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The self-lapping control valves are newer. With them, the control lever application directly corresponds to the {{pll|Air Brake System Overview|brake cylinder}} pressure, and is more beginner friendly. The further the lever is set in the “apply” direction, the stronger the braking application, and the further it's set in the "release" direction, the weaker the braking application. The valve automatically handles the dumping and charging of the {{pll|Air Brake System Overview|brake pipe}}, in order to get to the desired cylinder pressure. |
Latest revision as of 17:03, 17 March 2025
The self-lapping control valves are newer. With them, the control lever application directly corresponds to the brake cylinder pressure, and is more beginner friendly. The further the lever is set in the “apply” direction, the stronger the braking application, and the further it's set in the "release" direction, the weaker the braking application. The valve automatically handles the dumping and charging of the brake pipe , in order to get to the desired cylinder pressure.