V electromagnet provides 25kg of holding force when energised with approximately 5V DC (4–6V working range). When the power is switched off, the magnet loses its magnetic field, making it suitable for controllab...
Delivered by Wed 1 Jul
Mini Push-Pull Solenoid - 5V
SKU: AF-2776 | Brand: Adafruit
This miniature push-pull solenoid features a captive armature with a return spring — when energised at ~5 V DC, the armature retracts, and when power is removed it springs back to its original position. The dual-actio...
Delivered by Wed 1 Jul
5V Electromagnet - 5 Kg Holding Force - P25/20
SKU: AF-3873 | Brand: Adafruit
This 5V electromagnet provides 5kg of holding force when energised with approximately 5V DC (4–6V working range). When the power is switched off, the magnet loses its magnetic field, making it suitable for small contr...
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5V Electromagnet - 2.5Kg Holding Force - P20/15
SKU: AF-3872 | Brand: Adafruit
This 5V electromagnet provides 2.5kg of holding force when energised with approximately 5V DC (4–6V working range). When the power is switched off, the magnet loses its magnetic field, making it ideal for small contro...
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Adafruit STEMMA Non-Latching Mini Relay
SKU: AF-4409 | Brand: Adafruit
The Adafruit STEMMA Non-Latching Mini Relay lets you switch lamps, fans, solenoids, and other small appliances (up to 250 VAC/DC) using any 3V or 5V microcontroller — no soldering, flyback diodes, or level shifting re...
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Mini Solenoid
SKU: PI-COM2700 | Brand: Pimoroni
A compact push-type solenoid for ringing bells, hitting drums, pushing buttons, or flicking switches. When energised, the plunger extends with a quick push action — ideal for adding physical interactivity to your make...
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Medium Push-Pull Solenoid - 5V or 6V
SKU: AF-3992 | Brand: Adafruit
Solenoids are basically electromagnets: they are made of a big coil of copper wire with an armature (a slug of metal) in the middle. When the coil is energized, the slug is pulled into the center of the coil. This mak...
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SRD-5VDC-SL-C Relay T73-5V 5pin
SKU: LB-LR0301 | Brand: Little Bird
Mini 5V DC Power Relay SRD-5VDC-SL-C 5 Pin PCB TypeFeature:Selection of plastic material for high temperature and better chemical solution performanceSpecification:Coil voltage: DC 5VCoil resistance: 70Ω ~ 80ΩContact ...
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5V Electromagnet - 10 Kg Holding Force - P30/22
SKU: AF-3874 | Brand: Adafruit
This 5V electromagnet provides 10kg of holding force when energised with approximately 5V DC (4–6V working range). When the power is switched off, the magnet loses its magnetic field, making it perfect for controllabl...
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Mini 3A Relay Unit
SKU: M5-U023 | Brand: Little Bird
Description RELAY, as its namesake, is a M5Unit that implenments a Relay functions. Relay can be used as an electrically operated switch, uses an electromagnet to mechanically operate a switch,to where it is necess...
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