Force Control Industries (Fairfield, OH) announced the MagnaShear motor brake, which uses oil shear technology to transmit torque between lubricated surfaces and prevent heat build-up that occurs with dry brakes, a major source of conveyor fires.
Features:
- Fluid recirculation system that dissipates
- Impervious to moisture, dirt and dust
- Eliminates wear on friction surfaces
- Ideal for applications where motor is reversed each cycle
- Provides smooth “cushioned” stop
- Spring set torque ratings from 3 to 1250 foot-pounds are available
- “Quick mount” features for drive motors in NEMA frame sizes 56 to 449
- Shipped ready to install, with no assembly or adjustments required
- Available pre-mounted on motor
- Can be furnished to fit NEMA or IEC frame motor, as complete motor and brake assembly, or to mount on machine frame or other special mounting configuration
- Yotally enclosed from outside contaminants
- Modular design/assembly