The MT-161 thruster's compact size, long stroke and lightweight armature make it well suited for all types of modal testing. The thruster has a compression collett and features a central throughhole suitable for modal stinger and pre-tensioned wire testing applications. The standard shaker trunnion allows the shaker to be operated in any axis from vertical to horizontal. The trunnion base also facilitates bolting the shaker in place for rigid applications or the use of adjustable mounting feet.

Reliability is assured through the use of the latest composite materials in the unique, all flexure, armature suspension design. The design provides for low axial stiffness while retaining high lateral stiffness and has no rolling or sliding components to wear out and/or produce unwanted harmonics or distortion. When combined with the correct Labworks linear power amplifier, the system is unmatched for reliability, performance and cost.