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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.
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Exceptional stopping power for even greater confidence.
Extensively tested for high speed driving conditions
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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.
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Lubricates, protects and prevents corrosion.
Protects surfaces from scratching and prevents squeaking.
Lubricates, waterproofs, protects against corrosion, binding & squeaking.
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When thinking about braking systems, hoses are likely to be well down the list in terms of the components that immediately come to mind for most people.
Although brake hoses may not have the same prominence as other components such as brake pads, disc brake rotors, calipers or even the brake master cylinder, the humble brake hose is actually one of the most regulated components of a vehicle. This gives an indication of how critically important brake hoses are to the overall performance of a braking system.
In a nutshell, brake hoses are responsible for carrying brake fluid from a vehicle’s brake lines – which are fixed to the car or truck’s underbody – on the last part of the fluid’s journey to the brake calipers which of course are located at the wheels. The fact that there’s wheel movement going on as part of the suspension assembly as well as for steering, means that brake hoses need to flexible yet tough.
Another reason they need to be robust is because the brake fluid travels through under high pressure once the brake is applied and brake master cylinder comes into play. Brake fluid is non compressible, so the pressure that’s generated at the pedal is maintained to deliver the necessary braking force to safely bring a vehicle to a standstill. In order to maintain this pressure, the hose must retain its original shape.
It’s no surprise then that the regulations and testing that govern the manufacture of brake hoses is strict, with testing benchmarks set that are unlikely to ever be replicated in real world driving conditions.
Brake hose standards
A technician undertakes a check of the brake hose.
To meet governing DOT and SAE J1401 standards, brake hoses must pass the following tests:
- Burst pressures. Must withstand water pressure of 4,000 psi for two minutes
- Whip testing. Must endure being continually bent for 35 hours under pressure
- Tensile testing. Hose assembly must withstand a pull of 325 pounds (approx. 147kg) without separating from its end fittings in a ‘slow pull’ test and 370 pounds (approx. 168kg) in a ‘fast pull’ test
- Cold resistance. Hose is chilled to -45°C for 70 hours and must not show visible cracks when bent around a cylindrical shape
- Chemical resistance. Hose is subjected to 120°C for 70 hours while filled with an SAE ‘compatibility fluid’; afterwards the hose is subjected to a 4000 psi burst test
- Ozone resistance. Hose assembly is exposed to ozone for 72 hours at 40°C and then inspected for cracks under magnification
- Fitting corrosion resistance. Hose assembly is exposed to salt spray for 24 hours and must show no base metal corrosion to the end fitting surface
Replacing brake hoses
Most OEMs don’t have set schedules for replacing brake hoses, so they should be inspected during vehicle servicing, both visually and by feeling the hoses with the hands to pick-up any potential cracks or deformities that are out of sight.
If any of the following flaws are detected during an inspection, the brake hoses should be replaced:
Bendix braided brake hoses
Bendix brake hoses meet all SAE J1401 standards and are constructed with PTFE (Teflon®) tubing which is then covered by woven stainless steel 304 braid.
Bendix offer Ultimate 4WD Brake Hose Kits for standard height vehicles as well as in longer lengths for those four-wheel-drives equipped with raised suspensions – all meet the SAE J1401 standards as described earlier as a minimum.
To ensure high levels of performance and durability, the Bendix brake hoses are constructed from PTFE (Teflon®) tubing which is then covered by woven stainless steel 304 braid, and finished with the Bendix blue protective layer that further safeguards the braid from dirt, dust and grime.
While steel braiding isn’t required under SAE J1401, this added component helps to deliver a more consistent and firmer brake pedal feel and prevents over expansion of the hose under high braking pressures.
For additional performance, the Ultimate 4WD Brake Hoses are terminated with 12L14 steel and chrome plated; they also feature a rubber over-moulding designed to minimise coupling-to-hose fatigue which provides a longer life in tough environments.
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