Brake Testing - ABB IRB 6640 - 180/2.55 Product Manual

Articulated robot

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1.2.3.4. Brake testing

When to test

During operation the holding brake of each axis motor wear normally. A test may be

performed to determine whether the brake can still perform its function.

The function of the holding brake of each axis motor may be checked as detailed below:

1. Run each robot axis to a position where the combined weight of the robot arm and any

2. Switch the motor to the MOTORS OFF position with the Operating mode selector on the

3. Check that the axis maintains its position.

load is maximized (max. static load).

If the robot does not change position as the motors are switched off, then the brake

function is adequate.

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