Nexen BD Caliper Brakes Offer Higher Clamping Force

Vadnais Heights, MN – Nexen Group, Inc. offers three models of BD (brute disk) caliper brakes: air actuated, spring actuated/air released, and spring actuated/hydraulically released. The innovative BD design utilizes arms to provide a mechanical advantage, allowing higher clamping force. (Stopping power can be multiplied by installing additional caliper brakes on each disc.) Torque ranges from 8,000 to 23,000 in-lbs., with disc diameters from 12 to 24 inches. Actuators mount on either side of the brake. Connections can be rotated 360° around actuator axis, and all pivot points have life lubricated bearings. Brake shoes are mounted with detent pins for quick replacement. Larger, curved brake shoes with more contact area are available for longer life and higher peak input rate.

Highlights of the BD caliper brake (features vary by model) include:

• Static brake torque: 8,000 to 23,000 in-lbs.
• Maximum disc speed: 3200 RPM
• Optional discs: 12 to 24 in.
• Disc thickness: 0.50 to 1.00 in.
• QD Bushing compatible for shaft sizes up to 3.875 in.

About Nexen Group, Inc.
Our heritage is built on producing technically superior products while providing the highest level of customer support. As a leading manufacturer of precision motion control components, power transmission and web tension control products, Nexen works to remain at the forefront of cutting edge engineering and production excellence. Our production capabilities include computerized control and testing systems, dry cutting applications, special coating processes, over 80 multi-axis precision CNC machine tools and automated assembly. By working with Nexen, our customers experience innovations that adhere to industry specifications, optimize their metrics and provide solutions focused on increased uptime, longer machine life and reduced maintenance.