Is ABS Made of Plastic?

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DeMaximus
07/29/25 11:23am
ABS is not a plastic material; ABS material is a thermoplastic polymer structural material, which is very safe for industrial use. How ABS Works: During braking, ABS quickly determines the wheel lock-up state based on the speed signals from each wheel speed sensor, closes the normally open input solenoid valve for the wheel that starts to lock up, and keeps the braking force unchanged. If the wheel continues to lock up, the normally closed output solenoid valve is opened, causing the braking pressure on that wheel to drop rapidly due to the direct connection to the brake fluid reservoir, preventing the wheel from completely locking up due to excessive braking force. This keeps the braking state at the optimal point (slip ratio S of 20%), ensuring the best braking performance and the highest driving safety. The Role of ABS: It maximizes the effectiveness of the brakes, reducing braking time and distance. It effectively prevents vehicle skidding and fishtailing during emergency braking, ensuring good driving stability. It allows steering during emergency braking, providing good steering control. It avoids severe friction between the tires and the ground, reducing tire wear.
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