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What does 'pot' in 4 pot brakes mean?


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"Pots" refers to pistons in the caliper. Usually the number is even. Meaning you will not find a 7 pot or 9 pot brake kit.

Usually when you have more pistons the size of the brake kit will increase. There are "mini-6 pot" in the market where the size is similar or smaller than a full size 4-pot brake kit.

Hi, what does pot mean in 4 pot brakes and what is the difference between say 4,6,8,12 pot brakes.

I can only find things that suggest that it it has something to do with brake caliper size?

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Here u go, cut & paste information. Pots means piston, the more the merrier if u drive like a F1 driver & depending on yr ride hp. Our ride zero pot can do the job so depending how u drive.

Introduction

Your tyres do play a huge role in stopping your car. While changes to different parts of the brake system may affect certain characteristics or traits of the braking behavior, using more capable and 'stickier' tyres, to most, is ultimately the only sure-fire method of decreasing stopping distances.

But using less-than-capable braking kits can cause even more of a mess. While most may think that acceleration is everything when it comes to racing or driving for that matter, your car's brakes play just as an important role as any other components in the car.

Bigger isn't necessarily better when it comes to all things automotive. But when it comes to brakes, size generally does matter. That's because braking performance depends largely on how much surface area the brake pads have to bite into. As a result, larger pads and larger brake discs make for shorter stopping distances. Plus, the increased surface area allows for greater heat dissipation.

That's why installing a set of proper and reliable big brake kit (also known as BBK) is recommended for drivers who enjoy circuit racing, drifting, motorsports or even for those who just want to have an ease of mind when driving.

What is a big brake kit?

A brake kit refers to the entire set of brake kit which consists of a brake disc (also known as rotor to some), brake pads, the brake caliper, brake lines and mounting hardware.

An example of a big brake kit (BBK) from FORCE with six pistons

What are some of the advantages of big brake kit?

There are several advantages to big brake kits from different brands that range from shorter stopping distances, better brake modulation, a firmer brake pedal and less brake fade in your system. More notably, your big brake kit is going to offer a better spread of heat over the cylinder to prevent damaging effects, that other standard factory installed systems suffer from.

Better brake modulation and pedal feel

For starters, unlike some stock brakes, where they can either be too mushy or over-sensitive, a set of BBK can deliver a good initial bite to the brakes, making sudden braking more comfortable. Providing a good brake modulation and consistent pedal feel are also part of the effects from a BBK. This helps to instil confidence in the driver, regardless on track or road, when he is travelling at high speeds.

Shorter stopping distance

One thing you would notice with these brake kits is a greater decrease in the stopping distance, as there is a greater area of contact, allowing for better brake control. Where stock brakes have a jerking feel when the brakes are slammed due to the intervention by the Anti-lock braking system (ABS), a BBK will bring your car to a total halt in a fuss-free and confident manner. Plus, due to the pad design, there is more area that comes in contact with the brake disc, giving the vehicle greater stopping power and heat displacement.

Heat dissipation

Having a larger brake disc helps increase thermal effectiveness, absorbing the heat generated under heavy braking. As most of us would already know, car brakes take the kinetic energy of your car's movement and disperse it as heat when the calipers clamp down on the brake discs. Beyond a certain temperature, your stock brakes will lose effectiveness and may even cause you to slam on the brake pedal to get the car to slow down or stop. More notably, this greatly reduces brake fade and provides consistently shorter stopping distances.

That machismo look

More impressively, all these can be achieved while giving your car that supercar look and feel without compromising on your car's performance.

It's always about the looks - aggressive and machismo - regardless of whether you're on the go or at a standstill

Things to look out for when installing a big brake kit

Before investing in a big brake upgrade kit or individual big brake parts, there's one thing you should check. You must be certain that your current wheel size is compatible with the kit. Stock or factory wheels often don't provide the clearance necessary for big brake kits.

Installing one that of incorrect size can cause unnecessary friction between the calipers and your car's backside of the rim, reducing your car's ability to maximise traction, robbing you of performance as well as the deserved confidence-inspiring braking responsiveness.

Additionally, a system that uses too many pistons or pistons that are too large will make the brake pedal much more difficult to modulate, limiting you of brake input.

Another factor to look out for is the cost as well as the installation process itself. Big brands such as Brembo, Power Slot Plus, StopTech and Rotora are indeed reliable but are they worth that much to install in your car? Plus, some of these brands do not offer any forms of guarantee and may not have professionals installing the brake kits on your car.

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"Pots" refers to pistons in the caliper. Usually the number is even. Meaning you will not find a 7 pot or 9 pot brake kit.

Usually when you have more pistons the size of the brake kit will increase. There are "mini-6 pot" in the market where the size is similar or smaller than a full size 4-pot brake kit.

How about C class braking system? Is the OEM brakes a 4 pots?

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How about C class braking system? Is the OEM brakes a 4 pots?

Zero pots lah!! I just mentioned in my post.

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Zero pots lah!! I just mentioned in my post.

They use one big frying pan!

Most cars are using 1 big piston on a sliding brake carrier to push a pair of pads on the disc from both sides.

There is but one truly serious philosophical problem and that is suicide.

- Albert Camus

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Also depends on how deep your pockets are too! Gotta do research and find a kit that suits your needs. Braking performance, 4pot, 6pot, small, medium, large callipers, rotor size, single or twin rotor, drilled or slotted or both, and of course looks. Can the brake kit you choose fit into your rims? Etc.

There are many tried and tested brands out there which costs a fraction of the price of what the big brands cost. Personally, I'm on Euromodz.

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:phew: :phew: hmmm.....zero pot no possible. Only one piston for standard brake and piston located at the axle side so you can't see it.

Lolz is like zero!!

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Does this mean that a BBK will make the Anti-Lock brake system redundant?

Separate system. In fact, BBK sometimes makes the ABS work a bit weird.

There is but one truly serious philosophical problem and that is suicide.

- Albert Camus

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Plastic cover is out of question...my last ride almost scare out of my teddy bear heart, the cover break into pieces when I travel at high speed...aloud hitting sound like the tyres blasted... N I jump brakes n skip.

Life is short, why risk your life with fake item.

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