Linear motor with differently shaped abutment portions

The power field of a linear motor should be able to be better adapted to specific applications. For this purpose, it is provided that the secondary part (2) in direction of travel (15) of the primary part (1) at least into a first (3) and a second portion (4) is divided. The secondary part (2) is in the first section (3) relative to the second portion (4) differently shaped and / or formed of a different material. This results in different speeds of the primary part (1) of the travel can be realized regardless of the primary part control. If necessary, short-circuit windings can be inserted, so that this secondary part portion is for passive brake in a secondary part section.