Discover the advantages of the claw brake for your drive technology – from standard solutions to custom-made special designs.
What distinguishes industrial claw brakes from those used, for example, on bicycles?
Industrial claw brakes are designed for significantly higher forces, robustness, and specific industrial requirements , as found in machines and systems. They often utilize pneumatic, hydraulic, or electrical actuators, while bicycle brakes are usually mechanical and designed for lower loads.
What advantages do modular claw brake systems, like those used by ATEK Drive Solutions, offer?
Modular systems allow for a flexible combination of brake calipers, actuators, and pads. This leads to tailored solutions for specific applications, often with shorter delivery times and a high adaptability to different requirements, as ATEK supports through its extensive inventory of nearly 500,000 individual parts.
When is a passive, spring-operated claw brake the right choice, and when is an active one?
Passive, spring-operated claw brakes are ideal for safety applications (Fail-Safe), as they automatically clamp in the event of a power failure – a core aspect for protecting both people and machines. Active claw brakes, which require power to brake, are better suited for dynamic control processes and frequent brake cycles, where precise control is needed.
How can the correct selection of a claw brake increase the efficiency of my system?
The right claw brake can improve the positioning accuracy (e.g., by 15% in machine tools), leading to higher product quality and less scrap (e.g., a reduction of up to 5% in packaging lines) . Additionally, it optimizes cycle times and can extend maintenance intervals through appropriate design.
What role do sensors play in modern industrial claw brakes?
Sensors enable the monitoring of the brake state (open/closed) and the wear of the pads. This increases the system safety, allows for predictive maintenance and helps to minimize unplanned downtimes, which is especially important in automated processes.
ATEK Drive Solutions is known as a system provider. Does this also include custom claw brake solutions?
Yes, ATEK Drive Solutions specializes in the development of custom special solutions for claw brakes, even in small series. We adapt brakes to specific installation spaces, environmental conditions (e.g., for mining at -40°C) or performance requirements , based on our decades of experience.
How does the choice of brake pad affect the performance and maintenance of an industrial claw brake?
The correct brake pad is crucial for factors such as temperature resistance, service life, friction coefficient, and noise generation. An optimal selection, for example, sintered metal pads for high temperatures, can extend maintenance intervals by up to 30% and ensure the overall performance of the brake.
For which typical industrial applications are ATEK claw brakes suitable?
ATEK claw brakes are used in numerous industries, including machine and plant engineering, packaging industry, robotics and automation, wind power plants, stage technology, machine tool construction and many other areas that require reliable holding and operational brakes for precise and safe processes.
Industrial claw brakes are essential for safety and efficiency in various applications, with ATEK Drive Solutions as a system provider covering the entire drive chain – from gear boxes to brakes to servomotors.
The precise selection – whether passive, active, or modular claw brakes – and customization can increase the positioning accuracy by up to 15% und reduce scrap rates, for example, by up to 5%, which increases productivity.
ATEK Drive Solutions offers tailored claw brake solutions and expert consulting that can significantly shorten development times through modular systems and a large inventory , for example, by up to four weeks..Learn everything about claw brakes in industrial drive technology: operation, areas of application, advantages, and the tailored solutions of ATEK Drive Solutions.
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Claw brakes: Understanding industrial braking systems precisely and using them optimally.
Industrial braking systems contribute significantly to safety and efficiency in machines. The article explains criteria for selecting the right claw brake and methods for optimizing systems. ATEK Drive Solutions provides insights into industrial brake technology.
The precise deceleration of ton-heavy machines requires special industrial brakes, such as the claw brake. These often operate unnoticed but are system-relevant. For example, they secure loads over 50 tons in steel mills. This type of brake, especially the industrial claw brake, fundamentally differs from bicycle brakes in terms of robustness and specific design. Core functions and their significance are explained.
A typical brake system, such as the claw brake, consists of a brake caliper, actuator, and brake disc. Actuators can be pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, or spring-actuated. For example, a misalignment of 0.5 mm can reduce brake performance by 20%. Precise interaction of all components is crucial for braking force, reliability, and the service life of a claw brake.Industrial braking systems require careful planning.
The importance of these brakes, particularly of claw brakes, for modern drives is manifold. In packaging lines with continuous high-speed operation, quick stops by these brakes are essential. For example, precise stops can reduce scrap by up to 5%. Their ability to generate high forces in a small installation space is a key advantage of claw brakes. More information on different types of brakes is available.Select suitable claw brake variants for every industrial requirement purposefully.
In the event of power or compressed air failure, passive, spring-operated brakes ensure safety. Such brakes, often designed as claw brakes , as KTR offers up to 31 kN, automatically clamp securely. For example, in elevators, such fail-safe brakes are required. Active systems require energy for braking and are suitable for dynamic control processes.
- Passive, spring-operated claw brakes provide fail-safety in the event of power loss.
- Active claw brake systems enable dynamic control processes through power supply.
- Pneumatic claw brakes are characterized by fast response times.
- Each actuation type of a claw brake (e.g., pneumatic, hydraulic, spring-operated) has specific advantages regarding force and speed.
- Modular claw brake systems allow for a high degree of configuration diversity and adaptability.
- ATEK Drive Solutions utilizes modular systems for tailored claw brake solutions.
- The careful analysis of the application requirements is crucial for the choice of actuation type of the claw brake.
For a customer in the machinery sector who needed a solution for rapid test cycles, a pneumatic actuator claw brake was suitable. For example, these systems allow for response times under 50 milliseconds. Each actuation type of a claw brake has specific advantages regarding force, speed, and controllability. An analysis of these aspects is crucial for selection. Information on pneumatic brake solutions is also relevant.
Modular systems offer a high degree of configuration diversity. ATEK Drive Solutions utilizes such modular systems at claw brakes. For example, our modular system for claw brakes combines claw sizes, actuators, and pads. This modularity allows for tailored solutions and short delivery times, often within a few days. Details on suitable brake accessories is available.Recognize and maximize the strengths of claw brakes in key applications.
The application fields for claw brakes are broad, from wind power plants, where claw brakes secure massive rotors, to stage technology with millimeter-accurate positioning. For example, in robotics, compact claw brake-components ensure precise holding functions. The robustness and reliability of these industrial claw brakes prove themselves under demanding conditions.
A machine tool manufacturer improved spindle positioning accuracy by 15% with an ATEK claw brake , increasing part quality. For example, more precise positioning reduces rework and material loss. This precision, combined with high static holding forces, is a significant advantage of claw brakes. Information about industrial disc brakes is available.
An unexpected failure of a claw brake can have significant consequences. High-quality components of a claw brake are designed for millions of switching cycles. For example, brake discs made of stainless steel can extend the lifespan in corrosive environments. Regular maintenance and proper material selection for the claw brake and its components are essential for operational safety and minimized downtimes.Achieve optimal claw brake configuration through targeted selection and customization.
A customer from the food industry required a claw brake in hygienic design. Material selection and cleanability were as relevant as the braking torque of 500 Nm. For example, stainless steel versions are standard here. In addition to braking force, size, disc diameter, ambient temperature, and duty cycle are important selection criteria for the claw brake.
- Specific industry requirements for the claw brake such as hygienic design or explosion protection.
- The required braking torque and holding force for the clamping brake should be precisely defined.
- Installation space, permissible weight, and environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, corrosion) for the claw brake analyze.
- Select the optimal actuation type (pneumatic, hydraulic, electric, spring-operated) for the clamping brake.
- Materials for claw brake and brake disc should be chosen according to the application environment.
- Check the necessity of sensors for condition monitoring or wear indication of the claw brake test.
- Select the suitable brake pad for the clamping brake based on factors such as temperature resistance, lifespan, and noise generation.
Choosing the right brake pad for the claw brake can influence maintenance intervals by up to 30%. There are pads for high temperatures or quiet operation. For example, sintered metal pads offer high temperature resistance. Optional sensors for the condition of the clamping brake or pad wear increase system safety and maintenance predictability. Information on the correct Adjustment of disc brakes is useful.
- Define the required braking torque and holding force for the claw brake .
- Analyze installation space and environmental conditions for the clamping brake.
- Define the actuation type of the claw brake (pneumatic, hydraulic, etc.).
- Check the necessity of sensors and special designs for the clamping brake.
- Utilize consultation from experts.
For mining, we developed a special claw brake with double sealing against dust and moisture. It operates reliably even at -40°C. For example, modifications can include special oils or heating systems. ATEK Drive Solutions specializes in such custom special solutions for clamping brakes, even for small series.Successfully implement system solutions with ATEK clamping brakes for your drive technology.
Perfectly coordinated components such as the claw brake, gear boxes, and motor from a single source are advantageous. ATEK acts as a system provider with decades of experience and stocks nearly 500,000 individual parts. For example, we supply complete drive trains with servo motor and suitable clamping brake. This holistic approach reduces interfaces and contributes to optimal performance.
The product quality and price-performance ratio of the claw brakes from ATEK are appreciated by customers. In industrial use, they often achieve a lifespan of over 10 years. For example, optimized manufacturing and the modular system for clamping brakes enable competitive prices. ATEK combines proven technology with innovative approaches to increase efficiency. Information on fixed caliper brakes for heavy-duty applications. is available.
A machine builder was able to reduce development time by four weeks with the support of ATEK and a customized clamping brake solution. For example, online configurators and the rapid provision of prototypes can accelerate development processes. die Entwicklungszeit um vier Wochen verkürzen. For example, Online-Konfiguratoren und die schnelle Bereitstellung von Prototypen können Entwicklungsprozesse beschleunigen. The experts at ATEK provide comprehensive advice on the technically and economically optimal clamping brake solution. For inquiries about reinforced brake caliper we are available.
claw brakes are an important component of many industrial drive systems. Their versatility and precision contribute to safe, efficient processes. ATEK Drive Solutions assists in selecting the optimal clamping brake solution. For example, online configurators and the rapid provision of prototypes can accelerate development processes. and is available for detailed information or specific inquiries.
