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Pneumatic Brake and Clutch Assemblies

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About Pneumatic Brake and Clutch Assemblies

Pneumatic brake and clutch assemblies are equipment drive components that consist of pneumatic brakes for slowing or stopping shafts and pneumatic clutches for connecting or disconnecting shafts. Pneumatic brake and clutch assemblies transmit force from one point to another point using compressed air or other gases. Engaging the clutch transfers power from an engine to devices such as a transmission and drive wheels. Disengaging the clutch stops the power transfer, but allows the engine to continue turning. Braking slows or stops the movement of the coupled shafts. Because they provide reduced breaking distances, pneumatic brake and clutch assemblies are often used in large motorized vehicles such as buses.


Products & Services Related to Pneumatic Brake and Clutch Assemblies

Electric Brakes
Electric brakes are assemblies consisting of electrical elements for the slowing or stopping of shafts in equipment drives. Electrical power is required to activate the brake.
Hydraulic Brakes
Hydraulic brakes are assemblies consisting of elements for the slowing or stopping of shafts in equipment drives.
Hydraulic Clutches
Hydraulic clutches are assemblies consisting of elements for the connection and disconnection of shafts (clutch) in equipment drives.
Mechanical Brakes
Mechanical brakes are assemblies consisting of mechanical elements for the slowing or stopping of shafts in equipment drives. Mechanical power is required to activate the brake.
Mechanical Clutches
Mechanical clutches are assemblies consisting of elements for the connection and disconnection of shafts (clutch) in equipment drives.
Pneumatic Brakes
Pneumatic brakes are assemblies consisting of elements for the slowing or stopping of shafts in equipment drives. Air is required to activate the brake.
Pneumatic Clutches
Pneumatic clutches are air-actuated assemblies consisting of elements for the connection and disconnection of shafts (clutch) in equipment drives.

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