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🛠 Wiring and Testing Steps for Rexroth MSK Series Servo Motor Brakes

1. Confirm Motor Model and Brake Parameters

  • Model: MSK071E-0303-FN-M1-UG2-NNNN
  • Nameplate Parameters: Brake 30Ω, DC 24V ±10%, 0.94A
    👉 Indicates that this motor is equipped with a DC brake, rated for a working voltage of 24VDC, which releases the brake when powered and locks it when de-energized.

2. Wiring Identification

  • Red Wire → +24VDC
  • Blue Wire → 0V (Negative)
  • (Gray Wire Pair) = Temperature Sensor, not involved in brake testing.

3. Power Supply Preparation

  • Use a regulated 24VDC power supply with a rated current of ≥2A (reserve a margin, although normal operation requires approximately 1A).
  • The power supply should have overcurrent protection to prevent damage from short circuits.
  • If possible, it is best to use a power supply with soft start or current limiting functions.

4. Testing Steps

  1. Disconnect the motor and confirm that the motor’s main power supply is not connected.
  2. Connect the positive terminal of the power supply to the red wire and the negative terminal to the blue wire.
  3. Apply 24VDC power:
    • You should hear a “click” sound, indicating that the brake has been released.
    • Gently rotate the motor shaft by hand; it should rotate freely.
  4. Disconnect the 24VDC power supply:
    • Attempt to rotate the motor shaft again; it should be locked by the mechanical brake.

5. Precautions

  • Never operate the motor shaft for extended periods with the brake continuously powered without control from a motor driver, as excessive inertia from shaft rotation may damage the brake pads.
  • In practical applications with a driver, the brake signal is usually controlled by the driver’s Brake Output; do not continuously apply direct power.
  • If the brake fails to release, check the following:
    • Whether the power supply voltage is within 24V ±10%.
    • Whether the power supply current is sufficient.
    • Whether the red/blue wires are reversed (reversing them will prevent release).

✅ Summary:

  • Red → +24VDC, Blue → 0V
  • Power on to release, power off to lock.
  • Testing method: Listen for sound, rotate shaft.