MINTEX RACE
COMPOUND
DESCRIPTIONS AND APPLICATION
F Series
F1R
The highest torque of the Mintex line. The
F1R is a proven formulation with wins in the 2001 season in CART and NASCAR
Winston Cup and Craftsman Truck Series. The F1R has high initial
bite, mild progressive torque curve and unequaled pressure sensitivity. This
translates to a friction material that has ultra high torque with ultimate
control at threshold braking.
Applications include race cars with high
horsepower coupled with high mechanical and aerodynamic grip. Used in the
2001 CART, NASCAR, Trans Am.
F2R
Approximate 15-20% reduction in torque loads
compared to F1R while maintaining identical friction profile. F1R is ideally
suited to Sedan and Light open wheel applications where aerodynamic
downforce is a lower factor. F2R is also the material of choice for CART
oval racing.
Proven in competition with wins during the
2001 season in CART (Ovals), SCCA, NASCAR Winston Cup and ARCA, F2R offers
the best pedal feel of any competition formula on sale today. Superior
disc finish, good wear characteristics, high friction levels with unmatched
pedal feel make this friction compound the material of choice for a wide
range of racing classes.
F3R
Approximately 25-30% reduction in torque
loads compared to F2R. This material is suited to large oval racing where
lower torque is desirable together with the superior pedal feel and friction
profile
of F1R and F2R. This compound will also work well on cars with live axles,
which cannot tolerate high friction levels but still require the pedal feel
and moderate torque levels. Useful in tuning the rear brakes where there is
a problem with too much rear bias. F3R compound has many wins in 2001 season
in World of Outlaws and other divisions.
F4R
The first ‘F’ Series material developed
by Mintex. The F4R is used primarily by club racing and rally applications.
Moderate friction levels with little bedding issues and fade free
performance at high temperatures make this material ‘user friendly’. F4R
friction levels are between the F3R and F2R friction levels.
Applications include: Rally, Club Racing and
single makes racing series.
Warning:
It should be noted that these materials were
developed for use in the most severe racing environments and offer fade free
performance regardless of temperature input. In some cased these materials
will exceed the ability of the brake system to handle the generated heart
resulting in the brake fluid boiling and a total failure of the brake
system. Please consult the Brake OEM manufacturer on your vehicle to ensure
that your system has been upgraded to meet these heat
requirements. Use fresh high quality racing brake fluid and change if often.
Never leave a container of brake fluid open for more that an few minutes and
never mix different brands of fluid.
LOW TO MEDIUM TORQUE MATERIALS:
The Mintex line of club racing materials are
ideally suited to the racing needs of the average club racing competitors.
Widely used throughout the world these materials continue to win in classes
from Formula to group N and from Forest Rally to Desert Rally.
M1144_
A Flat Medium Torque racing compound offering
good modulation control suited for low temperature range applications.
Applications include Formula Ford, light
weight Group N and Front
wheel drive cars rear axle applications.
M1155_
A Flat Medium Torque racing compound offering
good modulation control suited for medium temperature range
applications.
Applications include Group A and Group N
Front wheel drive cars
rear axle applications.
M1166_
A Flat High Torque racing compound offering
good modulation control suited for medium temperature range
applications.
Applications include Low Downforce Open
Wheel, Dirt Circle Track
and lightweight Showroom Stock / Group N.
