Flange Mounted Friction Brakes For Stopping and Holding
Function: Stopping, Holding (Cycling Applications)
Drive Arrangement: Machine Frame or Bracket to Shaft
Operation
- Air pressure compresses drive and friction discs to produce torque.
- Torque is linear in response to the air pressure applied.
- Release springs provide positive disengagement when air is exhausted.
Mounting
- The brake flange bolts to a machine frame or other fixture, the shaft inserts into the bore and is fixed with a customer supplied key.
- Can also be mounted mid-shaft with the flange connected to a bracket.
- Air engaged friction brakes are designed for horizontal mounting. If vertical mounting is required, consult engineering.
Applications
- Air engaged friction brakes are suitable for stopping, holding and cycling applications.
- Maximum RPM varies by model and is listed on the PDF detail sheet (see table below). Consult engineering if the intended application exceeds the listed maximum RPM.
Design Features
- Air engaged brakes are made-to-order with any bore size up to the maximum shown for easy installation.
- Drilled and slotted flange allows for variable installation arrangements.
- Low coefficient friction lining versions are available for applications requiring slip or a narrower torque range. Contact engineering for details.