The Advantages of Aluminium Brake Discs

Brake systems are a crucial component to any moving vehicle. Proper stopping distance and efficiency can prevent accidents and keep drivers and passengers safer. Better brakes can also last longer and provide cost-related perks to consumers. Disc brakes, because of their braking performance, are commonly found on the front ends of most two- and four-wheeled vehicles. Aluminum disc brakes use a combination of aluminum and steel alloy parts to provide braking support with decreased weight and increased durability.

Weight

Aluminum brakes are made of significantly lighter materials than traditional cast iron brakes. Switching to aluminum brakes can reduce a vehicle's overall weight by 25 pounds. Decreased weight means better braking ability with shorter stopping distances, and less power is necessary for acceleration.

Durability

The combination of aluminum and steel parts in an aluminum disc brake make it highly durable under adverse conditions. Aluminum disc brakes are resistant to corrosion and rust, and wear at a slower rate than other materials. The strength of aluminum disc brakes also allows them to dissipate heat quicker than iron brakes.

Aluminum disc brakes that have been worn rough can be machined to a smooth surface and reused for additional periods of time.

Cost

Aluminum disc brakes contain materials that cost less than other brake systems. Additionally, lower maintenance requirements and reuse of re-machined brakes can reduce long term costs. By decreasing the overall vehicle's weight, the aluminum disc brakes can potentially save a consumer up to eight gallons of gas a year through better engine performance.