Drives
What is Dynamic Braking?
Definition
A method of slowing a motor by converting its kinetic energy into heat through a braking resistor. Dynamic braking is used when faster deceleration is needed than coast-to-stop can provide.
Related Terms
Braking Resistor
A power resistor used to dissipate excess energy generated when a motor decelera...
Regenerative Braking
A braking method where the motor acts as a generator, converting kinetic energy ...
Deceleration Time
The programmed time for a drive to ramp a motor down from full speed to zero. Se...
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