dual-piston master cylinder
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master cylinder — The primary component for pressurizing fluid in a hydraulic system. Used in the braking system, it supports a reservoir for holding brake fluid and is activated each time the driver depresses the brake pedal. Also see brake master cylinder dual… … Dictionary of automotive terms
cylinder — [1] The round chamber or hole in the cylinder block that houses the pistons and where combustion takes place. Also called bore or barrel. [2] Any tube like device. [3] A device which converts fluid power into linear mechanical force and motion.… … Dictionary of automotive terms
master — The primary or controlling device. A secondary or dependent device is called a slave. also See brake master cylinder dual piston master cylinder master link … Dictionary of automotive terms
tandem master cylinder — A master cylinder with two pistons; when the brake pedal is pressed, the pushrod activates the primary piston which in turn moves the secondary piston; necessary for dual circuit braking systems … Dictionary of automotive terms
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