Disc Brake Lining Wear Gauge - GearWrench

The GearWrench 2116D Disc Brake Lining Wear Gauge provides professional automotive and industrial technicians with a dependable method for quickly and accurately assessing brake pad lining thickness. This precision tool streamlines inspection processes and facilitates clear service recommendations by allowing measurements without removing the caliper, inserting tips between the rotor's edge and the disc pad's steel backup plates. It's an essential instrument for maintaining brake system safety across passenger cars, light trucks, and various fleet vehicles.

Key Features

• Accurate Pad Thickness Measurement: Delivers objective measurements of disc brake lining wear in 1/32-inch graduations, ranging from 1/8" to 3/4" and 3.1mm to 19mm, enabling precise comparison against OEM specifications and thorough documentation of pad condition.
• Professional-Grade Durability: Constructed from rugged materials designed to withstand the demands of daily shop environments, repeated use, and exposure to brake dust, cleaners, and common automotive fluids.
• Efficient Operation: Features a straightforward design that allows technicians to rapidly check both inner and outer pad wear within seconds, optimizing multi-point inspections and streamlining service workflows by eliminating the need to remove the caliper.
• Consistent Results: Promotes standardization of brake inspections across a service team, minimizing subjective "eyeball" estimates and contributing to reduced comebacks.
• Compact and Portable Design: Weighing just 0.2 lbs and measuring 9.35 inches in length, this gauge is easily carried in a tool cart or apron pocket for immediate access at the lift or alignment rack.

Applications

• Routine brake inspections on passenger vehicles and light trucks.
• Comprehensive multi-point inspections performed at dealerships and independent repair shops.
• Proactive fleet maintenance programs for vans, pickups, and commercial service trucks.
• Pre-purchase and pre-delivery inspections requiring documented brake pad life.
• Supporting service write-ups by providing measurable data for explaining recommended brake service to customers or fleet managers.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: GearWrench
• Model Number: 2116D
• Weight: 0.2 lbs
• Dimensions: 9.35 x 6 x 1 inches