1. Brake disc/Rotor:
- The disc or rotor is a flat circular metal disc that is connected to the wheel. It spins with the wheel and acts as the primary friction surface against which the brake pads rub to slow down or stop the vehicle.
2. Brake pads:
- Brake pads are the components that press against the brake disc to create friction and slow down the vehicle. They are made of a semi-metallic or ceramic material that can withstand high temperatures and repeated friction without wearing out quickly.
3. Brake calipers:
- Brake calipers are the housing units that hold and position the brake pads. They are mounted on the wheel hub and contain pistons that push the brake pads against the disc when the brake pedal is pressed.
4. Brake caliper bracket:
- The brake caliper bracket is a mounting bracket that holds the brake caliper in place on the wheel hub. It ensures proper alignment and positioning of the caliper relative to the brake disc.
5. Brake fluid:
- Brake fluid is a hydraulic fluid used to transmit pressure from the master cylinder to the brake calipers. It is typically made of a glycol-based fluid that can withstand high temperatures and has low compressibility.
6. Brake lines:
- Brake lines are flexible hoses or rigid pipes that carry brake fluid from the master cylinder to the brake calipers. They allow the hydraulic pressure to be transmitted to the calipers and actuate the brake pads.
7. Master cylinder:
- The master cylinder is the central component of the braking system. It converts the force applied to the brake pedal into hydraulic pressure that is transmitted through the brake lines and activates the brake calipers.
8. Brake booster:
- A brake booster is a vacuum or hydraulic device that assists the driver in applying force to the brake pedal. It amplifies the driver's input by increasing the hydraulic pressure in the brake system, making it easier to stop the vehicle.
These are the primary components of a disc brake system. They work together to slow down or stop a vehicle by converting the driver's foot force into hydraulic pressure and friction between the brake pads and the brake disc.
