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BAUMÜLLER BM4423-SI1-212 Synchronous Servo Motor

Product Introduction:
The BAUMÜLLER BM4423-SI1-212 is a variant within the BM4423 servo motor family featuring a 4-pole (2 pole pair) winding configuration optimized for medium-speed, high-torque applications. This model utilizes natural convection cooling and a keyed shaft with radial sealing.

Cooling Method: Natural Convection (S) — Self-cooling via external housing surface.

Detailed content

Shaft Configuration: Keyed Shaft with Radial Shaft Seal (I) — DIN 6885-1 keyway with single radial lip seal on drive end.

Electrical ConnectionRotatable Connector (1) — M23 plug connector with 360° rotation capability.

Pole Configuration212 = 2 Pole Pairs (4 Poles) — Medium-speed variant optimized for balanced speed-torque performance.

Frame Size: 230 mm Flange Diameter

Motor Length Code: 23 (Medium Length) — Overall length approximately 280 mm (excluding shaft).

Rated TorqueApproximately 12–18 Nm

Peak Torque: Up to 3× Rated Torque (short-term overload capacity)

Rated Power: Approximately 4–6 kW

Maximum Rated Speed: Up to 4500 rpm (4-pole configuration)

Protection ClassIP65 (with shaft seal)

Insulation Class: Class F (155°C)

Ambient Temperature Range: -10°C to +40°C (continuous)

Housing Material: Aluminum Alloy Die-Cast (ADC12)

Stator Lamination0.35 mm Grain-Oriented Silicon Steel

Rotor Magnets: Sintered Neodymium (NdFeB) N42SH Grade

BearingsPrecision Deep Groove Ball Bearings (Both Ends) — Rated for C3 internal clearance for high-speed operation.

Shaft MaterialInduction-Hardened C45E Steel (1.0503)

Shaft DiameterStandard 42 mm or 55 mm (depending on torque rating)

Keyway: DIN 6885-1, Form A — 12×8 mm (for 42 mm shaft) or 14×9 mm (for 55 mm shaft)

Weight: Approximately 30–38 kg

Moment of Inertia: Approximately 0.020–0.040 kg·m²

Encoder Options: Incremental (HTL/TTL) or Absolute (EnDat 2.2, Hiperface DSL, BiSS-C) — Mounted on non-drive end.

Standards ComplianceEN 60034-1, EN 60034-5, EN 61800-5-1, CE Marked, UL Listed (option)

Applicable IndustriesInjection Molding Machines, Metal Forming Presses, Conveyor Drives, Elevator Systems, Winding Machines, Cut-to-Length Lines

Key Advantages:

  • 4-pole design delivers higher torque at lower speeds compared to 2-pole variants
  • Winding code 212 provides optimized back-EMF waveform for smooth sinusoidal commutation
  • Natural convection cooling enables quiet operation in noise-sensitive environments
  • IP65 rated with shaft seal suitable for dusty and humid industrial settings
  • High overload capacity (3× rated torque) handles peak load demands

Installation Requirements:

  • B5 flange mounting with 4× M10 bolts on 210 mm PCD.
  • Minimum 150 mm clearance around housing for air circulation.
  • Coupling alignment: ≤0.05 mm radial runout, ≤0.05 mm axial runout, ≤1° angular misalignment.

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