Machine at a glance

  • Series: HCBR series
  • Best fit: automotive brake pads, motorcycle linings, OEM and aftermarket friction material programs
  • Material scope: ceramic, semi-metallic, non-asbestos and phenolic resin friction compounds
  • Configuration: HCBR-100 to HCBR-800, selected by platen size, opening height, stroke, heating capacity and mold weight
  • Certification: CE certification available for export projects

Brake Pad Hot Press Molding Machine – Inverted Type

HCBR is an inverted brake pad hot press for factories that want stable density, firm backing-plate bonding and controllable thickness in regular production. The fixed lower heated platen gives the mold a steady working reference, so loading, positioning and automation connection can be planned more clearly.

For phenolic resin, semi-metallic, ceramic or non-asbestos friction compounds, the upper pressing action, fixed lower heated platen, hydraulic holding pressure, mold support, ejection and PLC operation work together so the factory can keep brake pad molding conditions clear from trial molding to batch production.

Key machine advantages

  • Inverted press layout keeps the lower heated platen fixed, giving the mold, feeding position and automation interface a clearer reference point.
  • Heated platens and hydraulic pressure holding help the friction compound cure, compact and bond to the backing plate with controlled thickness.
  • Mold support and ejection design help operators handle brake pad molds, remove finished pads and reduce unnecessary manual pulling.
  • Independent control cabinet, pressure gauges, PLC/touchscreen options, safety light curtains and optional IoT monitoring give factories clearer machine operation, safety and serviceability.

Machine Functions and Molding Control

The fixed lower heated platen gives the mold, backing plate and loading position a defined reference. Upper hydraulic pressing, holding time and ejection can then be matched to compound flow, resin cure and finished thickness for repeatable production and automation connection.

Inverted hot press structure

The fixed lower heated platen gives the mold a stable reference during loading, pressing and unloading, which is valuable when the customer plans automatic feeding, handling or line integration.

Heated platen curing

The heated platen area works with holding pressure and curing time to activate the resin binder, helping the pad keep density, thickness and bonding strength.

Mold support and ejection

The lower mold-support and ejection arrangement is selected from mold weight, cavity count and pad size, making production safer and cleaner for operators.

PLC, safety and monitoring

The control cabinet can manage pressure, temperature, time, alarms, safety light curtains and optional IoT monitoring, which is important when several operators share one production standard.



Model range and specifications

HCBR-100 to HCBR-200

For regular automotive and motorcycle pads, smaller mold sets and factories building reliable brake pad capacity.

HCBR-250 to HCBR-400

For larger platen needs, more cavities and medium-output brake pad production.

HCBR-500 to HCBR-800

For heavy molds, larger friction parts and high-output production planning.

Machine selection

Review platen size, daylight, stroke, heating capacity, hydraulic holding pressure, ejection and guarding from the actual mold plan.


Clamping force (Ton) 100
Plate size (m/m) 540×605
Cylinder diameter (m/m) 265
Stroke (m/m) 460
Daylight (m/m) 690
Pump pressure (kg/cm2) 210
Motor (HP) 5
Heater capacity (Kw) 10.6
Oil reservoir capacity (gallon) 100
Machine size LxWxH (m/m) 1940x1200x2370
Net weight approx (kg) 3700
Clamping force (Ton) 150
Plate size (m/m) 660×620
Cylinder diameter (m/m) 300/315
Stroke (m/m) 480
Daylight (m/m) 700
Pump pressure (kg/cm2) 210
Motor (HP) 7.5
Heater capacity (Kw) 10.6
Oil reservoir capacity (gallon) 100
Machine size LxWxH (m/m) 2030x1350x2370
Net weight approx (kg) 4000
Clamping force (Ton) 200
Plate size (m/m) 660×620

720×720

Cylinder diameter (m/m) 368
Stroke (m/m) 500
Daylight (m/m) 820
Pump pressure (kg/cm2) 210
Motor (HP) 10
Heater capacity (Kw) 15.2
Oil reservoir capacity (gallon) 120
Machine size LxWxH (m/m) 2300x1350x2670
Net weight approx (kg) 4500

6000

Clamping force (Ton) 250
Plate size (m/m) 720×720
Cylinder diameter (m/m) 400
Stroke (m/m) 520
Daylight (m/m) 810
Pump pressure (kg/cm2) 210
Motor (HP) 10
Heater capacity (Kw) 18.8
Oil reservoir capacity (gallon) 150
Machine size LxWxH (m/m) 2410x1350x2780
Net weight approx (kg) 6800
Clamping force (Ton) 300
Plate size (m/m) 630×630

720×720

900×860

Cylinder diameter (m/m) 450
Stroke (m/m) 560
Daylight (m/m) 810
Pump pressure (kg/cm2) 210
Motor (HP) 15
Heater capacity (Kw) 20
Oil reservoir capacity (gallon) 200
Machine size LxWxH (m/m) 2480x1490x2945
Net weight approx (kg) 6500

7500

9500

Clamping force (Ton) 400
Plate size (m/m) 630×630

720×720

900×860

Cylinder diameter (m/m) 500
Stroke (m/m) 560
Daylight (m/m) 950
Pump pressure (kg/cm2) 210
Motor (HP) 15
Heater capacity (Kw) 27
Oil reservoir capacity (gallon) 250
Machine size LxWxH (m/m) 2580x1500x3800
Net weight approx (kg) 6800

8000

10000

Clamping force (Ton) 500
Plate size (m/m) 800×800

900×900

Cylinder diameter (m/m) 560
Stroke (m/m) 580
Daylight (m/m) 1000
Pump pressure (kg/cm2) 210
Motor (HP) 15
Heater capacity (Kw) 30
Oil reservoir capacity (gallon) 250
Machine size LxWxH (m/m) 2810x1705x3135
Net weight approx (kg) 10000

13500

Clamping force (Ton) 600
Plate size (m/m) 900×900

1200×1000

Cylinder diameter (m/m) 620
Stroke (m/m) 610
Daylight (m/m) 1020
Pump pressure (kg/cm2) 210
Motor (HP) 20
Heater capacity (Kw) 30
Oil reservoir capacity (gallon) 300
Machine size LxWxH (m/m) 3000x1750x4100
Net weight approx (kg) 14000

16500

Clamping force (Ton) 800
Plate size (m/m) 1800×1400
Cylinder diameter (m/m) 700
Stroke (m/m) 700
Daylight (m/m) 1060
Pump pressure (kg/cm2) 210
Motor (HP) 30
Heater capacity (Kw) 40
Oil reservoir capacity (gallon) 355
Machine size LxWxH (m/m) 3220x1850x4350
Net weight approx (kg) 26000

How to choose this brake pad press

Inverted layout and automation

The fixed lower heated platen is a strong advantage when the line needs stable mold positioning, feeding equipment, handling equipment or future automation.

Heat, pressure and resin cure

Phenolic resin needs the right temperature, holding pressure and curing time so the friction material bonds firmly and keeps thickness.

Mold weight and ejection

The mold-support and ejection system should be selected from mold weight, pad depth and the way operators remove finished pads.

Control, safety and serviceability

PLC/touchscreen options, pressure gauges, safety light curtains, optional IoT monitoring, imported oil seals and service support help the factory keep machine settings traceable and maintenance clearer.

Prepare these details before inquiry

  • Brake pad drawing, backing plate size, finished thickness and required cavity count.
  • Friction material type, resin curing condition, mold size, mold weight and ejection method.
  • Target output, voltage, operator workflow, safety requirement and export document needs.

Machine service, imported components and export support

Han Chang supports machine selection, installation confirmation, operator guidance, online machine-status diagnosis and replacement-part coordination through service teams in Taiwan and Mainland China. Safety light curtains and optional IoT monitoring can be included according to the selected project configuration.

For suitable configurations, imported key components such as Mitsubishi PLC, Fuji Electric touch panel and Japanese-brand oil seals can be used to make control, troubleshooting and maintenance clearer.

Machine-status diagnosis

Service discussion focuses on the inverted press itself: hydraulic pressure, fixed lower heating area, platen temperature, holding pressure, ejection, PLC parameters, safety light curtains, sensors, valves, oil seals and machine alarms. This helps the customer evaluate automation connection, backing-plate placement, brake-pad thickness, friction-material curing and maintenance through the real machine status.

Imported key components

Mitsubishi PLC, Fuji Electric touch panel options and Japanese-brand oil seals give the buyer clearer control, easier parameter management and a better replacement-part path.

Taiwan and Mainland China support

Service teams in Taiwan and Mainland China help buyers discuss installation, operation, online machine checks and replacement parts after delivery.

Export project support

CE certification available for export projects. Han Chang can discuss CE document scope, machine configuration and service needs with export buyers before shipment.


Brake Pad Hot Press Molding Machine FAQ

Why is HCBR worth considering for brake pad production?

HCBR combines an inverted press layout, fixed lower heated platen, hydraulic pressure holding, mold support, ejection and PLC operation in one brake pad press, giving factories a clearer way to control density, bonding, thickness and automation connection.

What production problems does the HCBR press help control?

It helps the buyer manage uneven density, weak backing-plate bonding, unstable thickness, difficult demolding and unclear machine settings by matching heat, pressure, time, mold layout and ejection.

Which brake pad materials can be evaluated?

Factories can discuss semi-metallic, ceramic, non-asbestos and phenolic resin friction compounds, together with the actual backing plate and mold conditions.

How should the HCBR model be selected?

Select the model from platen size, mold weight, cavity count, opening height, stroke, hydraulic holding pressure, heating capacity, ejection and target output.

What support does Han Chang provide after delivery?

Han Chang can support installation discussion, operator guidance, online machine diagnosis, hydraulic and heating checks, PLC parameter review and replacement-part coordination through Taiwan and Mainland China service teams.