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Have you come across the terms single disc clutch and twin disc clutch while looking to replace or repair the clutch in your car? You might be wondering what the differences between the two are and which one will work best for you.The professional team of clutch repair experts at Alaska Clutch Rebuilders in Anchorage, Alaska, want to explain the differences between the single disc and twin disc types of clutches to help you make an informed decision.

What are the Differences Between a Single Disc and a Twin Disc Clutch?

A single disc clutch is a standard clutch with one drive plate. It has excellent all-around performance on a standard engine and has basic engagement and shifting speed. A single disc clutch can handle higher torque than the standard stock clutch but has less torque capacity than a twin disc clutch.

A twin disc clutch has lower inertia and higher torque because it can spread the load out over more surfaces. Because they have a smaller diameter than the single disc, there is less pedal effort to operate the clutch, and the clutch weighs less. Lower weight also impacts the moment of inertia, which means that less inertia has to be overcome to spin the clutch. Less inertia means less engine power is needed and your vehicle will be able to accelerate faster.

twin disc clutchWhat Are They Used For?

If you are looking for a clutch that gives you higher torque than a stock clutch or own a car with a 300 to 500 horsepower engine, a single disc clutch is a good choice. If you are looking for higher horsepower performance with faster acceleration and quicker shifting a twin disc clutch will do the job.

Whichever clutch you choose, come into Alaska Clutch Rebuilders today to have their professional team install it for you. Call (907) 563-5967 to make an appointment or visit them online for more information on clutch repair, flywheel resurfacing or OEM car parts.

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