Mechanical Disc Brakes for Parking and Auxiliary Brake Applications
Reliable mechanical brake solutions designed for controlled braking performance in industrial and mobile applications.
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About Mechanical Disc Brakes
Knott Vortex offers mechanical disc brakes designed for dependable braking performance in applications where parking and auxiliary brake functions are important. These brake systems are suitable for industrial vehicles, mobile equipment, and OEM applications that require reliable and application-focused braking support.
Overview
Mechanical Disc Brake
Mechanical disc brakes use a brake lever that is controlled externally through different actuation methods depending on the application. According to KNOTT’s current product overview, actuation can be provided through compressed air, hydraulic or spring-loaded cylinders, or via cable, linkage, and handbrake lever arrangements. These brakes are commonly used as parking and auxiliary brakes in industrial and mobile systems.
Key Features
Industries & Applications
Agricultural machinery
Construction Machinery
Ground Support Vehicles (GSC)
Municipal vehicles
Golf-cart vehicles
Electric Forklifts
Technical details
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Specification |
Detail |
|---|---|
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Brake type |
Mechanical disc brake |
| Design | Mechanical sliding caliper disc brake |
| Actuation | External brake lever |
| Control options | Compressed air, hydraulic, spring-loaded cylinder, cable, linkage, handbrake lever |
| Available sizes | MGS 22, MGS 33, MGS 40, MGS 45, MZB 40 |
| Braking torque | Up to 6,000 Nm |
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