MDT 160-18 Mill Duty Thruster Brake (For 160mm Drum)
A high-torque, fail-safe thruster brake for demanding industrial and mill environments.
- High Braking Torque: Delivers an impressive 16 Kg-m of torque for superior stopping power.
- Heavy-Duty Frame: Welded rigid steel frame ensures long life under heavy loads.
- Reliable Thruster: Paired with the AT-520 (18 Kg) thruster.
- High-Frequency Operation: Capable of up to 720 operations per hour.
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| Model | MDT 160-18 |
| Brake Drum Diameter | 160 mm |
| Thruster Model Used | AT-520 (18 Kg) |
| Braking Torque | 16 Kg-m |
| Operations per Hour | Up to 720 |
| IP Rating | IP-55 |
Working Principle
The Thruster Brake is a fail-safe device. Braking force is applied to the brake shoes by a pre-stressed compression spring. When power is supplied to the integrated electro-hydraulic thruster, it overcomes the spring force and moves the brake shoes clear of the drum, allowing machinery to operate. When power is cut, the spring instantly applies the brake shoes to the drum, retarding speed and holding the load securely.
Braking Torque & Sizing Guidelines
Anand Systems MDT Electro-Hydraulic Thruster Brakes operate on a fail-safe spring-applied mechanism. In the unpowered state, heavy compression springs force the brake shoes firmly against the brake drum. When electrical power is applied, the centrifugal pump inside the electro-hydraulic thruster generates oil pressure, smoothly pushing the piston upward to release the brake shoes. This MDT 160-18 model is matched to a 160 mm brake drum.
Braking Torque Formula
T_b = 2 × μ × F_spring × (D_drum / 2) × η
Where μ = friction coefficient (0.35 to 0.40), F_spring = spring thrust force, D_drum = drum diameter in metres (160 mm = 0.160 m for this model), and η = mechanical linkage efficiency (0.90).
Operating Parameters & Drum Compatibility
- Duty cycle rating: S3-40% / S4-60%, up to 720 switching operations per hour.
- Hydraulic fluid: transformer oil (IS:335) or ISO VG 32 hydraulic oil.
- Brake drum compatibility: precision-balanced cast iron and forged / cast steel / EN-8 drums, 100 mm to 400 mm diameter.