Failure to follow these
instructions may result in product damage,
equipment damage, and serious or fatal
injury to personnel.
Introduction
Electrically released brakes require special
mounting considerations. Please review the items
listed below prior to starting installation per Step 1.
a) If the magnet mounting surface is a magnetic
material, the magnet must be insulated
approximately 1/2 inch from that surface with a
plate or spacers of non-magnetic material.
b) Caution must be exercised when the armature
is moved close to the magnet assembly since
the permanent magnets create a very strong
attractive force. Injury may result if fingers are in
between the armature and magnet when the
gap is 1/2" or less.
This service manual tells how to install, adjust,
and maintain your Warner Electric brake. It also
contains information for part replacements
when needed.
Warner Electric Electrically Released Brakes are
high performance, high torque units. After carefully
reading these instructions, no assembly or
installation difficulties should be encountered.
Warner Electric Electrically Released brakes
function on the same principle of "response to
magnetic attraction" that operates other Warner
Electric brakes and clutches. Braking torque in
these brakes depends on ceramic permanent
magnets which have a high resistance to
demagnetization. With the power off, the unit
produces full braking torque. The brake is released
by generating an electromagnetic field which
opposes the field produced by the permanent
magnets.
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Installation Instructions
Magnet
Pilot Diameter
Mounting Surface
A. Customer Shall Maintain:
1. Squareness of brake mounting face with
armature hub shaft within .006 T.l.R.
2. Concentricity of brake mounting pilot
diameter with armature hub shaft within
.010 T.l.R.
Figure 2
B. Mounting the Magnet
The brake magnet is mounted to a stationary
machine member by a flange. Extreme care must
be taken in selecting the location for the mounting
of the magnet. Proper positioning is very important
for the unit to function correctly.
1. A pilot diameter on the mounting surface is
essential to hold the magnet within the required
tolerances. (See Figure 1)
4. Use a dial indicator to check the unit for
concentricity and squareness to the shaft. The
unit should be concentric within .010 T.l.R. and
square within .006 T.l.R. (See Figure 3)
Figure 3
C. Armature To Shaft Assembly
2. A machined pilot diameter is provided on the
3. Once the mounting surface has been
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Figure 1
magnet mounting flange (See Figures 1, 2, & 3)
to aid in the proper positioning of the
magnet.
prepared the magnet is bolted in place with
capscrews and lockwashers. (See Figure 2)
Check to insure that all parts are clean and free
from burrs or chips. Insert the key into the shaft
keyway. Place the bushing into the hub and match
half holes to make complete holes. Each hole will
be threaded on one side only. Place the screws
loosely into the holes which are threaded on the
hub side. Slip the assembly onto the shaft and
position it so the armature is in contact with
the magnet.
Keep fingers clear of area
between the magnet and the armature as the
armature will be puIled sharply toward the
magnet after the gap is closed to
approximately 1/8 inch.
3
Tighten the screws alternately and evenly until all
are pulled up very tightly. Tap against the large
end of the bushing with a plastic hammer to
avoid damaging the bushing. The screws can
then be tightened again, using the following
torque specifications:
ER-47555 in. Ib.
ER-650175 in. Ib.
Repeat this alternate tapping and retightening
until the specified wrench torque no longer turns
the screws.
brake surfaces is created by permanent
magnets. The brake is electrically released by
applying DC power to the electro-magnetic coil in
the brake that opposes the permanent magnets.
Electrically released brakes are polarity sensitive:
the positive lead of the power supply must be
connected to the positive lead of the brake, and
the negative lead of the power supply must be
connected to the negative lead of the brake. The
power supply applied to the brake must be
adjustable so that the optimum release voltage for
each individual brake can be determined and set.
To disassemble, remove both screws and
reinsert one screw in the vacant hole (threads
on bushing). Tighten this screw until the bushing
is loosened in the hub. If the bushing does not
loosen, tap on the hub.
D. Power Supplies
The ER style electrically released brakes are
designed to operate with an adjustable voltage
power supply because the voltage at which the
individual brakes will release can vary slightly from
brake to brake. The output voltage needs to be
adjusted to obtain the optimum release point.
Warner Electric offers two different model power
supplies, either of which can be used to operate
the ER style brakes. They are the MCS-103-1
or the CBC-200. Refer to the control operation
manual for instructions on how to wire the
control.
E. Brake Release Adjustment
The following procedure describes how to set the
adjustable power supply to the optimum release
point of the brake. A volt-meter is required to
perform the procedure.
No power is applied to motor
during this procedure. Power normally supplied
by motor to brake control should be supplied
by alternate method.
After control is adjusted per steps below, brake
control may need to be fine tuned (adjusted)
with motor running to compensate for any
changes in supply voltage used.
1. With power off, connect the positive lead of
the power supply to the positive lead of the
brake and the negative lead of the power
supply to the negative lead of the brake.
2. Connect a volt-meter to measure the voltage
applied across the brake.
Instructions for setting the optimum release
voltage of permanent magnet applied
electrically released brakes.
The following procedure will
result in the brake releasing and allowing the
load to be free to move. Be sure the load is in
a safe condition before proceeding with this
3. Adjust the power supply to its lowest possible
output, then energize the power supply only,
to apply power to the brake.
4. Starting from the low point, slowly increase
the applied voltage until the brake armature
disengages from the magnet. Note and record
the applied voltage at this point.
process.
In a permanent magnet applied/electrically
released brake, the attractive force between the
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Armature
Carrier
Detent Spring
Retainer
Drive Pin
Detent Spring
Armature Spring
Back 1/32-inch
Magnet
5. Continue to slowly increase the applied
voltage until the armature re-engages the
magnet. If the maximum voltage available from
the supply does not cause the armature to
re-engage, the armature should be manually
assisted into engagement.
Note: If armature needs to be manually
assisted, armature should be pressed on
back side to make contact with friction face
of magnet.
6. With the armature re-engaged, slowly reduce
the applied voltage until the armature
disengages from the magnet. Note and
record the applied voltage at this point.
7. The optimum release point for the brake is
half-way between the two recorded voltage
readings. Adjust the supply to this optimum
release voltage.
Note: The above procedure should be done by
visually watching the armature move and may be
repeated if necessary from Step 1 through Step
7.
If you have any problems during adjustments or
any application questions arise, please contact
Technical Support at 1-800-825-9050 Monday
through Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. central time.
F. Autogap Adjustment
Keep fingers clear of area
between the magnet and the armature
because the armature will be pulled sharply
toward the magnet if the release voltage
is altered for any reason.
Figure 4
A. With the brake power on, pull gently on the
O.D. of the armature to separate it from the
magnet by a 1/32-inch or greater airgap.
Do not pry. This could damage the
components.
B. Slide the detent spring retainer on each
drive pin until it bottoms against the carrier.
If armature cannot be moved, check voltage
and polarity. (See Operating Instructions
"Fails to Release" on page 7.)
Turn the power on to electrically release the brake.
The armature should spring back approximately
C. Push against the drive pins to push the
armature into contact with the magnet.
1/32-inch as shown.
D. Release the drive pins and the armature will
If the armature does not spring back, follow
the autogap adjustment procedure as follows:
(refer to Figure 4).
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spring back approximately 1/32-inch. The
armature gap will now be provided by the
autogap mechanism.
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Operating Instructions
Check No. 2
A worn out Electrically Released Brake can
lose its ability to produce torque. Consequently, it
is imperative that the brake be inspected
frequently for wear and to insure that it engages
and disengages properly. The frequency of
inspections is dictated by usage; a brake used
in a high cycle rate and/or heavy load application
must be inspected more often than one used less
severely. Experience will determine proper
inspection intervals.
The end of normal service will occur when the
armature wears through the friction material and
into the coil, causing an open circuit and failure to
release when voltage is applied. Brake wear is
determined by two checks. The first determines
whether the brake is about to lose torque; the
second ensures that the armature has not worn
through the friction material, endangering the coil.
If either of these checks indicates excessive wear,
the unit should be replaced.
Check No. 1
A step is machined on the O.D. of the brake
magnet where the armature and magnet meet.
This step is equal to the friction material thickness.
When this step is completely covered by the
armature with the brake engaged, the brake is
worn out and should be replaced.
Magnet worn to Step
New
Check No. 2
Worn Out
After completing an inspection with the
machine turned off, cycle it several times. If
the Electrically Released Brake stopping time
has more than doubled since the original set-up,
this also indicates the brake is worn out and
should be replaced.
Examine the three autogap release springs to
assure that none of them are approaching total
compression or if the distance from the
underside of the drive pin head to the top of the
detent cup washer is less than .062 inch, the
brake should be replaced.
Must be greater
than .062 inch
Step indicating
friction material
thickness
Check No. 1
Foreign Materials: If units are used on
machinery where fine, abrasive dust, chips or grit
are dispelled into the atmosphere, a protective
screen over the unit may be necessary.
Where units are used near gear boxes or
transmissions requiring frequent
lubrications, means should be provided to
protect the friction surfaces from oil and
grease to prevent serious loss of torque by
reducing the co-efficient of friction and
swelling the friction material.
Oil and grease accidentally reaching the friction
surfaces may be removed by wiping with a rag
dampened with a suitable cleaner, which leaves
no residue. In performing this operation, do not
drench the friction material.
The drive pins should be kept free of foreign
materials to ensure proper function of the brake.
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Fails to Release: If the Electrically Released
Brake does not release completely, make the
following checks:
1. Check that the electrical connections (polarity)
between the brake coil and the power supply
are correct for the power supply being used.
2. Connect a DC voltmeter across the brake
terminals. (Do not disconnect the leads to the
terminals.) The voltmeter should indicate a
voltage in the range of 75 to 110 volts.
3. The above checks are normally sufficient.
Further checks may be made by checking
the brake coil resistance.
a. Turn off the power to the brake.
b. Disconnect one lead from the coil to make
sure the circuit is open.
c. Connect an ohmmeter across the brake
terminals. The resistance should be as
shown:
Wear Pattern: (See Figure 5) Wear grooves appear
on the friction surfaces. This is a normal wear
condition, and does not impair functioning of the
unit. Never machine the friction surfaces to remove
grooves or score marks resulting from normal wear.
There are two main wear parts, magnet and
armature. When either is worn out, the complete
brake must be replaced.
Heat: Excessive heat and high operating
temperatures are causes of rapid wear. Air should
be allowed to circulate around the unit as efficiently
as possible, especially if the application requires
fast, repetitive cycle operation.
If the above checks indicate that the proper voltage
and current is being supplied to the coil, mechanical
parts should be checked to assure that they are in
good operating condition and are properly installed.
BrakeCoil Resistance
Sizeat 20°C (±10%)
ER-375447 OHMS
ER-475310 OHMS
ER-650235 OHMS
A very high or infinite resistance reading would
indicate an open coil. A very low resistance
would indicate a shorted coil. In either case, the
unit should be replaced.
Wear Pattern
NewBurnishedWorn
Figure 5
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ER-375, ER-475, ER-650
X dia. (Y) holes
equally spaced
on Z dia.
Mounting holes
are within 0.010
of true position
relative to
pilot diameter.
T
P
Removable
plug in
ends for
1/2" conduit
Q
R
U dia. (V) holesequally spaced on W dia.
S
AA Pilot
M*
N**
L
C
H
ABAC
K
J*
F
G**
For Bore &
Keyway sizes
see chart below
E
D
A
B
***Inside Mounting
Outside Mounting
All dimensions are nominal, unless otherwise noted.
1. Squareness of brake mounting face with
armature hub shaft within .006 T.I.R.
2. Concentricity of brake mounting pilot diameter
with armature hub shaft within .010 T.I.R.
3. If magnet mounting surface is a magnetic
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6.498.403.2012.0621-1/16 O.M.
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material, the magnet is to be insulated
approximately 1/2" from that surface with a
plate or spacers of non-magnetic material.
ER-375 available outside mounted only.
* Magnets and armatures sold only in pre-burnished sets to assure rated torque available upon installation.
These units, when used with the correct Warner Electric conduit box, meet the standards of UL508 and are listed
under guide card #NMTR2, file #59164.
ER-375ER-475ER-650
(1/2" to 1" Bore)(1/2" to 1-3/8" Bore)
How to Order
1. Specify bore size.
2. Specify Normal or Heavy Duty.
Example
ER-650 Electrically Released Brake per I-25767,
7/8" bore.
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Warranty
Warner Electric LLC warrants that it will repair or replace (whichever it deems advisable) any
product manufactured and sold by it which proves to be defective in material or workmanship
within a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase for consumer, commercial or
industrial use.
This warranty extends only to the original purchaser and is not transferable or assignable without
Warner Electric LLC’s prior consent.
Warranty service can be obtained in the U.S.A. by returning any defective product, transportation
charges prepaid, to the appropriate Warner Electric LLC factory. Additional warranty information
may be obtained by writing the Customer Satisfaction Department, Warner Electric LLC, 449
Gardner Street, South Beloit, Illinois 61080, or by calling 815-389-3771.
A purchase receipt or other proof of original purchase will be required before warranty service is
rendered. If found defective under the terms of this warranty, repair or replacement will be made,
without charge, together with a refund for transportation costs. If found not to be defective, you will
be notified and, with your consent, the item will be repaired or replaced and returned to you at
your expense.
This warranty covers normal use and does not cover damage or defect which results from
alteration, accident, neglect, or improper installation, operation, or maintenance.
Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation
may not apply to you.
Warner Electric LLC’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of the
defective product and in no event shall Warner Electric LLC be liable for consequential, indirect,
or incidental damages of any kind incurred by reason of the manufacture, sale or use of any
defective product. Warner Electric LLC neither assumes nor authorizes any other person to give
any other warranty or to assume any other obligation or liability on its behalf.
WITH RESPECT TO CONSUMER USE OF THE PRODUCT, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES WHICH
THE CONSUMER MAY HAVE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF
ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASE. WITH RESPECT TO COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL
USES OF THE PRODUCT, THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED BY OPERATION OF LAW OR
OTHERWISE, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and
you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Changes in Dimensions and Specifications
All dimensions and specifications shown in Warner Electric catalogs are subject to change without
notice. Weights do not include weight of boxing for shipment. Certified prints will be furnished
without charge on request to Warner Electric.
Warner Electric
31 Industrial Park Road • New Hartford, CT 06057
815-389-3771 • Fax: 815-389-2582
www.warnerelectric.com
P-253 • 819-0315 8/11Printed in USA
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