Stage 3 – SSC

High Capacity Cover Assemblies

A high capacity cover assembly increases the torque capacity of a clutch system. 
Our engineering department redesigns the cover assembly to provide increased torque capacity while maintaining drive-ability. The additional strength is achieved by the use of components designed to provide the strength, thermal properties and durability required to increase torque capacity and reduce slipping over a wider temperature range. 
Refinements include upgraded diaphragm, improved geometry and a Non Hexaralent Zinc Chromote finish.

Performance Clutch Plate Options

When choosing a clutch plate you have two decisions:
The first decision is the type of friction material. Organic material offers the best driveability, while cerametallic friction materials offer increased holding capacity and superior thermal properties. The concession is that cerametallic materials are a more aggressive friction material and therefore harsher in terms of modulation. The second decision is the degree of cushion or dampening incorporated in the clutch. The more dampening the better driveability. Reductions in dampening will reduce shift times and accelerate the delivery of maximum torque capacity however the concession is harsher operation. 

A sprung centre type clutch plate with cerametallic buttons rivetted to the disc. This type of plate typically has less inertia than a standard plate and this can translate into a faster shift with a reduced shift effort. This type of plate retains a sprung centre to dampen the impact and loads that reach the drive train. This type of plate can be harsh during operation and it is not suitable for being purposely slipped. The Ceramic buttons increase the torque capacity of the clutch without requiring an increase in clutch size.