At LINAK®, we currently supply actuators with two different CAN bus software versions - v1.x or v3.x.
Determine the actuator version with the LINAK BusLink software
Connect the actuator to the BusLink software to verify the correct software version. When the actuator is connected you can find the ‘Connection Information’ tab. In the example below, the LA36 CAN bus actuator has version 3.0.
For further information, please see the BusLink service interface chapter in the CAN bus user manual.
What is the difference between version 1.x and version 3.x?
On CAN bus v3.0, we have introduced several new functionalities - such as hardware addressing, dynamic speed adjustment, soft start/stop commands and increased compatibility (125 kbps, 250 kbps, 500 kbps and Autobaud).
Please note that the soft start/stop now needs to be defined in the CAN bus command (in version 3.x). If left at 0, it will result in no ramping. If set to 251 it will use the actuator’s predefined factory settings. Any number in between will set the ramping time.
For further information, please see the Communication chapter in the CAN bus user manual.
BusLink quick guide
Find a guide on how to use the BusLink programme for your actuator by clicking the BusLink icon.

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