Push-type Reservoir master cylinders incorporate the reservoir into the body of the valve to eliminate the need for an additional reservoir and the associated plumbing. Cleveland’s master cylinders utilize hardened steel rods, aluminum housings, and pistons that have low seal friction, which means they are designed for long, reliable service life.
Cleveland’s Push Type – Reservoir master cylinders incorporate the reservoir into the valve to eliminate the need for a separately mounted reservoir and the associate plumbing. The reservoir type master cylinder operates just like push type master cylinders.
Just like standard push-type master cylinders the Reservoir type master cylinder is connected to the aircraft’s brake pedal linkage. It is set up to push the rod of the master cylinder to engage the brake discs.
Once the brake discs are engaged, the master cylinder transforms the pilot’s input force into a hydraulic pressure at the brakes. The brake pistons then reverse the process and transform the hydraulic pressure into a force against the brake discs. This force is used to stop the discs from rotating and ultimately stop the aircraft.
Selection of a properly sized master cylinder is important. There are several features to consider when choosing a master cylinder. Volume Output is the most important and is governed by the volume requirement of the brakes and the compliance of the restof the system. Choosing a master cylinder with too low a volume output will not allow the brakes to be filled properly and not pressurize enough to stop the aircraft.
The master cylinder’s Bore Size directly affects the amount of pedal effort. A large bore master cylinder will make the pedal effort higher than one with a smaller bore.
