Brake Pad Set

Brake pads were introduced to racing in the 1950s, shortly after they started to appear in cars. Today they are essential for a vehicle, having those four disc brakes insure that your vehicle will come to a stop. Brake pads are made up of plates of steel with a friction material. There are brake pads and ceramic pads which do the same job just that the ceramic pads work better for exotic cars and under high temperature, and the normal brake pads perform better for most vehicles.

Brake pad function

The brake pads job is to transfer the kinetic energy of the vehicle to the thermal energy which is caused by friction. Therefore having two brake pads will clamp the pads onto the rotor causing the spinning to slow down when you press on the brake. The contact between the brake pad and rotor causes heat which transfers to the disc leaving a coat that becomes dull over time. Usually the brake pads are made to alert the driver when the brake pads begin to wear.

Technology

The benefit of the disc brake is that it proves the vehicle with better stopping performance unlike the drum brakes. The advancement in technology has made it so there is better resistance to brake fade. They also recover quickly from immersion of water, and they have a servo assistance that helps reduce pedal effort.

Types and Material

There are many types of the brake pads, which can vary depending on the vehicle. Most vehicles require that you get a specific kind of brake pads, but can be changed if upgrading. The material is also important as it provides a lot of resistance towards brake fade, moisture, and allows for a smooth braking experience.

Common issues with worn out brake pads

A brake pad will eventually wear out, so it is important that you replace the component as soon as possible. A worn out brake pad will reduce the ability to stop the vehicle and will cause grinding noises.