Centric Stoptech Friction Testing Capability Summary Rev01
Centric Stoptech Friction Testing Capability Summary Rev01
Centric Stoptech Friction Testing Capability Summary Rev01
The Model 3900 NVH brake dynamometer is able to monitor noise and vibration data during testing of corner
and axle type brake fixtures. Simulating a wide range of brake noise issues is made possible by the
dynamometer’s technology which allows for optimal correlation to actual operating conditions. The brake test
cell is completely separate from the dynamometer drive and support systems to isolate any outside noise and
vibration, making the dynamometer ideally suited for brake noise testing. Low frequency noise testing is
made possible by the double-wall enclosure which provides a high transmission loss, and the walk-in style
chamber can accommodate full vehicle corner sections and axle fixtures as well as conventional corner
groups.
Dynos #1 and #2 are very similar in that they are identical NVH enclosures, however Dyno #2 incorporates
several additional features over Dyno #1:
• Dyno #2 has a low-speed Static Torque system powered by a 6200 Nm motor capable of maintaining
consistent low shaft speeds between 0-17 rpm.
• Dyno #2 has parking brake testing capabilities, and can be coupled with the Static Torque system to
test parking brake hill-hold scenarios.
• Dyno #2 has additional inertia capabilities allowing larger corner groups such as a Ford F250 or
F350, LC200 armored platforms, Sprinter Vans, and even drum brakes and full rear axles to be
tested. Refer to the comparison table on the following page for itemized technical specifications for
each dynamometer.
Link 3000 Inertia Dynamometer:
• Testing of corner groups in one of the specific dynos is determined based on the final inertia required
for the specific platform.
o Additional Dyno #2 inertia allows for testing of larger, heavy-duty platforms such as a Ford
F250 or F350, LC200, or other armored vehicle platforms.
Calibration Schedule:
All three brake dynamometers are calibrated with Link on a yearly basis, and these calibrations cover every
sensor on the dynos. The last calibration was performed in July 2015, and these reports can be made
available upon request. Additional dyno calibrations for the 2016 year are scheduled to occur in July pending
Link technician availability.
Rotor Hub and Caliper Bracket for use with a Ford Taurus D601 application.
Rotor Hub and Caliper Bracket for use with a Ford F250 D756 application.
Vehicle-Specific Upright:
This fixture type utilizes a complete vehicle upright combined with structural members to provide a rigid fixture
most closely resembling an on-vehicle application. Vehicle uprights provide the most accurate representation
of NVH characteristics during testing, and also allow parameters like residual drag torque to be factored in
due to upright bearing design or geometry. Stoptech possesses the ability to design and oversee the
manufacture of vehicle-specific upright fixtures for an array of applications, including street and race.
Example photos of representative vehicle-specific upright fixtures can be seen below.
An effectiveness evaluation to
assess specific friction
material characteristics when --Vehicle parameters (form to fill out
Avg Mu Fade available upon request) for the desired
subjected to a series of
1; Avg Mu friction couple need to be submitted.
different pressures, speeds,
SAE J2522 w/ Fade 2; Avg
and temperatures. The MOT
MOT 22 hrs Mu Full Test;
test is performed at the
(AK Master) Avg Pad
conclusion of the SAE J2522,
Wear; Max --All test sample components are
and serves to define the
Rotor Wear measured for overall thickness before,
Maximum Operating
Temperature of the friction during, and after tests per the specific
material. test requirements. This data is used to
calculate wear rates on both the friction
and rotor samples.
A wear test at various Avg Pad
temperatures. Pads are Wear Full
subjected to 100°C-500°C Test; Avg
SAE J2707A 150 hrs
stop sections to qualify the Pad Wear by
pad material's behavior at Section; Max
elevated temperatures. Rotor Wear
Note: The above 4 tests represent the Centric / StopTech Friction Testing Suite for brake pads and rotors. Friction
materials tested are typically subjected to all 4 tests (new friction couples used in each test). D601, D562, D756, D931
are the most common fixtures used by StopTech. Fixtures for pad shapes or corner groups not satisfying these pad
shapes will need to be investigated by the Testing and Engineering teams, along with the testing requirements.
Note: The above 3 tests represent the Centric / StopTech Friction Testing Suite for brake shoes and drums. Friction
materials tested are typically subjected to all three tests (new friction couples used in each test). StopTech currently only
has the capability for the S514 shoe to be tested.
Note: The above 4 tests represent the Centric / StopTech Friction Testing Suite for screening friction for Police
applications. Friction materials tested are typically subjected to all four tests (new friction couples used in each test).
StopTech currently has the capability to test a wide array of specific Police vehicle applications.