Everything you need to know about the selection, function, and areas of application of brake motors.
What is the key advantage of a brake motor from ATEK Drive Solutions?
The main advantage lies in our system competence. ATEK not only provides brake motors but also complete drive solutions including Gear Boxes and servo motors. You benefit from decades of experience, a modular system for variety of options and fast delivery times as well as the ability to realize custom special solutions even in small series.
For which industrial applications are ATEK brake motors particularly suitable?
ATEK brake motors are excellently suited for demanding applications where precise stopping and holding are required. These include machine and plant construction, the packaging industry, machine tools, logistics and storage, conveyor technology, as well as stage and theater technology, where quiet brakes are needed.
How do I choose the right brake motor for my specific application?
The selection of the right brake motor depends on factors such as required braking torque, power, speed, design, and environmental conditions . Our experts at ATEK Drive Solutions will advise you comprehensively to configure the optimal drive solution for your needs, using our online product configurator as well.
Can ATEK brake motors be operated with frequency converters, and what should be considered?
Yes, many of our brake motors are suitable for operation with frequency converters. This allows for very precise control of speed and braking operations. It’s often important to have a external control of the brake and a careful coordination of parameters between motor, brake, and converter to ensure optimal performance and safety.
What role does energy efficiency play in brake motors, and what does ATEK offer in this area?
Energy efficiency is an important factor for the reduction of operating costs and for meeting sustainability goals. ATEK offers brake motors in various energy efficiency classes (e.g., IE3, IE4). A higher efficiency class can, for example, significantly reduce energy costs, as shown in the article example with savings in double-digit euro amounts per year by switching from IE2 to IE3.
Does ATEK Drive Solutions also offer custom brake motor solutions?
Yes, one of our core competencies is the development of custom special solutions. This ranges from adaptations of standard motors to complete new developments, even for small series. Examples include stainless steel brake motors for the food industry or special designs for tight installation spaces.
How do spring-loaded brakes ensure safety in brake motors?
Spring-loaded brakes operate based on the fail-safe principle. This means that the braking force is generated by spring packages when the motor is switched off—such as during a power outage. The brake is electromagnetically released when voltage is applied. This ensures a safe hold of the load in every situation.
What does “system provider” mean in the context of ATEK brake motors?
As a system provider, ATEK Drive Solutions covers the entire industrial drive train . This means we offer you not only individual components such as brake motors but also integrated solutions of Gear Boxes, brakes, and servo motors. This simplifies design, procurement, and commissioning and ensures that all components are optimally coordinated .
Brake motors are crucial for precision and safety in industrial applications; they enable exact positioning and secure holding of loads, which can, for example, reduce the scrap rate by up to 5%. .
The correct selection of a brake motor, based on power, braking torque, and energy efficiency (e.g., IE3/IE4), is essential for long-lasting and economical operation and can significantly reduce energy costs as well as increase the service life of systems by up to 20%..
ATEK Drive Solutions offers as a system provider not only standard brake motors but also highly customized drive solutions and comprehensive consulting to ensure the optimal integration into your specific application.Learn how brake motors make your systems safer and more efficient. Discover the advantages, areas of application, and the perfect solution for your individual requirements.
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Introduction to brake motors
What are Brake motors?
Brake motors electrical motors with integrated mechanical brakes for precise positioning. For example, in packaging machines, they ensure that films are cut precisely, which can reduce the scrap rate by up to 5%. The core function is the secure holding and slowing down of loads, an important aspect of modern drive technology.
Typical application areas
These drives with brakes are used in various ways. For example, in logistics, motors with brakes secure load handling devices moving loads of several tons, thus preventing accidents and damage. Their versatility allows for suitable solutions for safe, controlled processes. Ihre Vielseitigkeit ermöglicht passende Lösungen für sichere, kontrollierte Prozesse. Typical fields of application include:
- Tool and packaging machines
- Lifting devices and crane technology
- Conveyor and logistics systems
- Stage technology (quiet variants)
- Robotics and automation
Functionality and technology of brake motors
How does a brake motor?
operate? When the motor with brake is switched off, the brake mechanically engages and stops the shaft. For example, in the case of an emergency stop signal in a production line, this process must occur in milliseconds to ensure safety. The basic principle, technically precisely executed as in ATEK solutions, ensures precision and reliability.
Electromagnetic brakes and spring-loaded brakes
The spring-loaded brake, a common type of electromagnetic brake for a stop motor, generates braking force through springs when there is no voltage (fail-safe principle). For example, an elevator remains safely halted even during a power outage because the spring-loaded brake holds the cabin. This construction is safe because the braking effect occurs without external energy; voltage releases the brake. ATEK relies on such proven systems for maximum operational safety.
Motor brake (electromotive brake)
In electrical braking, the motor acts as a generator; motion energy is converted into electrical energy and can be fed back into the grid. For example, modern servo amplifiers use this feature to efficiently manage the braking energy, reducing overall energy consumption by up to 10%. This type of brake is largely wear-free and often complements mechanical holding brakes for dynamic braking actions of a brake drive.Types and designs of brake motors
AC-Brake motors (three-phase and single-phase motors)
Three-phase asynchronous motors with integrated brakes dominate industrially; they are robust and available in many power categories. For example, a medium-sized machine manufacturer needs for its standard machine series drives with brakes from 0.37 kW to 7.5 kW, all of which use the same control logic for the brake. Standardization on AC technology, as offered by ATEK Drive Solutions, simplifies integration and maintenance. Single-phase variants of these braked motors are more likely found in smaller applications.
- Three-phase asynchronous motors with integrated brakes dominate industrially.
- AC technology standardization simplifies integration and maintenance.
- Decisive designs (e.g., B3, B5, B14) for optimal integration of Brake motors.
- ATEK’s modular system supports the choice of the correct design for your motor with brake.
- special designs for specific environments, such as stainless steel motors for the food industry.
- ATEK offers custom adaptations, even for small series in brake drives.
Designs and assembly
The design (e.g., B3 foot, B5 flange, B14 small flange) is crucial for optimal integration. For example, a gearbox manufacturer often requires B14holding motors, to form a compact unit, reducing space requirements by 15%. The right design choice, supported by ATEK’s modular system, facilitates assembly and can improve stability. We offer you a large selection of spur Gear Boxes with brake motor.
special designs
For specific environments or requirements, ATEK develops special solutions. For example, in the food industry, stainless steel in hygienic design is often required to meet cleaning requirements and prevent corrosion. Edelstahl-brake motor im Hygienic Design oft Vorschrift, um Reinigungsanforderungen zu erfüllen und Korrosion zu vermeiden. Custom adjustments, even in small series, are a strength of ATEK as a system provider for load handling devices moving loads of several tons, thus preventing accidents and damage..Selection criteria and specifications
Important performance data: power, speed, and braking torque for your brake motor
An insufficient braking torque can cause overheating. The selection includes power (kW), speed (rpm), and the critical braking torque (Nm). For example, a hoist motor with 2.2 kW of power may require a braking torque of 40 Nm to safely hold and dynamically slow down the load. motor with brake Überhitzung verursachen. Die Auswahl umfasst Leistung (kW), Drehzahl (U/min) und das kritische Bremsmoment (Nm). For example, ein Hebezeugmotor mit 2,2 kW Leistung benötigt möglicherweise ein Bremsmoment von 40 Nm, um die Last sicher zu halten und dynamisch abzubremsen. Careful design of these parameters is the basis for long-lasting, safe operation of the brake drive.
Efficiency and protection: energy efficiency class and protection type
Energy efficiency class (e.g., IE3, IE4) and protection type (e.g., IP55) are important criteria when selecting a braked motor. For example, switching from IE2 to IE3 can save energy costs in double-digit euro amounts per year for a motor running 4,000 hours a year. Considering the lifecycle costs is advisable, not just the purchase price. For explosive areas, an ATEX brake motor is required.
Further specifications: brake voltage and additional options for stop motors
Options such as manual venting or integrated sensors for precise position feedback enhance the benefits. For example, a standstill heater prevents condensation in motors used in cold environments with fluctuating temperatures, thus prolonging their lifespan. Details such as suitable brake voltage (e.g., 24V DC, 230V AC) are important for the optimal system integration of your brake motor are relevant.Manufacturers and suppliers of brake motors
Finding the right partner for Brake motors what to pay attention to?
The supplier selection for a brake motor extends beyond the product; a partner should understand your application and provide technical advice. For example, ATEK Drive Solutions GmbH offers not only components but also develops complete drive solutions, including gear boxes and servomotors, which simplifies system coordination. Experience, delivery capability (ATEK: approx. 500,000 individual parts in stock), and willingness to adapt are important criteria when choosing a supplier for load handling devices moving loads of several tons, thus preventing accidents and damage..
- The choice of partners should consider application understanding and technical support for your brake drive system.
- ATEK Drive Solutions GmbH develops complete drive solutions, not just components for braked motors.
- Important criteria for supplier selection are experience, delivery capacity, and adaptability.
- ATEK’s large inventory (approx. 500,000 individual parts) ensures high delivery capability even with Brake motors.
- System expertise, such as ATEK’s combination of gear box, brake, and servomotor know-how, is beneficial for integrated stop motors.
- Optimized drive units from a single source are a result of this system expertise.
Specialized providers and system expertise for Brake motors
Many companies (e.g., JS-Technik, SEVA-tec) specialize in drive technology. ATEK stands out for its system competence, especially in the area of drives with brakes. For example, we combine our decades of experience in gear box and brake construction with the latest servomotor technology. This combination allows for optimized drive units from a single source.Use of brake motors with frequency inverters
The synergy of brake motor and inverters utilized
The combination of a motor with brake with frequency inverters allows for sensitive control of speed and ramp. For example, in a palletizing system, the movement can be started and stopped gently, which reduces mechanical stress and increases lifetime by up to 20%. This synergy allows for precise operations and protects the machine mechanics.
External brake control and parameterization for the brake drive
In operation with frequency inverters, the brake of the brake motor often needs to be controlled separately so that it only releases when the motor builds torque. For example, the correct setting of the brake release time in the inverter prevents the load from falling back in lifting applications. Careful parameterization of the inverter and brake is crucial for the safety and efficiency of the system. The correct setting of the brake is critical here.
An optimally coordinated motor with brake increases safety, productivity, and precision. Proper selection and integration are crucial for the success of every braked motor. For the right drive solution, contact us for individual consultation.
