Smooth controllable torque, torque repeatability and torque independent of speed make the MAGPOWR Global Series Magnetic Particle Brakes suitable for many power transmission and tensioning applications. The Global brake line represents state-of-the-art magnetic particle technology. The latest materials and components, modern CNC manufacturing techniques and a sleek design make these brakes the first choice of engineers designing OEM or retrofit equipment.
Long life is assured by polished seal surfaces, high temperature materials and rugged construction. This new line features compact size with through bores and all machined housings for ease of mounting. This is truly a Global product with the M (Metric) series having full metric bores and keyways, as well as metric mounting hardware and setscrews. Metric dimensioning is provided to support international design requirements. This is the brake line for the Global marketplace. Our application engineers are standing by to help you select the brake that best fits your application.
Key Features:
Torque independent of speed
Smooth control of torque
Float mounted on shaft
Low cost
Foot Mounted Magnetic Particle Brake
When you require a foot mounted brake, MAGPOWR makes it easy by providing a simple locking bracket to turn their clutch models into brakes. All foot mounted clutches can be converted into foot mounted brakes. The model numbers for factory converted units are listed below. The locking bracket may also be installed on-site.
Foot Mounted Clutch/SPAN>
Locking Bracket
Foot Mounted Brake
C-1
LB-1
C-1B
C-3
LB-3
C-3B
C-10
LB-10
C-10B
C-50
LB-50
C-50B
C-100
LB-100
C-100B
"B" Series Magnetic Particle Brakes
Easy Installation. Silent. Long Lasting Performance. If that is what you are looking for in a brake for your process line, then MAGPOWR B Series Shaft Mounted Magnetic Particle Brake is for you. It's easy to install, made of rugged cast iron for long life and has minimal moving parts so you can mount the brake, and it starts performing immediately. The magnetic particle brake is a very simple, durable device. The magnetic particles are located inside the brake between the O.D. of the rotor and the I.D. of the drive cylinder. With no current in the coil of this device, the particles are free to lie loosely between the rotor and the drive cylinder. When current is applied to the coil, it sets up a magnetic field in the stator. The magnetic particles line up with the magnetic field and couple the rotor to the drive cylinder. As the current is increased, the magnetic field increases and the coupling increases. This coupling, or torque capacity, is proportional to the amount of current in the coil.
The magnetic particle brake is unique in that it acts like a torque valve, allowing any amount of torque to be passed to the load. Long life, smooth starts, and silent operation make it perfect for cycling and overload applications. Offered in a variety of mounting styles in both clutch and brake configuration, you can be assured of finding the proper unit for your machine.
Key Features:
Torque is proportional to current
Torque is independent of speed
Easy control adjustable while running
Torque is repeatable
Self contained with shaft, bores and bearings
Smooth stops and starts
Silent operation
Products Available:
B-5 Magnetic Particle Brake 5 lb-ft, 6.7(Nm
B-25 Magnetic Particle Brake 25 lb-ft, 33.75 (Nm)
B-50 Magnetic Particle Brake 50 lb-ft, 68.0 (Nm)
SOFSTEP® Magnetic Particle Brakes
When you need precise torque and tension control, use the original SOFSTEP® brakes with MAGPOWR controls. As the industry leader in tension technology, MAGPOWR is the original SOFSTEP provider. SOFSTEP brakes are available in a variety of sizes with torque ratings from 2 to 240 lb-in. They provide smooth controllable torque for power transmission and tension applications.
You'll experience exceptional control with the SOFSTEP brakes. Torque is independent of slip speed and directly proportional to input current. There is also no shock or torque spikes during engagement, so you'll have controlled acceleration of every load.
Key Features:
No maintenance - nothing to monitor or adjust
Quiet operation - no slap or squeaks
Energy efficient
Adaptable (mounted horizontally or vertically)
Compact design – high torque to size ratio
Soft starts and stops
B-7V and B-20V Vertical Magnetic Particle Brakes
Is the axis of your shaft something other than horizontal? The MAGPOWR's B-7V & B-20V Vertical Magnetic Particle brakes will help you achieve smooth, repeatable torque that is proportional to current. These brakes are easy to install, made of rugged cast iron for long life and have minimal moving parts so you can mount the brake, and it starts performing immediately. They operate with the axis vertical, horizontal, or at any angle you require. Instead of the cylindrical design of other magnetic particle brakes, these units have a disk shaped rotor. The space between the rotor and the two sides is filled with the magnetic particles so the unit can be operated in any orientation. Applications can include tensioning of film rolls on vertical shafts, packaging machines and machine tools.
