What is the protection plate on the car water tank
Automotive water tank top guard refers to a protective device, usually made of metal or plastic, installed above the automotive water tank (radiator). Its main role is to protect the water tank and condenser from damage caused by road gravel, sand and impact, thereby improving the durability and reliability of the car, and ensuring the cooling effect of the engine .
Material and installation method of the upper protection plate of the water tank
The tank top guard is usually made of metal or plastic. During installation, clean the installation position to ensure that the protection plate fits tightly. After checking whether the protection plate matches the mounting holes on the vehicle, tighten the screws one by one using a screwdriver or wrench. Do not use excessive force to avoid damage to the screws or vehicle parts .
Related terms and functions of the tank upper guard
The tank upper guard is also sometimes referred to as the tank guard or the engine lower guard. Its main functions include:
Protect the water tank : prevent stones and debris on the road from flying into the water tank, reduce the risk of damage to the water tank .
enhance chassis protection : not only to protect the water tank, but also to other parts of the vehicle chassis to play a certain protective role, reduce the possibility of chassis by bumps and damage .
improve the aerodynamic performance : reasonable design of the lower protection plate of the water tank can optimize the airflow under the vehicle, improve the stability and fuel economy of the vehicle .
Noise reduction : It reduces wind noise and road noise from the chassis to a certain extent, and promotes the calm inside the car .
The main role of the protection plate on the car water tank includes the following aspects :
Protection water tank : the upper protection plate of the water tank can prevent the damage to the water tank caused by hard objects such as small stones and sand splashing on the road during the vehicle running, so as to protect the water tank from damage .
Improved heat dissipation : The design of the upper guards on the tank is usually conducive to improving the heat dissipation performance of the vehicle because they help the air flow, thus improving the cooling effect .
aesthetics : the upper protection board of the water tank can improve the beauty of the vehicle, so that the vehicle looks more tidy and unified .
Safety : In certain circumstances, such as vehicle rollover or impact, the tank upper guard can provide additional structural strength and protect the tank and other critical components from damage .
Different materials of water tank top protection plate and its advantages and disadvantages :
Plastic steel : Light weight, good toughness, but may not be as durable as other materials .
manganese steel : strong and durable, can withstand large impact, but heavy weight .
Al-Mg alloy : good heat dissipation, light weight, but high cost .
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