Performance Friction "New Z-Rated" Carbon Metallic Brake Pads

The new generation of Performance Friction Z-Rated® pads are an extension of the Performance Friction Carbon Metallic® brand, specifically engineered for high-performance and/or severe-duty usage.  Not your mother's Z Rated pads in the past that were an incredibly effective pad manufactured originally for truck fleets from the local parts store! With relatively low dust levels (much lower than stock pads), these pads have excellent bite, torque, and modulation characteristics.  Excellent for auto-X and light track use as well.  Elevate your BMW's braking system to the best!

Performance Friction 97 Compound

This compound was designed as an all-purpose pad where excellent controllability was a priority over ultimate stopping power. Due to its excellent modulation characteristics, this pad has proved very popular with race schools, rallying, and as a rear pad for applications such as touring cars. 97 has the lowest wear of all compounds, typically providing two to three times more life expectancy than competitors. This compound can also dramatically extend disc life.

97 is a medium torque race compound and as a result can provide reduced brake temperatures in situations where poor cooling can result in premature disc failure. 97 has the flattest torque curve of all the Performance Friction compounds. Effective from 167°F and reach 2000°F (75°C, reach 1100°C), 97 uses Performance Friction's unique lubrication package that maintains a minimal transfer layer on the disc to help prevent brake judder and provide excellent release properties, therefore reducing overall drag in the brake system. 97 is extremely easy on the discs with very low wear.

Performance Friction 01 Compound

Released in 2001,this compound has increased initial bite and improved modulation. The friction level has been increased for the first two-thirds of the braking event, with flatter torque curve and more linear friction curve compared to 83 and 93. This allows the driver to attack the brake pedal later, reducing the time spent on the brakes. Very smooth release will not over-slow the car, and won't overwhelm the car's set-up.

Like 97 compound, 01 has excellent modulation characteristics that improve controllability and driver confidence. 01 uses Performance Friction's unique lubrication package that maintains a minimal transfer layer on the disc to help prevent brake judder and provide excellent release properties, therefore reducing overall drag in the brake system. 01 is extremely easy on the discs with very low wear. Effective from 167°F and reach 2000°F (75°C, reach 1100°C), optimum-operating range is between 860°F and 1004°F (460°C and 540°C).