3.8 I/O Signals
A3-109
ME0384-4A
[15] Forced brake release (BKRL) PLC output signal
Operation mode
Direct numerical control
Simple direct
Positioner 1 Positioner 2 Positioner 3 Positioner 5
○: Y
: N
○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
While the forced brake release signal BKRL is ON, the brake will be released. For an actuator
with brake, the brake is automatically controlled by servo ON/OFF. When assembling to a
device, performing direct teaching
(Note 1)
or the like, it may be necessary to release the brake in
order to move the slider or rod by hand.
Note 1 Direct teaching: Operation where the slider or rod is moved by hand and the coordinate
values imported into the position table
Warning
● Be careful when releasing the brake. Releasing carelessly may cause injury or damage
to the actuator body, workpiece or surrounding devices due to the slider or rod falling.
● After releasing the brake, be sure to return the brake to the enabled status. It is very
dangerous to operate with the brake released. It may cause injury or damage to the
actuator body, workpiece or surrounding devices due to the slider or rod falling.