6   Applied Functions
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OMNUC G5-series (Pulse-train Input Type) AC Servomotors and Servo Drives User’s Manual
6-6 Brake Interlock
• This function enables you to set the output timing for the Brake Interlock Output (BKIR) signal that 
activates the holding brake when the servo is turned ON, an alarm occurs, or the servo is turned OFF.
• The brake built into a Servomotor with a brake is a non-excitation brake designed only to hold the 
motor in the stop status when the operation is stopped. 
Accordingly, set an appropriate time so that the brake is activated after the motor stops.
• If the brake is engaged while the Servomotor is rotating, the brake disc will wear abnormally or 
sustain damage, resulting in a bearing or encoder failure in the Servomotor.
6-6-1 Outline of the Function
6-6-2 Parameters Requiring Settings
Parameter
No.
Name Description Reference
Pn437 Brake Timing 
When Stopped
Set the time after a servo OFF command is issued upon servo 
lock stop, until the Brake Interlock Output (BKIR) signal turns 
OFF and power supply stops.
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Pn438 Brake Timing 
During Operation
Set the time after a servo OFF command is issued while the 
motor rotates, until the Brake Interlock Output (BKIR) signal 
turns OFF and power supply stops. If the speed drops to the 
setting speed or lower in Pn439 before the time set here 
elapses, BKIR will turn OFF.
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Pn439 Brake Release 
Speed Setting 
During Operation
Set the speed at which to turn OFF power to the Servomotor 
when the Brake Interlock Output (BKIR) signal turns OFF after 
execution of a servo OFF command while the Servomotor 
rotates. If the time set in Pn438 elapses before the speed drops 
to this threshold value or lower, BKIR will turn OFF.
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6-6-3 Precautions for Correct Use of Holding Brake