What could be easier than buying wipers on your car? It is enough to go to the nearest car shop, choose something prettier and pay. But in most cases, everything is not as simple as it seems. Today there is a large assortment of brushes on sale - winter, frame, frameless, as well as popular hybrid wipers. It is hybrid brushes most often bought by motorists. Let's see what determines their popularity.
Theory
Any wiper blade is the three main components. The janitor consists of a rubber brush that cleans the glass of snow, dirt, water. The rubber tape is mounted on a special holder. Also in the design there is a holder with which these parts are fixed on the wiper arm.
In the process, the wiper experiences three forces - this is pressing, moving and twisting. In this case, the last two forces act especially strongly. For example, it is as if a piece of wire were bent, unbent, and also unwound and twisted.
In this case , the wiper blade should provide the most uniform pressing force along the entire length, although modern windshields have a complex shape. In addition, aggressive weather conditions act on the brush - it is rain, low temperatures, anti-icing reagents. Cars move at high speed - so that the wipers do not hang out, they must have high aerodynamic characteristics.
What are hybrid wiper blades?
Manufacturers unanimously claim that these are brushes of the most modern design. More recently, they were installed only on premium car models. Now this innovation has become available to everyone - they can be freely purchased in retail stores or at service stations.
The first to produce Denso hybrid wipers in 2005. This brand is well known to motorists. The surface of the brush is closed, and together with the lever, this accessory has an improved design. The design is sophisticated, and the mechanism itself is almost invisible.
There are special levers on the brush body, this allows the hybrid wiper to fit as tightly as possible to the surface of the windshield. Hybrid wipers are very effective, this is ensured by a special fixed rubber insert, which is additionally covered with a layer of graphite coating.
Design features
Hybrid brushes are the most ordinary brushes, the design of which combines the advantages of frame solutions and a rocker arm and hinge system. There is also a spoiler.
And if frame and frameless wipers can not be considered universal, then hybrid wiper blades are now the most versatile due to the frame, which regulates the optimal force of the brush against the glass. The compact casing protects the structures from dust and moisture, and thanks to the special aerodynamic shape, the clamping force is further increased and the lifting force is reduced .
The price is justified
This solution will work if the casing is split, from moving parts. This system combines the elements of frame and frameless brushes.
As you can see, this new product has many advantages - one drawback. Many motorists complain about the high price, but it is fully justified by the huge service life. Manufacturers use only the highest quality materials. This means that even after a year of active use, hybrid wipers will not lose their original shape.
Advantages and disadvantages of hybrid solutions
So. Motorists, not without reason, believe that such wiper blades are the most reliable. The case is made with the highest quality, materials are durable. These structures are not afraid of any mechanical impacts - any damage is excluded, and the backlash will never show itself. What could fail is rubber bands for hybrid wipers.
A huge number of domestic motorists gives preference to this type of wiper blades even in winter: they are easily cleaned of ice and snow with an ordinary scraper, and if there is none, you can use a simple brush. Another significant advantage is the silent operation.
The brush housing is completely enclosed and at the same time very strong and modern. It is resistant to all types of pollution. The rubber part of the brush is reliably protected from ultraviolet radiation.
Hybrid wipers have standard mounts, this allows them to be universal and provides an excellent fit to any windshield. It is also very simple to attach this design to the lever, and a special adapter is integrated for installation. Thanks to the rigid insert, which has graphite spraying, the glass is cleaned more efficiently and gently.
But what are the disadvantages of hybrid wipers. Owner reviews report that there is poor work in the winter: snow and ice easily accumulate under a plastic lining, and removing it from there easily and quickly does not work.
About proper operation
So, car wipers are quite expensive, so it’s important to know how to use them in such a way that they can work efficiently for as long as possible. There are some simple guidelines that can help you use these brushes longer.
It is not recommended to run the wipers on dry or ice-covered glass, as this may damage the rubber work insert. Also, do not try to remove snow from the surface of the glass with a brush, this will put a heavy load on the wiper motor. First, the snow must be removed with a scraper or a brush, and only then can the wiper be started.
It is also not recommended to leave the brushes near the glass in severe frost, this will eliminate freezing. It is necessary to regularly clean the brush from dirt, this will eliminate the risk of scratches on the glass and corrosion on metal parts. Wiper hinges must be regularly lubricated.
Manufacturers
There are still not many manufacturers on the market that produce these accessories. However, in Russia the products of several companies are presented at once, which allows not to feel a shortage.
Denso
Hybrid wipers "Denso" - one of the first that began to appear on the market. Also, these products are delivered to production where premium cars are assembled. The design of hybrid wipers is the most advanced engineering solutions.
Products are distinguished by a special low profile, matte black finish, versatility, and resistance to external influences. Brushes from this manufacturer are presented in all sizes, this makes it possible to pick them up for any car.
Denso wiper blade
These are number one wipers in any ratings. They have a stylish design, a powerful frame. The design is reliably protected by a plastic casing. The brushes are made of wear-resistant materials, and the tape is made of natural rubber. There is graphite spraying.
These products are distinguished by design and are suitable for those who consider their car to be at least a work of art. The frame is in an elegant casing. Every millimeter of this brush effectively performs its function right down to the tips.
These are the best hybrid wipers that can be found on the market today, as confirmed by reviews by professionals and ordinary car enthusiasts.
Trico hybrid
If we analyze the reviews of those who have already used these products, we can distinguish high technological effectiveness, the use of natural rubbers, the presence of graphite coating, and efficiency even at speeds of 190 km and above km / h.
Trico is a world famous manufacturer. This model of brushes takes into account all the disadvantages that competitive products had. Without any doubt, we can say that this product is really high quality. There is graphite spraying, a ribbon of natural rubber, silent operation. It's a great choice.
Sparco SPC-10xx
In this model, motorists highlight the universal mount, high performance all year round, maximum efficiency and noiselessness.
These brushes are also a great choice. They are of high quality and can remove even a layer of clay from the glass.
Heyner hybrid
A distinctive feature of these brushes is acceptable quality and affordability compared to products of other brands. The company also produces all consumables for wipers - this is a big plus.
Heyner brushes have a high level of corrosion protection, the cleaning tape is made of natural rubber. According to reviews, these products are quite quiet and have a good hold. A universal mount makes these brushes applicable to any car.
Summary
As you can see, the hybrid brush is really quite an interesting and promising product. These wipers have many advantages, are versatile and have a high level of operation. The price is higher than the cost of frame and frameless solutions, but it is fully justified by manufacturability and a lot of advantages.