Wet Multi-Disc Brakes for Demanding Industrial & Mobile Applications
Oil-bath brake solutions designed for controlled braking performance, durability, and application-specific tuning.
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About Wet Multi-Disc Brakes
Knott Vortex offers wet multi-disc brakes designed for applications that require dependable braking performance, durability, and smooth operation in demanding environments. These brake systems are suitable for industrial and mobile equipment where consistent braking behaviour and application-focused design are important.
Overview
Wet Multi-Disc Brake
Wet multi-disc brakes operate in an oil bath and work according to the ball ramp principle. They are available in multi-servo and mono-servo versions, allowing the brake system to be adapted to different operating requirements. Activation can be configured using the pressure wedge, tension wedge, or tension plate principle depending on the application.
Key Features
- Oil-bath brake operation
- Ball ramp operating principle
- Available in multi-servo and mono-servo versions
- Application-specific actuation options
- Tunable braking performance and comfort
- Suitable for demanding industrial and mobile equipment
Industries & Applications
Agricultural machinery

Cranes / Hoists

Wheel loaders
Ground Support Vehicles (GSC)

Municipal vehicles

Military Vehicles

Mining trucks

Forklifts

Forestry vehicles

Technical details
|
Specification |
Detail |
|---|---|
|
Brake type |
Wet multi-disc brake |
| Operating environment | Oil bath |
|
Operating principle |
Ball ramp principle |
| Versions | Multi-servo, mono-servo |
| Activation options | Pressure wedge, tension wedge, tension plate |
| Configuration options | Friction lining quality, disc count, ramp angle, wedge angle |
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