Dixcel Z Type Front Brake Pads – AP Racing CP9665 / Alcon CAR95
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Dixcel Z Type front brake pads offer high-performance versatility for both street and circuit use. Engineered to deliver strong initial bite, linear pedal feel, and fade-resistant braking at temperatures up to 850°C, the Z Type is ideal for vehicles running high-grip radial tyres and demanding consistent, reliable stopping power.
This pad is compatible with both AP Racing CP9665 and Alcon CAR95 calipers, offering a perfect upgrade for performance and track-oriented setups requiring precision and durability across various driving conditions.
Key Features
- All-round performance: street to circuit
- Excellent initial bite and predictable control
- Stable, linear response across wide temp range
- Fade-resistant up to 850°C
- Ideal for high-grip radial tyre applications
- Supplied with anti-squeal brake grease (LP1652)
Target Use
- Street
- Winding (normal & hard)
- Circuit
- Gymkhana
- Dirt Trial
- Rally
Pad Shape & Fitment
- Pad Shape: CP6230D54
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Caliper Compatibility:
- AP Racing: CP9665, CP5828, CP6230, CP6075, CP6235, CP6350, CP6665
- Alcon: CAR95
- Pad Area: 81.62 cm²
- Pad Depth: 54.0 mm
- Pad Thickness: 25.0 mm
Performance Ratings (Dynamometer 2nd Fade Test)
- Maximum Friction Coefficient (μ): 0.67
- Average Friction Coefficient (μ): 0.57
- Minimum Friction Coefficient (μ): 0.50
Operating Temperature Range
- 0°C to 850°C
Note: Not recommended for use with extremely high-temperature endurance setups. For more demanding applications, consider the Dixcel Specom series.
Pad Shape
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DIXCEL Brake Pad Comparison
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Coefficient of Friction (µ)
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| Sensors Included | – | – |
| Anti-Squeal Shims | – | – |
* “YES*” indicates a mechanical wear sensor is installed on many applications, but not universally across all part numbers.
FAQ
DIXCEL Brake Pads – Frequently Asked Questions
DIXCEL pads are engineered in Japan to provide improved stopping power, stronger pedal feel, heat resistance and long-term durability. They offer a more controlled braking feel than OEM pads, especially under repeated braking.
- EC Type: Daily street use – quiet & comfortable.
- Premium Type: OEM-plus upgrade for comfort & usability.
- M Type: Ultra-low dust – keeps wheels clean.
- ES Type: Spirited driving & winding roads.
- S Type: Street-sports & occasional track.
- Z Type: Street → supersprints → light circuit.
- RE / Specom B: Motorsport-only – not suitable for road use.
Most street-compound DIXCEL pads include wear sensors if the vehicle requires them. Some cars do not use sensors at all. If your vehicle normally runs a wear sensor and the pad set does not include one, a replacement sensor can be added separately as an optional extra.
Street-focused pads generally include anti-squeal shims and grease. Motorsport compounds typically do not include shims due to high temperature operation and racing caliper design.
Pad life depends heavily on vehicle weight, brake temperature, pad compound and driving style. Gentle daily commuting will see much longer life than repeated hard braking, spirited driving or track use, which can wear pads significantly faster.
Street compounds are designed to minimise noise. Motorsport pads may squeal when cold or lightly used – this is normal behaviour at race-level temperatures.
Yes — bedding-in is essential for correct friction transfer. Perform several medium-pressure stops to apply material to the rotor, followed by light driving to cool the brakes before heavy use.
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