Introducing EBC SC Super Ceramic™: The Next Generation of Ceramic Brake Pads
EBC Brakes has unveiled an exciting new addition to its performance brake pad range: SC Super Ceramic™.
Developed to deliver ultra-low levels of brake dust without compromising on braking performance, the new SC Super Ceramic™ range combines the everyday benefits associated with ceramic brake pads with characteristics designed for performance-focused road cars and high-powered vehicles.
The result is a new type of EBC brake pad aimed at drivers who want cleaner wheels, quiet operation and low rotor wear, while still demanding confidence from their braking system.
What is EBC SC Super Ceramic™?
SC Super Ceramic™ is EBC Brakes' new ultra-low-dust ceramic brake pad range.
Ceramic brake pads are particularly attractive for road cars because of their refinement and ability to produce significantly less visible brake dust. This can be especially beneficial on vehicles with large, intricate or expensive alloy wheels where conventional brake dust quickly becomes noticeable.
EBC has developed SC Super Ceramic™ to take those benefits further, creating a pad intended not only for everyday vehicles, but also performance-focused and high-powered road cars.
It's ceramic braking without forgetting about performance.
Ultra-Low Brake Dust
One of the headline features of SC Super Ceramic™ is right there on the box:
Ultra Low Dust Brake Pads.
Brake dust can quickly coat alloy wheels in a dark residue, particularly on powerful vehicles equipped with larger braking systems.
SC Super Ceramic™ has been developed to produce extremely low levels of dust, helping wheels remain cleaner for longer and reducing one of the biggest compromises associated with many conventional brake pads.
For enthusiasts who spend hours detailing their cars – only to find their wheels covered in brake dust after a drive – this could make SC Super Ceramic™ particularly appealing.
Positive Brake Feel From Cold
Low dust isn't the only priority.
EBC states that SC Super Ceramic™ offers a positive brake feel from cold, an important characteristic for a road-focused brake pad.
Unlike a dedicated motorsport compound designed primarily to operate at elevated temperatures, a road brake pad needs to perform confidently during normal everyday driving.
Whether you're starting your morning commute or heading out for a spirited weekend drive, predictable braking response from the outset matters.
High Heat Threshold – Track Capable
SC Super Ceramic™ has also been developed with a high heat threshold and track-capable performance.
This is an important distinction.
Rather than positioning SC Super Ceramic™ simply as another comfort-focused ceramic pad, EBC is targeting performance-focused road cars and high-powered vehicles where drivers may demand considerably more from their brakes.
It means SC Super Ceramic™ aims to bridge the gap between the refinement people want from a ceramic pad and the performance characteristics expected from the EBC name.
Close to Zero Rotor Wear
Brake pad choice doesn't only affect the pads themselves. The interaction between the friction material and brake disc can also influence disc wear over time.
SC Super Ceramic™ has been designed to offer close to zero rotor wear, helping reduce wear on the brake disc while delivering its low-dust characteristics.
This could be particularly attractive on performance cars equipped with larger or more expensive replacement brake discs.
Designed for Quiet Road Driving
Nobody wants a performance upgrade that makes their road car unpleasant to use every day.
Another major focus of SC Super Ceramic™ is noise reduction, with EBC describing the new compound as:
"Absolutely silent at all speeds."
Combined with its positive cold brake feel, low dust and low rotor wear, this reinforces the road-focused nature of the new SC compound.
The aim is a brake pad that can provide performance when required without sacrificing the refinement expected during normal driving.
Zero Metallic Particles
SC Super Ceramic™ contains zero metallic particles, further distinguishing the new friction material from more conventional brake pad compounds.
The new range is also described as copper-free and continues EBC's focus on developing modern friction materials while retaining the braking characteristics drivers expect from its products.
Who Are EBC SC Super Ceramic™ Brake Pads For?
SC Super Ceramic™ should be particularly interesting for drivers who use their performance car predominantly on the road and want to reduce some of the compromises associated with more aggressive brake pad compounds.
Think cars such as performance BMWs, Audi S and RS models, Volkswagen GTIs and Golf Rs, CUPRAs, hot Hondas and other modern high-performance vehicles.
For these cars, owners often want strong braking performance but don't necessarily want excessive dust, noise or disc wear during everyday use.
That's where SC Super Ceramic™ could become a particularly compelling option within the EBC range.
The key characteristics include:
- Ultra-low brake dust
- Positive brake feel from cold
- High heat threshold
- Track-capable performance
- Close to zero rotor wear
- Extremely quiet operation
- Zero metallic particles
- Developed for performance-focused road cars and high-powered vehicles
It's a combination that makes SC Super Ceramic™ one of the most interesting additions to the EBC range in recent years.
Where Does SC Super Ceramic™ Sit in the EBC Range?
EBC already offers a wide variety of brake pad compounds designed around different vehicles, driving styles and performance requirements.
SC Super Ceramic™ introduces another option for drivers whose priorities sit towards low dust, refinement and road performance.
Rather than viewing it simply as an alternative to compounds such as Greenstuff, Redstuff, Yellowstuff or Bluestuff, it's better to consider what you actually want from your brake pads.
For drivers who put maximum emphasis on keeping their wheels clean, reducing noise and minimising rotor wear while retaining performance capability, SC Super Ceramic™ brings something genuinely different to the range.
We'll be publishing a more detailed comparison between SC Super Ceramic™ and EBC's existing compounds as application and technical information becomes available.
EBC SC Super Ceramic™ to Debut at SEMA 2026
The new range will make its official debut at the 2026 SEMA Show in Las Vegas this November.
SEMA is one of the biggest events in the global automotive aftermarket calendar, making it a fitting location for the public debut of EBC's latest brake pad technology.
Visitors will be able to discover SC Super Ceramic™ for the first time at:
EBC Brakes – Booth #23353
SEMA Show 2026 – Las Vegas, Nevada
November 2026
We expect further information surrounding vehicle applications and availability to follow as SC Super Ceramic™ moves towards its official launch.
EBC SC Super Ceramic™ Is Coming Soon
For drivers who love performance cars but don't love cleaning brake dust from their wheels, SC Super Ceramic™ could be one of the most exciting EBC releases yet.
With ultra-low dust, positive braking characteristics from cold, a high heat threshold, extremely low rotor wear and quiet operation, EBC is aiming to combine the refinement of ceramic brake technology with genuine performance credentials.
SC Super Ceramic™ is coming soon to EBC Brakes Shop.
Keep an eye on EBC Brakes Shop for the latest SC Super Ceramic™ news, vehicle applications and availability as they're announced.
