Warner Electric custom X-Small brakes have small footprint

Christophe Cordier, Warner Electric Product Manager for X-Small Brakes, explains: "Having identified that our customers were experiencing a growing need for brake products that would fit within a limited footprint, we conducted market research into the existing solution. We found that while the permanent magnet solutions that were available were effective, they were also heavier and more expensive for end-users than the design that we were proposing. Having subjected our X-Small brake range to extensive testing prior to launch, we are able to confidently state that our products offer the same static torque capacity, are lighter than the competition and also more cost competitive."

Warner Electric's X-Small brakes are designed primarily for engaged / disengaged holding applications - such as seat adjustment on an aeroplane - though they can provide a low cycle rate stopping action in emergency situations. As they are electrically released they will remain reliably engaged in the event of a power failure, which makes them suited to applications where the integrity of the holding force is imperative.

The range consists of six standard sizes which range from 22mm to 33.5mm diameter (30-100g) and offer up to 50Ncm of static torque. However, Warner Electric believes that every application should be approached with the intention of finding the most functional and efficient product. Therefore it customises a bespoke adaptor flange for each customer to ensure correct mounting every time.

Please visit www.warnerelectric-eu.com for further details about Warner Electric's X-Small brakes.