SAE J160

Dimensional Stability of Friction Materials When Exposed to Elevated Temperatures

Month of publication: 2001-10-04

Developed by committee: Brake Linings Standards Committee

Annotation and contents

Source of this annotation and contents: SAE.

This performance standard specifies a universal method of measuring the dimensional change of friction materials to determine the effects of temperature. The test applies to both disc and drum type linings commonly used in automotive and truck type braking systems.