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The Allen-Bradley MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA is a high-performance low-inertia AC brushless servo motor from the MP-Series MPL Low-Inertia Servo Motor family.
This model is designed for industrial motion-control applications where accurate positioning, fast acceleration and deceleration, stable speed regulation, and reliable torque performance are required.
The motor uses a 460 V AC class power configuration, a 130 mm frame size, and a 152.4 mm magnet stack length. It is rated for 3000 rpm and provides approximately 14.1 N·m of continuous torque and 34.4 N·m of peak torque.
The model is equipped with a multi-turn high-resolution absolute encoder, a keyed shaft, a 24 V DC holding brake, and a right-angle SpeedTEC DIN connector. The connector can be rotated to accommodate different machine layouts, which is particularly useful where cabinet space, cable routing, or mechanical access is limited.
The MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA is therefore well suited to medium- and relatively high-duty servo axes in packaging equipment, material handling systems, automated assembly machinery, machine tools, converting equipment, printing machinery, and other industrial automation systems.
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Allen-Bradley |
| Product Series | MP-Series MPL Low-Inertia Servo Motors |
| Product Family | MPL Low-Inertia Brushless Servo Motors |
| Model | MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA |
| Motor Type | AC Brushless Servo Motor |
| Motor Configuration | Rotary Servo Motor |
| Voltage Class | 460 V AC |
| Rated Speed | 3000 rpm |
| Frame Size | 130 mm |
| Magnet Stack Length | 152.4 mm |
| Feedback | Multi-turn high-resolution absolute encoder |
| Shaft | Keyed shaft extension |
| Brake | 24 V DC brake |
| Connector | SpeedTEC DIN, right-angle, rotatable |
| Mounting | IEC metric flange mounting |
| Product Status | Active product configuration |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA |
| Product Series | MP-Series MPL |
| Motor Type | Low-inertia brushless AC servo motor |
| Voltage | 460 V AC class |
| Rated Speed | 3000 rpm |
| Maximum Speed | 3000 rpm class |
| Continuous Output Torque | 14.1 N·m |
| Peak Torque | 34.4 N·m |
| Continuous Rated Power | 3.2 kW |
| Continuous Stall Current | Approx. 11.8 A |
| Peak Stall Current | Approx. 36.0 A |
| Rotor Inertia | Approx. 0.00082 kg·m² |
| Frame Size | 130 mm |
| Frame Designation | Frame 45 |
| Magnet Stack | 152.4 mm |
| Feedback Type | Multi-turn absolute |
| Feedback Resolution | Sin/Cos, 1024 cycles/rev class |
| Feedback Protocol | Hiperface |
| Shaft Type | Keyed shaft extension |
| Brake | 24 V DC integrated brake |
| Connector | SpeedTEC DIN |
| Connector Orientation | Right-angle |
| Connector Rotation | 180° rotatable |
| Mounting | IEC metric flange mounting |
| Mounting Holes | Free mounting holes, Type FF |
| Shaft Seal | Standard configuration without shaft seal |
| Protection | IP50 class standard; higher protection can depend on sealing/cable configuration |
| Operating Temperature | Up to approximately 40 °C |
| Motor Construction | Brushless permanent-magnet servo motor |
| Approx. Motor Weight | Approx. 11.8 kg |
| Approx. Overall Envelope | Approx. 305 × 229 × 255 mm, configuration dependent |
| Application Type | Precision industrial motion control |
The model number MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA contains useful information about the motor configuration.
| Model Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
| MPL | MPL low-inertia servo motor family |
| B | 460 V AC class |
| 45 | 130 mm frame size |
| 60 | 152.4 mm magnet stack length |
| F | 3000 rpm speed class |
| M | Multi-turn high-resolution absolute encoder |
| J | Keyed shaft extension |
| 7 | SpeedTEC DIN right-angle connector |
| 4 | 24 V DC brake |
| AA | Standard configuration designation |
This coding structure makes it easier to compare the MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA with other motors in the same family.
For example, changing the feedback code, shaft configuration, brake configuration, or stack length can produce a motor with similar mechanical characteristics but different electrical or machine-integration requirements.
The MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA is designed for servo applications requiring a combination of high positioning accuracy, rapid dynamic response, and substantial continuous torque in a relatively compact motor package.
Its low-inertia rotor construction allows the motor to respond quickly to changes in command speed and position. This characteristic is especially important in machines that repeatedly accelerate, decelerate, reverse direction, or perform precise indexing operations.
The 130 mm frame and 152.4 mm stack provide a significantly higher torque capability than shorter-stack MPL motors while maintaining the same general family architecture.
With approximately 14.1 N·m continuous torque and 34.4 N·m peak torque, this model occupies a useful middle-to-upper range within the 3000 rpm MPL family.
The motor is particularly suitable when a machine requires more torque than smaller 130 mm-frame MPL motors can provide but does not justify moving immediately to a significantly larger 165 mm-frame servo motor.
The MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA provides approximately 14.1 N·m of continuous torque.
Continuous torque is one of the most important parameters when selecting a servo motor because it determines the motor’s ability to maintain a load over an extended period without exceeding its thermal operating limits.
For applications involving continuous conveyor movement, rotary mechanisms, material transport, indexing tables, feed axes, or other mechanisms that require sustained mechanical output, the continuous torque rating should be compared against the calculated RMS torque requirement of the machine.
The 14.1 N·m rating gives this motor a strong advantage over shorter-stack models such as the MPL-B4530F and MPL-B4540F.
The peak torque capability is approximately 34.4 N·m.
Peak torque is important during acceleration, deceleration, rapid positioning, short-duration overload conditions, and sudden changes in mechanical load.
The peak torque rating is more than twice the continuous torque rating, giving the motor useful dynamic capability for applications with frequent motion changes.
For example, a machine may require only moderate torque during steady operation but substantially higher torque when rapidly accelerating a large mechanism.
In this type of application, the peak torque capability can be just as important as the continuous torque rating.
The MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA has a continuous rated power of approximately 3.2 kW.
The 3.2 kW rating places this model in a useful range for medium-duty and higher-demand automated machinery.
The combination of 3.2 kW output, 3000 rpm speed, and 14.1 N·m continuous torque makes the motor suitable for applications where both speed and torque are important.
The motor should not be selected on power alone. Actual motor selection should also consider load inertia, acceleration time, duty cycle, RMS torque, peak torque, mechanical transmission ratio, operating speed, and the characteristics of the servo drive.
The rated speed is 3000 rpm.
This speed class is widely useful for industrial servo applications because it provides a practical balance between torque output and rotational speed.
A 3000 rpm servo motor can be used directly on many rotary mechanisms or combined with gearboxes, belts, ball screws, gear trains, timing pulleys, and other mechanical transmission systems.
When a gearbox is used, the motor can provide high-speed rotary motion while the mechanical transmission converts the output into higher torque or lower linear speed at the machine axis.
One of the most important features of the MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA is its multi-turn high-resolution absolute feedback system.
An absolute encoder provides the servo system with positional information without relying solely on incremental counting from a reference point.
The multi-turn function is especially useful when the machine axis can rotate through multiple revolutions and the controller needs to maintain accurate position information across those turns.
This configuration is valuable for:
The high-resolution feedback also allows the servo drive to make precise corrections to motor position and speed.
The MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA uses a keyed shaft extension.
A keyed shaft is useful where a mechanical coupling, pulley, sprocket, gearbox input, or other rotating component requires a positive mechanical connection.
The key helps prevent relative rotational movement between the shaft and the mounted component when the connection is properly designed and installed.
For industrial machinery, the keyed configuration can be particularly convenient when replacing an existing motor that already uses a keyed mechanical interface.
The model includes a 24 V DC brake.
The brake is primarily intended as a holding mechanism rather than as a replacement for normal servo-controlled deceleration.
This is important in vertical-axis applications, lifting mechanisms, and machines where the motor shaft must remain stationary when servo power is removed.
Typical applications include:
Brake operation must be properly coordinated with the servo drive and machine safety system.
The motor uses a SpeedTEC DIN connector with a right-angle configuration.
The connector can be rotated through approximately 180 degrees, providing useful flexibility during machine installation.
This is particularly valuable in compact machinery where a conventional straight connector may interfere with guards, covers, cable trays, or adjacent components.
The rotatable connector also helps simplify cable routing and can reduce mechanical stress on the motor cable.
The motor uses a 130 mm frame with a 152.4 mm magnet stack.
The 130 mm frame corresponds to the Frame 45 designation used within this motor family.
The stack length is 152.4 mm, or approximately 6 inches.
Because the exact external envelope can depend on connector orientation, shaft configuration, brake arrangement, and installation accessories, overall dimensions should be treated as an approximate mechanical planning value rather than a substitute for the final dimensional drawing.
| Mechanical Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA |
| Frame Size | 130 mm |
| Frame Designation | Frame 45 |
| Magnet Stack Length | 152.4 mm |
| Shaft | Keyed |
| Brake | Integrated 24 V DC |
| Connector | Right-angle SpeedTEC DIN |
| Connector Rotation | 180° |
| Mounting | IEC metric |
| Flange Mount | Yes |
| Mounting Hole Style | Free mounting holes, Type FF |
| Approx. Overall Length | Approx. 305 mm |
| Approx. Overall Width | Approx. 229 mm |
| Approx. Overall Height / Diameter Envelope | Approx. 255 mm class |
| Approx. Weight | 11.8 kg |
| Weight Classification | Medium/heavy industrial servo motor |
| Installation Orientation | Suitable for industrial machine mounting subject to installation requirements |
The approximate 11.8 kg weight should be treated as a practical reference value. Final shipping or installation weight can vary depending on exact motor configuration, cable arrangement, mounting hardware, and accessory selection.
The 130 mm frame combined with a 152.4 mm stack provides a strong torque-to-size ratio.
The motor can deliver approximately 14.1 N·m continuous torque without moving to a substantially larger motor frame.
This makes it useful where machine designers need additional torque but have limited installation space.
The low-inertia design allows the rotor to accelerate and decelerate quickly.
This is beneficial in applications with frequent start-stop cycles, rapid indexing, reciprocating movement, and demanding positioning profiles.
The motor can therefore contribute to shorter machine cycle times when properly matched with the load and servo drive.
The multi-turn absolute encoder provides accurate position feedback and is particularly valuable in systems where the axis may rotate through multiple revolutions.
This can simplify machine initialization and improve position management compared with systems that depend entirely on incremental feedback and repeated homing operations.
The 24 V DC brake adds an important mechanical holding function.
It is especially useful on vertical axes and other mechanisms where the motor shaft needs to remain stationary when servo power is removed.
The 180° rotatable right-angle connector makes the motor easier to integrate into compact machinery.
This can be helpful when motors are installed close to machine frames, guards, cable carriers, gearboxes, or other components.
The keyed shaft provides a conventional and robust mechanical interface.
It is suitable for couplings, pulleys, gearboxes, and other mechanical transmission components designed for keyed motor shafts.
The combination of 3000 rpm speed, 14.1 N·m continuous torque, 34.4 N·m peak torque, and high-resolution absolute feedback makes this model suitable for demanding motion profiles.
It can support both continuous motion and repeated dynamic positioning when correctly matched to the application.
The MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA can be used in packaging machinery requiring accurate synchronization between feeding, cutting, sealing, indexing, and conveying mechanisms.
The low-inertia rotor and absolute feedback are useful for applications where cycle time and repeatability are important.
The motor is suitable for automated material handling equipment such as positioning axes, transfer mechanisms, conveyor indexing systems, and rotary handling units.
The integrated brake is particularly useful when the machine includes vertical movement.
Automated assembly systems frequently require controlled acceleration, accurate positioning, and repeatable motion.
The motor can be used for assembly stations, indexing mechanisms, pick-and-place axes, and rotary positioning equipment.
The 3000 rpm speed class and high-resolution feedback make the motor suitable for selected machine tool axes.
Applications can include feed mechanisms, positioning axes, auxiliary rotary axes, tool handling mechanisms, and other controlled machine movements.
The final motor selection should always consider the actual cutting forces, axis inertia, duty cycle, and drive requirements.
Printing and converting machinery often requires accurate synchronization between rollers, feeders, cutters, and other moving elements.
The absolute encoder and low-inertia construction can help maintain precise speed and position control.
Electronic manufacturing equipment often requires repeatable positioning and controlled acceleration.
The MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA can be applied to automated assembly, indexing, transport, inspection, and precision positioning mechanisms.
Automotive production systems use servo motors for numerous automated operations, including positioning, handling, pressing, indexing, assembly, and material movement.
The motor’s combination of torque capacity, speed, feedback resolution, and braking capability makes it suitable for many of these applications.
The following models are useful alternatives when comparing the MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA with motors having similar mechanical or electrical characteristics.
| Model | Voltage Class | Frame / Stack | Speed | Continuous Torque | Peak Torque | Power | Feedback | Shaft | Brake | Approx. Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MPL-B4530F-MJ74AA | 460 V AC | 130 / 76.2 mm | 3000 rpm | 8.25 N·m | 20.3 N·m | 2.1 kW | Multi-turn absolute | Keyed | 24 V DC | Approx. 7.3 kg |
| MPL-B4540F-MJ74AA | 460 V AC | 130 / 101.6 mm | 3000 rpm | 10.2 N·m | 27.1 N·m | 2.6 kW | Multi-turn absolute | Keyed | 24 V DC | Approx. 8.6 kg |
| MPL-B4560F-MJ72AA | 460 V AC | 130 / 152.4 mm | 3000 rpm | 14.1 N·m | 34.4 N·m | 3.2 kW | Multi-turn absolute | Keyed | No brake | Approx. 6.8–12 kg |
| MPL-B4560F-MK74AA | 460 V AC | 130 / 152.4 mm | 3000 rpm | 14.1 N·m | 34.4 N·m | 3.2 kW | Multi-turn absolute | Keyless | 24 V DC | Approx. 7–13 kg |
| MPL-B540K-MJ74AA | 460 V AC | 165 mm class | 4000 rpm | 19.4 N·m | 48.6 N·m | 5.4 kW | Multi-turn absolute | Keyed | 24 V DC | Approx. 15 kg |
The MPL-B4530F-MJ74AA is a good choice when the application requires less torque and a shorter motor package.
The MPL-B4540F-MJ74AA provides an intermediate torque level and is often suitable when the B4530F does not provide enough continuous torque.
The MPL-B4560F-MJ72AA is mechanically very close to the requested model but removes the integrated brake.
The MPL-B4560F-MK74AA retains the same general power and torque class while changing the shaft arrangement to a keyless configuration.
The MPL-B540K-MJ74AA is a larger and more powerful alternative for applications requiring substantially higher torque and 4000 rpm operation.
The following models are useful for broader product-family comparison and selection.
| Model | Voltage Class | Frame / Stack | Speed | Continuous Torque | Peak Torque | Power | Feedback | Shaft | Brake | Approx. Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MPL-B4530F-MJ74AA | 460 V AC | 130 / 76.2 mm | 3000 rpm | 8.25 N·m | 20.3 N·m | 2.1 kW | Multi-turn absolute | Keyed | 24 V DC | Approx. 7.3 kg |
| MPL-B4540F-MJ74AA | 460 V AC | 130 / 101.6 mm | 3000 rpm | 10.2 N·m | 27.1 N·m | 2.6 kW | Multi-turn absolute | Keyed | 24 V DC | Approx. 8.6 kg |
| MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA | 460 V AC | 130 / 152.4 mm | 3000 rpm | 14.1 N·m | 34.4 N·m | 3.2 kW | Multi-turn absolute | Keyed | 24 V DC | Approx. 11.8 kg |
| MPL-B520K-MJ74AA | 460 V AC | 165 mm class | 4000 rpm | 10.7 N·m | 23.3 N·m class | 3.5 kW | Multi-turn absolute | Keyed | 24 V DC | Approx. 13–15 kg |
| MPL-B540K-MJ74AA | 460 V AC | 165 mm class | 4000 rpm | 19.4 N·m | 48.6 N·m | 5.4 kW | Multi-turn absolute | Keyed | 24 V DC | Approx. 15 kg |
These models cover a useful range from approximately 2.1 kW to 5.4 kW.
For machines requiring a compact 130 mm frame, the B4530F, B4540F, and B4560F models provide a logical progression in torque and stack length.
For applications requiring substantially more power and higher speed, the B520K and B540K families provide a larger-frame alternative.
| Parameter | MPL-B4560F-MJ72AA | MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA | MPL-B4560F-MK72AA | MPL-B4560F-MK74AA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Voltage | 460 V AC | 460 V AC | 460 V AC | 460 V AC |
| Frame | 130 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm | 130 mm |
| Stack | 152.4 mm | 152.4 mm | 152.4 mm | 152.4 mm |
| Speed | 3000 rpm | 3000 rpm | 3000 rpm | 3000 rpm |
| Continuous Torque | 14.1 N·m | 14.1 N·m | 14.1 N·m | 14.1 N·m |
| Peak Torque | 34.4 N·m | 34.4 N·m | 34.4 N·m | 34.4 N·m |
| Power | 3.2 kW | 3.2 kW | 3.2 kW | 3.2 kW |
| Feedback | Multi-turn absolute | Multi-turn absolute | Multi-turn absolute | Multi-turn absolute |
| Shaft | Keyed | Keyed | Keyless | Keyless |
| Brake | No | 24 V DC | No | 24 V DC |
| Connector | SpeedTEC DIN | SpeedTEC DIN | SpeedTEC DIN | SpeedTEC DIN |
| Approx. Weight | 6.8–12 kg class | 11.8 kg class | 7–12 kg class | 7–13 kg class |
The MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA is the best choice among these configurations when both a keyed shaft and integrated holding brake are required.
The MPL-B4560F-MJ72AA is preferable when the machine does not require an integrated brake.
The MPL-B4560F-MK74AA is more appropriate when a keyless shaft connection is required together with a 24 V DC brake.
| Application Requirement | Recommended Configuration |
|---|---|
| Compact 3000 rpm servo axis | MPL-B4530F-MJ74AA |
| Medium torque 130 mm frame | MPL-B4540F-MJ74AA |
| Higher torque, 130 mm frame | MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA |
| B4560F without brake | MPL-B4560F-MJ72AA |
| B4560F with keyless shaft | MPL-B4560F-MK74AA |
| Higher power and 4000 rpm | MPL-B540K-MJ74AA |
| Vertical axis requiring holding brake | MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA |
| Precision multi-turn positioning | MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA |
| Heavy rotary load | MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA |
| Higher-power industrial axis | MPL-B540K-MJ74AA |
The MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA should be installed on a sufficiently rigid machine structure.
Because servo motors can generate rapid acceleration and deceleration forces, the mounting surface must be capable of handling the resulting reaction torque.
The keyed shaft should be matched with the correct coupling, pulley, gearbox, or mechanical transmission component.
Improper shaft alignment can result in excessive radial or axial loading, bearing wear, vibration, and reduced motor life.
The motor should also be installed with sufficient clearance for ventilation, cable routing, connector access, and maintenance.
The motor operates in the 460 V AC class and is intended for integration with a suitable servo drive and motion-control system.
The drive must be correctly matched to the motor’s rated current, voltage class, feedback configuration, brake requirements, and operating characteristics.
The absolute encoder connection is particularly important because the servo drive depends on accurate feedback to control position, velocity, and torque.
The 24 V DC brake should also be controlled according to the drive and machine sequence requirements.
Brake release and engagement timing should be considered during machine commissioning, particularly for vertical axes.
Low-inertia servo motors can provide fast dynamic response, but the overall machine response depends on the motor, drive, load, transmission system, and mechanical structure as a complete system.
Servo tuning should therefore consider:
A properly tuned system can take advantage of the motor’s low-inertia characteristics without introducing excessive mechanical oscillation or overshoot.
The 3.2 kW motor rating should be evaluated against the actual machine duty cycle.
A servo application that repeatedly operates at high torque can generate considerably more thermal stress than an application that operates at moderate torque with occasional short-duration peaks.
The following factors should be evaluated during motor selection:
The motor should not be selected solely according to the highest instantaneous torque requirement.
The MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA offers several practical advantages for machine builders.
First, its 130 mm frame provides a useful balance between physical size and torque capacity.
Second, the 152.4 mm stack gives the motor considerably more torque capability than shorter-stack motors in the same general family.
Third, the multi-turn absolute feedback system supports accurate position control and can be valuable in machines requiring repeatable positioning.
Fourth, the integrated 24 V DC brake adds a useful holding function without requiring a separate mechanical braking device.
Fifth, the right-angle rotatable connector makes cable installation easier in compact machine layouts.
Sixth, the keyed shaft provides a familiar mechanical interface for industrial transmission components.
The MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA is particularly attractive when the machine requires all of the following characteristics in one servo motor:
This combination makes the model a strong candidate for medium-duty and relatively high-performance industrial motion applications.
| Key Item | MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA |
|---|---|
| Brand | Allen-Bradley |
| Series | MP-Series MPL |
| Motor Type | Low-inertia brushless AC servo motor |
| Voltage | 460 V AC class |
| Frame | 130 mm |
| Stack | 152.4 mm |
| Rated Speed | 3000 rpm |
| Continuous Torque | 14.1 N·m |
| Peak Torque | 34.4 N·m |
| Rated Power | 3.2 kW |
| Feedback | Multi-turn high-resolution absolute |
| Shaft | Keyed |
| Brake | 24 V DC |
| Connector | SpeedTEC DIN, right-angle |
| Connector Rotation | 180° |
| Mounting | IEC metric |
| Approx. Rotor Inertia | 0.00082 kg·m² |
| Approx. Weight | 11.8 kg |
| Approx. Envelope | 305 × 229 × 255 mm class |
| Primary Application | Industrial precision motion control |
The Allen-Bradley MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA is a well-balanced 3.2 kW low-inertia servo motor designed for applications that require a combination of torque, speed, positioning accuracy, and mechanical flexibility.
Its 130 mm frame and 152.4 mm stack provide a substantial torque capability without requiring the physical size of a much larger servo motor.
The approximately 14.1 N·m continuous torque rating makes it suitable for sustained industrial motion, while the approximately 34.4 N·m peak torque capability provides additional capacity for acceleration and short-duration dynamic loads.
The multi-turn absolute encoder is a major advantage for precision positioning applications, especially where the machine must retain accurate position information over multiple revolutions.
The keyed shaft provides a conventional mechanical interface, while the 24 V DC brake makes the motor particularly useful for vertical or holding applications.
The right-angle SpeedTEC DIN connector with flexible orientation further improves mechanical integration and cable routing.
For machine builders looking for a 460 V AC class, 3000 rpm, approximately 3.2 kW servo motor with high-resolution multi-turn absolute feedback and an integrated brake, the MPL-B4560F-MJ74AA represents a strong and practical configuration within the MPL low-inertia servo family.
For final engineering selection, the motor should be matched against the actual load inertia, RMS torque, peak torque, acceleration/deceleration profile, duty cycle, ambient temperature, mechanical transmission, servo drive, brake requirements, and available installation space.