Our most popular brake pads are the Bendix CQ® ceramic brake pads, which
utilize Non-asbestos organic ceramic technology, and are designed to meet
original equipment vehicle specifications. Delivering performance and value for
a wide range of domestic and import applications. Ceramic materials are
continuing to grow in popularity on both new vehicles and in the aftermarket NAO
ceramic fibers have been used in Bendix® products in varying capacities for
years. In addition to Bendix brake pads we also carry King Kaliper brake
calipers, the best rebuilt brake caliper available in the automotive
aftermarket.
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Through our extensive OE experience, we have developed friction formulas for
many of the vehicles on the road today, and that experience enables us to stay
ahead of the technology curve in the aftermarket. Bendix CQ® Ceramic Brake Pads
provide smooth braking performance, greater stopping power, quieter braking and
less dust. NAO ceramic friction materials are recognized by original equipment
vehicle manufacturers as an option to reduce noise, vibration and harshness
performance and minimize brake dusting.
DUST
Dust has become one of the key factors in North American OE brake development -
especially with the growing popularity of alloy wheels. As a result, we're
constantly working to lower dust generation. Our new, cleaner friction formulas
were developed using Design-of-Experiment (DOE) techniques, which allow our
engineers to select the appropriate raw materials to reduce rotor wear - the
main cause of brake dust. We studied material composition, particle size, and
chemistry - and, then chose the right mix of materials to minimize brake dust.
NOISE
Bendix® is doing research in noise technology that's unheard of in the industry.
Brake noise itself is caused by vibration. To measure vibration, we use advanced
modeling techniques, including Finite Modal Analysis. By suspending a brake pad,
attaching a small three-axis accelerometer to it and then tapping it with a
small force hammer, we're able to get a computer-generated readout on how the
pad is vibrating. Our engineers can take this information and create an accurate
computer model of the pad. From there, we design chamfer, slot, and shim
(insulator) configurations to minimize the audible noise frequencies