Armored Vehicles

Calipers

Calipers

Performance Friction brake caliper technology is bred from our dominance in racing and our performance on fleet applications. Although these markets seem different, they share a need for ultimate performance–-one measured in lap times, the other in maintenance costs.

The same concerns for uncompromising performance and OEM quality drive our efforts in Military OEM caliper development and production.

PFC brake calipers complete the brake corner through sound design and innovation and are built to sustain the rigor and high dynamic performance of a modern military vehicle. Performance Friction designs target brake system solutions that take advantage of modern lightweight materials and use patented ZERO DRAG^TM technology to eliminate brake drag.

BENCHMARK FOR THE INDUSTRY
    - Light weight calipers that set the pace at the toughest venues in racing, reducing weight by up to 60 lbs. per corner
    - Optimized for weight and stiffness
    - Designs that adapt race-proven technology to rigorous military and truck applications
    - Innovative patented mounting designs to improve stiffness
    - Maximum Durability through fleet-proven friction and rotor technology
    - Unrivaled stopping power that is reliable in even the most extreme conditions
    - OEM quality systems
ZERO DRAG^TM TECHNOLOGY
    -  Eliminates brake drag yielding better fuel economy
    - Increased power at the wheel end
    - Better Pedal Response
    - Improved Component Life

Benefits
Technology
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LIGHTER, STIFFER, STRONGER, COOLER, QUICKER
    - Lightweight design reduces vehicle weight up to 60 lbs per corner
    - Increased Stiffness for better pedal response and quicker actuation
    - Ultimate Rigidity
    - Low Hysteresis
    - Minimal Taper Wear
    - Reduced Noise and Vibration
    - Cooler Running Temperatures
    - More Durability
ZERO DRAG^TM
    - Eliminates brake drag for significant fuel savings and/or power at the wheel end
    - Longer Maintenance Cycles
    - Reduced Maintenance Costs
    - High ROI

TS 16949 Certified
ISO 9001 Certified
ISO 14001 Certified

BEST MATERIALS, BEST R&D, BEST TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS
    - High-Temperature Aluminum Alloy improves release and control and increases stiffness for less pedal travel, improved response, and Zero Drag
    - Extensive FEA and pre-FEA testing to determine correct inputs to optimize stiffness and weight
    - Rigorous Testing to ensure reliable high performance in extreme conditions
    - Patented Rocket Nozzle Insulators and Piston Heat Caps reduce caliper temperatures 50-100°F

ZERO DRAG^TM PATENTED PAD RETRACTION
    - Spring retracts pads the precise distance from rotor to compensate for Rotor+Pad+Caliper Deflection after each brake event
    - Retraction be modified to accommodate the distortion and deflection of other components to achieve clean pad release
    - Sliding collar self-adjusts for pad wear
    - Accommodates distortion while maintaining a firmer pedal and better pedal response

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ISO 14001 Certification

ISO 9001:2008/TS 16949

Motorsports
- Brake Pads
  Race Pads
  Carbon Metallic® race pads win more championships and are used by more professional racers than all other pads combined.
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- V3 Disc
  V3 Disc
  The V3 Rotor has no hardware--using a patented attachment designed retention ring that holds the hat to the rotor. No Wrenches, No Hardware, No Problem.
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- Discs
  Race Discs
  PFC's rotors are machined with the most advanced disc machining equipment in the world. More Bite, Smoother Release, Zero Vibration, Quicker Lap Times.
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- Calipers
  Race Calipers
  Lighter. Stiffer. Cooler. Quicker. It's simple. Eliminate drag in the braking transition, so you can power through the corner with nothing holding you back. 0.2 SECONDS QUICKER OR YOUR MONEY BACK.
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Aftermarket
- Brake Pads
  Aftermarket Brake Pads
  No Dust, No Noise, NO COMPROMISES. PFC's pads consistently outperform all other pads delivering more stopping power, and a firmer pedal.
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- Rotors
  Aftermarket Rotors
  Street-Specific, Track-Worthy. Lightest Design, Best Cooling, More Stopping Power. PFC Rotors deliver race-worthy performance with durability characteristics that are optimized for the street.
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- Calipers
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  Aftermarket Calipers
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- Brake Upgrade Kits
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Armored Vehicles
- Brake Pads
  Military Brake Pads
  Performance Friction's Carbon Metallic pads last longer, don't deteriorate with high temperatures, and have unrivaled stopping power.
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- Rotors
  Military Rotors
  Machined to the tightest tolerances with the most advanced machining equipment in the world, PFC rotors are designed to eliminate brake drag, thermal judder, and vibration.
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- Calipers
  Military Calipers
  ZERO DRAG brake systems reduce weight and reduce fuel consumption to provide a light-weight and economical brake package that delivers the best braking performance.
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Fleet
- Anti-Corrosion Pads
  Anti-Corrosion Brake Pads
  PFC Corrosion Resistant Protective Coating extends the life of brake pads by preventing rust, corrosion, and peeling--even through salt exposure and high temperatures. PFC's coating not only protects every surface of the brake pad, but also saves the life of discs from excess rust.
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- Brake Pads
  Fleet Brake Pads
  Switching to Carbon Metallic® pads can provide significant cost savings to fleets and deliver superior performance benefits. More Stopping Power, More Resistant to Wear, and Less Noise.
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- Rotors
  Fleet Rotors
  PFC's Rotors have incomparable design characteristics that yield superior performance. Twice the life of any competing rotors, Lowest runout and thermal distortion, and Measured and Inspected 100%.
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- Calipers
  Fleet Calipers
  PFC’s Zero Drag Brake System is a breakthrough for fleet brakes. Lowest cost per mile, Longest Maintenance Cycles, and an Unbeatable ROI.
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- School Bus Warranty
- Stop Disc Corrosion
  Stop Disc Corrosion
  Combat ABS Failure caused by Corrosion by switching to Performance Friction's Zero Failure Disc with Isolated Precision Tone Ring. The patented precision tone ring is corrosion-resistant and lasts up to 4 times as long as cast-in tone rings.
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- Pad Mileage Guarantee
- Rotor Guarantee
- Copper Legislation
Off Highway
- Brake Pads
  Off Highway Brake Pads
  Every company has a story...our's started with Off-Highway. Click to read more about how PFC made a name for themselves in the already competitive brake industry. Go Big or Go Home right?
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- Off-Highway Catalog
Motorcycle
- Brake Pads
  Motorcycle Brake Pads
  Better Feel. Better Performance. Better Results. PFC pads have won more championships than any other. So go ahead, GIDDY UP.
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- Powersports Catalog
Original Equipment
- Brake Pads
  OEM Brake Pads
  PFC is spec'd by more fleets than any other pad and spec'd on high performance OEM applications. No Noise. No Dust. No Compromises.
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- Rotors
  OEM Rotors
  UNPARALLELED DESIGN and GUARANTEED OEM QUALITY. PFC Rotors are machined to the tightest tolerance specifications and exceed OEM standards. Best Design. Best Materials. Best Process Capability.
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- Calipers
  OEM Calipers
  LIGHTER. STIFFER. COOLER. QUICKER. PFC's Zero Drag Calipers deliver the lowest cost per mile, improved power efficiency, and reduced fuel consumption.
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- Copper Legislation