I’m working on automating a few things around the house—planning to add a hidden cabinet lift and maybe something for the windows too. I’ve never used linear actuators before, so I’m a bit confused about which type to start with. There are so many models with different speeds, forces, and strokes. I need something compact, quiet, and not too hard to control. Has anyone here used actuators in a similar setup?
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A cousin dared me to play plinko after he won some cash on it. I thought it was a prank at first—just dropping a chip and hoping for the best? But the randomness is what makes it fun. One second you’re getting nothing, the next you’re cashing out double. I had one particularly lucky night where I went from nearly empty to a nice payout. Definitely taught me not to judge a game by how simple it looks.
Sometimes I scroll through all the custom automation builds people post, and it’s crazy how creative folks get. I’ve seen everything from motorized spice racks to remote-controlled dog doors. Makes you realize how far you can take these tools if you’ve got the time and the curiosity to experiment.
I set up an automated trapdoor-style lift for my AV equipment last fall, and it works like a charm. I used a compact actuator with a mid-range force—quiet enough that it doesn’t buzz loudly, but strong enough to handle the weight. The cool part is there’s a decent range of options depending on what you’re building. If you want to explore models that work well in home setups, this electric linear actuator https://www.progressiveautomations.com/collections/linear-actuators breaks it down nicely