Scania
Piston for Scania engines
This piston is designed for Scania internal combustion engines used in heavy-duty trucks, buses, and industrial cranes. It facilitates the conversion of combustion energy into linear mechanical motion within the engine cylinder.
Specifications
- Part number
- 87-960900-02
- Brand
- Scania
The piston 87-960900-02 serves as a core component within the internal combustion engine of Scania equipment. Its primary function is to transform the energy generated during the combustion cycle into linear mechanical movement. As the piston travels within the cylinder, it compresses the air-fuel mixture and receives the force from the combustion event, transferring this energy through the connecting rod to the crankshaft. The component features integrated grooves designed to house piston rings, which maintain the seal of the combustion chamber, manage heat transfer to the cylinder walls, and regulate oil consumption. Proper operation of this assembly is necessary for maintaining engine compression and overall power output.
This part is engineered specifically for Scania engine applications. It is designed to provide a precise fit within the cylinder liner to ensure proper clearance and movement during operation. Maintaining the integrity of the piston and its associated ring assembly is necessary to prevent issues such as loss of compression, increased oil consumption, or exhaust smoke that can occur when components become worn or damaged. This component is manufactured by Mahle.