STRAP CONFIGURATION FOR A REVERSE DOUBLE WRAP BAND

摘要

STRAP CONFIGURATION FOR A REVERSE DOUBLE WRAP BAND An improved reverse double wrap brake band for the automatic transmission of an automotive vehicle wherein the band is lightweight and heat set round at the released position and utilizes a thinner strap material at higher hardness ranges. The configuration of the double wrap band has a wider central band segment (23) adjacent the anchor portion (31) of the bracket assembly, with the band (21) width tapering over 60 to 70 percent of its length toward the apply end (18) of the band; thus providing a double wrap band of increased durability for the friction lining and increased apply end (32), drum, and fatigue life.