Estimate brake fade (reduced friction coefficient) based on rotor temperature and pad compound type.
Input Parameters
Results
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Hot Friction Coefficient
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Fade Percentage
%
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Cold Braking Force
lbs
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Hot Braking Force
lbs
Note: Brake fade occurs when pad friction decreases at elevated temperatures. Racing compounds resist fade at higher temperatures but may have poor cold performance.
Reference
Hot mu = Cold mu - (Temp - Fade Onset) x Fade Rate
Fade Onset: Organic 350°F, Semi-Met 500°F, Ceramic 600°F, Racing 800°F
Fade % = (1 - Hot mu / Cold mu) x 100
Brake Force = Pressure x Caliper Area x mu x 2 (both pads)