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- TRP DH-R Evo HD-M846 disc brake E2.3 disc only 5.0mm silver
n/afrom141.34 €Topseller- SRAM RED AXS shift- and braking unit hydraulic disc brake E1 Flatmount
n/afrom515.06 €Topseller- TRP DH-R Evo HD-M846 disc brake E2.3 disc only 5.0mm gold
n/a155.06 €Topseller- TRP DH-R Evo HD-M846 disc brake E2.3 disc only 5.0mm black
n/a139.63 €Topseller- Hayes Dominion A4 Stealth SFL disc brake black/gray
n/a154.20 €Topseller- TRP HD-T912 TT disc brake 1900mm FM Caliper 24-25mm black
n/afrom111.34 €Topseller- Hayes Dominion A4 disc brake black/bronze
n/a162.77 €Topseller- Hayes Dominion A4 disc brake set front+rear
n/afrom319.26 €- Hayes Dominion T4 disc brake black
n/afrom299.91 €- Hayes Dominion A4 SFL (Short Finger Lever) disc brake black
n/afrom159.34 €Topseller- MAGURA MT5e disc brake
n/a93.34 €- SRAM Maven Silver disc brake inkl. MMX excl. rotor/adaptor black
n/a180.77 €Topseller- SRAM Maven Ultimate disc brake inkl. MMX excl. rotor/adaptor clear anodized
n/a202.20 €Topseller- SRAM Rival AXS disc brake Flatmount/FM
n/afrom204.78 €Topseller- SRAM Code RSC disc brake excl. rotor/adaptor black/rainbow
n/afrom128.49 €Topseller- Paul Component The Klamper disc brake Flat Mount Short-Pull
n/afrom227.92 €- Hayes Dyno Comp brake caliper white
n/a23.06 €Topseller- Shimano Deore XT BR-M8000 brake caliper front/rear PM
n/afrom37.63 €- Avid BB7 MTB disc brake
n/afrom35.91 €- SRAM Level Ultimate Stealth 4 piston disc brake carbon lever Ti bolts black D1
n/a197.91 €Topseller- Formula Cura X disc brake front/rear 175cm
n/afrom181.63 €- Hayes Dominion A4 brake caliper bronze
n/a83.92 €- Formula Cura front or rear (flip-flop) disc brake 175cm
n/afrom98.48 €- SRAM Apex shift/braking unit hydraulic disc brake Flatmount
n/afrom157.63 €- SRAM Code RSC disc brake black
n/a129.35 €- Avid BB7 Road disc brake
n/afrom35.91 €- Hayes Dominion T4 disc brake caliper black
n/a113.06 €- Formula Cura FM disc brake front/rear 175cm
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- Tektro Orion HD-M750 disc brake 4-piston
Disc brake calipers are a central part of the braking system on modern bicycles, especially mountain bikes, road bikes, and e-bikes. These components play a crucial role in converting the force applied to the brake lever into braking power by pressing the brake pads against the brake rotor, slowing or stopping the bike. There are various types of calipers that differ in function, material choice, and technology.
Hydraulic disc brakes are the most common and advanced design. In these systems, braking power is transmitted through a fluid, usually mineral oil or DOT brake fluid. This allows for precise and consistent braking performance, even under extreme conditions. Brands like Shimano and SRAM offer a wide range of hydraulic disc brake calipers, known for their high modulation (the fine adjustment of braking power) and high reliability. Hydraulic brakes are especially popular in mountain biking because they provide consistent braking power even in wet and muddy conditions.
Mechanical disc brakes, on the other hand, operate via a cable that pushes the brake pads against the rotor. This design is simpler and requires less maintenance but is less powerful and precise than hydraulic systems. Mechanical calipers are often found on entry-level bikes because they are more affordable and require less technical maintenance.
Another important aspect of disc brake calipers is the choice of materials. High-quality calipers are often made from aluminum or even carbon to minimize weight and improve heat dissipation. A lighter caliper can reduce the overall weight of the bike and thus improve its handling.
Overall, disc brake calipers offer different advantages and disadvantages depending on the technology and area of use. Hydraulic systems provide the best performance, while mechanical calipers stand out for their ease of maintenance and lower cost. The right choice depends on individual needs and the intended use of the bike.declineWe're using cookies in case to provide best-possible user experience. When you keep surfing on this site you agree with the cookie usage.- Formula Cura FM disc brake front/rear 175cm
- Hayes Dominion T4 disc brake caliper black
- Avid BB7 Road disc brake
- SRAM Code RSC disc brake black
- SRAM Apex shift/braking unit hydraulic disc brake Flatmount
- Formula Cura front or rear (flip-flop) disc brake 175cm
- Hayes Dominion A4 brake caliper bronze
- Formula Cura X disc brake front/rear 175cm
- SRAM Level Ultimate Stealth 4 piston disc brake carbon lever Ti bolts black D1
- Avid BB7 MTB disc brake
- Shimano Deore XT BR-M8000 brake caliper front/rear PM
- Hayes Dyno Comp brake caliper white
- Paul Component The Klamper disc brake Flat Mount Short-Pull
- SRAM Code RSC disc brake excl. rotor/adaptor black/rainbow
- SRAM Rival AXS disc brake Flatmount/FM
- SRAM Maven Ultimate disc brake inkl. MMX excl. rotor/adaptor clear anodized
- SRAM Maven Silver disc brake inkl. MMX excl. rotor/adaptor black
- MAGURA MT5e disc brake
- Hayes Dominion A4 SFL (Short Finger Lever) disc brake black
- Hayes Dominion T4 disc brake black
- Hayes Dominion A4 disc brake set front+rear
- Hayes Dominion A4 disc brake black/bronze
- TRP HD-T912 TT disc brake 1900mm FM Caliper 24-25mm black
- Hayes Dominion A4 Stealth SFL disc brake black/gray
- TRP DH-R Evo HD-M846 disc brake E2.3 disc only 5.0mm black
- TRP DH-R Evo HD-M846 disc brake E2.3 disc only 5.0mm gold
- SRAM RED AXS shift- and braking unit hydraulic disc brake E1 Flatmount
- TRP DH-R Evo HD-M846 disc brake E2.3 disc only 5.0mm silver