Brake Fluid Compatibility with Hardware

Abstract

This task evaluated the compatibility of Army Silicone Brake Fluid (MIL-PRF-46176B, DOT V, SAE J 1705) with a commercial Heavy Duty Anti-Lock brake system. There have been reports of possible high temperature degradation of the MIL-PRF-46176B, DOT V, brake fluid that have led to deposition and filter plugging, and subsequent braking system filter collapse. Testing of a Hydraulic Power Brake system with MIL-PRF-46176 silicone brake fluid confirmed a manufacturer claim that the fluid was incompatible with the power brake hardware. Testing with a DOT III brake fluid did not reveal any evidence of particulate formation.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 19, 2014
Accession Number
AD1007438

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  • Douglas M. Yost

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  • Energy and Power Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Adhesives
  • Brake Fluids
  • Computer Programs
  • Dacron
  • Fluids
  • Glass Fibers
  • Heavy Duty
  • High Temperature
  • Hydraulic Accumulators
  • Hydraulic Fluids
  • Hydraulic Power
  • Liquid Chromatography
  • Materials
  • Particles
  • Particulates
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  • United States Government

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