Difference in disc brake pad compounds
08-12-15, 09:03 AM
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Difference in disc brake pad compounds
I am looking into getting spare pads for my Shimano BR-RS785 brake calipers, what and I am wondering is what is the difference between the different pad compounds. I read a few articles online about it, but they seem to contradict each other
The two pads I was able to find online to replace my current ones are say
"Resin Brake Pad" and "Metal pad material"
https://www.bicyclesonline.com.au/sh...FQQHvAodwewAOA
wiggle.com.au | Shimano XTR BR-M985 Metal Pad With Cooling Fin | Disc Brake Pads
The two pads I was able to find online to replace my current ones are say
"Resin Brake Pad" and "Metal pad material"
https://www.bicyclesonline.com.au/sh...FQQHvAodwewAOA
wiggle.com.au | Shimano XTR BR-M985 Metal Pad With Cooling Fin | Disc Brake Pads
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Different materials for different conditions and results. Some companies like EB also make organic pads, they cost a little more and wear faster but you typically get more "bite" with them. I'd see if your LBS can offer other options or check online (Jenson, Pricepoint.com and Cambria should have some)
08-12-15, 09:35 AM
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3rd party companies like Kool Stop, also make sintered pads and Organic , plus offer steel or alloy backing plates
+ for extreme heat dissipation there are finned heat sink backing pads.
metallic sintered pads wear the disc more rapidly
+ for extreme heat dissipation there are finned heat sink backing pads.
metallic sintered pads wear the disc more rapidly
08-12-15, 09:47 AM
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It depends on your riding conditions and how you prefer your brakes to behave. Organic or resin pads are the default option and are smooth in application and medium in wear. Metallic pads are harder wearing and better for dirty/muddy conditions but have a less progressive feel. Sintered metal pads are rarer but are the best for extreme mud, think cyclocross.
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I'm 70kg, and will carry 6kg of gear when I tour, I plan to use the replacement pads in Japan in December, I use 160mm rotors, with hydrualic calipers.
