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Power Brake Units - BENDIX Dual Diaphragm: Description

Vacuum suspended power cylinder used with hydraulic brake system utilizes engine manifold vacuum and atmospheric pressure to provide power assisted brake application. Unit consists of three basic assemblies: vacuum power chamber comprised of front and rear shell, center plate, tandem front and rear diaphragms (with plate assembly), hydraulic push rod and vacuum diaphragm, and diaphragm return spring; mechanically actuated control valve integral with diaphragms; and a master cylinder.