The IKB series is a DC spring applied brake which is ideal for use in operations where a turning shaft must stop rapidly, or where safe stopping is needed when a power failure occurs. These operations includes electric motors, wind turbines, cranes, hoists, conveyors, machine tools, printing instruments, packaging instruments, elevators, textile instruments, fork trucks, and as well as construction instruments.
The IKB series are also appropriate for use in conserving energy within a drive train as it does not need any power when holding the load. The spring applied break is discharged when a DC voltage is applied onto the electromagnetic coil, and engages when the power is interrupted.