Product Description
Brake shoe
Specifications
Physical Specifications
| Material - Backing Plate | Steel |
| Material - Friction Lining | Organic or semi-metallic compound |
| Minimum Thickness for Replacement | 3/32 inch |
| Typical Service Life | 1.5 to 3 years |
| Lining Composition | Organic or semi-metallic for optimal friction coefficient |
Compatibility
| Application | Electric lift trucks with drum brake systems |
| Compatible Brands | Crown, Toyota, Raymond, Yale, Hyster |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What equipment is the 15767 brake shoe designed for?
A: The 15767 brake shoe is engineered for electric lift trucks and is compatible with most drum brake systems from major OEM brands including Crown, Toyota, Raymond, Yale, and Hyster. Confirm your equipment model and brake assembly type before ordering.
Q: What material composition is used in the 15767 brake shoe?
A: Brake shoes are manufactured with a steel backing plate and friction lining typically composed of organic or semi-metallic compounds designed to provide consistent friction coefficients across normal operating temperatures while minimizing heat generation.
Q: What is the expected service life of a brake shoe?
A: Under typical electric lift truck duty cycles, brake shoes last between 1.5 to 3 years depending on brake usage frequency, load handling patterns, and operator braking habits. Wear accelerates rapidly if the mating drum becomes glazed or out-of-round.
Q: How do I know when the 15767 brake shoe needs replacement?
A: Replace brake shoes when friction lining thickness falls below 3/32 inch, when braking distance increases noticeably, when brake drag or noise develops, or when visual inspection shows uneven wear or separation of lining from the backing plate.
Q: Does the 15767 have OEM equivalents from other manufacturers?
A: Cross-reference information for the 15767 depends on your specific lift truck model and brake system design. Provide your equipment serial number or brake assembly part number for accurate cross-reference matching across brands.
Q: Can brake shoes be reused if the drum is resurfaced?
A: New brake shoes are always recommended when the brake drum is machined or resurfaced, as new friction lining provides optimal contact geometry. Reusing worn shoes with a resurfaced drum results in rapid re-wear and inconsistent braking.