Glossary
A list of common Dexter terms and explanations.
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Backing Plate
The circular, plate-shaped brake component, bolted to the brake flange or directly welded to the axle, to which all other brake components are attached.
The circular, plate-shaped brake component, bolted to the brake flange or directly welded to the axle, to which all other brake components are attached.
Brake Actuation
The method by which a brake is energized. Air, Electric, Electric / Hydraulic, and Hydraulic Surge are available on most axle models.
The method by which a brake is energized. Air, Electric, Electric / Hydraulic, and Hydraulic Surge are available on most axle models.
Brake Flange
A mounting plate, attached to either the axle or the spindle, to which the brake assembly is bolted.
A mounting plate, attached to either the axle or the spindle, to which the brake assembly is bolted.
Brake Magnet
An electromagnet within the brake assembly that when actuated initiates the braking action.
An electromagnet within the brake assembly that when actuated initiates the braking action.
Breakaway System
A system that engages brakes in the event of a separation of the trailer from the tow vehicle.
A system that engages brakes in the event of a separation of the trailer from the tow vehicle.
Electric Brake
A mechanical braking system used in conjunction with drum brakes that actuates the stopping mechanism with electromagnets and levers. The electrical source is supplied from the tow vehicle by an electronic brake controller.
A mechanical braking system used in conjunction with drum brakes that actuates the stopping mechanism with electromagnets and levers. The electrical source is supplied from the tow vehicle by an electronic brake controller.
Hub & Drum
A plain hub that has a drum attached, either integrally cast or bolted together, for use with a brake assembly.
A plain hub that has a drum attached, either integrally cast or bolted together, for use with a brake assembly.
Lever Arm
A brake component that has the magnet at one end, a pivot point, and a linkage on the opposite end.
A brake component that has the magnet at one end, a pivot point, and a linkage on the opposite end.
Parking Brake Feature
A manually operated braking system that allows a mechanical lever to be actuated by means of a cable to set the brake. This system is similar to the emergency or parking brake on an automobile. In trailer applications, the manual actuating lever is generally near the trailer hitch. By activating the trailer brakes, the parking brake feature can be set to assist in holding the trailer in place.
A manually operated braking system that allows a mechanical lever to be actuated by means of a cable to set the brake. This system is similar to the emergency or parking brake on an automobile. In trailer applications, the manual actuating lever is generally near the trailer hitch. By activating the trailer brakes, the parking brake feature can be set to assist in holding the trailer in place.