Ceramic Brake Caliper Pistons

A design study for ceramic pistons was undertaken in order to address the overheating problems associated with the caliper during aggressive braking using modern c c sic brake discs.

Ceramic brake caliper pistons.

The brake caliper piston moves with hydraulic pressure to compress the brake pads. The brake pad dust gets on the outer diameter of the piston and dries out the seal. In one word the primary cause of this issue is corrosion if your piston is stuck to your brake caliper then there is a high chance that you had your car sitting around idle for months resulting in the formation of rust in the brakes the rust causes the piston to stick to the calipers and cause the brake to fail. If you ve ever bled a brake and the fluid was black or very dark it s due to the the brake dust getting past the piston seal.

Add to cart compare. The sliding caliper type disc brake is mounted in a slot in the caliper adapter. The reasoning behind the piston design and the choice of the shaping technology are explained. Racing pad selection and brake pad deposit.

Aftermarket performance brake kits typically include multi piston fixed calipers that replace the stock calipers rotors with the same or larger diameter new performance pads typically some type of semi metallic or ceramic metallic formula new braided stainless steel front brake hoses and new caliper mounts if required. There s usually one or two large diameter pistons in a floating caliper on the inboard side of the brake rotor. It is a variation of the floating caliper design using a single piston and operating on the same principle the piston applies pressure to one brake pad and the movable caliper applies pressure to the other. Over time corrosion can form on the sealing surface of the caliper causing leaks.

Purchase parts service all purchase parts service. Zirconia toughened mullite ztm ceramic was chosen for the pistons because this material exhibits a low thermal. When activated the piston s draw both pads toward the brake disc. Online shopping from a great selection at automotive store.

On fixed calipers there are small diameter pistons on both sides of the rotor providing more braking. Though new complete brake calipers are sometimes available rebuilding calipers is still an option. Cleaning and lubing the seals with brake fluid other lubes can damage your seals is considered normal maintenance. Pistons are found in both floating and fixed brake calipers.

Racingbrake caliper brake kit installation.