Wabco 7234079808 Single Wheel Cylinder

Description

This Single Wheel Cylinder, manufactured by Wabco under MPN 7234079808, is a crucial component within air brake systems. It's designed for use in a variety of pneumatic braking applications, functioning to convert air pressure into mechanical force to actuate the vehicle's brakes. This cylinder features a cam-operated design with a boot for enhanced protection and durability, and is manufactured to OE specification. Measuring 145 x 460 x 160 mm, it boasts a 127.0 mm diameter, 148 mm distance between holes and supports a maximum operating pressure of 10.0 bar. The cylinder is equipped with M14 x 1.5 and M16 x 1.5 port threads, and utilizes 14 mm clevis pins with a stroke length of 120.0 mm. Its robust construction and precise engineering ensure reliable performance across a temperature range of -40°C to +80°C.

Key Features & Benefits

This little guy takes the air pressure from your brake system and turns it into mechanical force. Basically, it pushes pistons out which then press the brake shoes against the drum, slowing or stopping the wheel. Think of it as a converter – air pressure in, pushing force out. It’s a simple hydraulic cylinder, but working with compressed air instead of fluid. Each wheel on your vehicle, typically, has one of these – although some heavier duty setups will have dual systems. It’s part of the air brake system, which is common on larger trucks, trailers, and buses. It works directly with the brake shoes to actually do the stopping. It's a core component - without it, pressing the brake pedal won't actually do anything at that wheel.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Well, if this fails, that wheel isn't going to stop reliably. You'll notice if one isn’t working – pulling to one side when you brake is a big sign, or maybe needing to press the pedal a lot further than usual. It’s a safety item, plain and simple. It's not something you want to put off repairing. It acts like a shield protecting you and others on the road. We carry a good selection of these, and you can find a lot of options over at Fixparts Online if you’re looking to compare. Replacing them is usually pretty straightforward, but if you're not comfortable working on brakes, definitely have a professional take a look.

Warranty Information

Wabco Single Wheel Cylinder (MPN 7234079808) comes with a 1-year warranty.