Overview
The Vahle KDS2/40 PH 168073 carbon brush is a precision collector brush designed for compact current collection in automated material handling and industrial power transfer systems. The KDS2/40 features a contact pressure drop of 0.15~0.3V, running 1000KM wear rate of <0.07mm, effective brush wear of 4~6mm, and operates in ambient temperatures from -40°C to +115°C. This replacement brush maintains reliable power delivery in demanding mobile and stationary applications.
Key Features
- Brush friction coefficient of 0.2 with powder metallurgy (copper and graphite) body material
- Maximum continuous operating speed up to 360 m/min with working voltage up to 1000V AC/DC
- Minimal contact pressure and low wear characteristics for extended service life
- Direct replacement for KDS2/40 assemblies in the U10 conductor system
- Suitable for vehicle suspension lines and lifting equipment in automotive and logistics applications
Technical Specifications
- Maximum Continuous Voltage: 1000V AC or DC
- Maximum Operating Speed: 360 m/min (U≤360)
- Contact Pressure Drop: 0.15~0.3V
- Brush Material: Powder Metallurgy (Copper and Graphite)
- Friction Coefficient: 0.2
- Wear Rate (1000KM): <0.07mm
- Effective Brush Wear: 4~6mm
- Ambient Temperature Range: -40°C to +115°C
- Maximum Traction Force: F≤20N
- Order Number: 168073
- Variant: PH (pole configuration)
Typical Applications
KDS2/40 collectors are primarily used in automobile suspension lines, lifting systems, logistics, automotive manufacturing, metallurgy, ports, power stations, and related industries including body racks, driving systems, mobile trolleys, stackers and reclaim equipment, loading and unloading systems, and container bridge cranes, with dominant applications in automotive manufacturing and logistics equipment.
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Vahle U10 insulated conductor systems
- KDS2/40 compact current collectors
- Vahle dual-power collector assemblies (PH configuration)
- Mobile power transfer and sliding contact line applications
- Overhead conductor rail systems in manufacturing and logistics
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Vahle KDS2/40 PH original carbon brush (168073)
- Compatible with KDS2/40 standard assemblies
- Original equipment replacement for Vahle current collectors
Works With
- Vahle KDS2/40 compact current collector series
- Vahle U10/25C insulated conductor systems
- Standard Vahle mounting and contact pressure systems
- Powder metallurgy conductor rail interfaces
