Is Brake Pad Dust Good or Bad?

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SanAna
07/29/25 12:01pm
Generally speaking, the presence of black dust from brake pads is a normal phenomenon, as it indicates the regular wear and tear of the brake pads. Here are detailed information about brake pads: Types of brake pad materials: There are six types of brake pads, namely asbestos, semi-metallic, low-metallic, ceramic, ceramic formula, and high-carbon formula. Advantages and disadvantages of brake pad materials: Asbestos has good heat resistance but is considered a hazardous material harmful to health and has been replaced. Semi-metallic pads offer excellent heat dissipation but produce more noise, while low-metallic pads reduce noise and improve vehicle stability. Ceramic materials provide smooth and comfortable braking, excellent wear resistance, and produce no dust.
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