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Topdrive Brakes

Topdrive Brakes

Topdrive Brakes

Product catalog summary
Twiflex T30 Caliper Brake
The Twiflex T30 is a modular brake designed for high braking force in a compact form. Key features include:
  • Operating pressure of 120 bar (1740 psi) producing a braking force of 25.4 kN (5710 lb).
  • Flexible mounting options with a split housing to accommodate various disc thicknesses.
  • Self-adjusting mechanism for consistent response times.
  • Minimum disc diameter of 245 mm (9.6 in) and standard disc thickness of 25.4 mm (1.0 in).
  • Operating temperature range from -20°C to +70°C (-4°F to 158°F).
  • Customizable finishes and protection levels available.
Wichita 118VM Plate Brake
The Wichita 118VM is a hydraulic pressure applied, single-plate brake designed for high energy dynamic stops in vertical-shaft applications. Key features include:
  • Designed for ATEX Zone 1 CAT II, Gas B, T3 environments.
  • Operating pressure of 140 bar (2030 psi) generating 12.0 kNm (8850 lbft) dynamic torque.
  • Ambient operating range from -45°C to +55°C (-49°F to 131°F).
  • Maximum disengaged speed of 3000 rpm and engaging speed of 1500 rpm.
  • Sealed piston holding plate to protect against dirt and moisture, with optional speed encoder accommodation.
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Catalog excerpts

Topdrive Brakes-1

Altra Industrial Motion T30 Topdrive Caliper Brake for Oil and Gas Applications Twiflex T30 Caliper Brake The Twiflex T30 is a pressure applied modular brake design, developed to provide a high braking force capacity from a compact assembly. It features a split housing for flexibility of mounting and accommodation of a variety of disc thicknesses. • 120 bar (1740 psi) operating pressure produces 25.4 kN (5710 lb) braking force • Side or centre-mount arrangement • Compact, robust housing design • #4 SAE o-ring port per SAE J1926/1: 7/16-20 • Self-adjusting mechanism maintains a constant air gap for consistent response times • Minimum disc diameter of 245 mm (9.6 in) • Standard disc thickness 25.4 mm (1.0 in) • Design operating range between from -20°C to +70°C (-4°F and 158°F) • Custom levels of finish and protection available

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Altra Industrial Motion 118VM Topdrive Plate Brake for Oil and Gas Applications Wichita 118VM Plate Brake The Wichita “VM” brake is a hydraulic pressure applied, single-plate unit designed for high energy dynamic stops, and parking, in vertical-shaft mounted applications. It is intended to install on the upper end of a topdrive motor. It features a sealed piston holding plate to protect against the ingress of dirt and moisture, when fitted with a sealed cover, or may accommodate a speed encoder in the same location. • Designed for ATEX Zone 1 CAT II, Gas B, T3 • 140 bar (2030 psi) operating pressure...

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