Brake booster Kit With Power Brake Booster Master Cylinder

A Brake Booster Kit with Power Brake Booster Master Cylinder is a vital component for enhancing the braking system’s performance in a vehicle. This kit is designed to provide superior braking power and ease of operation, especially in high-performance, classic, or modified vehicles. It typically includes the power brake booster, the master cylinder, and various necessary accessories, such as mounting brackets, bolts, and sometimes hoses or a proportioning valve, depending on the kit.
Key Features and Components:
Power Brake Booster:
The heart of the kit, the brake booster, amplifies the force applied to the brake pedal using vacuum assistance from the engine. This allows the driver to apply less effort to the brake pedal while still achieving maximum braking force.
Most modern vehicles are equipped with vacuum-assisted power brake boosters, which harness the vacuum generated by the engine’s intake manifold. However, some vehicles might feature hydraulic or electric boosters for specialized applications, particularly in high-performance or custom cars.
A good brake booster provides smooth, reliable brake force without requiring excessive pedal pressure, which improves driving comfort and safety.
Master Cylinder:
The master cylinder is a crucial component that converts the mechanical force from the brake pedal into hydraulic pressure in the braking system. It houses one or more pistons that push brake fluid into the brake lines, activating the brake calipers or drums.
Dual master cylinders are common in modern braking systems, offering a higher level of safety by providing two independent hydraulic circuits. This ensures that if one circuit fails, the other can still function to slow or stop the vehicle.
The master cylinder included in the kit is typically designed for compatibility with the power brake booster, ensuring the hydraulic systems work seamlessly together.
Mounting Brackets and Hardware:
The kit often includes mounting brackets designed to ensure the booster and master cylinder are securely fitted into place. These brackets are specific to the vehicle make and model, making installation easier.
The kit may also include necessary bolts, nuts, washers, and sometimes adjustable push rods to connect the brake pedal to the booster.