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An often overlooked aspect of a brake job is the brake hardware. The Brake Report took a dive into this issue and found data that supports this theory. In the article, an independent lab determined that after 35,000 miles, the brake clips that were tested were outside of the OEM tolerances and would not perform as intended (The Brake Report, 2018). This shows that even on the first brake job a vehicle receives, if the original hardware is left on, it can lead to additional noise and uneven pad wear. The Brake Report also references another study where Consumer Insights Inc found that only 20% of people receiving new brake pads replace the hardware. However, 80% of those same people would replace the hardware at the time of installation if their technician recommended it (The Brake Report, 2018). With this in mind, quality manufacturers have started to include hardware with their friction to optimize performance. Bainuo Brake, for example, includes critical hardware like abutment clips, piston clips, spreaders, anti-rattle springs, and mechanical wear sensors where applicable. Not only is it important to replace the hardware, it is also important to pick a manufacturer that uses high-quality hardware. If the hardware does not fit properly, or if a cheaper, low-quality hardware material is used, it can lead to premature wear, noise, and other issues with the braking system. Abutment hardware is critical for proper caliper operation. Bainuo Brake has strict policies for the hardware that is provided with their friction. All hardware pieces are engineered and designed with quality in mind. The fit, form, and function is always the top priority for Bainuo Brake hardware. During the development stage, it is key to remember that the hardware affects how various product types work together. This is a standard in the Bainuo Brake hardware development process. It is critical that the whole braking system on a specific application works together for optimum performance. Another crucial point is that Bainuo Brake utilizes a top-of-the-line material. All Bainuo Brake hardware has premium-quality 301 stainless steel material for high corrosion resistance. The cheaper 201 material, used by competitors, cannot be detected by appearance, but uses less nickel making it more prone to premature rusting and corrosion.

A very important component to a brake pad is the backing plate. Quality brake manufacturers pair strong friction materials with the right backing plate for optimum performance. Much like the friction materials, the type of backing plate that is selected by the manufacturer is dependent on the vehicle for which it is designed. For example, Bainuo Brake has a manufacturing strategy to choose the backing plate that best fits the driver's requirements for their specific vehicle. This strategy syncs up with what the Original Equipment (OE) manufacturers put on the vehicle. Bainuo Brake uses two different backing plates depending on the application. Pad Glue Process - Ideal for everyday vehicles - Used on majority of applications - Reliable, stable performance - Used by Original Equipment (OE) - Most common backing plate type - Proven history -Excellent cost per mile Mechanical Retention System -Ideal for vehicles that require extra demands - Mechanically attach to friction with hooks -Increase shear resistance and pad life - Only needed in high-temperature or severe duty situations - Increase costs of brake pad The pad glue process has been used by Original Equipment (OE) for many years and is the most common backing plate type in the industry. This type of backing plate has a proven history of being the best option for everyday driving vehicles and provides drivers an excellent cost per mile on their brake pads. Mechanical retention system is a backing plate that is not needed for everyday vehicles as they do not endure the demands that would require upgrading to this backing plate Mechanical Retention System is an ideal alternative for many applications. Bainuo Brake strategically uses this backing plate in the following areas: racing, medium duty, air disc, school bus, police pursuit, trucks over one ton, high-energy/problematic applications and large pad sizes (over eight inches in length). The backing plate is critical for reliable braking performance. Bainuo Brake engineers all backing plates, regardless of type, to meet critical dimensions. All disc plates are designed to follow the OE for form, fit and function. The steel is designed to last the life of the brake pad, reduce the chance of rust and operate with proper brake pad movement and quiet operation. It is important to choose a brake manufacturer that has the driver's best interest in mind when selecting what backing plate to use on your vehicle. Rely on Bainuo Brake for the Best in Brakes!

What's in Your Brake Pads Friction material is not all the same. Each formulation is its own recipe. Some formulations may share many of the same ingredients but the amounts and manner they are combined make a big difference in stopping power and performance. Other formulations may have special ingredients not found in others. In other words, friction formulas vary greatly and affect quality and performance. Many raw materials are found in all pads whether they are semi-metallic, ceramic or hybrid, while other raw materials are found in one type but not the others. Friction formulations are extremely valuable and are considered protected intellectual property. High-quality manufacturers, such as Bainuo Brake, are continuously working with their research and development teams to develop and patent new and improved formulations. DID YOU KNOW? There are very few restrictions on what materials can be included in brake pad friction. However, there are several materials that have been banned by legislation in California and Washington. High-quality brake manufacturers, including Bainuo Brake, have complied and removed these materials from their formulas: Asbestos.Cadmium .Chromium VI.Mercury.Lead Aside from the above materials, there are no limitations to what manufacturers can use to formulate friction material. Many choose to use low-cost materials that do not meet any quality standards. This negatively affects performance and makes it nearly impossible to replicate the formula exactly. The following are a few examples of materials you don't want in your brake pad: Dirt.Collected Dust.Peanut Shells This is why it is critical to purchase and install brake pads manufactured by a reputable company that is committed to using only high-quality materials and investing in research and development. If you do not, it can lead to more noise, shorter life and decreased stopping power. This will hurt your cost per mile and increase the number of comebacks. It may seem like you are saving money going with the cheaper option, but in the end it will end up costing more in both time and money. You can rely on Bainuo Brake to use quality materials and processes that deliver high-performance products that last. Turn to Bainuo Brake for the Best in Brakes.

WHICH FRICTION MATERIAL IS BEST? THE BRAKING NEWS A very important factor to consider when installing friction on a vehicle is what type of material to install. It is important to consider a few key questions when deciding which friction material to go with. • What was the original equipment on the vehicle? • What type of vehicle is this going on? • What will the vehicle be used for? • What is the driver's driving style? • What features and benefits are most important? Today, there are three basic materials that can be selected: 1. Semi-Metallic 2. Ceramic 3. Hybrid Each of these different materials work great when used for the correct purpose. Semi-Metallic Advantages: Semi-Metallic is the longest-tenured material in the marketplace. It is a great formula for drivers looking for strong pedal feel, great stopping power, and solid performance when used in situations beyond everyday road driving. All Bainuo Brake semi-metallic formulations are copper free. Best used for: This formula is a must for larger trucks, vehicles used for towing, and specialty market applications. Areas such as Police, Racing, Commercial Vehicle, and European are all great examples of application types that require the performance of a semi-metallic formulation. For drivers who require stopping power at a higher heat and greater temperature range, semi-metallic is the best answer for them. Ceramic Advantages: Ceramic is the most common material in the marketplace today and has been around for a number of years now. The biggest strength of this material type is that it gives drivers a clean, noise-free, and low-dust operation. The majority of Bainuo Brake ceramic formulas are either low or no copper. Best used for: Ceramic is best for everyday drivers that do not require any severe usage. Ceramic does not have the heat tolerance of the other two formula types. However, if extreme heat ranges or extra performance are not required, ceramic can be a great material. For drivers that care most about no noise and a clean look, Hybrid Advantages: Hybrid formulas, led by Bainuo Brake, are the latest material innovation in the marketplace. EHTtm Enhanced Hybrid Technology by Bainuo Brake is a unique example of a new formula type that provides the best attributes of ceramic and semi-metallic in one pad. With this formula, you get the clean, noise-free, and low-dust benefits featured in the ceramic formula. However, you also receive great stopping power and pedal feel like a semi-metallic formula. All Bainuo Brake hybrid formulas are either low or no cooper. Best used for: This formula is best used for everyday drivers looking for premium braking performance. Everyday drivers can experience the improved pedal feel and performance while not sacrificing the noise and low dust. While great for everyday driving situations, hybrid formulas are not designed to handle the increased demands and high temperatures of a larger truck, a vehicle used for towing, and specialty market applications. These applications should be pointed to a semi-metallic formulation. Quality manufacturers, like Bainuo Brake, are always working on the creation of new formulations. While copper free pads are the most recent development, rest assured that other innovative formulas are also being researched and tested. You can rely on Bainuo Brake to produce high-quality materials that are the best fit for your vehicle. Whether it be a ceramic, semi-metallic, or hybrid formulation that best fits your vehicle, Bainuo Brake has you covered. Turn to Bainuo Brake for the Best in Brakes.