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.

8MSA3M.R0-42

8MSA3M.R0-42
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.

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