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Brake Testers


What to look for in a brake tester
The need for reliability imposes some requirements in brake tester design.The console should be well thought out and easy to read whilst access to the control system for calibration, maintenance or repair should be simple. The roller bed should have a robust construction with good access to the operating mechanism and electrical system.The rollers should carry some assurance from the manufacturer about the quality and reliability of the gritting. A wide ranging specification with the ability to be easily upgraded to a higher standard may offer some degree of future proofing. If the name on the equipment is not that of the manufacturer, check the service options available for the product - particularly long term.
Trademaster Brake Tester

The Trademaster range of brake testers offer complete coverage of Class III, IV and VII MOT requirements from manual operation through to ATL standard. At entry level there are analogue models, whilst for the more discerning test station or for ATL installations, computerised controlled machines offer exceptional performance and flexibility without losing sight of a sensible price. All models offer 4 x 4 and 3 wheel testing options plus built-in brake efficiency calculation. An infra red remote control is standard.

The alpha numeric/ graphical screen display on the computer controlled models is clear and easy to read even at a good distance. The display and control systems for these models can be wall mounted or housed in an attractive, free standing cabinet that also provides accommodation for a printer.

The Class IV brake tester bed is a one piece unit whilst the Class VII model comprises two roller sets. Both versions accept weighing systems which can be installed at the outset or retro-fitted.

The computer controlled brake testers will operate as a traditional manual MOT brake tester but can be converted to ATL operation by the addition of a weighing system and upgrading the software.

Model MOT Display Roller Bed Accepts Weighing Upgradeable To ATL
  Class Type Type Console Capacity No. of sets
T5410 4 STD Dials Wall Mtd 3000kg 1 No No
T5420 4 STD Screen Wall Mtd 3000kg 1 Yes Yes
T5420A 4 ATL Screen Wall Mtd 3000kg 1 Incl. N/A
T5420AP 4 ATL Screen Floor Mtd 3000kg 1

Incl.

N/A
T5710 7 STD Dials Wall Mtd 4000kg 2 No No
T5720 7 STD Screen Wall Mtd 4000kg 2 Yes Yes
T5720A 7 ATL Screen Wall Mtd 4000kg 2 Incl. N/A
T5720AP 7 ATL Screen Floor Mtd 4000kg 2 Incl. N/A