Zero-copper pads outperform traditional friction in MIRA test

The pads Improve the braking performance of a Mk6 Volkswagen Golf by 10 per cent

Zero-copper pads outperform traditional friction in MIRA test
Eco-Friction is Ferodo’s copper-free brake pad.

Federal-Mogul Motorparts, a division of Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation, has issued test results that show Ferodo Eco-Friction low and zero copper brake pads provide greater stopping power compared to copper-based materials.

Testing conducted at MIRA, UK independent proving ground and research consultancy, examined brake performance of zero-copper Eco-Friction pads against four main competitors using, Mk6 Volkswagen Golf, Renault Captur and Peugeot Boxer and Fiat Ducato light commercial vehicles.

Test results

Eco-Friction pads were shown to improve stopping power for the Golf by 10 per cent from 100kph and 17 per cent from 115kph; the Renault Captur by 10 and 15 per cent respectively and reduced the stopping distance of the Peugeot Boxer by 12m and the Fiat Ducato by 16m.

Jérôme De Bruycker, Federal-Mogul Motorparts brand marketing director EMEA, said: “We developed Eco-Friction ahead of legislation outlining a ban on the use of copper in brake materials.

“Copper is a key ingredient in brake pads but we have been able to replace the material in this next-generation formulation, whilst also guaranteeing equal or better performance and safety compared to standard OE copper-based formulations.”

Stopping performance
From 100kph, Ferodo Eco-Friction brake pads provide a 10 per cent improvement in braking performance on a Mk6 Volkswagen Golf.

From 100kph, Ferodo Eco-Friction brake pads provide a 10 per cent improvement in braking performance on a Mk6 Volkswagen Golf.

Federal-Mogul tested a blend of over 1500 raw materials in developing an optimised copper substitute.

The technology has become OE fitment with leading German VM’s, Mercedes-Benz and Audi.

Silvano Veglia, product marketing director for braking EMEA, said: “We are delighted with the results of the test, which prove that the stopping power of Eco-Friction pads becomes enhanced at higher speeds and in heavier vehicles, and that using zero and low-copper materials protects road users and the environment alike.”

Eco-Friction was awarded the Golden Trophy of the International Grand Prix of Automotive Innovation at the 2013 Equip Auto show in France.

To find out more and to view a video about Eco-Friction technology, select ‘more details’ below.

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