We offer a range of specialised brake pads for different vehicles and driving conditions. Find the right brake pads for your vehicle today.
General purpose brake pads for everyday driving.
Using the latest Ceramic technology and specifically engineered for EV and Hybrid Vehicles.
Superior performance for European vehicles.
Specially formulated brake pads for on and off-road driving.
Specially engineered to suit the most extreme 4WD applications.
Muti-purpose brake pads for hard working vehicles.
High performance stopping for performance and prestige vehicles.
Exceptional stopping power for even greater confidence.
Extensively tested for high speed driving conditions
We offer a range of precision engineered disc brake rotors as the perfect complement to the extensive Bendix brake pad range.
Reliable & durable braking performance for ‘everyday’ vehicles.
Specially engineered brake rotors for European vehicles.
Sports & performance disc brake rotors with advanced heat dissipation.
Increased strength and durability for peak performance.
We’ve engineered our brake shoes specifically for Australian conditions to provide a reliable, economical brake shoe replacement.
Quality brake shoes, engineered for Australian conditions.
Superior stopping power, reliability and durability for 4WD vehicles.
Bendix has applied its expert knowledge in the design and manufacture of disc brake rotors to the brake drum category, resulting in a range of quality drum brakes suitable for many utility vehicles and their wagon derivatives, as well as selected passenger cars.
Featuring high quality metallurgy, Bendix Brake Drums deliver strong braking performance and low noise operation along with a confident and consistent pedal feel.
For vehicle owners, Bendix Brake Kits are a convenient and cost-effective alternative to buying individual braking components.
Euro+™ disc brake rotors and pads (as well as brake wear sensors if required for the model) in a convenient and cost-effective kit.
Our comprehensive upgrade kits contain everything you need to keep your vehicle in peak condition.
Brake pads, rotors, braided lines and more for your 4WD vehicle.
For selected 4WD wagons and dual cab utes, featuring advanced brake pads, disc brake rotors, calipers, braided lines and ancillary items.
For popular 4WD wagons and dual cab utes, featuring advanced brake drums and brake shoe kit and ancillary items.
Our electric secondary park brakes are the safe and cost-effective solution for improved park brake performance in popular 4WD models.
Toyota Hilux owners can now enjoy extra braking performance.
Increased braking performance for towing and heavy loads.
Advanced brake pads and disc brake rotors, braided lines and a host of ancillary items.
Experience vastly improved brake pedal feel and feedback with an upgraded brake hose.
A specialised brake hose upgrade for your 4WD vehicle.
A specialised brake hose upgrade for your performance vehicle.
Our electric brake controllers provide safe and effective stopping power when towing heavy loads, offering total control, comfort, and reliability.
For peace of mind and ultimate tow control, tow with the Bendix Ultimate Tow™ Electric Brake Controller.
Our premium electric brake wear sensors easily warn drivers when brake pads are nearing the end of their lifespan.
Easily warns drivers when brake pads are nearing the end of their lifespan.
Our Commercial vehicle range brings advanced engineering to brake pads, brake shoes and linings, ensuring increased performance and a longer lifespan for parts.
Designed to cope with high temperatures found in constant braking.
Designed to withstand extremes of heavy duty operation.
Long-lasting, reliable performance.
Rigorously tested to meet hard on-road conditions.
Our range of fluids and spray Auto Care products help you keep your vehicle in peak condition every day.
Minimises corrosion and optimises braking performance.
Lasting protections against friction, wear, and corrosion.
Fights oils, dust, dirt, and grease and stops brake squeal.
Removes grease and grime from engines, motors and workshop surfaces.
Prevents dirt and brings a shine to tyres, mudflaps, and bumpers.
Lubricates, protects and prevents corrosion.
Protects surfaces from scratching and prevents squeaking.
Lubricates, waterproofs, protects against corrosion, binding & squeaking.
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When having new Bendix disc brake pads fitted to their vehicle, most drivers won’t give much thought to what goes on behind the scenes to ensure their purchase performs at its best not only when fitted, but thousands of kilometres down the road.
Aside from the detailed prototyping and engineering process that each product line goes through during development, Bendix has comprehensive Quality Assurance protocols in place that are systematically applied during the manufacture of all disc brake pads. It’s one of the reasons why Bendix boasts an impressive – and extremely low – eight parts per million in manufacturing defects.
The QA process combines subtle and not so subtle procedures, with pads subjected to a variety of strength testing along with other measures that evaluate dimensional specifications and check the composition of the raw friction materials.
Strength and fit
Shear testing evaluates how well the brake pad’s friction compound is bonded to its backing plate. A shear strength test machine applies hydraulic pressure against the edge of the friction material to a specified level to determine the quality of adhesion. This test is conducted at both ambient temperature and with the part at 300°C to replicate real world operating conditions.
Shear testing evaluates how well the brake pad’s friction compound is bonded to its backing plate.
Another procedure that also seeks to emulate driving conditions is the compression test, which again uses equipment but this time to simulate brake (caliper piston) applications and check pad displacement under ambient and elevated temperatures of up to 400°C.
The compression test simulates brake (caliper piston) applications and checks pad displacement under ambient and elevated temperatures of up to 400°C.
To ensure an easy fit and installation when pads are being replaced, a Coordinate Measuring Machine is used to dimensionally check that the pad correctly aligns with the specifications of the engineering drawings. For auxiliary hardware – particularly smaller components – a shadow graph is used to measure these.
A Coordinate Measuring Machine is used to dimensionally check that the pad correctly aligns with the specifications of the engineering drawings.
Friction material quality and accuracy
With the structural integrity of the pad assured, Bendix’s QA team turns its attention to the friction material. Among the checks is an XRF (X-ray Fluorescence) test that examines the composition of the material and identifies if any inorganic elements are present. This is supported by an acetone test as well as resin testing, specific gravity test and sieve size analysing.
A technician prepares to check the density of raw material ingredients that will go into a friction material mix
Each of these tests are designed to ensure that along with containing the correct ingredients, that the quantity and particulate size of each raw material element matches the required formula for the corresponding brake pad.
The QA program is finalised with yield testing – Bendix knows the weight of each raw material that has gone into the mix, so the yield should match the combined total of these raw materials. Should a discrepancy arise, there’s a potential issue with the mix and it will be investigated.
Testing frequency
Along with the rigidity of the QA processes, testing frequency is also important and helps minimise the likelihood that an underperforming pad will slip through the manufacturing facility. At Bendix the first 30 batches of raw materials are inspected before moving to skip lot inspections (every five batches or twice a year). For disc pad testing from the production facility, Bendix’s inspection team take samples for evaluation from every batch.
Test results are compared against specification and engineering drawings before given the all clear.
In the unlikely event that a complaint or error with a brake pad is found by a mechanical workshop, Bendix will investigate every occurrence, to reduce the likelihood of the issue happening again. Bendix’s detailed QA program is one of the reasons workshop professionals can fit Bendix pads with confidence, allowing drivers to put their foot down with confidence.
Robust QA testing ensures extremely low manufacturing defects across the Bendix Disc Pad range, meaning drivers can put their foot down with confidence.