Which brake pads are best for VAZ cars?

It is impossible to imagine driving a car without reliable and effective brakes. Vehicle safety and people's lives depend on them.

Recently, the number of sales of VAZ cars has been increasing, which leads to an increase in demand for consumables, including brake pads. For VAZ cars, the car market offers a wide range of elements for brake systems. They are divided according to the materials used in production, their methods of fixation and brands.

In our rating, we will help highlight the Top leading brands of brake pad manufacturers for VAZ cars, guaranteeing their quality.

AC Delco

The brand is registered in the USA (a division of General Motors). One of the best brake pads used in many car models, including VAZ cars. They are reliable, last a long time, and are easy to install. Efficiency, safety, reliability, heat removal from the rotor, ensures the use of advanced technologies in the production process. Specialists have created a special semi-metallic composite mixture using steel fibers.

ACDelco has been tested to SAE J2784 standards and is proven to provide high friction braking performance. The pads have slots and chamfers that suppress noise, vibration and harshness when braking.

The drum pads are reliably protected with an anti-corrosion coating. The environmentally friendly production process does not use heavy metals or asbestos. They are similar in shape to the original brake system components and no adjustment is required during installation.

Advantages:

• reliability;
• strength;
• durability;

Flaws:

• high price.

Pros and cons of different types of brake pad materials

Organic brake pads

They include Kevlar, rubber, glass, resins and carbon materials.

Their advantages include:

1. Products made from this material are soft.
2. They do not make loud sounds when braking.

The disadvantages include:

1. They wear out quickly.
2. In wet weather, the braking distance increases due to the deterioration of the adhesive properties of the material.
3. When driving a car in dusty areas, the holes in the brake discs become clogged, which leads to their overheating.

Metal based brake pads

The composition of this product includes organic substances and metal (steel or copper).

Product advantages:

1. The material has a long service life.
2. They have high-quality braking in any weather.
3. The material has heat dissipation properties, which prevents skidding when cornering.

Minuses:

1. High price.

Ceramic brake pads

The top layer of the product is made of various non-ferrous metals; it also contains iron and ceramic elements.

Product advantages:

1. Resistant to high temperature loads that appear during vehicle movement and braking.
2. They do their job well during braking.
3. Not afraid of rust.
4. Keep the ventilation holes in their original form.

Minuses:

1. Very high cost.

Semi-metallic brake pads

The product includes:

1. various metals (in the form of copper, steel);
2. inorganic substances;
3. graphite;
4. friction modifier.

Product advantages:

1. Has high-quality heat dissipation.

There are significantly more disadvantages:

1. They wear out quickly.
2. They produce noise during braking.
3. They cannot cope with sub-zero temperatures, which increases the braking process in winter.

Glued brake pads

Special overlays are glued to a metal base using a special adhesive.

Pros:

1. Products can be used until the wear mark is reached.
2. Acceptable cost depending on the manufacturer.

Minuses:

1. It is imperative to monitor and erase this brake system so as not to damage the entire brake disc.

Rivet Brake Pads

The composition of the rivet elements resembles adhesive ones.

Their feature is the same as that of adhesive ones, however, the disadvantage is that when worn they make a creaking sound, which indicates the disc is braking against the rivet.

Bosch BC905 Quiet Cast

The German brand Bosch is famous for its quality products. This brand produces ceramic and semi-metallic brake pads with effective braking capabilities. The manufacturer uses cast pad technology, which protects the nozzles, provides stability, strength, and noise reduction. Slots and chamfers with original design ensure good fit and performance.

The gasket with a rubber core has good insulating properties and provides quiet and soft braking. The kit includes fasteners and synthetic lubricant. These parts are suitable for cars whose drivers prefer ceramics, but do not want to lose speed in extreme conditions.

Advantages:

• low dust levels;
• use of aerospace alloy;
• reliable protective layer.

Flaws:

• high price.

STS

The Russian company “STS Company” produces good quality products for the low-price niche.

They have good friction properties and thermal stability. Together with the Friction Materials Group company (monitoring compliance with norms and standards), a unique friction composition of 15 components was created. “STS Company” produces a large line of brake pads for rear and front discs, suitable for the entire model range of VAZ cars. Based on the test results, it was found that at a speed of 100 km/h, with cold brakes, it showed good friction coefficients of 0.48.

What to look for when choosing brake pads?

The main criteria that help in choosing pads include:

1. you need to purchase pads in a store and check for the appropriate certificate marked 90R/R90;
2. carrying out an inspection for the absence of foreign particles, defects in schools, cracks or dents;
3. checking the metal structure for the evenness of all elements, absence of damage to the friction layer of the product and its bends;
4. The attached instructions must indicate the braking temperature of the pads. The standard temperature for VAZs should be from 280 to 350 degrees Celsius;
5. pay attention to the markings: the higher the friction coefficients, the better the braking process and the wear of the pads;
6. It is advisable to purchase the original originally installed at the factory.

ROSDOT

A team of experienced professionals and JSC TIIR, with the participation of European specialists, create elements of brake systems for VAZ cars from harmless friction materials. The raw materials for the friction composite do not contain asbestos, nickel, or copper; they are purchased in Austria and Germany, some of which have no analogues in Russia.

Considering their low cost, ROSDOT brake pads have good wear-resistant characteristics and heat dissipation. Thanks to the use of Italian mastic, the pads do not emit extraneous noise at low temperatures and when they get wet. In terms of price-quality ratio, Rosdot front and rear brake pads have no equal. The products maintain stability of the friction coefficient over the entire operating range of temperatures, speeds and pressures;

Advantages:

• high braking efficiency;
• ergonomics;
• disc-saving properties;
• reasonable price.

Flaws:

• wear out quickly.

A special device that alerts you to pad wear

Today you can install a special device on both the rear and front pads, it will warn about the degree of wear. Such devices can be mechanical or electronic. In the first case, an unpleasant creak is heard when worn. In both cases, replacing the front brake pads of a VAZ 2110 can be much easier. In the case of an electronic device, when the pad wears out, a special indicator on the dashboard lights up.

Note! Brake pads need to be changed in pairs on two wheels. In the worst case, new and already worn pads will brake the wheels differently.

EzATI

Manufacturer: Yegoryevsk plant of asbestos technical products. The range of pads competes with Western similar products, with prices 30% lower. E55 code pads are made without the use of asbestos in the friction material, using expensive organic elements. Such pads are recommended for use in cars whose drivers love fast and aggressive driving (friction coefficient 0.46). With this driving style, their service life is 40-45 thousand km.

Pads with code T266 with stable performance characteristics and effective braking (friction coefficient 0.37). The manufacturer declares in the documentation a service life of 20-25 thousand km with a calm driving style, without constant overloads and emergency braking.

When installed, these products do not require adjustment and ensure performance for the entire declared service life. The products meet the requirements of AvtoVAZ and are supplied to its conveyors. Considering multiple counterfeits, the company, as part of product protection, began to paint metal frames using triboelectric spraying with blue polymer materials. In addition to protection against counterfeiting, this method creates mechanical and corrosion resistance, as well as a beautiful appearance.

Analogs

When choosing front discs, you can also pay attention to more expensive similar parts from foreign manufacturers. Information on them is collected in the table below.

Vati

JSC "VATI-AVTO" produces good environmentally friendly pads for domestic cars, this positions the products as safe for the environment, thereby satisfying European standards and safety requirements.

Friction properties in cold conditions and high temperatures after warming up show good results. Test results: at a speed of 100 km/h, with cold brakes, the friction coefficient is 0.35, when they are heated to 250 degrees, the coefficient increases to 0.37. During the mountain test cycle, the braking coefficient is 0.40, and during cooling – 0.47. The products are characterized by good wear resistance, no dust formation, and a gentle effect on brake discs.

Advantages:

• good quality/price ratio;
• durability;
• work without squeaks and noises;

Flaws:

• limited model range.

Bosch BP976

Like all Bosch products, brake pads guarantee quality. They provide braking power, sound insulation, reliability and durability. For production, special ceramics, organic, non-asbestos, semi-metallic and NAO materials are used. They guarantee safety and durability.

A rubber gasket with a core is installed on the pads. The slots and chamfers ensure a good fit. Designed for a relaxed driving style. Tests showed the following indicators: at a speed of 100 km/h, with cold brakes, friction coefficients are 0.48. When they were heated to 250 degrees, the coefficient decreased significantly, to 0.3. During the mountain test cycle the braking coefficient was 0.36, and during cooling it was 0.46.

Advantages:

• the pads are effective in braking on the mountain cycle;
• low level of wear;

Flaws:

• reduction in the efficiency of characteristics at elevated temperatures.

ATE

The manufacturer Continental Teves produces front and rear ceramic pads with good braking performance, low wear resistance, disc-saving, silent, and soft braking. The products belong to the upper price category.

Test results showed that at a speed of 100 km/h, with cold brakes, friction coefficients are 0.58. When they were heated to 250 degrees, the coefficient decreased slightly, to 0.47. During the mountain test cycle the braking coefficient was 0.43, and during cooling it was 0.48. The friction coefficient turned out to be one of the highest among the pads for VAZ cars.

Products do not lose their performance qualities until maximum wear. This is achieved through the use of innovative manufacturing technologies and friction composite materials. They use non-ferrous metals (chrome, nickel, titanium), this classifies these ceramic products as “luxury”. Thanks to the large assortment, ATE products can be used in all VAZ car models.

Advantages:

• proven quality;
• wear resistance;
• stability of characteristics.

Installation

Installation is always carried out in the reverse order of dismantling. But in order not to get confused in this work, we will discuss this issue in more detail.

1. To begin with, we need to push the piston of the brake system cylinder all the way inside.
2. It is necessary to attach the handbrake rod to the new rear block. This must be done in exactly the same way as was the case with the old node, and in no other way.
3. We put the cotter pin in place.
4. How much we suffered before we pulled out the guide spring. Now it's time to bring her back. We attach it to the block.
5. The cable is connected to the handbrake rod.
6. The previously removed upper spring is now attached to the pads at one end and the other.
7. Now get ready to perform the most important stage of the work: we place the block on the brake cylinder, in the place where it should be. We tighten it a little from below so that the spring stretches and makes it possible to place a spacer bar in the niche. We insert the bar. After this, we put the second block in place, but only so that it does not fit into the hole of the strip.
8. Armed with pliers, we engage another spring with the assembly. But here, keep in mind one important nuance: in no case should the cable touch the parts of the drum that come into motion, otherwise it can lead to serious consequences.
9. We are approaching the end of the work process. We install the drum in place, fasten it with bolts, and install the wheel.

MarKon

MarKon brake pads are considered the best in the budget price segment. The product line is extensive, with over 500 models. The manufacturer uses a soft friction mixture for the pads with more than 20 components in its composition.

The products adhere well to the discs, thereby preventing them from wearing out prematurely (although their service life is short, 20-30 thousand kilometers). Before grinding in, the pads initially make a squeaking sound, but during operation it disappears. The reason is the mismatch between the geometry of the pads and VAZ discs. When testing on dynamic stands, the friction coefficient turned out to be stable throughout all cycles (0.42-0.44).

Advantages:

• cheap price;
• efficiency;
• maintainability;
• rapid heat removal from the contact zone.

Flaws:

• needs to be changed frequently;
• insufficient strength of the material;
• gathering dust.