The shear strength of a premium brake lining is a function of several variables. Shear strength is essentially a measure of how effectively the brake lining can resist forces attempting to slide it apart. This is so important because it will let your car stop efficiently and safely. At HENG TAIHUA, we are dedicated to producing brake linings that meet and also surpass shear strength requirements.

The shear strength of high quality brake linings is dependent on material composition and bonding procedure.

The type of material out of which brake linings are made — be it rubber or metal, for example — as well as how it is bonded together play a significant role in strength. We use a special mix of toyota break pads materials that when heated, are molded and retain their shape with our included tents. This also makes them super strong and they can take a lot of force without breaking. Poor bonding can mean that the materials come apart too easily, which really isn’t what you’re after when you need to stop your car soon.

There is not a direct relationship between the friction coefficient and the shear strength of the thicker brake linings although thicker brake linings will generally have higher shear strength as more material is present.

Thicker brake linings have more material, so they can accommodate more shear stress. More material volume can take more punishment and resist the pull that tries to tear the brake lining afloat. At HENG TAIHUA we have designed our brake linings to be thick enough to last long time with high degree of shear strenght but still not too thick for your systems brake clearance and installation requirements.

Correct fitting and maintenance are essential for the highest shear strength of top brake linings.

If your brake linings are put on wrong, they won’t work right. The finest automotive brake pad linings in the world will not work if: they are stuck in the wrong way and are not cared for. Here at HENG TAIHUA, we always suggest that you follow the correct installation procedure, and that you perform periodic inspections to ensure your brake lining is in perfect condition.

For heavy braking, the shear strength of the electrically conductive brake linings may be effected by temperature and pressure conditions.

When you slam on the brakes, the brake linings are overheated and are pressed hard against the brake disc. This heat and pressure may impact their strength. Our HENG TAIHUA brake pads are put to the test in the most extreme environments so they don't fail you when you need them most, when you hit that brake pedal.

Quality testing and certification ensure the shear strength of premium brake linings meet safety regulations.

For us at HENG TAIHUA, we test our ceramic brake pad linings to ensure they are a cut above the rest. These measure whether or not they meet the industry’s safety standard. Only after we put them through these tests, do we think they’re good enough for your car. This means you can trust that when you purchase a HENG TAIHUA anti-shoe, you are purchasing a safe, reliable and durable product.