Professional Knowledge of Brake Pads
Brake pads are the only critical safety component in the automotive braking system. The quality of braking performance and the bottom line of driving safety are directly determined by brake pads.
As a professional manufacturer focusing on R&D and production of friction materials for more than ten years, Shandong Huaruifeng Machinery Co., Ltd. hereby summarizes professional industry knowledge for global customers, partners and vehicle users.
1. Basic Structure of Brake Pads
A standard brake pad consists of three core parts:
• Backing Plate: Provides structural strength, installation accuracy and stability.
• Insulation Layer: Isolates high-temperature heat transfer to protect calipers and brake fluid.
• Friction Block: The core braking material that determines friction coefficient, heat resistance, wear resistance, noise and dust performance.
2. Main Material Types & Applications
(1) Semi‑metallic Brake Pads
• Metal content: 30%–65%, good thermal conductivity, heat resistance up to 400℃
• Advantages: Strong braking force, high cost‑performance, durable for heavy loads
• Application: Commercial vehicles, operating vehicles, frequent braking conditions
• Huaruifeng Features: Optimized formula, reduced noise and rotor wear, meeting OEM durability standards
(2) Low‑metallic Brake Pads
• Metal content < 30%, balanced performance
• Advantages: Stable thermal performance, low vibration, long service life
• Application: Passenger cars, urban commuting, light‑load vehicles
(3) Ceramic / NAO Eco‑friendly Brake Pads
• Ceramic fiber + copper‑free environmental formula, heat resistance ≥ 650℃
• Advantages: Low noise, low dust, no damage to rotors, long service life
• Application: High‑end passenger cars, new energy vehicles, comfort‑oriented users
• Huaruifeng Patent: Asbestos‑free & copper‑free, excellent initial braking performance
(4) Carbon Fiber / Carbon‑ceramic Brake Pads
• Ultra‑high temperature stability, lightweight, ultra‑long service life
• Application: High‑performance vehicles, special vehicles, wind power equipment
3. Core Performance Indicators (Industry Standards)
• Friction Coefficient: Stable at 0.35–0.45 as required by national standards
• Heat Fade Resistance: No failure under continuous braking, ensuring high‑speed safety
• Wear Rate: Qualified products ≤ 1mm / 100,000 km
• Noise & Vibration: Optimized chamfering, slotting and damping design
• Environmental Compliance: Asbestos‑free, low‑copper / copper‑free, meeting China 6, Euro 7 and export standards
4. Selection & Replacement Suggestions
• Use vehicle‑specific matching strictly according to model, year and brake type
• Reject unqualified low‑cost products to avoid safety risks
• Replacement standard: Replace when friction thickness ≤ 3mm; check every 5,000 km
• New energy vehicles prefer low drag, corrosion‑resistant ceramic formulas
5. Advantages of Shandong Huaruifeng Machinery
We specialize in brake friction materials with 5 series, more than 80 products, 1,200+ models, annual capacity of 6 million sets. We supply OEM for FAW, SAIC, Foton, Golden Dragon, Wuling and other well-known enterprises.
• Participate in the formulation of national and industrial standards
• Full compliance with GB 5763, GB/T 37269 and IATF16949
• Fully automatic production line + AI quality inspection
• Full traceability from raw materials to finished products
• Stable, comfortable, eco‑friendly and reliable braking solutions
6. Industry Development Trends
• Specialization for new energy vehicles: Low drag, energy recovery adaptation
• Copper‑free & environmental protection: Meeting global green requirements
• Brake‑by‑wire adaptation: Special friction materials for EMB / EHB
• Intelligence: Wear sensing, status warning, vehicle‑grade integration
Safety is the top priority. Shandong Huaruifeng Machinery is committed to providing global customers with high‑quality brake products and professional services.
