Zero backlash brake for indexing, positioning systems

Nexen Group's Model I-300 is a spring engaged, air released, power-off brake designed to provide high torque for backlash-free holding and emergency stopping on indexers and positioning systems.

By Nexen Group, Inc. October 23, 2016

Nexen Group’s Model I-300 is a spring engaged, air released, power-off brake designed to provide high torque for backlash-free holding and emergency stopping on indexers and positioning systems. The I-300’s brake connects to the shaft with tapered, keyless locking devices. It is normally engaged until air pressure is applied to release it. The braking element is designed to lock and hold the shaft in position without any displacement upon engagement or reversing of the load. Features include a dynamic torque of 5300 in-lbs. (600 Nm) and an engagement response time of 85 ms. It also has horizontal or vertical mounting and flange mounts to the machine frame. It also mounts to a bearing supported shaft.

Nexen Group, Inc. 

www.nexengroup.com 

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