Choosing the right brake for your motor depends on several things. One factor is the motor type: is it AC, or DC? It's important to know which type of motor is best for your project and how to tell them apart. Do you know the differences between AC vs. DC motor systems? Click here for a [...]
The fastest way to overcome inertia and pull something to a stop is to run it in the opposite direction. It's a simple enough principle, rather than bleed speed from a moving object you directly oppose the speed it has. While simple in principle, in an application such types of braking would create enormous mechanical [...]
Is safety a top priority in your workplace? Training employees on the right way to handle machinery is crucial for safety, but making sure that all of your machinery is up to date and has the latest safety equipment is even more important. Having a reliable and safe braking system is important for anyone that [...]
Stop right there! Or better yet, gradually stop from here to there. The choice is yours with electronic braking! There are quite a few AC motor braking methods each with its own approach to braking. Did you know that AC motor braking happens all without friction? Yes, it is an electric current that is responsible [...]
Everyone has been there. You're sitting in your car when you start to think "how does the motor work?" But there are many types of motors, not just the ones found in cars. Small motors, such as induction motors, can power all sorts of things from household appliances to industrial equipment. But what is an [...]
It's a poor idea to build a motor without considering how to stop it. Fortunately, the arms race of braking and motion have sprung up alongside each other. In the case of electronic motors, electronic motor brakes developed along three styles. Each approach benefits an array of applications and delivers better results than a single [...]
When it comes to braking units, knowing which one is the correct one for your needs could mean a job that moves smoothly and a job that doesn't end up well at all. You've done the research and you've narrowed it down to two choices: DC injection braking and dynamic braking. Both of these braking [...]
Knowing how and when to service an electric brake motor can be more challenging than it might seem at first glance. After all, there's more than one type of electric motor brake, for starters. There are DC motor brakes, for instance, but there are also AC motor brakes and dynamic motor brakes as well. Each [...]
As you work on a project, you may find your load moving more quickly than your motor's designated speed. What now? In this situation, the motor functions like a generator, using mechanical energy to product electrical energy. However, the electrical energy has to go somewhere. And that's where dynamic braking comes in. Here's a rundown [...]
The most vital moment when dealing with any major machine is bringing it to a clear and safe stop. When your machines need a moment to stop, either in an emergency or to shift loads, those high-speed motors need a reliable and potent force to prevent some sudden damage. One of the biggest types of [...]
