15 best brake disc manufacturers

The safety of the driver and passengers directly depends on the quality of this car detail. The brake disc is the spare part, the choice of which should not be saved. The market presents products from a variety of manufacturers, and not all of them have the proper quality.

In our review we consider firms whose brake discs are reasonably considered to be the most reliable and best. Ratings in the rating were set on the basis of the characteristics declared by the manufacturer, as well as the opinions of service center specialists and owners who installed this particular brand of product on their car.

Best cheap brake discs

The products of manufacturers represented in this category are the best of the entire range of brake discs of the budget segment.

5 Nipparts

The Dutch company Nipparts provides the majority of the European market with high-quality parts that comply with TUV and ECE R90 certificates for Japanese and Korean cars. Constantly expanding its range, the company Nipparts today represents more than 16,000 items of parts for the vast majority of Asian car brands. Tight control and testing in the production process, significantly reduced the number of defects.

Brake disks, as well as other spare parts of the Nipparts trademark, have well recommended themselves to the domestic consumer. The choice in his favor largely determines the best value for money. These spare parts will last for a long time and provide effective and timely braking, which is the most important characteristic for any car.

4 Avantech

The spare parts for cars manufactured at the factories of this South Korean manufacturer go both to the secondary market and to the conveyors of the well-known auto giants KIA and HYUNDAI, which indicates their impeccable quality and reliability. At the same time, the price for this product is much lower than for a similar group of goods from other companies. Avantech brake discs meet the most stringent requirements, ensuring high safety system performance. This is confirmed by cooperation with Mitsubishi Motors and the presence of its own team to participate in racing competitions.

In the manufacture of disks used heavy-duty cast iron alloy with carbon, and a special paint for processing, which reliably protects against corrosion. Resistance to overheating prevents the destruction of the disk or its deformation under heavy loads. The STOP and GO technology used in production ensures better grip on the pads, thereby shortening the lapping period. Avantech brake discs work with minimal noise and vibration, which also has a positive effect on the popularity of this brand.

3 Bosch

German manufacturer of construction and household appliances, engaged in the release of high-quality auto parts. There are legends that “Bosch” devotes the lion's share of time to testing its products - every released brake disc passes bench tests.

The company ships products not only to the secondary market (in retail trade), but also cooperates with major global concerns: Renault (popular on the Logan and Megan models), Skoda VAG-ovos (Octavia and “Fabia”), “Nissan”, Korean “Kia” (“Rio” and “Optima” models) and “Hyundai” (“Elantra” and “Solaris” models). The best characteristics of the brake discs show a moderate, calm ride, but during emergency braking performance drops sharply. Such a limitation is compensated by the price - it is almost two times lower than that of the leading brand.

Advantages:

• low cost;
• ideal for urban driving conditions;
• fit on European and Asian cars;
• The brand cooperates with many global automakers (which indicates a high level of trust and high quality components).

Disadvantages:

• during emergency braking, the effectiveness of the discs decreases.

2 Nibk

A young manufacturing company from Japan, which began its activities in 1998. Included in the large concern JNBK Corporation, which specializes in the production of parts of brake systems. It produces brake discs not only for cars of their own country - since the dealerships are “cracked” across Russia, Europe and even America, the true market coverage is amazing. Very often NIBK wheels can be found on cars "Solaris". But on the Russian models of cars, like "Priory" or "Grants", more brake pads from this manufacturer took root. In general, user feedback on the work of the discs is complementary - they have the liking and quality, and cost of products of the Japanese manufacturer. Yes, and what else to expect from a company that is among the top ten components in the production of elements of brake systems?

Advantages:

• well-functioning work of dealerships (relevant for Russia);
• high quality of products;
• low cost (with negligibly small exceptions);
• wide coverage of car brands.

Disadvantages:

• not detected.

1 Ferodo

Brake discs from the largest British concern Federal Mogul cover almost 95% of the European car market. Since the company deals exclusively with brake systems, the quality of products is obtained correspondingly, which is a decisive factor in the priority of automotive manufacturers.

We all know about the problems of "clumsy" brakes on cars of sports or executive class with alloy wheels. Ferodo in a brilliant style solved this problem by developing a series of special anti-corrosion discs SOAT +. If such quality is achieved at such a high level, then talking about budget cars does not seem necessary at all. Excellent company with perfect products, and besides within reasonable price limits.

Advantages:

• creation of brake discs using a special non-linear processing technology;
• favorable price with high quality products;
• large market coverage.

Disadvantages:

• not detected.

The best brake discs of the middle price segment

The category includes the best brake discs that are affordable at high performance.

5 Blue print

Manufacturing company Blue print offers the widest range of spare parts for cars of different brands. The products are of high quality and reliability due to the fact that most of them are manufactured in factories in Japan.The introduction of new technologies and strict control of all stages of production, allowed to meet the most exaggerated requirements, reasonably placed on the details in the main system of the car.

The use of Blue Print discs ensures safety and comfort while driving. They significantly reduce the braking distance without causing vibration and background noise. For the production of discs, only high-grade steel is used, which provides a rather long service life. The introduction of modern technology of perforation of the working plane had a positive impact on the adhesion properties of the brake disc.

4 MASUMA

The well-known Japanese manufacturer, whose plants are located in China, Korea, Japan and Taiwan, offers in the aftermarket of auto parts the details of a middle price segment, meeting the highest quality standards. This is confirmed by the fact of many years of cooperation with the conveyors of the concerns of Toyota, Honda, Nissan, etc. This firm has established itself as the best fighter against marriage - illiquid takes less than 0.6% of all products.

The popularity of MASUMA brake discs in the domestic market is due to their reliability and more affordable price compared to factory originals. It is for this reason that there is a risk to stumble upon a fake and in order to avoid this trouble it is necessary to carefully select the supplier. You should also visually assess the quality of the material itself, and remember that all parts of MASUMA are provided with their original packaging with the appropriate code and inscription.

3 Schneider

German wheels, created specifically for the needs of extreme driving. Structurally, they include perforation and ventilation to reduce the effect of temperature drops and effectively remove gases from the friction zone of the pads on the disc.

There are legends that these brake elements are particularly well combined with the pads from Ferodo - they say, the latter have a high performance factor and wear less with aggressive driving. In fact, pads from any manufacturer will fit here, sharpened specifically for extreme driving, because during the ride they have to take on all the shortcomings of the road. The main feature of the brake discs from Shneider is a direct rib structure, which ensures optimal airflow.

Advantages:

• ideal for extreme driving (used mainly in racing);
• combination of ventilation and perforation of the working surface;
• acceptable cost.

Disadvantages:

• in urban conditions do not reveal the full potential;
• promote rapid wear of brake pads.

2 Lucas (TRW)

The once independent company Lucas, now part of the largest European corporation TRW, is engaged in creating a “part” only for brake systems. Some models of brake discs are delivered to conveyors of VAG-made (for middle-class cars from Volkswagen and Opel), however, the majority of products are shipped to the secondary market.

A distinctive feature of the brake discs from Lucas is painted in black glossy color, which, in fact, eliminates both the manufacturers and the driver himself from having to apply oil and anti-corrosion compound to them. The company also offers special models with a high degree of thermal conductivity - they are light, have stable braking characteristics and are less susceptible to the development of defects associated with heating.

Advantages:

• a large number of budget options brake discs;
• a distinctive feature of the standard series (disc coloring in black gloss);
• most of the products are shipped to the secondary market.

Disadvantages:

• users sometimes have questions regarding the low performance of standard series discs.

1 Brembo

Products of the Italian manufacturer, so beloved by the domestic user. In contrast to the NIBK company, from which mainly pads take root on VAZ cars, Brembo’s brake discs “fit” perfectly. This is not surprising - a strong middling, both in cost and quality, is always looking for new ways to develop its own products. The result of such surveys was a reduction in wear of the working surface of the disks and an increase in the warranty period of operation up to 80 thousand kilometers.

In addition to the production of discs for conventional cars, Brembo develops concepts for sports cars. However, after successful application of the latest, the latest developments go straight to the mass market.

Advantages:

• constant updating of the model range;
• introduction of new technologies into production;
• availability in the range of standard and sport series brake discs.

Disadvantages:

• not detected.

Top premium brake discs

This product is of impeccable quality, the level of which justifies the high cost of brake discs.

5 FREMAX

Premium automotive parts are offered worldwide by the manufacturer FREMAX from Brazil. This company is the official partner of the most popular racing competitions in South America: Stock Car Brasil and Porsche GT3 Cup Brasil, most closely working with MITSUBISHI. The company exercises complete control over all stages of production and invests heavily in innovation to ensure the release of the best and safest brake systems.

FREMAX products are supplied in a unique cylindrical plastic package with an air valve, which reliably preserves the goods during transportation over long distances by water. After opening the packaging, the discs are immediately ready for installation and do not require degreasing, which was made possible thanks to the Ready To Go technology. Durability, reliability, durability and safety are the main distinguishing characteristics of FREMAX brake discs, which will be the best choice for any car.

4 DBA

The only reason why these discs do not occupy a leading position in the ranking is the high price, which even in the premium segment makes you pay attention to yourself. The product is ideal for modern cars, well-proven in extreme working conditions. The top brake discs are made using high-tech Kangaroo Paw, thanks to which efficient cooling and overheating resistance occur.

The T-Slotted system ensures slow and even wear. The presence of perforations and notches on the working surface allows you to maintain the high efficiency of the system when even a large amount of water gets into the places of contact with the pads. The perfect quality and performance of the DBA brake discs is beyond doubt and is guaranteed by the manufacturer’s impeccable reputation.

3 ATE

The company, a member of the corporation Continental Automotive Systems, is one of the best highly specialized manufacturers of elements of brake systems. In terms of the number of deliveries to the conveyors, perhaps no other concern can compare with ATE - they cooperate with Audi, Skoda, Ford, BMW, Toyota and many other brands.

One of the company's pride is the Powerdisk series of customized disc brakes that can withstand crazy overheating up to 800 degrees Celsius. This contributes to the presence of the gutter and grooves, due to which not only the removal of gases and liquids from the working area occurs, but also effective cooling of the main components of the brake system.

Advantages:

• cooperation with a number of automotive concerns (including the Russian VAZ);
• the prevalence of parts in the secondary market;
• high wear resistance and braking performance.

Disadvantages:

• not identified.

2 Otto zimmermann

The old German company, whose products entered the market in 1947. Since then, most laurels have been attributed to it, ranging from an adequate pricing policy (despite many other premium companies) to the best durability parameters. In contrast to the assertion that "old people" do not like to change the concept of production, Otto Zimmermann is constantly looking for new solutions. Take at least a series of brake discs Sport, designed for extreme driving. In the catalog of this series there are more than 500 models that are constantly updated and modernized.

Otto Zimmermann disc brakes are used mainly on Volkswagen Group cars, and the coverage of car models is very extensive - from Volkswagen or Opel middle class cars to supercars like Bugatti and Porsche.

Advantages:

• a wide range of products;
• highly variable price range;
• decent market coverage (but more European).

Disadvantages:

• They work mainly with German automakers.

1 EBC

The brake discs of this company are quite expensive, but the high price is more than justified by the unsurpassed quality and performance. This provides high performance braking system and is a reasonable reason for the choice of owners of sports cars (Ultimax series) and just lovers of high-speed driving. The latter choose the more affordable Turbgroove model range - such brake discs can be found on Subaru, Infinity, Honda and other car brands that are distinguished by good dynamics.

For luxury cars there is a great alternative to factory products - Premium brake discs are in steady demand among wealthy owners. Quality corresponds to the price level and does not cause any complaints from the most demanding customers.

How to choose a good brake discs

The choice of brake discs is not an easy task, especially for novice drivers who only learn the basics of the technical device (and capabilities) of the car. In order not to miscalculate with the purchase and find the perfect set of "parts", use a few helpful tips:

1. Check out service book personal car. Namely, find the item “brake system type” in it. The main difference here is in the form of a drive: most cars are hydraulically equipped, while trucks and some SUVs are equipped with a pneumatic or combined system. Hydraulic reinforcement is effective, but the pneumatic drive is the easiest to brake.
2. pay attention to design features. Production of parts and automotive components reached the level where manufacturers can afford to experiment with design, materials and manufacturing technology. The most predictable are standard brake discs - they are as balanced as possible and resistant to heat distortion. But if you look at the perspective, then ventilated disks suitable for the urban cycle of movement are gaining more popularity. The original form contributes to the effective cooling of the disks, which is very useful with frequent changes in the speed mode and constant braking.
3. Before you put the wheels, decide on their dia. This is the main characteristic of the brake elements. The larger the diametral size of the disc, the greater the brake pads that fit them, and, accordingly, the higher the braking efficiency.
4. The presence of perforation. The holes on the surface of the disk have a positive effect on the removal of the gas cushion that occurs during the friction of the surfaces of the pad and the disk. Also, the perforated surface helps to drain moisture.
5. The presence of radial notches. These are special grooves designed to clean the working surfaces of the brake discs from the smallest wear particles of pads and dirt falling on the road. In addition, notches contribute to uniform wear of the brake pads during operation.
6. Anticorrosion coating. An important parameter that ensures the protection of brake discs from rust. Different types of anti-corrosion agents are used as a coating, and this should also be considered when choosing good discs.

Popular vote - who is the best manufacturer of brake discs?
We vote!

Ferodo

Bosch

Nibk

ATE

Lucas / TRW

Otto zimmermann

Schneider

EBC

Brembo

DBA

Blue print

FREMAX

MASUMA

Nipparts

Avantech

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