band brake
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of band brake
First recorded in 1885–90
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The hoist motor is also fitted with an electric brake by which, when the power is cut off, a band brake is applied to the hoisting drum.
From The New York Subway Its Construction and Equipment by Anonymous
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