Wabco 1811100220 Midskirt 2300 R

Description

The Wabco Midskirt 2300 R is a critical component within trailer air brake systems, specifically designed for trailer brake controls. It plays a key role in directing airflow and protecting brake components from debris and environmental factors. This midskirt is an OE specification part, ensuring compatibility and performance. Its dimensions are 50 x 2510 x 772 mm. The precisely engineered design promotes efficient brake operation, extends component life, and contributes to overall system reliability.

Key Features & Benefits

This part basically manages the air pressure going to your trailer brakes. It’s a relay valve, so it takes the signal from your truck’s brake pedal and translates that into a consistent, powerful air signal sent to the trailer's brake chambers. It handles things like service braking – when you’re just slowing down normally – and emergency braking, making sure the trailer stops when you need it to. It also manages the spring brakes, so if you lose air pressure, it automatically applies those. It’s a pretty critical component in keeping everything working smoothly. Think of it as the central control for your trailer's braking. It sits between your tractor protection valve and the brake chambers on the trailer. All the air controlling those trailer brakes has to pass through this. It’s part of the whole air brake system, so it relies on things like a properly functioning compressor, lines, and chambers to do its job, and it’s what makes those things work together effectively.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

This is important because it directly impacts safety. If this part fails, your trailer might not brake properly, or might even not brake at all. It acts like a shield, protecting the trailer brakes from getting too much or too little air. You’ll notice if something’s going wrong – usually it’ll be longer stopping distances, uneven braking, or even a complete loss of trailer brake function. It's one of those things you really don't want to mess with. A lot of guys get their parts from places like Fixparts Online when they’re doing maintenance, just to make sure they’re getting a quality replacement. But getting this fixed or replaced when it’s needed is just crucial for keeping everything safe on the road.

Warranty Information

Wabco Midskirt 2300 R (MPN 1811100220) comes with a 1-year warranty.