Shimano Type H Brake Pad

Replacement pads with cooling fins for Shimano 4-piston calipers. Available in both Resin – Organic and Sintered – Metallic options.  

Sintered/Metallic:                                                

Pros:

• Less fade at higher temperatures.
• Perform better in wet conditions.
• Longer lasting.
• Better for heavier riders and steeper terrain.

Cons:

• Reduced Initial bite.
• Can be a bit noisy.

Resin/Organic:

Pros:

• Quiet.
• Better initial bite.

Cons:

• Tends to wear faster.
• More prone to glazing under heavy, sustained braking.
• Performance suffers in wet conditions.

 Compatibility:

• BR-M8020 – XT 
• BR-M820 – Saint
• BR-M640 – Zee

Not compatible with BR-M9120, BR-M8120, BR-M7120 due to the shape of the fins. These calipers require Type N finned pads.

Non-finned pad alternative: Check out the Type D brake pad for a non-finned alternative that will fit a wider variety of Shimano 4-piston calipers. (see link below)