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Water is compressible, which is why we don't use it for brake fluid and safety critical hydraulic applications.
by teh_klev 13y ago
Water is compressible, which is why we don't use it for brake fluid and safety critical hydraulic applications.
- lostlogin 13y agoIs it that or its conversion to steam at a relatively low temperature or its ability to rust out the brakes?
- Jtsummers 13y agoAs you said, density change over the temperature range where hydraulic systems are used, and corrosive properties of water. Also its freezing point. Oils just have better properties for the desired application.
- lostlogin 13y agoGreat point - it's never below freezing where I am. It's amazing to experience water in a brake line if its not too dangerous. You get most the normal functionality if you stamp on the pedal.