Track days demand brake pads that reach full friction fast, hold it through repeated hard stops, and survive temperatures that destroy street compounds. EBC Bluestuff NDX delivers exactly that for the 2012-2018 Focus ST, with a friction coefficient of 0.52 Mu and a validated operating range from ambient up to 550°C (1,000°F).
Fast bed-in for weekend warriors and racers alike. Bluestuff NDX reaches working friction quickly, so lap-day drivers spend their time braking hard instead of scrubbing pads in. Serious track regulars and spec-series competitors benefit from the same fast activation, then enjoy consistent, high-friction performance through extended sessions.
NUCAP NRS mechanical bonding eliminates pad separation. Instead of relying on adhesive alone, EBC bonds the friction material to the steel backing plate using NUCAP's patented hook system, which raises shear and bond strength by a factor of five. At sustained track temperatures, that mechanical lock prevents the delamination failures that sideline adhesive-bonded pads.
High-volume Vee grooves manage track debris. Aggressive driving generates far more rotor dust and friction material debris than street use. The machined Vee grooves in the pad face channel that debris away from the contact surface, keeping the friction interface consistent lap after lap.
A step beyond Yellowstuff for heavy, fast cars. Bluestuff NDX targets performance and race driving in heavier, higher-power vehicles. EBC rates its service life as significantly longer than the Yellowstuff grade, making it a practical choice for drivers who cover real mileage between pad changes.
Product Benefits
- High Friction Coefficient: 0.52 Mu NDX compound delivers strong, repeatable braking force under sustained load.
- Wide Temperature Range: Effective from ambient up to 550°C (1,000°F), covering everything from warm-up laps to full-race conditions.
- NUCAP NRS Hook System: Mechanical bonding raises shear strength by five times and prevents pad-to-plate separation.
- Fast Bed-In: Friction builds quickly so drivers lose minimal track time on initial laps.
- Vee Groove Design: High-volume grooves evacuate debris from the contact patch during track use.
- Front Fitment: Sized and rated specifically for the front axle of the 2012-2018 Focus ST.
- Proven in Competition: Used in multiple spec-series cup car racing groups across Europe.
About EBC Brakes: EBC Brakes develops and manufactures brake friction products across a wide range of compounds, from street-oriented greenstuff and redstuff grades to full race materials like Bluestuff NDX. The company's in-house R&D process includes compound development steps that EBC considers proprietary to its friction manufacturing operation.
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Product Specifications & Vehicle Fitment
Review the product details and confirm compatibility with your vehicle before ordering.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Trim | ST |
| Vehicle Fitment | 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 |
| FMSI Pad No. | D1668 |
