Brake

The brake output on connector X2 controls a mechanical brake that optionally may be fitted to a motor. The brake is applied and released relative to the Drive Active state of the drive. You can modify the release and apply delays using the parameters shown below.

The brake output on connector X9 controls a mechanical brake that optionally may be fitted to a motor. The brake is applied and released relative to the Drive Active state of the drive. You can modify the release and apply delays using the parameters shown below.

Button or Dialog Box

Description

Parameter

Brake ControlState

Sets whether the motor has a brake.

MOTOR.BRAKE

Time to Release

The time, set by the user, required to mechanically disengage the brake. After this time, motion commands are accepted.

MOTOR.TBRAKERLS

Time to Apply

The time, set by the user, required to mechanically engage the brake. After this time, the drive will disable.

MOTOR.TBRAKEAPP