YW Series Pneumatic Drum Brake

Overview

The YW Series Pneumatic Drum Brake is designed to meet the demanding requirements of machinery used in lifting, transportation, metallurgy, mining, ports, and construction industries. Its installation dimensions comply with international and domestic standards, ensuring compatibility across various applications.

Operating Conditions

This brake is suitable for environments with temperatures ranging from -20°C to 50°C, with relative humidity not exceeding 90%. For environments with flammable, explosive, or corrosive gases, it is recommended to use the corrosion-resistant version to ensure safety and durability.

Working Pressure

The YW Series Brake is designed to operate at a pressure range of 0.5 to 0.7 MPa, providing stable braking performance adaptable to various conditions.

Additional Features

To enhance usability and safety, the YW Series offers several optional features:

• M: Automatic compensation for lining wear, reducing the need for manual maintenance.
• K1: Open brake travel switch, indicating the upward state of the brake.
• K2: Close brake travel switch, indicating the downward state of the brake.
• K3: Lining wear limit indicator, helping users anticipate maintenance needs.
• S1/S2: Left-handed and right-handed manual operation devices, offering flexibility in manual control.

Technical Specifications

The YW Series offers multiple models to accommodate different application needs. Here are some key models:

• YW-160/032x60: Braking torque of 80-160 Nm, lightweight for small-scale equipment.
• YW-200/Q32X60: Braking torque of 100-335 Nm, suitable for medium-scale equipment.
• YW-250/Q32X60: Braking torque of 125-350 Nm, providing enhanced braking power.
• YW-315/032x60: Braking torque of 150-450 Nm, ideal for large-scale equipment, ensuring optimal performance.

Each model is equipped with a compatible cylinder to ensure the best braking performance, with an inlet design that facilitates easy installation.

Key Advantages

• Fail-Safe Design: Spring-applied pneumatic braking ensures automatic engagement if air pressure is lost, providing critical safety for crane and hoist applications.
• High Torque Capacity: Torque range from 80-450 Nm suitable for heavy-duty industrial applications including overhead cranes, gantry cranes, and material handling equipment.
• Low Maintenance: Simple pneumatic design with optional automatic wear compensation reduces maintenance requirements and downtime.
• Customizable Options: Multiple optional features including manual release, limit switches, and wear indicators for tailored installations.

Applications

The YW Series Pneumatic Drum Brake is widely used in:

• Overhead cranes and gantry cranes
• Hoisting mechanisms
• Conveyor systems
• Industrial winches
• Mining and metallurgy equipment
• Port machinery

Technical Parameters

ParameterSpecificationBrake TypePneumatic, Spring-AppliedTorque Range80-450 NmWorking Pressure0.5-0.7 MPaTemperature Range-20°C to 50°CHumidity≤ 90% RHApplicationCranes, Hoists, Material Handling

Customer Profile

Target Customers:

• Crane manufacturers and system integrators
• Heavy machinery OEMs
• Port and terminal operators
• Steel mills and metallurgy plants
• Construction equipment manufacturers

Key Purchase Considerations: Reliability, fail-safe performance, maintenance costs, and compliance with industry standards (DIN15435, JB/T6406-2006).

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These features and specifications make the YW Series Pneumatic Drum Brake a reliable and efficient solution for a wide range of industrial applications. Selecting the appropriate model can significantly improve equipment safety and operational efficiency.