Brakes are an essential feature of a vehicle. Without brakes, we would probably not live to see another day. It is essential to understand the braking system and how it all works. Knowing the parts of the braking system and their functions is essential to understand their lifespan and when they need to be changed.
Poor quality brake parts can be hazardous. Therefore, good brakes are essential for a safe drive. Premium quality Cross Drilled brake parts should be used to create an effective braking system.
Parts of A Braking System
- Brake Rotor (Brake Discs) – These are discs made of iron. Every wheel of a vehicle contains a rotor that moves along with the wheel. When the brake pads and the caliper rub against this rotor, it creates a fiction that causes the vehicle to stop.
- Brake Pads – Brake pads apply friction and pressure to a vehicle’s brake rotors. These are flat and shiny and are made of different materials. The pressure and friction from the brake pads slow down the vehicle and stops the wheel.
- Brake Calipers – These are crucial for your braking system to function. There is one brake caliper on each wheel of your vehicle. When you press the brake pedal to slow down or stop the car, the master cylinder forces hydraulic pressure on the pistons inside the calipers to force the brake pads against the rotors. This reduces the speed of the vehicle.
- Brake Pistons – They are vital as they press against the brake pads to create friction and slow down the vehicle. Upon putting your foot on the brake pedal, the brake fluid from the master cylinder is activated and flows through the caliper. Because of the hydraulic pressure, the caliper can push the pistons behind the brake pads, which causes them to make contact with the discs.
- Brake Fluid – Brake fluid is a kind of hydraulic fluid that creates pressure when the brake pedal is pressed. This pressure is applied to the rotors in the wheels, which causes the wheels to slow down or stop movement.
- Brake Lines – The hydraulic fluid or brake fluid, which applies pressure to the wheels to slow down the vehicle, travels from the master cylinder to the brake rotors via brake lines. They are usually made from stainless steel and rubber.
- Brake Pedal – This is the most basic and known part of the braking system. The brake pedal is the one right next to the gas pedal. The brake pedal is connected to the entire braking system of the vehicle. When you push the pedal with your foot, the braking system works and slows the vehicle.
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