Brake Motor: What is it?

Do you work in the industrial sector? The brake motor is no longer a secret to you. This type of electric motor is generally used on machine tools, conveyors, and material handling equipment. It allows slowing down or stopping the rotation of a moving object. We will explore the different types of brake motors and the applications related to their installation.

Different types of brake motors.

DC Brake Motors (Direct Current).

The DC brake motor allows for braking and speed control. This type of motor has certain characteristics such as:

• An integrated electromagnetic brake that will slow down or stop the rotation of the motor shaft. Indeed, when activated, it creates a magnetic resistance opposing the shaft's rotation, which allows for a slowdown or a complete stop of the motor shaft.
• DC brake motors are reversible; they can reverse the rotation of the motor shaft.
• They withstand frequent braking cycles and are therefore very popular in the industrial sector.

The DC brake motor can use a rectifier bridge to convert an alternating current (AC) power source into direct current (DC). If the main power supply of your brake motor is AC but needs to be supplied with DC, then the rectifier bridge is mandatory.

A rectifier bridge is a device made of a diode bridge that converts alternating current to direct current. Power is supplied as alternating current at the input of the rectifier bridge. At its output, direct current is obtained because the rectifier bridge eliminates negative alternations.

AC Brake Motors (Alternating Current).

AC brake motors, unlike DC brake motors, are powered by alternating current.

Similar to DC brake motors, AC brake motors have an integrated electromagnetic brake that allows for slowing down or completely stopping the motor shaft.

AC brake motors are known for their robustness and resistance. They are generally suitable for repeated braking cycles.

AC brake motors are generally easier to install in systems when the general power supply is already AC.

AC brake motors are appreciated because they provide precise and fast braking. They are therefore suitable for many applications where braking precision is essential.

Brake Motor: What types of applications can they be installed in?

As previously mentioned, brake motors are generally used in the industrial sector. They allow precise braking and speed control. Here are some examples of industrial machines using brake motors:

• Machine tools: They generally use brake motors for precise stopping and correct positioning when machining parts.

• Conveyors: Brake motors are generally installed on conveyors to allow control of the movement of transported products and for inclined conveyors.

• Lifting equipment: For safe handling of heavy loads, some brake motors are installed on forklifts, overhead cranes, or cranes...

• Packaging and packing machines: Whether labelers, packing machines, or others, they generally use brake motors to achieve precise positioning and control the tension of packaging materials.

• Presses: Machines used for cutting, bending, and forming materials generally have brake motors for delicate braking.

• Industrial saws such as band saws or circular saws also have brake motors that allow precise control of cutting and speed.

• Automated production machines in various industries regularly use brake motors to maintain speed control, as well as stopping, and to coordinate the different production stages.

The electric motor with brake is used on many industrial machines. Its purpose is to improve the precision, efficiency, and safety of operations. Certain applications require very precise braking, especially when specific materials need to be handled and processed.

At Dymatec Industries, you will find your brake motors from size 56 to size 160 available in stock, for delivery within 24-48 hours.