Servo motor energy storage brake
A servo brake is critical in servo systems, particularly in applications where precision and safety are paramount. The brake engages when the servo motor stops or loses power, ensuring the motor’s rotating ceases movement promptly. This is achieved through an electromechanical process where an electric signal activates the brake.
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6 FAQs about [Servo motor energy storage brake]
What are servo motor brakes?
Servo motor brakes are designed for holding only. If any of these brakes are applied while the motor and the mechanical load have too much stored mechanical energy, the brakes can shear and cause irreparable damage to the brake; and when the brake is compromised, the load can slip.
Do servo motor brakes work in power-off situations?
The servo motor brake’s ability to maintain the position of the shaft even in power-off scenarios is invaluable in these settings. KEB offers power-off spring-set motor brakes designed specifically for various servo motors, including DC motors and AC motors, in applications requiring fail-safe braking.
Do servo motors need power-off spring-set brakes?
KEB offers power-off spring-set motor brakes designed specifically for various servo motors, including DC motors and AC motors, in applications requiring fail-safe braking. These brakes ensure servo systems’ precise control and safety, particularly in high-stakes environments.
What are matrix servo motor brakes?
Matrix, a leader in advanced servo motor braking solutions, has designed a range of standard spring-applied brakes, specific to servo motor applications. Matrix SMB brakes are available in a range of sizes compatible with most common servo motor frame sizes.
Why should servo motor brakes be integrated?
Integrating servo motor brakes in servo systems enhances both the safety and precision of these systems. These brakes play a pivotal role in ensuring that the motors rotating come to a halt in a controlled manner, whether due to a command from the control circuit or due to a power failure.
What is a holding brake on a Kinetix servo motor?
Holding brakes are a factory-only option for Kinetix servo motors. The holding brake is a separate mechanism located on the back of the motor and designed to hold the motor shaft stationary while the drive is disabled. The maximum torque that the holding brake can hold is called the holding torque.