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    Different types of brake rotors we encounter

    We commonly run into 3 different types of brake rotors.

    STEEL/FERROUS

    CERAMIC/CARBON CERAMIC

    TUNGSTEN CARBIDE



    Each type can have a different approache in regards to cleaning, handling, etc.

    Steel or ferrous: Pretty much the 'standard' rotor on most auto's. Pretty much impervious to anything we may use on them, however they are prone to rust.

    Ceramic/Carbon ceramic: Found on 'high end' sports cars, exotics and some luxury vehicles. Finicky. Please use caution when working on a vehicle with these. The rotors tend to absorb chemicals, are 'delicate' and can crack/shatter if struck, dropped, or mishandled, and are ridiculously expensive to replace. (approximately $3-5K+ EACH). They dust very little and using your favorite car shampoo on them is a good solid, safe cleaning routine.

    Tungsten carbide: Found on model year 2020 and newer Porsche Cayenne and Taycan. I typically treat these as I do ceramic/carbon ceramic rotors. (expensive, but not as expensive as the carbon ceramic)









    Ceramic/Carbon Ceramic rotors:




















    Steel rotors:












    Tungsten carbide rotors: (for now, only on model year 2020 and newer Porsche SUV's and Taycan)





    Hope this helps everyone out!
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    Re: Different types of brake rotors we encounter

    Nice article Scott.

    Thank you for photo-documenting.



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    Re: Different types of brake rotors we encounter

    Thanks for this Scott!

    Been a few recent threads asking for info like this, nice to have a post dedicated on how to tackle them safely.
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    Re: Different types of brake rotors we encounter

    Thanks! No idea Tungsten Carbide brake rotors were a thing. I was aware of the ceramics, but this is something new to read up on.
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    Re: Different types of brake rotors we encounter

    Great info Scott !!!! Thanks for putting that together.
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    Re: Different types of brake rotors we encounter

    Recently I was at a Porsche dealer and they had a Cayenne Turbo coupe loaded and it had this Tungsten Carbide brake system. The calipers were insanely huge, I guess to stop that big of a vehicle with high performance. These were 21” wheels and look how much of the space it fills.




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    Re: Different types of brake rotors we encounter

    Most welcome everyone! Glad you are finding it helpful!
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