Wabco 1835450054 Contact Paste

Description

This Contact Paste, manufactured by Wabco (MPN 1835450054), is a crucial component within air brake systems, specifically for trailer brake controls. It ensures reliable electrical connectivity and prevents corrosion between mating surfaces. Its application helps maintain optimal brake system performance and extends the lifespan of electrical connections. This component measures 25 x 41 x 230 mm and meets OE specifications.

Key Features & Benefits

This stuff is basically an electrically conductive grease. It’s designed to improve the connection between sliding metal surfaces, specifically in your trailer brake wiring. It gets applied where the wires connect to the brake control module and the connector itself. It helps prevent corrosion and makes sure the electrical signal gets through reliably. It's not a lubricant, though—don't think of it like oil or grease for moving parts. Think of it as a critical part of how your truck talks to your trailer brakes. Your brake controller sends a signal, and this paste helps that signal get down the wiring to actually activate the trailer brakes. It’s used in air brake systems and electric trailer brake systems, mostly at connection points. It helps complete the circuit and ensure a solid connection. It’s not something the brakes need to physically work, it's about the electrical side of things.

Symptoms, Risks & Replacements

Honestly, a little bit of this stuff can save you a whole lot of headache. Corrosion builds up on electrical connections over time, especially with trailers because they’re exposed to the elements. That corrosion increases resistance, meaning the signal gets weaker or can even get completely blocked. If that happens, your trailer brakes might not respond properly – or at all. You’ll notice if you start getting intermittent brake function or a warning light on your controller. It’s a cheap preventative measure. We carry a good selection of it at Fixparts Online, and a small tube will last you a long time. It’s definitely something worth checking and reapplying during trailer maintenance.

Warranty Information

Wabco Contact Paste (MPN 1835450054) comes with a 1-year warranty.