Discover the advantages of ATEK flange brakes for your robot applications – powerful, reliable, and space-saving.
What is a compact flange brake and why is it important for robot axes?
A compact flange brake is a braking unit that is directly mounted on a motor or gearbox flange. It is essential for robot axes essential, as it enables precise positioning, secure holding of loads und emergency stop functions in the tightest spaces.
What specific advantages do ATEK flange brakes offer for robot applications? ?
ATEK flange brakes provide increased productivity through shorter cycle times (e.g., >8% increase), improved safety through reliable stops (e.g., braking distance <5 cm for cobots), higher precision (e.g., 3% reduction in scrap) and lower maintenance costs (up to 40% savings) through longevity.
How do spring pressure flange brakes ensure the safety in robot axes??
Spring pressure flange brakes operate based on the fail-safe principle. They are closed in the de-energized state, meaning that in the event of a power failure or emergency stop they automatically engage and securely hold the robot axis in position, which prevents uncontrolled movements..
Can flange brakes contribute to increasing the performance of robots?
Ja, compact flange brakes with high dynamic braking torques and fast switching times enable faster movement sequences und shorter cycle times. This leads to a increase in overall performance and productivity of the robotic system, such as reducing the cycle time by 0.5s per part.
For which types of robots are they suitable? compact flange brakes?
They are suitable for a wide range, including industrial robots (welding, assembly), collaborative robots (cobots) for safe human-robot collaboration, as well as for special applications in medical technology, logistics, and laboratory automation, where precision and compactness are required.
What should I consider when selecting the right flange brake for my robot axis? Important criteria are the
Wichtige Kriterien sind das required braking torque, the available construction size and weight, the operating and environmental conditions (temperature, IP protection) as well as necessary certifications and the expected lifespan. ATEK supports with the precise design..
Does ATEK also offer custom flange brakes for special robot applications?
Yes, ATEK Drive Solutions specializes in developing custom special solutions for flange brakes, even in small series. This allows for an optimal adaptation to specific requirements regarding space, performance, and functionality, thus achieving a 15% increase in performance .
How do compact flange brakes contribute to reducing operating costs? By their bei?
Durch ihre high reliability, und long lifespan (e.g., ATEK brakes >2 million cycles) they reduce maintenance effort and downtime. This leads to lower maintenance costs (up to 40% less) and a higher plant availability..
Compact flange brakes are indispensable for robot axes as they ensure critical precision,, reliable safety, und and optimal performance even in limited spaces.
By using ATEK flange brakes, companies can significantly reduce cycle times (e.g., by 0.5s, which corresponds to a productivity increase of over 8%) and lower maintenance costs by up to 40%, thanks to high durability and optimized design..
The right selection, including fail-safe mechanisms and options for dynamic control,, maximizes robot efficiency and operational safety; ATEK supports with standard and customized solutions for every robot axis..Learn how ATEK flange brakes optimize the performance of your robot axes and what advantages they offer over conventional braking solutions.
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Modern robotics requires precision in tight spaces. ATEK Drive Solutions offers compact flange brakes for robot axes, designed for precise positioning and secure holding, to optimize performance and safety.
Introduction to compact flange brakes for robot axes
Precise motion control is critical in robotics. A palletizer robot (2 m/s, millimeter accurate) requires a reliable brake. Compact flange brakes are precision tools, not just safety elements. More on this: Requirements of the robotics industry.
As up to 70% of the installation space in robot arms is occupied, ATEK developed a particularly small flange brake (Ø 60 mm, 8 Nm), ideal for such applications. Miniaturization without loss of performance is the focus of development for these braking solutions for robot axes. More on this: compact brake-gear motors..
A customer reduced the failure rates of overheating brakes by 90% through thermally optimized ATEK flange brakes for its robot axes.. Careful design and material selection ensure longevity. More on this: Safety brakes for servos.Utilize the mode of operation and designs specifically.
Mode of operation and designs of compact flange brakes
Compact brakes for robot arms with high power density use optimized friction systems. Sintered linings ensure constant friction values (-20°C to +120°C). Controlled friction results from material selection and precision manufacturing in these braking solutions. More on this: brakes specially developed for servo drives.
- Use of optimized friction systems to achieve high power density in compact designs.
- Use of sintered linings for a constant friction value over a wide temperature range.
- Importance of material selection and precision manufacturing for reliably controlled friction.
- Fail-safety through spring pressure brakes (“fail-safe” principle) for safety-critical applications.
- High lifespan and constant braking force with spring pressure brakes, even after millions of cycles.
- Possibility of high-dynamic controls through electromagnetically actuated flange brakes.
- Fast switching times with electromagnetic brakes to optimize cycle times.
Spring pressure brakes are fail-safe (>99.9% emergency stops). ATEK-SFB, such a safety brake for robot axes, delivers full braking force after 1.5 million cycles. Its “fail-safe” property is ideal for safety-critical robot axes. More on this: energy-efficient electromagnetic brakes.
- Advantages of spring pressure brakes:
- Safe in case of power failure
- High durability
- Constant braking torque
- Short switching times
Electromagnetic flange brakes for robot axes, for example, in pick-and-place applications, engage/release in 15 ms (cycle time -10%). Electromagnetic actuation enables high-dynamic control in these brake components. More on this: Flange-gear motors with brake.Benefit from advantages in robot applications.
Advantages of compact flange brakes in robot applications
An automotive supplier reduced with ATEK flange brakes for its robots cycle times by 0.5s/part (productivity increase >8%). Dynamic braking moments of these braking solutions enable faster, safer processes. More on this: distributed brake systems for automation.
Compact flange brakes for robot axes safely stop cobots (braking distance <5 cm with 10 kg arm load). Increased safety is a fundamental performance feature of these space-saving brakes. More on this: Brakes with encoder feedback.
play-free flange brakes for robots reduced scrap rates in electronics manufacturing by 3% (cost savings, quality increase). Exact positioning with these precision brakes for robot axes improves product quality. More on this: Servo-gear motors for robots.
Durability is the focus of development. ATEK brakes (>2 million cycles, tests verified) – especially our compact flange brakes for robot axes – reduce maintenance costs by up to 40%. Low maintenance effort and long lifespan lower operating costs.Unlock diverse application areas for flange brakes.
Application areas of compact flange brakes
Compact flange brakes are employed for precise, secure robot arms. In the automotive industry, they hold welding tongs (>50 kg) accurately (±0.2 mm precision). Industrial robots use these reliable braking solutions for their axes. More on this: Robotics in general.
- requires precise positioning and secure holding in industrial robots, e.g., in automotive manufacturing.
- Safety-critical applications in collaborative robots (cobots) according to standards such as ISO/TS 15066.
- Enabling innovative solutions in laboratory automation through miniature flange brakes.
- Application in medical technology for sensitive and shock-free movements.
- Applications in logistics where compact and reliable brakes are required.
- Reliable holding of heavy loads (e.g., welding tongs >50 kg) with high accuracy (±0.2 mm).
In the cobot market (>20% growth per year), safety is central. ATEK Flange brakes for cobot robot axes (ISO/TS 15066) absorb up to 200 J (stopping <100 ms). Certified brake components for safe collaborative robots are essential. More on this: our flange brakes.
A laboratory automation manufacturer achieved shock-free sample handling with a miniature flange brake (Ø 45 mm, 150g). Compact brakes, such as our flange brakes for robot axes, enable innovations in medical technology or logistics. More on this: Safety brakes for servo motors.Select the appropriate flange brake based on criteria.
Selection criteria for compact flange brakes
Correct brake torque determination is crucial when selecting a compact flange brake for robot axes. For articulated robots, payloads, inertia, and accelerations (up to 10 m/s²) are considered. Precise design saves costs and space during the integration of these brake components. More on this: Brakes for servo drives.
Weight reduction is important for fast robot axes. Lightweight ATEK flange brakes (<200g, up to 2 Nm) – often referred to as compact brakes for robot axes improve dynamics by up to 5% (aluminum alloys, optimized magnetic circuits). Minimal size/weight with maximum performance is the development goal for these brake solutions. More on this: compact brake motors.
- Important selection factors:
- Required holding torque (Nm)
- Max allowable installation space (mm)
- Ambient temperature (°C) and IP protection rating
- Lifetime requirements (cycles)
- Necessary certifications (e.g., SIL, PL)
For three-shift operation at fluctuating temperatures, stainless steel brakes (IP69K) are suitable, a robust variant of flange brakes for robot axes. Designed for 0-60°C and aggressive cleaning, they allow for >5 years of operational life. Adaptation to conditions and standards ensures plant operation, especially in demanding robot applications. More on this: energy-efficient brake solutions.Shape the future with innovative brake technology.
Conclusion and outlook
Future robot brakes, in particular, compact flange brakes for robot axes, will become smarter. In development: sensors for wear monitoring and proactive maintenance (downtime reduction of up to 20%). Goal: smart, predictive braking systems for Industry 4.0 that further enhance the efficiency of robot axes. More on this: Brakes with integrated feedback.
- Trend towards smarter braking systems with integrated sensor technology.
- Focus on wear monitoring and proactive maintenance strategies to reduce downtime.
- Development of smart, predictive brakes in the context of Industry 4.0.
- Provision of standard and customized special solutions for performance optimization.
- Continuous R&D investments for increasing performance density and energy efficiency.
- Importance of innovation for the further development of robotic applications.
- ATEK’s commitment to precision in the smallest space through experience and innovation.
For a robot axis (installation space 50x50x30 mm, high dynamics), a customized flange brake improved performance by 15%. ATEK Drive Solutions offers standard and special solutions for flange brakes to meet the specific requirements of robot axes. More on this: Gear Motors with brake.
R&D investments (10% of sales) are fundamental for the further development of compact flange brakes for robot axes. Goal: to increase performance density by 10% in three years, improve energy efficiency. Innovation drives the development of improved robotic applications where precise brake solutions are essential. More on this: Systems for multi-axis applications.
Compact flange brakes for robot axes are critical for performance and safety of modern robots. ATEK combines experience with innovation for precision in the smallest space, especially in the development of these essential braking components for robots. We are available for individual consultation.
