EBC Bluestuff NDX Rear Brake Pads for 2014+ Audi S3 - DP52173NDX

Bluestuff NDX is a high friction sport and race material that can be used for aggressive street driving and certain types of track use. The material has had much success on the track with quality aftermarket calipers (Multi piston systems with better release and cooling and larger rotors) and limited success with street based calipers where pad size and caliper drag can challenge any brake material. The biggest advantage of EBC Bluestuff NDX is their bite from cold and progressive brake feel and the ability to bring a car to a complete stop. This has led to the ECE R90 brake safety regulation approval of R90 which is now completed and certificates are being obtained (during July 2011). There are certain older street based caliper systems where even the new Bluestuff will have trouble handling the caliper and slider drag inherent in the systems but this scenario is exactly the same for our competitors. There is NO material that will be PERFECT on the track in all older street based caliper systems. Pad Dimensions: 123 x 61.2 x 16.5mm

• Chemical Interlayer Pad For Super Strong Pad Bond
• Deep V Grooves Catches Dirt Dust/Improves Venting
• Huge Lifetime Almost Double Previous EBC Products
• Surfaces Are Left Smooth And Not Scored
• Worlds First Street And True Track Pad
• Low Heat Transfer
• Easy On Rotors
• Great Release

EBC Bluestuff NDX rear brake pads are designed for aggressive street driving and select track applications on the 2014 and newer Audi S3. Part number DP52173NDX uses a high-friction compound that delivers strong cold bite, progressive pedal feel, and reliable stopping performance. The Bluestuff NDX material is particularly well suited to vehicles equipped with quality aftermarket calipers, multi-piston systems, improved cooling, and larger rotors.

These EBC brake pads are engineered with a chemical interlayer to create a strong pad bond, while deep V-grooves help capture dust and improve ventilation. The compound provides low heat transfer, smooth rotor contact, and easy release to support consistent braking performance. Bluestuff NDX also offers extended service life compared with previous EBC pad compounds, although brake performance can vary depending on caliper design, pad size, rotor condition, and slider drag. No brake pad material is ideal for every older street-based caliper system under track conditions.

Designed as a street-and-track brake pad, Bluestuff NDX combines high friction performance with street usability and has achieved ECE R90 safety approval. The pad surface is left smooth rather than scored to promote even contact with the rotor. This set is intended for the rear axle and includes one complete set of EBC Bluestuff NDX brake pads. Always verify vehicle year, brake package, rotor configuration, and caliper compatibility before installation.

Product Specifications and Technical Data

• Brand: EBC
• Part Number: DP52173NDX
• Product Type: Rear high-friction brake pad set
• Application: 2014+ Audi S3
• Compound: Bluestuff NDX
• Intended Use: Aggressive street driving and select track applications
• Safety Approval: ECE R90 approved
• Pad Quantity: One complete rear axle set

What's Included

• One set of EBC Bluestuff NDX rear brake pads

Features:

• High-friction Bluestuff NDX compound provides strong cold bite and progressive brake feel for aggressive street driving and select track use.
• Chemical interlayer construction creates a strong bond between the friction material and backing plate.
• Deep V-grooves help capture dirt and brake dust while improving pad ventilation.
• Low heat transfer, easy release, smooth rotor contact, and extended service life support consistent braking performance.

Air Freight Prohibited: false
Not Carb Approved: false
Ltl Freight Required: false
Prop 65: Y
Part Type: automotive
Epa: N/A
Carb Acknowledgement Required: false
Regular Stock: t
Units Per Sku: 1