A L T R A I N D U S T R I A L M O T I O N

4 BZFM Brake
for Offshore and Marine Application,
flood- and seawater-proof
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Applications
• Holding and working brake variations for off shore and industrial applications where high protection
against harsh environment is essential
• Usable for windlasses, anchor winches, shipboard cranes, cargo winches, trawler winches

Main features

Coil body with coil Thermal class 155, nitrocarburated and postoxidated

Armature disc Special protection: nitrocarburated and postoxidated

Brake disc Special protection: nitrocarburated and postoxidated

Low wear rate with low torque fade over a high range of temperature.
Friction lining
High thermal capacity.

Flange To IEC standard

Cover Manufactured of gray cast, from size 400 of seawater protected aluminium

Pinion Nitrocarburated and postoxidated

Fixing screws All stainless steel

Flying leads 1,5 metre long, radial or axial

Seals For high protection

Optional extras
• Micro switch for monitoring switching states or wear detection
• Terminal box
• Standstill heater
• Preparation for speedometer installation

Switching modules
• Half wave or full wave
• Quick switching units
• Built in terminal box
• Attached for mounting into the motor terminal box

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Advantages
• Comprehensive torque range 63 – 11,000 Nm
• Operative without cover
• Type approvals: GL, LRS, ABS, DNV, BV, RR (on request)
• Simple assembly to motor, no dismantling of brake required
• Less wear
• Compatibility of consumable spares
• Simple maintenance, one time wear re-adjustment by reversing of the brake disc
• Proven reliable design
• Sealed inspection holes for air gap or lining wear
• Extremely low inertia
• High heat dissipation
• Free from axial loads when braking and running
• Suitable for vertical mounting, please consult Stromag Dessau GmbH
• Many optional extras available
• Facilities to design to customer’s special requirements
• Protection available up to IP 67
• ”Asbestos free” linings as standard

Voltages available
• Usual voltage: 24 V DC, 110 V DC, 190 V DC and 207 V DC, other voltages (e.g. 103 V DC) on request.
• Coils available to suit: AC – supplies with integral Half and Full wave rectification.
• We suggest the following alternative - Customer to take standard voltage with rectifier which
Stromag Dessau can provide.

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Designation of individual components

01

34

02
05
03

32
11
04

01) Coil body 11) Cover

02) Friction disc with friction lining 32) Armature disc
03) Brake disc 33) Coil
04) Flange 34) Compression spring
05) Pinion

Brake operation
The brake 4 BZFM is a spring-loaded electromagnetic double-face brake which brakes without current and is released
electromagnetically.
The brake is screwed to a motor or any other machine part by means of cyl. screws via the flange (04). The coil body (01)
contains a coil (33) which is potted with a synthetic resin compound in accordance with thermal class 155, (max. limit of
temperature 155°C).
If the coil (33) is not excited, the springs (34) press the armature disc (32) against the friction disc with friction lining (02),
which is firmly clamped between the torsion-protected armature disc (32) and the brake disc (03) and thus prevented from
rotating. The braking effect is transmitted from the geared friction disc with friction lining (02) via the pinion (05) and a fitting
key to the shaft. If the coil is connected to a direct voltage as specified on the nameplate, the magnetic force will draw the
armature disc (32) to the coil body (01) overcoming the spring pressure. The friction disc with friction lining (02) is released,
the braking effect is cancelled and the brake is released.

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Micro switch
Optional availability, inboard proving switch, one common contact, one normally open contact and one normally closed
contact.
This can be interlocked with motor contactor for parking brake duty, i.e. brake release before starting motor.

Brake termination
Three standard versions:
• Flying leads usually 1,5 meter long, axial with a cable bushing and radial through cable gland in flange.
• IP 66 terminal box, for easy connection and removal, at execution with terminal box the brake complies
with protection IP 66!
• Versions for AC supply with built-in full wave or half wave rectification inside the terminal box.

Emergency release by means of emergency release screws

For mechanical release in case of emergency or for the adjustment of the system emergency release screws are available.

Flange to IEC
Manufactured to suit your motor on B-side to our brake with IEC connection dimensions.

Standstill heater
Inboard standstill heaters can be provided.

Speedometer installation
If a speedometer connection is required for the brake, the brake cover is provided with connecting bores in accordance
with ”Euro dimension”. The type of protection only maintains when the speedometer is rigidly connected to the cover by
means of a flange gland which is sealed by round ring.

Special surface finishes

All components are surface finished with a special surface protection against abrasive environment; e.g. against saline
atmosphere on deck, etc..

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List of dimensions

Table 1: Technical data

Size MSN MÜ no nzn Un* Pk airgap W Pvn J m
4 BZFM Nm Nm rpm rpm V DC W min/max kJ kW kgm2 kg

6,3 63 69 6000 3300 110 110 0.4/1.2 80 0.16 0.0012 23

10 100 110 6000 3000 110 122 0.4/1.2 100 0.21 0.0019 32
16 160 175 6000 2700 110 142 0.4/1.2 120 0.26 0.0026 40
25 250 275 5500 2100 110 164 0.4/1.2 150 0.31 0.0050 56
40 400 440 4700 1800 110 214 0.4/1.5 220 0.38 0.0133 73
63 630 690 4000 1500 110 249 0.4/1.8 300 0.46 0.0271 107
100 1000 1100 3600 1300 110 332 0.5/2.1 350 0.57 0.0366 138
160 1600 1750 3200 1100 110 403 0.5/2.4 400 0.70 0.0600 205
250 2500 2750 2800 1000 110 530 0.5/2.8 590 0.85 0.1266 275
400 4000 4400 2400 1000 110 675 0.5/2.8 698 0.85 0.2670 380
630 6300 6930 2200 800 110 698 0.5/2.8 776 0.90 0.4700 506
1000 10,000 11,000 2000 700 110 827 0.6/3.0 844 0.95 0.7777 636

* other voltages on request

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Switchable nominal torque at 1m/s frictional speed to DIN VDE 0580 (applies to dry operation
MSN
with an oil- and grease-free friction lining after running-in)
Transmissible static nominal torque without slip, to DIN VDE 0580 (applies to
MÜ
dry operation with an oil- and grease-free friction lining after running-in)

n0 Maximum idling speed

nzn Admissible switching speed

Pk Excitation output at 20°C

Pvn Nominal braking capacity (S4-40 % I.O.)

W Switch work per switching operation for z = 1 − 5h-1

J Mass moment of inertia of rotating parts

m Weight

Mode of operation S1, S2, S4-40 % I.O.

Thermal class 155 (F) in accordance with DIN VDE 0580

AC-control Via rectifier

Table 2: List of dimensions (all dimensions in mm)

Size
6.3 10 16 25 40 63 100 160 250 400 630 1000
4 BZFM
a 250 250 - 300 350 400 450 550 550 - - -
a1 300 300 300 350 400 450 550 660 660 660 800 800
b 215 215 - 265 300 350 400 500 500 - - -
b1 265 265 265 300 350 400 500 600 600 600 740 740
c (H7) 180 180 - 230 250 300 350 450 450 - - -
c1 (H7) 230 230 230 250 300 350 450 550 550 550 680 680
dmin 28 28 38 38 38 48 48 60 65 90 90 100
dmax 40 40 55 55 60 75 75 110 125 140 160 180
f 82 86 98 104 130 149 144 190 210 210 233 275
h 252 275 296 322 376 426 458 532 574 654 737 800
j 193 214 233 256 306 356 380 450 491 559 615 690
k 13.5 13.5 - 13.5 17.5 17.5 17.5 17.5 17.5 - - -
k1 13.5 13.5 13.5 17.5 17.5 17.5 17.5 22 22 22 22 22
l - 147 - 165 196 196 209 - 274 - - -
l1 126 141 145 165 184 184 203 232 252 305 358 381
n 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 7 6 7 7 7
p 70 70 80 80 90 100 100 130 171 205 245 245
s - 15 - 15 22 22 19 - 29 - - -
s1 - 11 - 11 12 12 16 - 22 - - -
s2 18 20 20 26 22 22 29 24 29 30 37 33

Keyways to DIN 6885/1

Standard flange to DIN 42948

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Optional Accessories

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Example of designation
4 BZFM 10 110 VDC 38H7 VOR A300 MS KK GR HZ SB

Brake type
Brake size
Nominal voltage
Bore diameter with keyway
Bore diameter, prebored
Flange size
With microswitch
With terminal box
With rectifier
With standstill heater
With quick switching unit

Calculations

Figure 1:
The diagram shows the time response of an Electromagnetic Spring-Applied Brake as defined by VDE regulations 0580

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M1 = Switchable torque [Nm]

The switchable (dynamic) torque is the torque which can be transmitted by a brake under slip condition depending on the
friction coefficient and at working temperature. (M1 = 0,9MSN)

M3 = Synchronization torque [Nm]

The synchronization torque is the torque which arises for a short time after finishing the switching process.

Mü = Transmissible torque [Nm]

The transmissible (static) torque is the max. torque that can be applied to a brake without the risk of slipping.

MSN = Switchable nominal torque [Nm]

The switchable nominal torque is the dynamic torque as stated in the catalogue at a frictional speed of 1 m/sec.

ML = Load torque [Nm]

+ ML for acceleration, − ML for deceleration. The load torque should always be considered with relative safety factors.

M5 = No-load torque (drag torque) [Nm]

The no-load torque is the torque which the brake transmits at working temperature when free running.

MA = Decelerating torque [Nm]

The decelerating torque results from the addition (substraction for lifting gear during lowering) of the switchable torque and
load torque.

Operation times
The operation times shown in the diagram are based on the example of a brake actuated by loss of electrical current. The
basic characteristic is also applicable to brakes with alternate methods of operation.
The time delay t11 is the time from the instant of de-energization (actuation) to the commencement of the torque build-up
(of no importance for d.c. switching). The torque build-up time t12 is the time from the commencement of torque build-up to
the attainment of 90% of the switchable nominal torque MSN. The switching time t1 is the sum of the time delay and torque
build-up time:
t1 = t11 + t12
The time delay t21 is the time from energization (actuation) to the commencement of the torque will decrease. The fall
time t22 is the time from the commencement of the torque decrease to 10% of the switchable nominal brake torque MSN.
The switching time t2 is the sum of the time delay and the fall time:
t2 = t21 + t22
To decrease the switching times of Electromagnetic Spring-Aplied brakes, special switching is required.
Please ask for particular information. The switching times stated in the dimensional tables apply to d.c. switching, working
temperature and nominal voltage without special switching techniques.

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Nomenclature
AR cm2 Friction surface
m kg Mass
Q Joule(J) Heat quantity
Qh Watt(W) Heat per hour
kJ kJ kJ
c — Specific heat Steel c = 0,46 — Cast iron c = 0,54 —
kgK kgK kgK

n rpm Speed
tA s Braking time
tS s Slipping time

Mass moment of inertia J [kgm2]

The mass moment of inertia J stated in the formula is the total mass moment of inertia of all the masses to be retarded
referred to the brake.

Reduction of moments of inertia

The reduction of moments of inertia is calculated from the formula
n
J1 = J2 * ( —2 )2 [kgm2]
n1

Moments of inertia of linear masses

The equivalent moment of inertia JErs for a linear mass m and a velocity v referred to the brake speed n is calculated from
the formula
v
JErs = 91 * m (— )2 [kgm2]
n
[v = m/s] [n = min−1] [m = kg]

Torque considerations for the brake

The mean torque of the driving or driven machine may be calculated from
P
M = 9550 * — [Nm]
n
[P = kW] [n = rpm]

If the system includes gearing, all torques must be referred to the brake shaft. Depending on the type and functioning of the
driving or driven machine resp. shock and peak loads are an important factor for the determination of brake sizes. If precise
deceleration times are required a sufficient decelerating torque must already been taken into account when selecting the
brake size on the torque rating. Considering the load torque direction, the following switchable nominal torque MSN of a brake
is attained (+ML for lifting devices when lowering).

Msn = MA ± ML

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When expressing the decelerating torque MA by means of the pulse principle, we obtain after corresponding conversion.

Acceleration by load Brake support by load

dw dw
MA = J * — [Nm] MA = J * — [Nm]
dt dt

J____
*n J____
*n
MSN = 9,55 + ML [Nm] MSN = 9,55 - ML [Nm]
*t A
*tA

J*n
______________ J*n
______________
tA = 9,55 * (MSN - ML) [s] tA = 9,55 * (MSN + ML) [s]

It is assumed that the dynamic torque is achieved instantaneously. Note that the dynamic torque decreases with the
speed.

Considerations of dissipated energy

For all operations at speed with slip, dissipated energy is generated in the brake which is transformed into heat.
The admissible amount of dissipated energy resp. power capacity must not be exceeded in order to avoid any inadmissible
heating. Often the selection of the brake size upon the torque requirement only is not sufficient. Therefore it must always be
checked whether the heat capacity of the brake is sufficient.
Generally the dissipated energy in a brake, slipping at time dt with its dynamic torque MS at an angular speed ωS is:
dQ = MS * ωS * dt
With ωS and conversion by means of the pulse principle the following dissipated energy amount is determined for a single
deceleration process with existing load torque

Acceleration by load Brake support by load

MSN J____
*n
2
MSN J____
*n
2
________ Q= ________ [kJ]
Q= [kJ] *
(MSN - ML) * 182.000 (MSN + ML) 182.000

If a brake slips with constant slipping speed under operation, the dissipated energy is calculated from the formula
Q = 0,105 * 10−3 * MS * nS * tS [kJ]

Working brake
The brake has to brake a shaft with switching frequency ”X” from speed ”Y” to speed zero and has to hold it.

Holding brake with emergency stop function

The brake actuates with shaft speed zero and has to hold; in case of emergency, however, it must be able to brake from
shaft speed ”Y” to zero.

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Permissible heat capacity at 1500 rpm

1
W [kJ] Switching operations z [ – ] operations per hour
h

Figure 2: Heat capacity of series 4 BZFM n =1500 rpm **.

By known operations and number of operations per hour the brake size can be obtained.
Example: W = 100 kJ/operation and z = 10 operations/hour choose the size 4 BZFM 40
** permissible switching operations per switching at other speed ratings on request

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Questionnaire to allow the determination of Spring-Applied Brakes

DRIVING MACHINE
Frequency controlled motor
Pole changing motor
Constant speed motor
Other motor types
Nominal and maximum power kW
Nominal and maximum speed rpm
Maximum torque (i.e. breakdown torque) Nm
DRIVEN MACHINE

Slewing system
Hoisting system
Trolley or gantry system
Winch system
People transporting system
Other application

BRAKE TYPE

Working and emergency brake

Holding brake with emergency characteristic

CALCULATION DATA
Nominal braking speed rpm
Emergency braking speed (i.e. max. possible overspeed at
rpm
hoisting drives)
Load torque at nominal braking speed Nm
Load torque at emergency braking speed Nm
Maximum possible load torque Nm
Number of braking operations per hour at nominal / required
speed (incl. load data)
Number of braking operations per required time unit at
emergency speed (incl. maximum load data)
Moment of inertia of the parts moved by the motor or braked by
kgm2
the brake (motor, gearbox, winch etc.)
Demanded switching cycles of the brake
Ambient temperature °C
Protection class or short description of environmental conditions
Marine, port, in house
Options: Microswitch, rectifier, switching unit, terminal box, heater
or other

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