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BARBARO Compound Guide

From Entry Level to Racing — Complete Guide to BARBARO Brake Pad Formulas

Formula Series Overview

C Series

Street Comfort

Street performance products focused on noise control, balanced performance, and high cost-effectiveness.

S Series

Street Performance

Designed for both street use and small track experiences, focusing on braking sensitivity and heat resistance.

RS Series

Racing Formula

Pure racing formulas designed to tackle extreme lap time racing and endurance racing in harsh environments.

CSI Series

Carbon Ceramic Special

Specially designed formulas for carbon ceramic composite brake discs, tackling bottlenecks in the high-end segment.

Formula Details

C-03

ENTRY STREET

Entry-Level Copper-Free NAO Ceramic | Ultra-Quiet & Eco-Friendly
μ
Friction Coefficient
0.35
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Max Temperature
550°C
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Friction Grade
FF

Features

Copper-free NAO ceramic developed for environmental protection and noise performance. BARBARO’s highest-volume formula with 600K+ sets/month for OEM and export.

  • Ultra-quiet daily driving experience
  • Copper-free and asbestos-free (eco-friendly)
  • Minimal brake dust for cleaner wheels
  • Tried and tested across global markets

Ratings

Noise9/10
Dust8/10
Performance4/10
🚫 NOT FOR TRACK USE — Street Application Only

C-02

QUIETEST FORMULA

Entry-Level NAO Ceramic with Copper | 9.5/10 Noise & Dust Rating
μ
Friction Coefficient
0.35
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Max Temperature
550°C
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Friction Grade
FF

Features

BARBARO’s quietest formula — scoring 9.5/10 for both noise suppression and low dust. Better fade resistance than C-03, proven in Middle East markets with 200K+ sets/month.

  • Whisper-quiet — 9.5/10 noise rating
  • Least dust — 9.5/10 dust rating
  • Superior fade resistance vs C-03
  • Desert-tested in Middle East markets

Ratings

Noise9.5/10
Dust9.5/10
Performance6/10
🚫 NOT FOR TRACK USE — Street Application Only

C-01 ⭐

FLAGSHIP STREET

Advanced Copper-Free Low-Metallic | The Perfect Balance of Performance & Silence
μ
Friction Coefficient
0.384–0.43
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Max Temperature
550°C
🏷
Friction Grade
GH

Features

BARBARO’s flagship street formula — where performance meets silence. Independently developed with OEM partnerships from Mercedes-Benz, BYD, and more. 50K+ sets/month.

  • Superior noise suppression with metallic composition
  • Excellent heat resistance & anti-fade
  • Consistent braking across multiple chassis platforms
  • OEM trusted — Mercedes-Benz, BYD, GAC

Ratings

Noise8/10
Performance7/10
Dust6/10
🚫 NOT FOR TRACK USE — Street Application Only

C-60

PRO-GRADE STREET

Player Grade Copper-Free Low-Metallic | Maximum Street Performance
μ
Friction Coefficient
0.45–0.47
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Max Temperature
600°C
🏷
Friction Grade
GG

Features

For drivers who find C-01 insufficient. Pushes performance to the extreme with controllable linear pedal feel. Ideal for aggressive driving, heavy SUVs, and EVs.

  • 9/10 performance — strongest street formula
  • Controllable linear brake pedal feel
  • Ideal for heavy SUVs and EVs
  • Mountain & terrain proven (Tibet, Xinjiang routes)

Ratings

Noise3/10
Performance9/10
Dust2/10
🚫 NOT FOR TRACK USE — Street Application Only (Some noise probability)

S-01

STREET & TRACK DAY

Advanced Player Grade Copper-Metallic | 42 Months of Development
μ
Friction Coefficient
0.40–0.411
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Max Temperature
800°C
🏷
Friction Grade
FF

Features

42 months of development — quiet enough for daily driving, capable enough for track days. 120+ vehicle platforms validated. Less dust than C-01 after 3,000 km break-in.

  • Perfect balance of street comfort & track capability
  • Less dust than C-01 after 3,000 km
  • Exceptional rear-axle performance in race cars
  • 25 months dyno + 21 months road testing

Ratings

Noise8/10
Performance7/10
Dust7/10
🏁 TRACK DAY LIMITED — Organized Team Track Day Experiences Only

RS-136

CLUB RACING

Custom Racing Formula | Highest Friction μ0.55
μ
Friction Coefficient
0.55
🌡
Max Temperature
800°C
🏁
Speed Range
≤180 km/h

Features

Custom racing formula for professional teams. Highest friction coefficient in the entire BARBARO lineup — devastating stopping power for sub-180 km/h club racing.

  • Highest friction in BARBARO lineup — μ0.55
  • Extreme temperature resistance
  • Designed for speeds below 180 km/h
  • Endurance & sprint racing capable

Ratings

Noise3/10
Performance8.5/10
Dust2/10
🏎 PROFESSIONAL RACING TEAMS ONLY — Not for Street Use

RS-500

SPRINT & TIME ATTACK

TCR Spec Racing Formula | Zhuhai International Circuit Proven
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Max Temperature
800°C
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Max Speed
245 km/h
Max Weight
1,600 kg

Usage Guidelines

Applied in sprint races and circuit races. Technical specs meet TCR standards. Reference track: Zhuhai International Circuit — 4.3 km, 6 heavy braking zones.

  • Effective range: 220 km/h (1,250±50 kg)
  • Limit range: 245 km/h (1,600 kg)
  • 6 heavy braking points per lap
  • TCR racing compliant

Ratings

Noise6/10
Performance9/10
Dust3/10
🏁 PROFESSIONAL RACING TEAMS ONLY — Not for Street Use

RS-620

LIGHT RACING

Racing Grade for Lightweight Vehicles | 1–3 Lap Bed-In
μ
Friction Coefficient (SAE J2522)
0.45
🌡
Temperature Range
50–800°C
🏷
Friction Grade
GG

Features

Optimized for lightweight racing cars (1,000 kg or less). Outstanding initial bite combined with ultra-short bed-in of just 1–3 laps.

  • Quick initial bite from first application
  • Fastest bed-in: 1–3 laps only
  • For sub-1,000 kg race cars
  • Touring & GTC class competition

Ratings

Noise3/10
Performance8/10
Dust3/10
🏁 RACING ONLY — Not for Street Use

RS-635

ENDURANCE CHAMPION

Racing Grade for Heavy Vehicles | 200 min vs PAGID 120 min
μ
Friction Coefficient (SAE J2522)
0.47
🌡
Temperature Range
50–800°C
🏷
Friction Grade
GG

Features

CEC China Endurance Championship winner — outlasting PAGID RST3 by 67% while costing just 28% of the price. Stronger initial bite and wider control range than RS-620.

  • 200 min endurance vs PAGID RST3’s 120 min
  • Less wear: 2.335mm vs 2.59mm
  • Only 28% of PAGID’s price
  • Wider control range (μ 0.45–0.90)

Ratings

Noise3/10
Performance9/10
Dust3/10
🏁 RACING ONLY — Not for Street Use

RS-652 🆕

ULTIMATE ENDURANCE

7 Years R&D | +8.7% vs PAGID RSL1 | Steel + CCM Compatible
📊
vs PAGID RSL1
+8.7%
🌡
Temp Reduction (Steel)
−19.2%
🎯
Lock-Up Threshold
95 bpa

Features

The ultimate endurance compound — 7 years of development and benchmarking. Proprietary Transfer Film Technology. The only endurance compound validated on both steel and carbon-ceramic discs.

  • Transfer Film Technology — protective 1–3μ layer
  • +46.1% pedal margin vs RS-635
  • +26.7% friction vs Endless MA45B
  • Carbon-ceramic disc compatible (unique)
  • TCR / GT / Motorhome validated

Ratings

Noise3/10
Performance9.5/10
Dust3/10
🏁 RACING ONLY — Not for Street Use

CSI-01

CCM SPECIALIST

Copper-Metallic for Carbon Ceramic Discs | GAC Aion SSR OEM
μ
Friction Coefficient
0.426–0.43
🌡
Max Temperature
600°C
🏷
Friction Grade
FF

Features

Independent friction material system designed exclusively for carbon ceramic discs — not compatible with steel rotors. OEM standard on GAC Aion SSR hypercar.

  • Exclusive CCM disc formulation
  • GAC Aion SSR OEM standard
  • Not compatible with steel rotors
  • Premium segment specialist

Ratings

Noise7/10
Performance8/10
Dust5/10
⚠️ CARBON CERAMIC DISCS ONLY — Not for Steel Rotors

Disclaimer

Performance ratings are based on internal testing and comparative analysis. Actual performance may vary depending on vehicle setup, driving conditions, and brake system configuration. RS-series compounds are designed exclusively for closed-course racing and are not street-legal. CSI-01 is formulated exclusively for carbon ceramic composite discs. Always consult with a BARBARO technical specialist for compound selection specific to your application.

🔍 Find Your Perfect Brake Pad

Answer 3 quick questions and we’ll recommend the ideal BARBARO compound for your needs.

Question 1 of 3
What type of brake disc do you have?
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Standard Steel Disc
The most common disc type found on nearly all production vehicles

Carbon Ceramic Disc (CCM)
High-performance lightweight discs found on exotic and luxury cars

Question 2 of 3
How do you primarily use your vehicle?
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Daily Commuting
City driving, school runs, grocery trips — comfort and low dust matter most

🏔️
Enthusiast Driving
Mountain roads, spirited drives — you want more bite and better fade resistance

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Track Day / HPDE
Occasional track events — you need pads that handle both street and circuit

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Competition Racing
Wheel-to-wheel racing, endurance events, sprint races — pure performance

Question 3 of 3
What matters most to you?
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Silence & Clean Wheels
No squealing, minimal brake dust — a refined driving experience

⚖️
Balance of Everything
Good performance, acceptable noise, reasonable dust — the all-rounder

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Maximum Performance
The strongest bite, best fade resistance — noise and dust are acceptable trade-offs

Barbaro Brake Pad Formulas at a Glance

FormulaUse CaseMax TempFrictionSKUs
C-03Entry street550C0.357
C-02Quiet street550C0.3525
C-01Advanced street550C0.38-0.43204
C-60Pro street650C0.40-0.4546
S-01Street + track700C0.42-0.48-
RS-136Club racing700C0.42-0.483
RS-500Sprint / TA750C0.48-0.5512
RS-652Endurance800C+0.45-0.52-
CSI-01Carbon ceramic750C0.40-0.4818

Friction coefficients measured per SAE J661. Max temperatures are continuous operating limits. All formulas CCC certified.

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