Air Disc Brakes for Heavy-Duty Commercial Vehicle Applications
Compact and service-friendly air disc brake solutions designed for stable braking performance in demanding on-road commercial applications.
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About Air Disc Brakes
Knott Vortex offers air disc brakes designed for reliable braking performance in heavy-duty and commercial vehicle applications. These brakes are suitable for on-road systems where compact design, stable braking behaviour, and ease of servicing are important. They are well suited for vehicles and equipment that require dependable braking support under demanding operating conditions.
Overview
Air Disc Brake
Air disc brakes are actuated on one side via an external diaphragm cylinder. The actuating force on the opposite side is generated through the reaction force of the sliding caliper. According to KNOTT’s current product overview, the main advantages of this brake type are its compact design, ease of servicing, and stable braking behaviour. These brakes are mainly used in heavy-duty, commercial on-road applications.
Key Features
Industries & Applications
Construction Machinery
Agricultural machinery
Ground Support Vehicles (GSC)
Municipal vehicles
Military Vehicles
Forestry vehicles
Technical details
|
Specification |
Detail |
|---|---|
|
Brake type |
Air disc brake |
|
Design |
Sliding caliper disc brake |
|
Actuation |
External diaphragm cylinder |
| Opposite-side force generation | Reaction force of the sliding caliper |
| Main Advantages | Compact design, ease of servicing, stable braking behaviour |
| Available Sizes | PGS 15, PGS 22 |
|
Braking torque |
Up to 25,000 Nm |
Key Advantages
Air disc brakes offer an effective braking solution for heavy-duty commercial vehicles that require reliable and consistent braking performance. Their compact construction helps with integration in vehicle systems, while their service-friendly design supports easier maintenance. Stable braking behaviour also makes them a strong choice for demanding on-road applications.
Why Choose Air Disc Brakes
Air disc brakes are a practical choice for applications where braking stability, service convenience, and compact packaging are important. For commercial vehicles such as trucks, buses, mobile cranes, and trailers, they provide dependable performance suited to heavy-duty operating environments.
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Looking for air disc brakes for trucks, trailers, buses, or heavy-duty vehicle applications? Contact Knott Vortex for application-focused braking support and product enquiries.