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Need some advice on creating a waterproof container that allows for a sliding stainless steel rod (sh.itjust.works)
submitted 7 months ago by Ynrielle@sh.itjust.works to c/engineering@sh.itjust.works
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Hello lemgineers!

I'm working on designing a claw that can be operated underwater. The plan is to use a linear actuator in a waterproof housing. The main issue is allowing the shaft to slide through without causing a leak. What's the best way to go about this?

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[-] Ynrielle@sh.itjust.works 2 points 1 month ago

We actually did start out with an accordion/bellows design, but found that the flexibility of the material alone was more than sufficient to handle the required distance of travel on the actuator piston!

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