Wind Energy Solutions | Regal Rexnord
Rotor Brakes
Gearless
Onshore Wind Energy Solutions | Regal Rexnord
Stromag™
Rotowell 120 Rotor Brake
Hydraulic applied active caliper wind turbine rotor brake
The Stromag Rotowell 120 Rotor Brake produces a strong, highly adjustable clamping force that plays a crucial role in controlling the rotation of wind turbine blades. This hydraulic applied active brake features a spring return mechanism, ensuring swift retraction of the brake pads upon release of hydraulic pressure to allow for the seamless resumption of normal turbine operation. With their multi-piston design and removable pad holders, they offer precise and consistent braking action, reducing wear and stress on the braking system components. Removable pad holders simplify maintenance procedures and allow for easy replacement of the brake pads. The robust construction of these brakes is optimized to withstand the demanding operational conditions encountered in wind farms while providing reliable performance.
Features
- Designed to work with different disc thicknesses encountered in diverse wind turbine systems setups.
- Utilizes hydraulic pressure to actively engage the brake pads against the rotor brake disc to regulate and stop turbine blade rotation. The spring return mechanism ensures swift retraction of the pads upon pressure release, allowing rotation to resume.
- Tailored air gap design facilitates easy installation and provides a rapid response time that optimizes braking efficiency.
- Incorporates a large brake pad design that minimizes wear, stress, and lowers disc temperatures during braking, enhancing brake durability and longevity.
- Engineered with few moving parts for simplified maintenance and reduced risk of mechanical failures, ensuring operational reliability in wind turbine environments. Additionally, integrated lifting eyes facilitate safe handling during maintenance procedures.
- Equipped with drain ports to collect any hydraulic fluid leakage to alleviate contamination risks and ensure consistent brake system functionality.
- Designed to accommodate various monitoring systems to optimize performance and anticipate maintenance needs to provide reliability of wind turbine function.
- Pairs with a wide selection of friction materials, allowing customization to meet the specific performance requirements and environmental conditions encountered in wind turbine rotor braking.