EBC Brakes Racing, the motorsport division of UK-based EBC Brakes, has outlined its full range of braking components designed for dedicated track and race vehicles. The lineup spans friction materials, rotors, calipers, and fluid — targeting everything from track day participation to endurance racing.
Highlights
- Bluestuff pads deliver 0.52μ friction stable to 550°C and carry road-legal status in most markets, serving as the spec pad for the BMW 318i Cup series across Europe.
- RP-1 and RP-X motorsport pads operate up to 750°C, with RP-X achieving full brake effect from cold — suited to sprint racing and hill climbs.
- SR-series sintered pads use compressed, heat-fused metal powder alloys for extended durability in endurance and closed-circuit racing.
- Apollo-series calipers are available in four- and six-piston configurations, offered as complete big brake kits or standalone components.
Motorsport Pad Compounds
EBC Brakes Racing offers four distinct friction compounds for circuit use, each targeting different driving demands.
Bluestuff functions as a dual-purpose compound. It is road-legal in most territories and produces a stable 0.52μ friction coefficient once bedded in. The compound operates up to 550°C (1,000°F) and offers a 30% longer lifespan than EBC’s Yellowstuff material. Its updated formula is copper-free, meeting upcoming environmental regulations. Bluestuff is currently the specified pad for the BMW 318i Cup series throughout Europe.
RP-1 targets vehicles driven hard on track. It produces a moderate 0.45 friction level between 100–750°C (200–1,400°F). EBC describes its response as progressive, making it suited to over-servoed vehicles where a softer compound allows greater pedal finesse.
RP-X delivers a higher 0.55 friction level from ambient temperature up to 750°C. It achieves full braking performance from cold. That characteristic makes it a strong fit for sprint races and hill climbs, where warm-up laps are limited or nonexistent. Neither RP-series compound is designed for road use, though EBC notes they may be used on the street where local regulations permit.
Sintered Endurance Pads
The SR-11 and SR-21 sintered compounds take a different approach to durability. Rather than extending the life of organic or semi-metallic formulations, EBC uses compressed and heat-fused metal powder alloys. SR-11 is the medium-friction variant, while SR-21 offers higher friction output. Despite the endurance designation, EBC says both compounds perform equally well in short-duration closed-circuit events. As with the RP series, these pads are not intended for road use.
Fully Floating Two-Piece Rotors
EBC’s two-piece rotors use flat-sided SD square drive bobbins. This design allows the disc ring to expand and contract freely under heavy braking loads. The rotors feature a heat-resistant black coating that wears to a natural iron finish on swept surfaces. Unswept areas — outer edges and the inside of the pad track — retain the protective coating unless exposed to extreme temperatures. EBC says its slotted design resists cracking, an issue common with through-drilled rotors.
Apollo-Series Calipers and Big Brake Kits
The Apollo caliper line includes four-piston and six-piston variants. All are designed and manufactured in the UK from aluminium. Key specifications include staggered piston sizes, hard-anodized aluminium pistons, high-temperature fluid seals with full boot-type dust seals, and stainless-steel fittings. The calipers are available as part of complete big brake kits or as standalone units for custom vehicle builds.
BF307+ Brake Fluid
EBC’s BF307+ Super DOT 4 fluid is formulated for braking systems that operate at sustained high temperatures. EBC positions it for track day and racing use alongside fast street driving applications.
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