As the pads wear down, caliper
pistons remain extended and a tool is required to push them
back in order to install new pads. Current tools on the
market traditionally only work on one type of caliper.
To remedy this, Facom launches the
DF.23 brake pad spreader, a single powerful tool suited for
use with both fixed and floating calipers, meaning it can be
used on sports and high performance cars. The clever design
of the DF.23 prevents damage to pistons, hubs and calipers
and ensures parallel piston retraction.
The DF.23 has been designed for
efficiency in a busy workshop. The steel plates that engage
the pistons can swivel 180 degrees making it easy for both
left and right side use. The brake pad spreader can generate
over 1600 lb/ft of force to retract rusted or corroded
pistons, while the single lever mechanism used to apply and
to release force makes the whole operation easier and allows
for faster service.
Alison Howard, UK Marketing Manager
for Facom, says: “Our new brake pad spreader is a highly
efficient tool, which will save mechanics a lot of time. As
the DF.23 is suitable for both fixed and floating calipers,
technicians will only need the one tool. The swivelling
plates and the single lever mechanism will make the routine
operation of changing brake pads a really simple and fast
one.”
