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[RACO Actuator Knowledge Base](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base?hsLang=en-us) 2. [General](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/general?hsLang=en-us) # RACO Electric Actuator Types ## TYPES OF RACO electric actuators ![](https://info.racointernational.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-Jan-27-2026-04-22-35-7328-PM.png?width=653&height=362&name=image-png-Jan-27-2026-04-22-35-7328-PM.png) ### **Features of the series:** All our electric actuators are industrial versions for the highest demands. - **Type 1:**  The high-performance MA series of RACO electric actuators can be used in all branches of industry, including heavy industry and under adverse environmental conditions. Special corrosion protection packages cover a wide range of applications.  Sizes 4 to 8 are also available with ATEX explosion proof certification. - **Type 6:** The COMPACT electric actuators have been specially developed for indoor applications in industry, with the smallest possible dimensions. The features are limited in terms of environmental conditions. Medium dust and moisture loads are typical. #### CONSTRUCTION Designs of RACO actuators ![](https://raco.de/fileadmin/_processed_/7/f/csm_Bauformen_e361366858.png)   Different designs can be selected depending on the space available in the customer's design: - Design A: straight design without gearbox - Design M: straight design with spur or planetary gearbox - Design T, R: angular gearbox design (worm or bevel gearbox) - Design C: Parallel design with belt housing and HDT toothed belt - Design P: Parallel design with flat gearbox - Design N: Parallel design with belt housing and HDT toothed belt and spur gearbox - [FAQs](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#main-content) - [Plant Construction (Hydromechanical Equipment / Lock & Dam)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#plant-construction-hydromechanical-equipment-lock-dam) - [Buildings (Movable Bridges, Locks, Wedges)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#buildings-movable-bridges-locks-wedges) - [Automotive (Hexapod, 6-axis machines, Sheet Metal Press Machinery)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#automotive-hexapod-6-axis-machines-sheet-metal-press-machinery) - [Material Handling (Bulk Handling / Coal Conveyor, Diverters, Snow Plows)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#material-handling-bulk-handling-coal-conveyor-diverters-snow-plows) - [Energy (Power Plants, Renewable Energy Control)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#energy-power-plants-renewable-energy-control) - [Food (Processing Plant Conveyors, Steering Actuators)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#food-processing-plant-conveyors-steering-actuators) - [Iron & Steel (Cold Rolling Mills, Tube Mills, Shear Applications)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#iron-steel-cold-rolling-mills-tube-mills-shear-applications) - [Cranes & Lifters (Lifting, Storm Pins, Grabbers)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#cranes-lifters-lifting-storm-pins-grabbers) - [Transportation (Rail, Heavy Equipment)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#transportation-rail-heavy-equipment) - [Machinery (Industrial, Material Positioning)](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/faqs?hsLang=en-us#machinery-industrial-material-positioning) - [General](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/general?hsLang=en-us) - [Compact Engineering Charts](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/compact-engineering-charts?hsLang=en-us) - [MA Engineering Charts](https://info.racointernational.com/en-us/knowledge-base/ma-engineering-charts?hsLang=en-us) [![RACO International L.P.](https://info.racointernational.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RACO-2.png?width=240&height=240&name=RACO-2.png "RACO International L.P.")](http://racointernational.com) 3350 Industrial Blvd | Bethel Park | PA | 15102 [mailto:raco@racointernational.com](mailto:raco@racointernational.com) Copyright © 2025, RACO International L.P.