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The MPL-B4540F-HK72AA is a low-inertia brushless rotary servo motor designed for industrial motion-control and automated machinery applications.
It belongs to the MPL Low-Inertia Servo Motor Series within the broader MP-Series product family.
The motor uses a 130 mm metric frame and a 101.6 mm magnet stack, placing it in a relatively high-torque configuration within the compact MPL motor range.
The motor is rated for approximately 3000 rpm, with approximately 10.2 N·m continuous torque and 27.1 N·m peak torque.
The H K configuration is intended for applications requiring a higher-resolution feedback arrangement together with a keyless shaft.
The 72AA configuration is a no-brake version, so there is no integral 24 V DC holding brake in this particular model.
This combination makes the MPL-B4540F-HK72AA especially suitable for machines where accurate feedback and rapid servo response are important, but where an integral motor holding brake is not required.
The motor also uses a right-angle SpeedTEC DIN connector, which is useful when the motor is installed in a machine with restricted cable-routing space.
The overall design is aimed at applications requiring repeatable positioning, controlled acceleration and deceleration, coordinated motion, and stable closed-loop speed control.
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | MPL-B4540F-HK72AA |
| Brand | Allen-Bradley |
| Product Family | MP-Series |
| Product Series | MPL Low-Inertia Servo Motors |
| Product Type | Brushless Rotary Servo Motor |
| Motor Category | Industrial Servo Motor |
| Voltage Class | 400 V AC |
| Frame Class | Frame 45 |
| Metric Frame Size | 130 mm |
| Magnet Stack | 40 |
| Magnet Stack Length | 101.6 mm |
| Rated Speed | 3000 rpm |
| Maximum Speed | 3000 rpm |
| Feedback Type | High-resolution incremental encoder |
| Shaft Type | Keyless shaft |
| Brake | No integral brake |
| Connector | SpeedTEC DIN |
| Connector Style | Right-angle |
| Mounting | Metric flange |
| Motor Design | Low inertia |
The MPL series is designed around brushless servo motor technology for industrial motion applications.
The low-inertia design is particularly useful when a machine needs fast acceleration, rapid deceleration, frequent positioning, or repeated changes in direction.
Within the MPL family, different models can be selected according to motor size, magnet-stack length, speed, feedback type, shaft configuration, brake requirement, and connector arrangement.
| Parameter | MPL-B4540F-HK72AA |
|---|---|
| Model | MPL-B4540F-HK72AA |
| Motor Type | Brushless rotary servo motor |
| Product Series | MPL Low-Inertia |
| Product Family | MP-Series |
| Voltage Class | 400 V AC |
| Armature Voltage Class | 460 V |
| Rated Speed | 3000 rpm |
| Maximum Speed | 3000 rpm |
| Continuous Stall Torque | 10.2 N·m |
| Peak Stall Torque | 27.1 N·m |
| Rated Output | Approx. 2.6 kW |
| Rotor Inertia | Approx. 0.00052 kg·m² |
| Feedback | High-resolution incremental encoder |
| Feedback Resolution | High-resolution encoder configuration |
| Shaft | Keyless |
| Brake | No integral brake |
| Connector | SpeedTEC DIN |
| Connector Type | Right-angle |
| Connector Rotation | 180° rotatable |
| Frame Size | 130 mm |
| Frame Designation | Frame 45 |
| Magnet Stack Length | 101.6 mm |
| Mounting | Metric flange |
| Shaft Seal | No shaft seal |
| Approx. Motor Weight | 8.6 kg |
| Approx. Weight | 8.6 kg |
| Operating Temperature | Approximately 0 to 40 °C |
| Main Application | Industrial servo motion control |
The MPL-B4540F-HK72AA shares the basic B4540F mechanical platform with several other MPL configurations.
Its major differences are the feedback arrangement, keyless shaft configuration, and no-brake design.
The MPL-B4540F-HK72AA uses a 130 mm metric frame with a 101.6 mm magnet stack.
The 130 mm frame is the primary mechanical mounting dimension used when integrating the motor into a machine.
The 101.6 mm magnet stack indicates the longer motor stack used in the B4540F configuration.
| Mechanical Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | MPL-B4540F-HK72AA |
| Frame Size | 130 mm |
| Frame Designation | Frame 45 |
| Magnet Stack Length | 101.6 mm |
| Flange Type | Metric flange |
| Mounting Frame | 130 mm class |
| Shaft | Keyless |
| Shaft Seal | None |
| Connector | Right-angle SpeedTEC DIN |
| Connector Rotation | 180° |
| Brake | No integral brake |
| Approx. Motor Weight | 8.6 kg |
| Overall Envelope | Depends on shaft projection and connector arrangement |
| Installation Clearance | Additional space required for connector and cable routing |
The approximate motor weight is 8.6 kg.
This value is useful when calculating machine-frame loads, robotic-axis mass, moving-axis inertia, mounting requirements, and transportation weight.
The actual overall installation envelope should not be calculated from the frame size alone.
The shaft projection, connector position, cable bend radius, mounting flange, and any coupling attached to the motor shaft must also be considered.
For a machine with very limited installation space, the connector direction is especially important.
The MPL-B4540F-HK72AA is a 3000 rpm servo motor with approximately 10.2 N·m continuous torque and 27.1 N·m peak torque.
This makes it suitable for medium-duty servo axes requiring a relatively high torque level without moving to a much larger motor frame.
| Performance Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | MPL-B4540F-HK72AA |
| Rated Speed | 3000 rpm |
| Maximum Speed | 3000 rpm |
| Continuous Torque | 10.2 N·m |
| Peak Torque | 27.1 N·m |
| Rated Output | Approx. 2.6 kW |
| Rotor Inertia | Approx. 0.00052 kg·m² |
| Frame Size | 130 mm |
| Stack Length | 101.6 mm |
| Approx. Weight | 8.6 kg |
The continuous torque rating is important when the motor has to carry a sustained mechanical load.
The peak torque rating is more relevant during acceleration, deceleration, indexing, transient loads, and rapid changes in machine speed.
Low inertia is one of the key characteristics of the MPL motor family.
The rotor is designed to respond quickly to changes in commanded speed.
In a machine that repeatedly accelerates and decelerates, a lower rotor inertia can help the servo system achieve the desired motion more quickly.
This is particularly useful for:
The motor is therefore better suited to dynamic motion than a conventional motor intended primarily for constant-speed operation.
One of the main characteristics of the HK72AA configuration is its high-resolution feedback arrangement.
High-resolution feedback allows the servo controller to obtain more detailed information about motor position and movement.
This can be valuable when the application requires:
The feedback system works together with the servo drive.
The controller issues a motion command, the drive supplies controlled current to the motor, and the feedback device reports the motor’s actual motion.
The control system then continuously corrects the motor command according to the difference between commanded and actual movement.
The MPL-B4540F-HK72AA uses a keyless shaft.
This is an important difference from models such as the HJ72AA, which use a keyed shaft.
A keyless shaft is commonly used with specially designed clamping couplings or other shaft-locking arrangements.
The connection relies on the clamping mechanism rather than a traditional shaft key.
This can provide a very concentric mechanical connection when the correct coupling is used.
Keyless shaft arrangements can be useful in precision motion systems where accurate alignment and low mechanical play are important.
Typical applications include:
The coupling must be selected specifically for the motor shaft diameter, torque, speed, and required allowable misalignment.
The MPL-B4540F-HK72AA is a no-brake configuration.
There is no integral 24 V DC holding brake on this motor.
This makes the model suitable for applications where the machine does not require a motor-mounted holding brake.
It can also be useful where another mechanical braking or locking mechanism is already installed.
The absence of a brake can simplify the motor-side configuration and eliminates the need for brake wiring at the motor.
However, this characteristic should be considered carefully for vertical axes.
If a vertical load can move under gravity when servo torque is removed, the machine may require a brake-equipped motor or an independent mechanical holding device.
The motor uses a SpeedTEC DIN connector in a right-angle configuration.
The right-angle connector helps reduce the amount of space required for cable routing directly behind the motor.
This can be useful in compact machinery where a straight connector would interfere with the machine frame or adjacent components.
The connector arrangement also allows rotational positioning.
This gives the installer more flexibility when routing the servo cable.
Typical benefits include:
The MPL-B4540F-HK72AA is designed for servo applications where dynamic response and accurate feedback are more important than simple constant-speed operation.
A servo system normally consists of several coordinated elements.
The controller generates the motion command.
The servo drive controls the electrical power supplied to the motor.
The motor converts electrical energy into mechanical torque.
The encoder provides feedback.
The control system uses this feedback to maintain the required speed and position.
This arrangement allows the motor to perform controlled acceleration, deceleration, positioning, synchronization, and speed regulation.
The MPL-B4540F-HK72AA is particularly useful where machine motion needs to be repeatable from one production cycle to the next.
The high-resolution feedback configuration is one of the main reasons to choose the HK72AA model.
It provides detailed motor-position information for the servo control system.
This is especially useful for precise positioning and coordinated motion.
The low-inertia design allows fast changes in motor speed.
This is beneficial in high-cycle machinery.
The motor can respond quickly to acceleration and deceleration commands when the complete servo system is correctly tuned.
The 10.2 N·m continuous torque rating provides useful continuous load capacity.
The 27.1 N·m peak torque rating provides additional capacity for acceleration and transient load conditions.
The 3000 rpm speed rating provides a useful balance between torque and speed.
It is suitable for many rotary and transmission-driven machine axes.
The keyless shaft can provide a precise mechanical interface when used with a suitable clamping coupling.
This can be particularly useful in precision motion systems.
The 130 mm frame allows the motor to provide relatively high torque while maintaining a manageable industrial mounting envelope.
The longer magnet stack gives the B4540F configuration its higher torque capability compared with shorter-stack MPL motors.
The right-angle connector makes the motor easier to install in machines with limited cable space.
Where a brake is not required, the no-brake configuration provides a simpler motor arrangement.
It avoids unnecessary brake wiring and allows the motor to be selected specifically for non-brake applications.
Packaging equipment often requires fast, repeatable motion.
The MPL-B4540F-HK72AA can be used for product feeding, indexing, positioning, cutting, rotary mechanisms, and synchronized motion.
The low-inertia design is useful for repeated acceleration and deceleration.
Automated assembly systems often require accurate positioning.
The motor can control rotary positioning mechanisms, transfer systems, assembly stations, and other servo-driven axes.
The high-resolution feedback configuration can be useful where precise positioning is required.
Rotary indexing machines require the motor to move quickly to a defined position and then stop accurately.
The combination of low inertia, high-resolution feedback, and peak torque makes this motor suitable for such applications.
Servo-controlled material-handling equipment can use the motor for controlled movement, synchronization, and positioning.
Applications include:
Printing equipment often requires synchronized movement between rollers, feeders, and other rotating components.
The feedback system allows the motor to operate as part of a coordinated motion system.
Labeling systems require accurate timing between product movement and label application.
A servo motor can control the relevant feed and positioning mechanisms with repeatable motion.
The motor can be considered for suitable auxiliary positioning and rotary axes.
The exact suitability depends on machine load, speed, torque, inertia, and required positioning performance.
Textile machinery often includes feeding, winding, tension-control, and positioning systems.
Servo control allows these mechanisms to operate with controlled speed and coordinated motion.
| Application | Suitability | Main Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Packaging machinery | Excellent | Low inertia and accurate feedback |
| Rotary indexing | Excellent | Fast response and precise positioning |
| Automated assembly | Excellent | High-resolution motion feedback |
| Material handling | Very Good | Controlled speed and acceleration |
| Printing machinery | Very Good | Synchronization |
| Labeling machines | Very Good | Accurate feed control |
| Textile machinery | Good | Speed and position control |
| Machine tools | Good | Servo positioning |
| Pick-and-place systems | Excellent | Dynamic response |
| Precision rotary axes | Excellent | High-resolution feedback |
| Vertical lifting axis | Requires additional holding solution | No integral brake |
| Constant-speed motor application | Usually unnecessary | Servo capability may be excessive |
The following models are useful comparisons for the MPL-B4540F-HK72AA.
| Model | Speed | Continuous Torque | Peak Torque | Feedback | Shaft | Brake | Stack | Frame | Approx. Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MPL-B4540F-HK72AA | 3000 rpm | 10.2 N·m | 27.1 N·m | High-resolution | Keyless | No | 101.6 mm | 130 mm | 8.6 kg |
| MPL-B4540F-HK74AA | 3000 rpm | 10.2 N·m | 27.1 N·m | High-resolution | Keyless | 24 V DC | 101.6 mm | 130 mm | 8.6 kg |
| MPL-B4540F-HJ72AA | 3000 rpm | 10.2 N·m | 27.1 N·m | Incremental | Keyed | No | 101.6 mm | 130 mm | 8.6 kg |
| MPL-B4540F-HJ74AA | 3000 rpm | 10.2 N·m | 27.1 N·m | Incremental | Keyed | 24 V DC | 101.6 mm | 130 mm | 8.6 kg |
| MPL-B4530K-HK72AA | 4000 rpm | 8.25 N·m | 20.3 N·m | High-resolution | Keyless | No | 76.2 mm | 130 mm | Approx. 7–8 kg class |
The first four models are particularly useful because they are based on the same B4540F motor platform.
The HJ models use a keyed shaft, while the HK models use a keyless shaft.
The 72AA configuration is the no-brake version, while the 74AA configuration includes a 24 V DC brake.
This makes these four models convenient for comparing feedback, shaft, and brake requirements without changing the basic motor size.
The HJ72AA is the most straightforward comparison with the HK72AA.
Both are no-brake B4540F motors.
The major difference is the feedback configuration and shaft arrangement.
The HJ72AA uses an incremental feedback configuration and keyed shaft, while the HK72AA uses the higher-resolution feedback configuration and keyless shaft.
The HJ72AA is therefore more suitable when a keyed mechanical connection is preferred.
The HJ74AA combines the incremental feedback configuration with a keyed shaft and 24 V DC brake.
It is a practical option when the application requires a motor-mounted holding brake.
The HK74AA is one of the closest alternatives to the HK72AA.
The basic motor performance and mechanical platform are similar, but the HK74AA adds the 24 V DC holding brake.
For applications requiring high-resolution feedback and a holding brake, the HK74AA is the more appropriate configuration.
The B4530K-HK72AA moves to a shorter magnet stack and a higher 4000 rpm speed class.
It provides approximately 8.25 N·m continuous torque and 20.3 N·m peak torque.
It is therefore a useful alternative when higher speed is more important than the additional torque provided by the B4540F motor.
The following models provide a broader comparison within the same brand’s servo-motor range.
They should not all be treated as direct replacements.
They represent different combinations of speed, torque, frame size, feedback, shaft configuration, and brake capability.
| Model | Product Type | Rated Speed | Continuous Torque | Peak Torque | Feedback | Brake | Dimensions | Approx. Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MPL-B4530K-HK72AA | Servo Motor | 4000 rpm | 8.25 N·m | 20.3 N·m | High-resolution | No | 130 mm frame × 76.2 mm stack | Approx. 7–8 kg |
| MPL-B4540F-HK74AA | Servo Motor | 3000 rpm | 10.2 N·m | 27.1 N·m | High-resolution | 24 V DC | 130 mm frame × 101.6 mm stack | 8.6 kg |
| MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA | Servo Motor | 3000 rpm | 14.1 N·m | 34.4 N·m | Multi-turn absolute | 24 V DC | 130 mm frame × 152.4 mm stack | 11.82 kg |
| MPL-B520K-MJ74AA | Servo Motor | Up to 4000 rpm | Approx. 10.7 N·m | Approx. 23.2 N·m | Multi-turn absolute | 24 V DC | Larger frame class | Approx. 9.8 kg |
| MPL-B540K-MJ74AA | Servo Motor | 4000 rpm | 19.4 N·m | 48.6 N·m | Multi-turn absolute | 24 V DC | 165 mm frame × 101.6 mm stack class | Approx. 15.0 kg |
The B4530K is attractive when higher speed is required.
The B4540F is a balanced option for 3000 rpm applications.
The B4560F provides greater torque while remaining within the general MPL low-inertia family.
The B520K and B540K move into larger motor classes and can be considered when the required torque exceeds the B4540F/B4560F range.
| Application Requirement | Suitable Model |
|---|---|
| 3000 rpm, high-resolution feedback, no brake | MPL-B4540F-HK72AA |
| 3000 rpm, high-resolution feedback, brake | MPL-B4540F-HK74AA |
| 3000 rpm, incremental feedback, keyed shaft | MPL-B4540F-HJ72AA |
| 3000 rpm, incremental feedback, keyed shaft and brake | MPL-B4540F-HJ74AA |
| 4000 rpm, high-resolution feedback | MPL-B4530K-HK72AA |
| Higher torque at 3000 rpm | MPL-B4560F series |
| Higher torque and larger frame | MPL-B540K series |
| Multi-turn absolute positioning | MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA or related M-series |
| Vertical axis requiring holding | Brake-equipped configuration |
| Precision rotary positioning | HK-series configuration |
The HK72AA configuration makes sense when the machine requires a combination of high-resolution feedback and a keyless mechanical shaft.
The keyless shaft can be attractive in precision mechanical assemblies where the coupling itself provides the shaft clamping function.
The high-resolution feedback provides the control system with detailed motion information.
The absence of a brake keeps the motor configuration relatively simple when mechanical holding is not required.
This combination can be particularly attractive for horizontal positioning axes.
Precision motion is not determined by the motor alone.
The mechanical structure, coupling, bearings, transmission, servo drive, encoder feedback, control software, and machine tuning all affect final positioning performance.
However, the MPL-B4540F-HK72AA provides a strong foundation for precision servo motion because it combines low rotor inertia with high-resolution feedback.
The keyless shaft can also be useful where mechanical concentricity and coupling accuracy are important.
High-cycle machinery places significant demands on a servo motor.
The motor may accelerate and decelerate thousands of times during a production shift.
The low-inertia design helps reduce the motor’s own rotational resistance to changes in speed.
The peak torque capability provides additional capacity during rapid movement.
The high-resolution feedback allows the servo system to monitor motor position accurately throughout the cycle.
This combination makes the motor well suited to repetitive industrial automation.
The motor should be mounted to a rigid machine structure.
The mounting flange should be correctly aligned.
The shaft coupling should be selected according to the required torque and speed.
For a keyless shaft, the coupling must be tightened according to the coupling manufacturer’s requirements.
The clamping connection should be clean and correctly aligned.
Any contamination between the shaft and coupling can reduce the reliability of the mechanical connection.
The motor should not be used to support loads beyond its allowable shaft-loading capability.
The servo cable should be routed so that it is protected from excessive bending and mechanical damage.
Cable tracks should provide the required bend radius.
The connector should not be subjected to continuous pulling or twisting forces.
Because the motor uses a right-angle connector, the connector orientation should be selected before final cable routing.
This can prevent unnecessary cable loops and reduce mechanical stress on the connector.
Routine inspection should focus on both the motor and the machine mechanics.
Recommended inspection points include:
A sudden increase in vibration or temperature should be investigated before continued operation.
Mechanical misalignment can sometimes appear as an electrical or servo-control problem.
The motor is intended for industrial motion-control applications.
The installation environment should nevertheless be evaluated carefully.
Factors such as temperature, humidity, dust, oil, vibration, shock, and chemical exposure can affect long-term motor performance.
The model does not use a shaft seal, so applications involving significant contamination around the shaft area require additional consideration.
If the machine is exposed to washdown, coolant, dust, or aggressive chemicals, the environmental requirements should be checked before final motor selection.
The MPL-B4540F-HK72AA must be paired with a compatible servo drive.
The drive must support the motor’s voltage class, feedback arrangement, current requirements, and control method.
The drive should also be correctly sized for both continuous and peak motor requirements.
A drive that is too small may limit the available motor torque.
A drive that is incorrectly configured for the feedback system can result in feedback faults or unstable operation.
The complete servo package should therefore be considered as one system rather than treating the motor as an independent component.
| Industry / Machine | Typical Use |
|---|---|
| Packaging | Indexing, feeding, positioning |
| Food and consumer-product machinery | Rotary motion and synchronized axes |
| Assembly automation | Positioning and transfer |
| Material handling | Controlled transport and indexing |
| Printing | Roller synchronization |
| Labeling | Product and label synchronization |
| Textile machinery | Feeding and winding |
| Machine tools | Auxiliary positioning |
| Electronics assembly | Precision rotary motion |
| Semiconductor-related equipment | Precision positioning |
| Automated inspection | Rotary positioning |
| General factory automation | Servo-controlled machine axes |
| Feature | Practical Advantage |
|---|---|
| High-resolution feedback | Improved motion information for servo control |
| Low inertia | Fast acceleration and deceleration |
| 10.2 N·m continuous torque | Strong continuous load capability |
| 27.1 N·m peak torque | Good short-duration acceleration capacity |
| 3000 rpm speed | Balanced speed and torque |
| Keyless shaft | Precision coupling capability |
| No brake | Simple configuration where holding is unnecessary |
| 130 mm frame | Compact industrial mounting format |
| 101.6 mm stack | Higher torque within the frame family |
| Right-angle connector | Convenient cable routing |
| Rotatable connector | Flexible installation |
| 2.6 kW class output | Suitable for medium-duty servo axes |
| Low-inertia MPL design | Good fit for high-cycle automation |
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | MPL-B4540F-HK72AA |
| Brand | Allen-Bradley |
| Product Family | MP-Series |
| Product Series | MPL Low-Inertia Servo Motor |
| Motor Type | Brushless rotary servo motor |
| Voltage Class | 400 V AC |
| Armature Voltage | 460 V class |
| Rated Speed | 3000 rpm |
| Maximum Speed | 3000 rpm |
| Continuous Torque | 10.2 N·m |
| Peak Torque | 27.1 N·m |
| Rated Power | Approx. 2.6 kW |
| Rotor Inertia | Approx. 0.00052 kg·m² |
| Feedback | High-resolution incremental encoder |
| Shaft | Keyless |
| Brake | No integral brake |
| Connector | SpeedTEC DIN |
| Connector Style | Right angle |
| Connector Rotation | 180° |
| Frame Size | 130 mm |
| Frame Designation | 45 |
| Magnet Stack | 101.6 mm |
| Mounting | Metric flange |
| Shaft Seal | None |
| Dimensions | 130 mm frame × 101.6 mm magnet-stack class |
| Approx. Weight | 8.6 kg |
| Primary Use | Industrial servo motion control |
| Main Strength | High-resolution feedback with low-inertia dynamic response |
The MPL-B4540F-HK72AA is a strong choice for industrial servo applications that require fast dynamic response, relatively high torque, high-resolution feedback, and a precision-oriented mechanical shaft connection.
Its 130 mm frame and 101.6 mm magnet stack give it a useful balance between physical size and torque capability.
The approximately 10.2 N·m continuous torque rating makes it suitable for medium-duty servo axes, while the approximately 27.1 N·m peak torque rating provides additional capacity during acceleration and transient load conditions.
The 3000 rpm operating speed is appropriate for many industrial rotary applications.
The high-resolution feedback configuration is useful where accurate position information and repeatable motion are important.
The keyless shaft is another important feature. When combined with an appropriate clamping coupling, it can provide a precise mechanical connection for servo applications.
The motor does not include an integral brake.
That makes the HK72AA particularly suitable for horizontal axes and other applications where a motor-mounted holding brake is not required.
For vertical or gravity-loaded applications, a brake-equipped configuration or separate mechanical holding system should be considered.
The right-angle SpeedTEC DIN connector is also useful in compact machines because it gives the machine builder more flexibility when routing cables around the motor.
Overall, the MPL-B4540F-HK72AA can be described as a 130 mm-frame, 101.6 mm-stack, 3000 rpm low-inertia servo motor with approximately 10.2 N·m continuous torque, 27.1 N·m peak torque, high-resolution feedback, keyless shaft, no integral brake, and a right-angle industrial servo connector.
It is particularly well suited to precision positioning, packaging, indexing, assembly, material handling, printing, labeling, and other high-cycle industrial automation applications where rapid servo response and detailed feedback are important.