The document summarizes two types of retarder systems - the MX Engine Brake and the ZF Intarder. The MX Engine Brake uses a compression brake in the exhaust system and provides up to 340 kW of braking power independent of engine temperature. The ZF Intarder is a hydrodynamic retarder that provides up to 500 kW of braking power but is more affected by high engine temperatures. The document recommends the MX Engine Brake for most applications due to its independence from vehicle speed and engine temperature. It suggests a combination of both retarders for heavy haulage due to their complementary performance at different speeds.
The document summarizes two types of retarder systems - the MX Engine Brake and the ZF Intarder. The MX Engine Brake uses a compression brake in the exhaust system and provides up to 340 kW of braking power independent of engine temperature. The ZF Intarder is a hydrodynamic retarder that provides up to 500 kW of braking power but is more affected by high engine temperatures. The document recommends the MX Engine Brake for most applications due to its independence from vehicle speed and engine temperature. It suggests a combination of both retarders for heavy haulage due to their complementary performance at different speeds.
The document summarizes two types of retarder systems - the MX Engine Brake and the ZF Intarder. The MX Engine Brake uses a compression brake in the exhaust system and provides up to 340 kW of braking power independent of engine temperature. The ZF Intarder is a hydrodynamic retarder that provides up to 500 kW of braking power but is more affected by high engine temperatures. The document recommends the MX Engine Brake for most applications due to its independence from vehicle speed and engine temperature. It suggests a combination of both retarders for heavy haulage due to their complementary performance at different speeds.
The document summarizes two types of retarder systems - the MX Engine Brake and the ZF Intarder. The MX Engine Brake uses a compression brake in the exhaust system and provides up to 340 kW of braking power independent of engine temperature. The ZF Intarder is a hydrodynamic retarder that provides up to 500 kW of braking power but is more affected by high engine temperatures. The document recommends the MX Engine Brake for most applications due to its independence from vehicle speed and engine temperature. It suggests a combination of both retarders for heavy haulage due to their complementary performance at different speeds.
The brakes of heavy commercial vehicles have to endure severe The MX Engine Brake is a hydraulically operated compression brake duties. Not only in long or steep descents and on winding secondary combined with a butterfly valve in the exhaust system. The brake roads, but also in dense traffic. In these conditions additional retarder power is independent of the engine temperature, and amounts to systems are essential to secure safe and reliable braking and to max. 340 kW with engine MX-11 and max. 360 kW with engine MX-13. reduce wear of the brake pads. ZF Intarder For these purposes the retarder functions are fully integrated in the The ZF Intarder is a hydrodynamic retarder. The maximum brake service brake operation. Two different retarder systems are available: power is 500 kW, if not reduced due to high engine temperatures. • the primary retarder, MX Engine Brake with exhaust brake, is integrated in the engine and most effective at higher engine Recommended retarder choice speeds There is no strict formula for the preferred type of retarder. Apart from • the secondary retarder, ZF Intarder, is integrated in the gearbox performance, there are factors like operating conditions, route and very effective at vehicle speeds over 50 km/h characteristics, added weight, control comfort, fuel efficiency and purchase price that play a role. Some general guidelines can be Torque control based on the specific qualities of the two retarder systems. In the torque control mode three different braking torque levels may be selected with the right-hand steering column handle.
DAF | 1 Retarder Systems Increased safety - increased service brake life
The MX Engine Brake is the best choice for most applications. It
performs independent of vehicle speed and engine temperature, adds only 15 kg of weight and has no impact on the fuel consumption.
Heavy haulage A combination of MX Engine Brake and ZF Intarder is recommended for heavy haulage applications. The engine brake is essential for low speed descents, while the combination provides continuous high brake performance in the higher speed range.
The ZF Intarder performs chiefly at higher vehicle speeds. Therefore
its higher price and weight (80 kg) are worth considering for applications with long, high-speed descents.
Endurance braking may be impeded due to a high engine
temperature. The fuel consumption is slightly affected by viscuous friction in the oil circuit.
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