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B&R 8MSA3M.R0-42 ACOPOS Synchronous Servo Motor

  • Model: 8MSA3M.R0-42 (often formatted as 8MSA3M.R0-42 or 8MSA3M-R0-42)
  • Brand: B&R (Bernecker + Rainer)
  • Series: 8MSA Synchronous Servo Motor Series
  • Core Function: High-dynamic precise positioning and high-speed motion control for automated machinery.
  • Product Type: Brushless AC Synchronous Servo Motor
  • Key Specs: Size 3 Frame (70 mm Flange) | Medium Stator Length (M) | Resolver Feedback | Smooth Shaft | Standard IP65 Protection
  • Condition: New Original / New Surplus
  • Inventory Status: Critical motion spare requiring strategic plant safety stock.
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Description

Key Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Manufacturer B&R Industrial Automation
Model Code 8MSA3M.R0-42
Motor Type 3-Phase Permanent Magnet Synchronous Servo Motor
Flange Size (Size 3) 70 mm Flange
Stator Length Medium (Length M)
Rated Speed 6000 RPM nominal rating
Feedback System Robust Resolver Feedback (R0)
Shaft Design Smooth cylindrical shaft (no keyway)
Holding Brake Without integrated mechanical holding brake
Degree of Protection IP65 Standard Enclosure
Electrical Connection Dual circular angle plug receptacles (Power & Feedback)
Operating Temperature -15°C to +40°C

 

Product Introduction & Supply Chain Strategy

The B&R 8MSA3M.R0-42 is a high-dynamic, compact synchronous AC servo motor engineered to pair with B&R ACOPOS, ACOPOSmicro, and ACOPOSmulti drive platforms. Utilizing a Size 3 frame (70 mm flange) with a length M stator stack, this motor delivers high torque density and fast acceleration in demanding industrial applications like packaging lines, pick-and-place gantry axes, labelers, and material feeds.

Equipped with a robust analog resolver (“R0” designation), the 8MSA3M.R0-42 operates reliably in harsh industrial environments prone to mechanical shock, intense vibration, and elevated ambient heat where delicate optical encoders fail. A servo motor failure on a critical feed or index axis halts production lines immediately. Maintaining a factory-fresh, New Surplus 8MSA3M.R0-42 unit in facility inventory guarantees zero permanent magnet demagnetization, factory bearing alignment, and rapid machine restoration without waiting on long OEM lead times.

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Installation & Alignment Guide

1.Stage 1: Pre-Installation (Prep & Safety):Safety Prep & LOTO.

  • Lock out main electrical power to the ACOPOS drive cabinet and verify DC bus rail voltage is fully discharged (< 50 VDC).
  • Inspect the 70 mm pilot flange, smooth shaft, and circular electrical connectors for transit damage or contamination.
  • Verify that keyless clamping sleeves or couplings match the motor shaft diameter precisely.

2.Stage 2: Removal:Mechanical Extraction.

  • Twist the bayonet locking collars counter-clockwise to disconnect power and resolver feedback cables.
  • Loosen the clamping bolts on the driven load coupling or gearbox input shaft.
  • Remove the 4 flange mounting bolts and carefully slide the motor straight off the pilot without applying axial impact to the shaft.

3.Stage 3: Mechanical & Electrical Connection:Mounting & Coupling Setup.

  • Align the 8MSA3M.R0-42 pilot flange onto the machine mounting faceplate and insert the smooth shaft into the clamping coupling.
  • Diagonal-torque mounting flange bolts to specified torque ratings using a calibrated torque wrench.
  • Secure keyless coupling clamping bolts, ensuring zero axial loading or radial binding on the motor bearings.
  • Connect circular power and resolver cables until bayonet locking rings snap firmly into place.

4.Stage 4: Drive Initialization & Testing:Drive Commutation & Test Run.

  • Apply 24 VDC logic power to the ACOPOS servo drive; confirm resolver signal detection without feedback fault codes.
  • Verify motor parameter table settings in B&R Automation Studio software match the 8MSA3M.R0-42 nameplate rating.
  • Perform a low-speed manual jog test to confirm proper rotation direction, correct commutation angle, and smooth motion.

 

Firmware/Software Integration & Resolver Notes

  • Automation Studio Compatibility: Supported across all releases of B&R Automation Studio via standard ACOPOS motor catalog hardware definitions.
  • Resolver Feedback Reliability: Analog resolver feedback units contain no optical glass scales or onboard microelectronics. Sinusoidal/cosinusoidal analog position signals provide extreme immunity against electrical noise, thermal stress, and high physical shock.
  • Cable Shielding Requirement: Always utilize factory-terminated, double-shielded B&R motor power and resolver cables. Proper grounding of cable braids at the drive ground bar prevents high-frequency PWM switching noise from interfering with analog resolver signals.

 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What do the “R0” and “42” designators signify in the 8MSA3M.R0-42 model code?

A: “R0” indicates an analog resolver feedback device for high-vibration environments. “42” specifies a smooth cylindrical shaft design without a keyway and without an internal mechanical holding brake.

Q: Is the 8MSA series directly compatible with current ACOPOS drive families?

A: Yes. The 8MSA motor family pairs directly with standard B&R ACOPOS, ACOPOSmicro, and ACOPOSmulti drive modules when configured with the appropriate resolver interface card (e.g., 8AC120.60-1).

Q: Why choose New Surplus over a refurbished or rewound servo motor?

A: Compact Size 3 motors operate under high current densities; rebuilt units often suffer from degraded magnet field strength and compromised stator insulation. Our New Surplus inventory delivers 100% unused hardware with factory magnet flux, pristine bearings, and factory-aligned feedback devices.

Q: Is this 8MSA3M.R0-42 motor guaranteed authentic B&R manufacture?

A: Yes. All stock is guaranteed original B&R equipment. Each unit undergoes visual, shaft rotation, and electrical winding continuity verification prior to dispatch.

Q: What degree of ingress protection does this motor offer?

A: The standard housing provides IP65 protection, sealing the motor against dust ingress and low-pressure water jets from any direction.

Q: What warranty applies to this New Surplus B&R servo motor?

A: We provide a full 1-Year Comprehensive Replacement Warranty. If any operational or mechanical fault occurs under normal operating conditions within 12 months, we will replace the unit or issue a full refund.