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ZDM Normally-Closed Hydraulic Disc Brake

Spring-applied, pressure-released — the bolt-on load-holding brake for cycloid motors. Specify ZDM when the load must hold position without continuous hydraulic pressure.

THOTH / ZiHYD · Since 1971  ·  ← Selection guides using ZDM

THOTH ZDM normally-closed hydraulic disc brake

ZDM combines friction plates with a high-strength spring pack: the spring applies the brake, external working pressure releases it. Power off, oil off — the load stays put.

Designed for static braking with low noise and high reliability, it bolts directly onto BM-series orbit motors. Field example: furniture ladder trucks pair BMR drive motors with ZDM3 to hold the platform at height.

Suitable for construction, handling, and agricultural machinery wherever position holding is mandatory.

Specifications · ZDM

TypeSpring-applied, normally-closed hydraulic disc brake
Brake torque450 N·m (ZDM2) · 1,150 N·m (ZDM3)
Release pressure2.2 – 2.7 MPa (ZDM2) · 2.8 MPa (ZDM3)
Max control pressure20 MPa
Speed range0 – 800 r/min
DutyStatic braking only — pairs with BM cycloid motors

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