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Disc brake brochure
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Disc brake brochure

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Overview: Kobelt Manufacturing specializes in reliable disc brake systems and marine controls, offering a 5-year warranty and global support. The document details specifications and guidelines for selecting and installing disc brakes, emphasizing worst-case operating conditions.
Disc Brake Selection: Proper selection of brake discs and calipers is crucial under heavy-duty cycles. The document advises considering worst operating conditions and provides installation guidelines to prevent overheating and premature wear, highlighting the need for oversized bolt holes and disc expansion clearance.
General Information: With over 30 years of experience, Kobelt is known for cost-effective performance in disc brake systems. They offer calipers made from die-cast silicon bronze and stainless steel, available in fluid or spring-applied configurations, with various brake linings to meet environmental standards.
Applications: Kobelt disc brakes are used in industries like aerospace, mining, and wind generation, with specific applications in cable trams, conveyor systems, and railroad equipment.
Technical Specifications: Detailed specifications for caliper models include weight, maximum clamp force, lever ratio, shoe area, and lining thickness. A table shows horsepower hour ratings before brake lining replacement is necessary.
Caliper Features: Designed for harsh environments with minimal maintenance, Kobelt calipers feature lever operation to keep actuators away from heat, adjustable clevises for clearance adjustment, and floating brake shoes for even wear. They are patented and available in standard or side mount versions.
Custom Actuators: Kobelt offers a range of actuators for different applications, including high-pressure fluid and spring-applied actuators, with tailored solutions available from their engineering department.
High Energy Input Calipers: Models like 1720 and 5054 are designed for high energy input applications, featuring large shoe areas for long lining life, available in pressure or spring-applied versions with consistent torque ratings.
Specifications: The document provides detailed specifications for disc brakes and pneumatic controls, designed for medium to heavy-duty applications, made from ductile iron with other materials available upon request. Tables include dimensions, weights, and performance metrics for different brake disc series.
Procedures: The document outlines the use of internally water-cooled discs for maximum energy dissipation, emphasizing maintaining high water pressure to prevent boiling during high power input. It describes a pneumatic control system for flexible and automated control of propulsion equipment on vessels from 50 to 600 feet.
Standards and Recommendations: Kobelt emphasizes using quality materials like bronze and stainless steel for reliability and corrosion resistance, with a commitment to quality, precision, and prompt delivery, backed by a 5-year warranty.
Key Data from Tables: Clamping forces for fluid and spring-applied calipers are the same. Brake discs are available in various sizes and series, with specific dimensions and performance metrics. Internally water-cooled discs require a minimum water pressure of 100 psi during high power input. Pneumatic controls feature limitless control stations, suitable for vessels between 50 to 600 feet.
Critical Information: The document highlights the importance of high-quality materials and strict quality control for the longevity and reliability of Kobelt products. The pneumatic control system offers significant flexibility and automation, suitable for a wide range of marine applications. Kobelt's commitment to innovation and quality is evident in their use of advanced materials and technology.
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DISC BRAKES HYDRAULIC STEERING & ACCESSORIES ELECTRONIC CONTROLS P N E U M AT I C C O N T R O L S PUSH-PULL CONTROLS CYAN BLK nufacturing s Catalogue 4" Bleed — Folds to 8-1/2" x 11" ss Varnish ember, 2000 overs 61927 nside Cover

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When Reliability is Everything. Kobelt has gained worldwide recognition for manufacturing extremely reliable controls and disc brake systems. And we’re put to the test every day. Kobelt Manufacturing has been producing high quality marine controls, steering components and brake systems for over 35 years.We back every one of our products with a 5 year warranty, along with worldwide sales and support. Contact us today! Quality Control YEL MAG Kobelt Man Disc Brakes 17" x 11" Trim – 17-1/4" x 11-1/4 4/C + Glos Revised Dec disc brake c Page 2 – In

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GENERAL INFORMATION Kobelt Manufacturing has been designing and manufacturing disc brake systems for over 30 years. We have gained an enviable reputation for cost-effective performance and Kobelt disc brakes are used in all corners of the world. The applications we serve are limitless. Sales and service are available from distributors throughout the world. Most of our older brake calipers were manufactured in sand cast bronze. Increased demand prompted us to apply our extensive knowledge of bronze die-casting technology to a whole new series of brakes. Caliper models 5019-5027 are made entirely...

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Braking systems having to absorb continuous energy require a disc that is capable of absorbing and radiating the input energy to atmosphere. The brake caliper must also have sufficient lining area to absorb the energy without going beyond the Pressure Velocity Ratio. The PV ratio should never exceed 250,000; that is to say, pounds per square inch of lining pressure and feet per minute rubbing speed. No general rule can be given in this area since all the factors of a braking system must be considered before making a definite choice. Small brake shoes such as the 5019 and 5020 are not suited for...

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WHY ARE KOBELT BRAKE CALIPERS THE BEST? Kobelt calipers are designed forthe harshest environments. Very little maintenance is required because of the rugged construction. Our many patented features put these brakes in All calipers are lever operated, which keeps the actuator away from the heat of the disc. The actuators themselves are of the low pressure type, requiring maximum 100 P.S.I. (6.9 bar) for pressure applied brakes and maximum 140 P.S.I. (9.6 bar) (fully released) for spring applied calipers. Either air or hydraulic pressure can be used. For applications with high-pressure hydraulics,...

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These calipers are made entirely of die cast silicone bronze with stainless steel hardware. The standard lining supplied is asbestos-free with a co-efficient of friction between .45 to .55. Patented balancing links are used to ensure even lining wear. All calipers are available with shims between the shoe and the bearing to adapt to thinner discs. Most of our actuators are of the low-pressure type. The maximum pressure for fluid applied calipers maximum pressure for spring applied calipers is 250 P.S.I. (17 bar). Spring applied calipers, however, are fully released at 140 P.S.I. (9.7 bar) for...

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_Sprlng applied actuator Note: Model 5027 also * Clamping forces for fluid and spring applied calipers are the same. ** Weights are for spring applied calipers, fluid applied calipers weigh approx. 12% less. *** Models 5019 and 5027 are also available in a sidemount configuration. DISC BRAKES

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These calipers were designed for extremely high energy input applications. They have a large shoe area which gives them long brake lining life. The brake lining supplied with these calipers has a coefficient of friction between .45 to .55. These calipers are available pressure or spring applied. Air or hydraulic pressure can be used to either apply or release the brake. The maximum pressure for pressure applied models is 100 P.S.I. (6.9 bar) and 250 P.S.I. (17 bar) for spring applied brakes. The torque ratings are the same for either version.

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*Clamping forces for fluid and spring applied calipers are the same.

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These brake discs were designed to go with our die cast brake calipers. They are suitable for both fluid applied and spring applied brakes. All discs are ventilated and can be used for medium to heavy-duty applications. Normally they are cast in ductile iron, however, other materials are available to suit customer requirements. *Weights may vary due to machining DISC BRAKES

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These brake discs were developed for medium to high energy input. The patented fin design offers the ultimate in heat transfer and air flow. This disc will accomplish tasks not possible with ordinary ventilated discs. 4" SERIES BRAKE DISCS Note: WR2 and Weight may vary slightly from values given in the table. DISC BRAKES

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Kobelt Internally watercooled Brake Discs are designed for maximum energy dissipation. They will absorb a continuous energy input at high torque and low rpm. This is accomplished by the use of a rotary seal which provides a constant flow of coolant to the rotating disc. MOUNTING DETAILS WATER COOLED DISC DIMENSIONS MOUNTING DETAILS WATER COOLED DISC DIMENSIONS * The disc requires high water pressure during high power input to prevent boiling. At maximum power the minimum required water pressure into the disc is 100 psi. ** The amount of energy absorbed is a function of water flow rate and not...

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Kobelt pneumatic controls are the finest in the industry. We manufacture all components for any type of pneumatic control system. This control system features a limitless number of control stations. Additional control stations do not affect the performance of the control system. This means that, regardless of the distance or the force required, the control heads move effortlessly. The pneumatic control system is one of the most flexible systems we offer. Since the system does not depend on the force you apply (everything is done by air signals) we can automate and synchronize as much, or as little,...

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