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News Release from: Warner Electric (Altra Industrial Motion) | Subject: Gen 2 clutch/brake modules
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 25 February 2008
Braking for a new generation
Gen 2 clutch/brake modules feature several enhancements in performance and appearance compared with the original C-Face design.
Warner Electric has released its new line of Gen 2 packaged electromagnetic clutch/brake modules Advanced design, materials and manufacturing technologies allow Gen 2 to feature several enhancements in performance and appearance compared with the original C-Face design
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 5 Aug 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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Improvements to the internal component mounting and external housing fin design increase heat dissipation, optimising stop/start frequencies, particularly in enclosed configurations.
Better input-to-output axis alignment reduces vibration, noise and wear.
Custom mounting bolts allow the conduit box to be located directly on top of the unit for consistent orientation across the product line.
Integrated mounting bolts make installation easier.
And optional cover kits readily convert vented units into fully enclosed modules that keep contaminants out and wear particles in for clean, quiet operation.
Unit fits and wiring requirements remain unchanged, allowing Gen 2 to directly replace original C-Face models in sizes 50, 100 and 180.
Sizes 210 and 215 will continue to be manufactured in their original C-Face design.
Warner Electric has developed several tools to assist customers in transitioning to the Gen 2 product line during a phased-in conversion process, including a Gen 2 website, an interactive training programme, a part conversion tool and an updated e-catalogue.
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