Rotor Brakes
Svendborg Brakes™
BSAB90 Rotor Brake
Hydraulic-applied active wind turbine caliper rotor brake
The BSAB90 Rotor Brake is a hydraulic applied active brake with spring return of brake pads when hydraulic pressure is released. These brakes are multi-piston units featuring integrated and fixed pad holders with the capability to generate a strong, adjustable clamping force. They can withstand harsh environmental conditions typically encountered in wind turbine applications and play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of wind turbines by enabling maintenance, protecting against overspeed events, and supporting grid stability.
Features
- Easily adapts to different disc thicknesses found in various wind turbine rotor brake system designs.
- Utilizes hydraulic application for reliable and efficient braking, essential for precisely controlling the rotor speed of wind turbines in cases of inclement weather and maintenance.
- Large brake pad area to help lower disc temperatures while minimizing wear and stress on the brake which is vital for prolonging the rotor brake’s lifetime once installed.
- A simplified design with few moving parts makes the brake easy to maintain, while integrated lifting eyes allow for secure handling to ensure safety protocols are met while servicing.
- Equipped with drain ports to efficiently collect potential leaks, mitigating the risk of hydraulic fluid contamination, and ensuring consistent rotor brake functionality in wind turbines.
- Designed with provisions to seamlessly install a diverse platform of monitoring systems to facilitate comprehensive wind turbine performance oversight and maintenance planning.
- Customize with a variety of friction materials designed to meet specific performance rotor braking requirements in wind turbines.