How Thick Are New Car Brake Pads?
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New car brake pads are generally 1.5cm thick. Definition of Brake Pads: Brake pads, also known as brake linings, are the most critical safety components in a car's braking system. The quality of all braking effects is decisively determined by the brake pads, which is why good brake pads are considered the guardian angels of both drivers and vehicles. Principle of Brake Pads: The working principle of braking mainly relies on friction. By utilizing the friction between the brake pads and the brake disc (or drum), as well as between the tires and the ground, the kinetic energy of the moving vehicle is converted into heat energy through friction, bringing the car to a stop. An efficient and well-functioning braking system must provide stable, sufficient, and controllable braking force. It should also have excellent hydraulic transmission and heat dissipation capabilities to ensure that the force applied by the driver on the brake pedal is fully and effectively transmitted to the master cylinder and individual wheel cylinders, while preventing hydraulic failure and brake fade caused by excessive heat.