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Hi guys,

I am quite curious about Chinese-based companies, and I know there are prejudice when it comes to products coming from them, but I would like to
know, from the perspective of who have experience using their products, how
did their products fare in the long run. My interest in robotics has just grown, and a friend recommended me to have this site, for starters, as a reference: http://www.powerjackmotion.com/product-category/linear-actuator/,
in case I would like to pursue building one in the future.

Looking forward to your inputs.

Thanks in advance!

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I should add that there is more than a little friction building up in that part of the world. China has expanded its territory by building up an artificial island in the China Sea, and is threatening to invade Taiwan.

So, if you are designing for a production of many items, and war breaks out, you may find that Chinese parts can't be obtained. So, there is some motivation to find alternative sources if possible.

But, if you are a hobbyist, the risk is a lot less. You may do well with the very cheap Chinese stuff.

-Joe

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