What is another name for the diaphragm spring?
Another name for the diaphragm spring.
Answer to Problem 1SA
Belleville-type pressure plates is another name for diaphragm spring.
Explanation of Solution
The assembly of pressure exerting plates is done in two ways:
- Coil spring assembly.
- Diaphragm assembly.
Belleville-type pressure plate is another name for diaphragm spring.
Coil spring assembly includes a coil spring and a release lever to control the movement of the plate back and forth. This spring helps in holding the pressure plate tightly against clutch disc by applying pressure. In diaphragm plate assembly, a spring is used in between the pressure plate and plate covering for movement of plate back and forth.
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