Spring-applied brakes
Compact, lightweight, 30° arc brake is spring applied and electrically released for electromechanical applications.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- 5 in. long, 1.1 lb, and 90 lb-ft torque
- Four stationary inner disks with friction pucks and five rotating outer disks
- Defined arc of ±15° from null position
- Low drag when energized
SEPAC INC.
Elmira, N.Y.
(800) 331-3207
www.sepac.com
Circle 284
Magnetic particle brakes,clutches
High-capacity magnetic particle brakes and clutches assist payout and rewind tension control, load simulation for testing motors and actuators, torque limiting, and soft starts and stops.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Torque to 300 lb-ft
- Precise, smooth, silent slip torque
- Torque proportional to dc input current; independent of slip rpm
- Threaded port accepts compressed air for increased heat dissipation
PLACID INDUSTRIES INC.
Lake Placid, N.Y.
(518) 523-2422
www.placidindustries.com
Circle 285
Bolt-on brakes
Bolt-on brakes create brake motors for smaller frame assemblies.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Available for 17, 23, 34, and 42 frame sizes
- Spring set, clamp-collar for quick assembly
- Built-in shaft accepts gearboxes, pulleys, other parts
- Mounts to standard stepper and servo motors without custom components or engineering
INERTIA DYNAMICS INC.
Torrington, Conn.
(800) 800-6445
www.idicb.com
Circle 286
Linear brakes
Ortlinghaus brake is pneumatically released for linear drives and holds the present position securely and without backlash.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- 1,100 N maximum braking force (dry running)
- 5.5 bar minimum air pressure required
- Reduced holding torque with lower release pressure possible
- Dynamic braking for emergency stops in a modular design
ORTTECH
Solon, Ohio
(440) 498-7548
www.orttech.com
Circle 287
Smooth start clutches, brakes
SmoothStart Unimodules provide consistent, smooth starting and stopping through entire torque range, including 50% below their rated torque.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- MENA C-faced compatible
- Adjusts to wear; no maintenance required
- For use in full-torque cases with potential for sliding, tipping, misplacement, and damage
- Tailor to operator specs while running at peak capacity
WARNER ELECTRIC INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS
South Beloit, Ill.
(800) 888-4944
www.warnerelectric.com
Circle 288
Cam clutch
Morse brand KK clutches incorporate a compact clutch with built-in bearing support.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Used in backstopping, indexing, overrunning
- Oil and grease lubrication
- Cam clutch and metric ball bearing combination
- 10 series feature higher overrunning speeds, greater torque, and longer service life
EMERSON POWER TRANSMISSION
Maysville, Ky.
(606) 564-2084
www.emerson-ept.com
Circle 289
Pneumatic disconnect clutch
PDC Series pneumatic disconnect clutch is a ball-detent air-actuated device designed for accurate and dependable torque overload protection in mechanical power transmission equipment.
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Single position clutch with “in flight” torque control
- Safety designed clutch disengages 100% when air locked out
- Combined overload clutch and disconnect (on-off) clutch
- Dual ball bearing for high-load timing belt applications
- Sealed from environmental contamination and nickel-plated exterior
ALTRA INDUSTRIAL MOTION/BOSTON GEAR
Quincy, Mass.
(617) 328-3300
www.bostongear.com
Circle 105