Direct brake control (BP, BK)

If the system complies with the following specifications for direct brake control, a BK or BP brake (holding brake) can also be controlled directly via the brake output of an inverter.

Observe the following specifications for direct brake control:

  • Only use the approved brakes, see chapter Directly connected DC 24 V brakes.
  • Use only prefabricated brakemotor cables from SEW-EURODRIVE.
  • The brakemotor cable must be shorter than 25 m.
  • Connect the shielding of the brake cable to the power shield plate.