Generator tolerates high shock and vibration.
Press Release Summary:
Measuring 1.8 in. diameter and 2.1 in. axial length, Model DIH18-21-BBNA provides continuous output of 40 Vdc at speeds of 11,000 rpm. Unit incorporates bearing suspension that absorbs vibration and shock, as well as one-piece housing that eliminates vulnerable attachment points. Motor is used as generator to supply power to remote brake health monitoring system and can withstand high shock and vibration levels in railcar environments.
Original Press Release:
BEI Kimco Magnetics' Generator Solves Challenging Application Requirements for High Shock and Vibration Capabilities
VISTA, Calif, − April 19, 2011 - BEI Kimco Magnetics, a company of Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST), Inc., recently met the challenging generator requirements in a railroad train signaling application. The generator is used to supply power to a remote brake health monitoring system.
Key to the product's design specification was a generator that could deliver a continuous voltage output of 40VDC Volts DC at a speed of 10,000 rpm. Additionally, the generator needed to be extremely reliable and durable to withstand the consistently high shock and vibration levels typical of a railcar environment.
To meet these requirements, BEI Kimco developed the DIH18-21-BBNA Brushless Generator, measuring 1.8" in diameter and 2.1" in axial length. The generator met the requirements to provide a constant output of 40VDC at speeds of 11,000 rpm. For improved reliability and longevity, the generator incorporated patented bearing suspension technology to absorb the relentless vibration and intense shock associated with the application. The uniquely robust "one piece" housing was designed to eliminate vulnerable attachment points. Similar technology has also been used successfully as a noise reduction feature in medical applications requiring low acoustical noise levels.
Following product development, the generator was put through a series of demanding vibration and reliability qualification test protocol. "The successful completion of the tests is a testament to the robustness of the BEI design," says Walter Smith, Application Engineer.
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For further information visit www.beikimco.com/press/pr_highshock_vibration_041411.php or contact BEI Kimco Magnetics, 2470 Coral Street, Bldg. D, Vista, CA 92081-8430, USA, Tel: (760) 597-7042; Toll-free: (800) 572-7560; Fax: (760) 597-6320; email: sales@beikimco.com; www.beikimco.com
About BEI Kimco Magnetics:
BEI Kimco Magnetics is an operation of Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST). BEI Kimco Magnetics was founded in 1974 and specializes in rotary and linear motion control products. The company's precision motion control products include high-speed performance Brushless DC motors, Cylindrical and Flat Voice Coil Actuators, and Linear Motors. These products are used across a wide range of applications including medical and scientific, factory and office automation, optics, semiconductor/electronics, military, aviation, space systems, and security. Kimco merges leading-edge capabilities and cost-effective manufacturing know-how with highly customized applications expertise. www.beikimco.com
About Custom Sensors & Technologies:
Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST) is a specialist in sensing, control and motion products.
Through its brands, BEI Kimco, BEI Sensors, BEI PSSC, Crouzet, Crydom, Kavlico, Newall and Systron Donner, CST offers customizable, reliable and efficient components for mission-critical systems in Industrial, Aerospace & Defense, and Transportation markets. Focused on premium value offers and committed to excellence, CST, with more than 4,000 employees worldwide and sales of $530M US in 2009, is the dependable and adaptable partner for the most demanding customers. www.cstsensors.com
