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powder clutch

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powder clutch [′pau̇d·ər ‚kləch]
(mechanical engineering)
A type of electromagnetic disk clutch in which the space between the clutch members is filled with dry, finely divided magnetic particles; application of a magnetic field coalesces the particles, creating friction forces between clutch members.


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CVT automatic transmission usually needs major work after 50-60,000 miles - usually due to problems with powder clutch.
It's a magnetic powder clutch that takes up power smoothly but firmly.
 
 
 
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