Differential is defined as a device - usually made of gears - that divides the torque between a vehicle's driving wheels and permits the wheels to turn at different speeds.

This is especially important when negotiating a corner, as the inside wheels turn more slowly than the outside wheels.

-see also:
"Differential" is in the UNSPSC Code "41106102"
Differential display or subtraction kits

"Differential" is in the NAICS Code "336350"
Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing
Differential and rear axle assemblies, automotive, truck, and bus, manufacturing

Ref: 123262/2006-09-24

Differential refers to a device - usually made of gears - that divides the torque between a vehicle's driving wheels and permits the wheels to turn at different speeds. This is especially important when negotiating a corner, as the inside wheels turn more slowly than the outside wheels.

-see also:
"Differential" is in the UNSPSC Code "41106102"
Differential display or subtraction kits

"Differential" is in the NAICS Code "336350"
Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing
Differential and rear axle assemblies, automotive, truck, and bus, manufacturing

- 87330/2006-09-20


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