Schrader

Schrader is a German-language surname. It is borne by various individuals across different fields, and it is associated with certain technical terms and brands.

Notable people with the surname include August Schrader, an early instrument maker who developed the Schrader valve used in pneumatic tires, and Paul Schrader, an American screenwriter and film director known for Taxi Driver and other works.

The Schrader valve, named after August Schrader, is a one-way valve used to seal tires during inflation while allowing air to be added or released when opened with a compatible tool. It is widely used in automotive and bicycle tires and in various gas-cylinder applications. Schrader International is a company historically associated with manufacturing tire valves and related products.

Beyond individuals and devices, Schrader can appear in corporate names or genealogical references, reflecting its status as a surname of German origin. The term’s meaning is typically determined by context, referring to people who bear the name, the valve itself, or entities that use Schrader as part of their title.