Brake calipers are the component of the braking system that presses the pads against the disc to stop the vehicle. Caliper prices vary by type and vehicle, generally ranging from €30 to €200 per unit, with options for passenger cars, vans and industrial vehicles.
How do I choose performance brake calipers for my car?
Check fitment by make, model and axle (front/rear) first, then decide between a fixed caliper (more rigid, used in multi-piston performance setups) and a floating caliper (lighter, common on OEM applications). More pistons generally means more even pad pressure and better modulation under hard braking.
What is the difference between a fixed and a floating brake caliper?
A fixed caliper has pistons on both sides of the disc and does not move, giving more consistent clamping force. A floating caliper has pistons on one side only and slides on guide pins, which is simpler and lighter but less rigid under sustained heavy braking.
Do more pistons mean better braking?
More pistons distribute clamping force more evenly across the pad, improving modulation and reducing uneven pad wear, but overall stopping power also depends on pad compound, disc size and the rest of the braking system working together.
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