FAQ – ELEKTROKOMPONENTER SWEDEN AB
About the company
1. When was Elektrokomponenter Sweden AB founded?
The company was founded on February 5, 1980.
2. How much experience does the company have in electrical components?
Elektrokomponenten has over 45 years of experience.
3. What types of clients do you work with?
Both small and large companies within Europe.
4. In which countries are your customers located?
Including Sweden, Finland, Poland and the Netherlands.
5. What is your main area of focus?
Solenoids, electromagnets and customized solutions.
Solenoids – Function, Technology & Range
6. What is a solenoid?
An electromechanical component that converts electrical energy into linear motion via a magnetic field.
7. What types of solenoids do you offer?
Linear solenoids, självhållande solenoider, industriella solenoider, round solenoids, rotating solenoids, impact solenoids, tube solenoids, high-strength solenoids and magnetic coils.
8. What is a linear solenoid?
A solenoid that provides fast linear force in pulling, pushing or combined movements.
9. What is a self-holding solenoid?
A solenoid that uses a permanent magnet to maintain its active position without continuous current.
10. Are solenoids available for both AC and DC operation?
Yes, several models are available in both variants.
11. Are solenoids available with IP ratings?
Yes — some models are IP rated for dust and moisture.
12. What technical documentation is available?
Datasheets, drawings and assembly instructions.
13. What applications are solenoids used in?
Locks, valves, automation, medical technology, vehicles and industrial systems.
Electromagnets – Function, Performance & Use
14. What is an electromagnet?
A component that creates a magnetic field when current is applied.
15. How is maximum holding power achieved?
By using the magnet against a flat surface that is the same size or larger than the magnet's holding surface.
16. What holding force can the electromagnets reach?
Up to approximately 1,000 N, depending on model.
17. Are there electromagnets that can operate without power?
Yes — some have permanent magnet function.
18. Are there accessories such as holding plates?
Yes.
19. What are electromagnets most often used for?
Door maintenance, security systems, automation and access control.
Customized Solutions
20. Do you offer customized solutions?
Yes — both solenoids and electromagnetic can be modified.
21. What can be customized?
Line length, assembly, piston couplings, push rods, materials and other specifications.
22. How does customization work?
With the support of the suppliers' engineers who can contribute to design, testing and production.
23. Can you develop completely new designs?
Yes — from idea to prototype and finished solution.
Catalog & Documentation
24. Is there a product catalog?
Yes — in PDF format.
25. What type of information does the catalog contain?
Technical data such as dimensions, power, holding force and drawings.
Kontakt & Support
26. How do I contact Elektrokomponenter?
By phone or email.
27. What is the company's phone number?
076-317 38 97
28. What email addresses are available?
info@elektrokomponenter.se
order@elektrokomponenter.se
invoice@elektrokomponenter.se
29. Where is the company located?
Cederströmsgatan 11, 302 38 Halmstad.
30. Do you offer technical support?
Yes.
Technical Details – In-Depth Questions
31. What voltage options are available for linear solenoids?
For example, 12 V, 24 V, 110 V and 230 V depending on the model.
32. What does stroke length mean?
The maximum linear movement the solenoid can perform.
33. Are there different mounting options?
Yes — e.g. end mounting, side mounting and screw mounting.
34. Can the cable length be customized?
Yes — cables can be supplied in custom lengths.
35. Can accessories such as return springs and push rods be customized?
Yes — several mechanical adaptations are possible.
36. What does IP rating mean for solenoids?
Level of protection against dust and water.
37. What materials are used in casings?
Metal casings are most common, some models have ABS casings.
38. How does IP rating affect lifespan?
Higher IP class provides better protection and longer operating life in exposed environments.
39. What holding force can electromagnets offer?
From approximately 12 kg and up depending on size and model.
40. Is there powerless holding power?
Yes — in models with permanent magnet.
41. What is the difference between unpowered and powered holding power?
Powerless holding force remains without power; power-carrying requires constant power.
42. What material requirements apply for optimal holding power?
A flat surface equal to or larger than the magnet's holding surface is recommended.
43. What radial force can some solenoids withstand?
Some reach up to about 1,000 kg of radial force.
44. Are there different connection connectors?
Yes — e.g. cables and spade connectors depending on model.
45. Which solenoids provide the most power per volume?
The high-strength models.
46. How to choose the right solenoid?
By starting from force, voltage, stroke length, IP class, mounting and cycle frequency.
47. Are there solenoids with fast response time?
Yes — door holding magnets are available as a product category.
48. Can electromagnets be used for security doors?
Yes — door holding magnets are available as a product category.
49. How is the power rating indicated in the catalog?
As power at different load cycles (e.g. 100%, 40%, 25%, 15%, 5%).
50. Can solenoids withstand varying temperatures?
Yes — temperature resistance is stated in the respective data sheet.
Fire & Security Door Holder
51. What is a security door holder?
52. Where are door holding magnets used?
Hospitals, schools, offices and public buildings.
53. Are there several models with different holding forces?
Yes.
Fire & Security Door Holder
54. What small engines do you offer?
We offer small engines such as DC motors, gear motors and vibration motors.
55. Common applications for small motors?
Automation, medical technology, electronics and small machines.
56. Can small engines be adapted?
Some models yes — e.g. axles and wiring.
Torque limiter
57. What is a torque limiter?
Torque limiter is a component that disconnects the drive when the torque is too high.
58. Where are torque limiters used?
Machines, drivelines and industrial systems.
59. What types of electrical components does Elektrokomponenten offer?
Friction-based and ball-coupling-based torque limiters from R+W.
Link heads
60. What is a link header?
One link head is a mechanical joint that enables rotation and tilting.
61. Where is the link head used?
Control systems, automation, linkages and mechanics.
62. Are the link heads available in different materials?
Yes — including steel and stainless steel.
Bench presses (mechanical pressing tools)
63. What is a bench press?
A bench press is a manual or semi-automatic press tool for punching, bending or assembly.
64. Where are bench presses used?
Assembly, metalworking, press fits.
65. What types are there?
Simple manual presses and more robust industrial presses.