DIXCEL BRAKE PADS - WHICH IS RIGHT FOR ME?

Choosing the correct brake pad compound is the key to optimal stopping performance and longevity.
 

It is widely understood that heat is the biggest contributor to premature brake wear. Friction, outside of the pad's designed operating temperature (too cold), is also a common issue we see amongst weekend track cars, who use an aggressive sprint pad during off track activities such as the daily commute. Below is a guide to which compound we recommend for most common applications. Please contact us to discuss any specific motorsport requirements.
 

General - Heavy Street Use:
 

DIXCEL ES Type

Our entry level pad offering kept in stock to suit most common performance makes and models.

This compound is what we recommend for all cars that are driven spiritedly on a regular basis.

Material:           Non asbestos organic

Temperature:    0-600c

The radar chart below compares the DIXCEL ES Type pads and standard OEM pads, based on actual characteristic test results.

en_piechart_es

 

 

DIXCEL M Type

Premium pad compound available for most high performance or luxury vehicles seeking a low dust solution without sacrificing brake performance.

We recommend these pads for BMW M, Mercedes AMG or Audi RS vehicles that don't participate in race activities.

Material:           Ceramic & non asbestos organic

Temperature:    0-500c

The radar chart below compares the DIXCEL M Type pads and standard OEM pads, based on actual characteristic test results.

en_piechart_m

 

 

DIXCEL S Type

Our mid-range performance pad designed with characteristics and temperature range put together for aggressively driven, high powered JDM vehicles.

Material:           Non asbestos, low steel

Temperature:    0-700c

The radar chart below compares the DIXCEL S Type pads and standard OEM pads, based on actual characteristic test results.

en_piechart_s

 

 

Hybrid Street & Circuit Use:

DIXCEL Z Type

Our top of the range street pad boasts circuit-use levels of thermal capacity and fade resistance.

We recommend this pad to anybody who use their vehicle both on the street and club level circuit racing.

Material:           Graphite metallic

Temperature:    0-850c

The radar chart below compares the DIXCEL Z Type pads and standard OEM pads, based on actual characteristic test results.

en_piechart_z

 

 

Circuit Use:

DIXCEL Specom-β

Our race pad offering was originally developed during Japanese endurace races to achieve excellent pad and disc life, stable pressure and modulation over extended race durations and now it has been tested and proven in Australian motorsport.

This pad is recommended for high powered vehicles with little to no aftermarket brake cooling upgrades.

Material:           Carbon semi-metallic

Temperature:    200-900c