New Orleans X Brake supplies a complete line of proprietary resin-based Non-Asbestos Woven Brake Blocks, specifically engineered to meet the demanding requirements of oilfield drilling and well-servicing operations. Designed to perform under extreme loads, temperatures, and operating conditions, our brake blocks deliver reliable braking performance, extended service life, and consistent control when equipment performance matters most.

For more than three decades, we have supported the drilling industry with high-quality friction materials, extensive inventory, and expert technical support to help keep rigs operating safely and efficiently.

Oilfield Brake BLocks

Void Elimination: Our tightly interlocked woven construction minimizes internal voids, creating a dense, uniform friction material that promotes consistent performance and durability.

Superior Drum Contact: Each brake block is precision-finished to ensure proper rim and flange conformity, providing uniform contact across the drum surface for smooth, reliable braking action.

Optimized Friction Stability: Engineered for high-temperature operation, our proprietary resin-based formulation maintains stable friction characteristics across a broad range of operating conditions, helping operators maintain precise control.

Extended Service Life: The compact woven surface structure maximizes wear resistance and extends brake block life, reducing maintenance requirements and replacement frequency.

Product ADVANTAGES

Combination Brake Block Sets

Optional Non-Asbestos Molded Wiper Blocks are available with sets to promote even drum wear, improve braking response, and enhance overall system performance.

Inventory & Technical Support

Equipment downtime is costly. That’s why New Orleans X Brake maintains one of the industry’s largest inventories of oilfield brake blocks, allowing us to provide rapid order fulfillment and dependable service when time is critical.

  • Most orders ship the same day 

  • Immediate product identification assistance 

  • Expert application and engineering support 

  • Support for OEM and custom-designed applications 

  • GARDNER DENVER

  • HALL

  • HARROLD LEE

  • HARTLAND

  • HOPPER

  • HSMC

  • HYCALOG

  • IDECO

  • IRI

  • KREMCO

  • LANCO

  • LAYNE TEXAS

  • LEE ENGINEERING

  • MAC

  • MAINLAND

  • MESA MFG.

  • MID-CONTINENT

  • ALCO

  • BDW CO.

  • BETHELEM

  • BREWSTER / SKYTOP BRIDGES

  • BUCYRUS ERIE

  • CARDWELL

  • CHALLENGER

  • CONTINENTAL EMSCO

  • COOPER

  • CRANE CARRIER

  • CYCLE MACHINE

  • DREYCO, DUGGAN

  • FALCON

  • FAILING

  • FRANKS CABOT

We supply brake blocks for a wide range of drilling and well servicing drawworks, including equipment manufactured by:

Drawworks APPLICATIONS

  • MIDWAY MFG.

  • MOLLER MFG.

  • MOOR

  • MOUNTAIN RIG

  • NATIONAL

  • OILWELL

  • OILWORKS

  • O.I.M.E.

  • PARKER

  • PEMCO

  • POOL

  • RIG EQUIPMENT MFG.

  • RIG MASTER

  • SEACOAST

  • SCHAEFFER OILFIELD SERVICE

  • SKYTOP

  • SERVICE KING

  • SPENCER HARRIS

  • SPEEDSTAR

  • SUPERIOR

  • TAYLOR

  • TEXAS FLANGE

  • TRI SERVICE MACHINE, TROY

  • UNIFLEX

  • UNIT RIG

  • WAGNER MOREHOUSE

  • WALKER-NEER

  • WEISS CORP.

  • WICHTEX

  • WILSON

And many other legacy and specialty drilling equipment manufacturers.

All brake block sets are packaged for efficient handling and installation.

Each set includes:

  • Brass Fillister Head Screws 

  • Zinc Plated Kepnuts 

  • Woven Plugs 

New Orleans X Brake is committed to providing dependable braking solutions, fast delivery, and industry-leading support to help drilling contractors and service companies minimize downtime and maximize productivity.

Packaged FOR CONVENCIENCE

Two large rust-colored curved steel industrial components on wooden pallets in an outdoor equipment yard
Large maroon metal components secured with black straps on wooden pallets inside a warehouse
Large circular metal industrial tank with a reddish-brown rim and wooden slatted interior, secured on a pallet in a warehouse
Large red-brown industrial circular rotor assembly with segmented internal vanes, mounted on a wooden shipping pallet.
Assorted curved metal industrial brake components arranged on wooden pallets outdoors.
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