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B6BRC1N06-30-A IMO RCBO 6kA, 30mA, B Curve 1 P + N, 6Amp, 230VAC
£62.92
Why Choose the IMO B6BRC1N06-30-A Braking Resistor?
The IMO B6BRC1N06-30-A is an industrial dynamic braking resistor designed to support compatible IMO variable frequency drives in motor-control applications. It provides a controlled path for dissipating regenerative electrical energy produced when a motor decelerates rapidly, helping the connected drive maintain stable DC-bus voltage.
When machinery slows down or stops, the motor can temporarily operate as a generator and return energy to the inverter. The B6BRC1N06-30-A converts this excess electrical energy into heat, helping reduce overvoltage trips and allowing shorter, more consistent stopping times in demanding automation systems.
Designed for integration into industrial control installations, this braking resistor is suitable for applications involving frequent acceleration, deceleration or high-inertia loads. Its dedicated IMO product configuration helps simplify the selection of a braking solution for compatible inverter-drive systems.
Key Advantages
- Designed for dynamic braking in compatible IMO drive systems.
- Helps dissipate regenerative energy generated during motor deceleration.
- Supports faster and more controlled stopping of industrial machinery.
- Helps minimise inverter overvoltage faults during braking cycles.
- Suitable for machinery with frequent starts, stops or reversing operations.
- Robust construction for installation in industrial control environments.
Key Features
- IMO dynamic braking resistor.
- Manufacturer reference B6BRC1N06-30-A.
- Designed to absorb and dissipate regenerated motor energy.
- Supports controlled deceleration of high-inertia motor loads.
- Suitable for use with compatible braking transistor circuits.
- Industrial-duty resistor construction.
- Designed for fixed installation with adequate ventilation.
- Suitable for machine building and industrial automation applications.
Reliable Dynamic Braking for Motor-Control Systems
During rapid deceleration, rotating machinery can return electrical energy to the variable frequency drive. Without a suitable means of dissipating this energy, the inverter’s DC-bus voltage may rise and trigger an overvoltage alarm or protective shutdown.
The IMO B6BRC1N06-30-A works with a compatible braking circuit to convert regenerated energy into heat. This improves control over stopping cycles and makes the resistor particularly useful for conveyors, hoists, centrifuges and other machinery where reliable deceleration is essential.
Typical Applications
- Industrial conveyors and material-handling equipment.
- Hoists, lifts and vertical-motion systems.
- Packaging and production machinery.
- Centrifuges, mixers and high-inertia rotating equipment.
- Machine tools and automated manufacturing systems.
- Winding, unwinding and reversing applications.
Technical Specifications
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| Phase | Single Phase | |
|---|---|---|
| Poles | 1-pole + N | |
| Voltage | 230 V | |
| Device Type | RCBO | |
| Residual Current | 30 mA | |
| Manufacturer | IMO Precision Controls | |
| Model | B6BRC1N06-30-A | |
| Product type | Dynamic braking resistor | |
| Function | Regenerative energy dissipation | |
| Resistance | 30 Ω | |
| Application | Variable frequency drive braking | |
| Load type | Intermittent dynamic braking duty | |
| Installation | Fixed industrial installation | |
| Connection | Connection to a compatible drive braking circuit | |
| Operating environment | Industrial control panels and machinery | |
| Cooling method | Natural air cooling | |
| Compatibility | Selected IMO inverter-drive systems | |
| HS Code | 8536201090 | |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMO B6BRC1N06-30-A used for?
It is used to dissipate regenerative electrical energy produced when an inverter-controlled motor decelerates, helping provide reliable dynamic braking.
What is the resistance of the B6BRC1N06-30-A?
The product reference indicates a nominal resistance of 30 ohms.
Can this braking resistor reduce drive overvoltage trips?
Yes. When correctly selected and connected to a compatible braking circuit, it helps prevent excessive DC-bus voltage during rapid motor deceleration.
Is the B6BRC1N06-30-A suitable for continuous braking?
Braking resistors are normally selected according to intermittent braking duty, cycle time and regenerated energy. The application must remain within the resistor and drive manufacturer’s permitted operating limits.
Where should this braking resistor be installed?
It should be securely installed in a well-ventilated industrial location with suitable clearance from heat-sensitive materials, following the applicable IMO installation guidance.
Trusted Motor-Control Solutions from IMO
IMO braking components support machine builders, panel builders and automation engineers by providing dependable energy dissipation for controlled motor deceleration in industrial drive applications.
