Automotive brake pads, also called brake linings, are friction materials fixed to the brake drum or brake disc that rotates with the wheel. The friction linings and pads withstand external pressure, generating friction to slow the vehicle down.
Automotive brake pads generally consist of a steel plate, an adhesive heat insulation layer, and friction pads. The steel plate is coated to prevent rust, and the coating process uses an SMT-4 oven temperature tracker to monitor temperature distribution and ensure quality.
The heat insulation layer is made of a non-heat-conducting material for heat insulation. The friction pads consist of friction material and adhesive. During braking, they are pressed against the brake disc or brake drum to generate friction, thus slowing the vehicle down and braking.
Due to friction, the friction pads gradually wear down. Generally, lower-cost brake pads wear out faster. Brake pads must be replaced promptly after the friction material is used up; otherwise, the steel plate will be in direct contact with the brake disc, eventually leading to loss of braking effectiveness and damage to the brake disc.
