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.
Large push-pull solenoid
SKU: AF-413 | 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...
Delivered by Wed 1 Jul
Gravity: MOSFET Power Controller
SKU: DF-DFR0457 | Brand: DFRobot
In most Arduino projects, relays are the first choice to drive some large current device. It requires a certain amount of current to drive the internal coil to pick-up contact. But for some MCU, like Intel Edison,...
Delivered by Mon 22 Jun
Micro Mini Strong Vibration Motor
SKU: LB-LS2977 | Brand: Little Bird
Specification:Model: Mini 130 Vibration MotorMotor size: 25*20mmMotor height: 15.3mmVoltage range: DC 3V-6VRated voltage: DC 3.7VRated current: 0.8AWeight: 26gApplication: It is a Strong Vibration Motor. Packa...
Delivered by Thu 11 Jun
12V Solenoid Valve 1/2
SKU: DF-FIT0498 | Brand: DFRobot
This 12V normally closed solenoid valve controls water flow through a 1/2″ (DN15) inlet and outlet. It remains closed when unpowered and opens when 12V is applied — no polarity distinction is required. Pair it with a ...
Delivered by Thu 11 Jun
1 Channel Relay 3V Relay Module for Micro:bit
SKU: EF-EF04086 | Brand: ElecFreaks
A single-channel 3 V relay module from the ElecFreaks OCTOPUS series, designed for use with the BBC micro:bit. It uses a high-quality HUIKE relay capable of switching loads up to 30 A, making it suitable for controlli...
Delivered by Thu 11 Jun
Solenoid - 12V (Latch / Lock)
SKU: SF-ROB-15324 | Brand: SparkFun
Does controlling door and cabinet access with the power of Electromagnetism interest you? Excellent! In effect, this latch / lock solenoid is an electronic lock. When powered with 12VDC source, the latch is pulled in,...
Delivered by Thu 11 Jun
Metal DC Geared Motor - 12V 100RPM 42kg.cm
SKU: DF-FIT0492-B | Brand: DFRobot
This is a metal DC geared motor, 100% pure copper coils, high-density molecular layer, 50:1 metal reducer, small size, large torque. The maximum torque could arrive 42 kg.cm, stable and durable! SPECIFICATIONS  ...
Delivered by Mon 22 Jun
Gravity: Digital 10A Relay Module For Arduino and Raspberry Pi
SKU: DF-DFR0473 | Brand: DFRobot
Introducing the Gravity Digital Relay Module - the latest addition to DFRobot's Gravity series! This module is a little different to the other relays in our store - not only is it compatible with 5V Arduino boards, bu...
Delivered by Mon 22 Jun
8-ch Ethernet Relay Module, Modbus RTU/Modbus TCP Protocol, PoE port Communication, With Various Isolation And Protection Circuits
SKU: WS-24964 | Brand: Waveshare
An industrial-grade 8-channel relay module controlled via Ethernet, supporting Modbus RTU and Modbus TCP protocols. Features PoE power supply (IEEE 802.3af), optocoupler isolation, reverse-polarity protection, and a r...
Delivered by Thu 11 Jun
Metal DC Geared Motor w/Encoder - 12V 251RPM 18Kg.cm
SKU: DF-FIT0186 | Brand: DFRobot
This is a Gear Motor w/Encoder, model No.GB37Y3530-12V-251R. It is a powerful 12V motor with a 43.8:1 metal gearbox and an integrated quadrature encoder that provides a resolution of 16 counts per revolution of the m...
Delivered by Thu 11 Jun
9g Metal Gear Micro Servo (1.8Kg )
SKU: DF-SER0039 | Brand: DFRobot
A compact 9g micro servo with metal gears, delivering 1.8 kgf·cm of torque at 4.8V. The metal gear train provides significantly better durability than plastic versions, especially in robotics applications where the se...
Delivered by Mon 22 Jun
ELECFREAKS 360 Degrees Building Blocks Servo
SKU: EF-EF10155 | Brand: ElecFreaks
ELECFREAKS is an official Partner of micro:bit Educational Foundation focusing on developing educational and creative micro:bit accessories for the world. We devote to providing the most complete and excellent product...
Delivered by Mon 22 Jun
Micro servo
SKU: AF-169 | Brand: Adafruit
Tiny little servo can rotate approximately 180 degrees (90 in each direction), and works just like the standard kinds you're used to but smaller. You can use any servo code, hardware or library to control these servos...
Delivered by Thu 11 Jun
Stepper motor - NEMA-17 size - 200 steps/rev, 12V 350mA
SKU: AF-324 | Brand: Adafruit
A stepper motor to satisfy all your robotics needs! This 4-wire bipolar stepper has 1.8° per step for smooth motion and a nice holding torque. The motor was specified to have a max current of 350mA so that it could...
Delivered by Wed 1 Jul
Metal DC Geared Motor w/Encoder - 12V 122RPM 38Kg.cm
SKU: DF-FIT0403 | Brand: DFRobot
This is a Gear Motor w/Encoder, model No. GB37Y3530-12V-90EN. It is a powerful 12V motor with a 90:1 metal gearbox and an integrated quadrature encoder that provides a resolution of 16 counts per revolution of the ...
Delivered by Mon 22 Jun
Metal DC Geared Motor - 12V 50RPM 50kg.cm
SKU: DF-FIT0492-A | Brand: DFRobot
A high-torque 12V DC geared motor with a 100:1 metal gear reducer. Built with 100% copper coils and a metal gearbox for durability, this compact motor delivers up to 50 kg·cm of stall torque at 50 RPM — ideal for robo...
Delivered by Thu 11 Jun
48:1 TT Motor with 15cm female JST PH 2.0
SKU: LB-LS5165 | Brand: Little Bird
A compact TT gearmotor with a 48:1 gear ratio, pre-wired with a 15 cm female JST PH 2.0 connector for plug-and-play integration. TT motors are a popular and affordable choice for small robotics projects, offering a go...
Delivered by Thu 11 Jun
370 Mini Vacuum Pump
SKU: DF-FIT0801 | Brand: DFRobot
A compact DC-powered vacuum pump ideal for beginners building inflatable or pneumatic projects. With a power consumption of just 2.5W at 5V, it can share the same power supply as DC motors or servo systems in your pro...
Delivered by Thu 11 Jun
Standard Nylon Gear Servo For Remote Control Model
SKU: LB-SERVO-3003 | Brand: Little Bird
High impact plastic is designed to withstand minor crashes and the effects of model fuelThrough-the-hole Circuit Board Plating - Eliminates the need for wires or leadsHeavy Duty Output Shaft - Designed not to break...
Delivered by Thu 11 Jun
Electric Solenoid Lock
SKU: DF-FIT0620 | Brand: DFRobot
A 12V DC electric solenoid lock with a steel case and steel casting parts. Apply power to retract the latch and unlock; remove power and the latch springs back to the locked position. The lock includes signal feedback...
Delivered by Mon 22 Jun
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