Because of their metallic content these discs can withstand a lot of friction and heat.
Ceramic vs organic clutch.
I m already running a hd organic clutch and dont have loads of torque.
A simple organic disk will handle a wide variety of use including street use auto x and even true racing.
On the otherhand ceramic padded discs are perfect for heavy duty applications and heavy load scenarios.
These types of clutch discs are ideal for perforance durability and cost.
They are typically used in most smaller to mid sized tractors and machines.
South bend full organic street dual disc clutch overview duration.
100 clutch vs 2500 clutch kit comparison duration.
Kevlar the same material used in bulletproof vests serves a purpose in.
In fact scca its racing rules require a standard oe spec organic disk.
However neither is really accurate in its description.
Clutch friction materials explained organic kevlar ceramic etc.
To repeat the important point do not buy more clutch than you need.
This makes them ideal for.
Ceramic clutches can absorb more heat than organic ones thus making them better suited to high performance applications.
Ceramic clutch plates are ironically made with a combination of copper iron bronze and silicon and graphite.
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Between the variations in design the jargon and the lack of specifications things can be confusing.
I bought it for the flywheel because its actually 6 kilos lighter than the exedy fw i m currently.
My valair single ceramic clutch.
I dont have any dramas with clutch slip yet and really shouldn t for a while.
Organic clutch disc material is comprised of phenolic resins compounded rubber and friction modifiers like metallic powder or metal oxides.
However when it comes to engagement smoothness these clutch discs are identical to organic clutch discs.
It s hard to buy a replacement clutch at least if you want to understand what you re buying.
For that reason an organic clutch material is not ideal for a car with considerable tire frying power.
Uuc has tested organic disks to reliably handle up to 475hp in long term street use.
But the thing is i recently bought a ceramic clutch and lightened flywheel combo at a swapmeet.
Valair south bend cummins.