SACHS RCS 184 Clutch Pressure Plate
Service pressure plate for SACHS RCS 184 S2.6 multi-plate racing clutches
The SACHS RCS 184 clutch pressure plate is a central pressure element of the modular RCS 184 racing clutch from ZF Motorsport. It transfers the diaphragm spring force to the friction pack and, together with clutch discs, intermediate plates and clutch cover, ensures the defined clamp load of the clutch.
This product group includes the matching pressure plates for SACHS RCS 184 S2.6 clutches. Selection is based on the specific configuration of the racing clutch: the decisive factor is whether the clutch is designed as a 1-, 2-, 3- or 4-disc system. Only the correctly assigned pressure plate ensures that installation height, release travel, clamp load and wear window remain within the intended system parameters.
Manufactured from high-strength steel with a precisely machined friction surface, the SACHS RCS 184 pressure plate is designed for high mechanical and thermal loads in motorsport. It is used as a service and overhaul component when the existing pressure plate must be replaced due to wear, distortion, hotspots or damage.
When overhauling a SACHS RCS 184 racing clutch, pressure plate, intermediate plates, clutch discs and friction surfaces should always be evaluated as a complete system. This keeps the torque capacity, pedal feel, release behaviour and shift precision of the racing clutch reproducible.
Selection by clutch configuration
The correct SACHS RCS 184 pressure plate is selected according to the number of discs in the existing 2.6 mm sintered metal racing clutch. This keeps the pressure plate precisely matched to the clutch pack, friction lining thickness and system height.
Part No. 003002001897
For 1-, 2- and 4-disc clutches
Suitable for the following SACHS RCS 184 S2.6 sintered metal clutches:
SACHS RCS 1/184 S2.6
SACHS RCS 2/184 S2.6
SACHS RCS 4/184 S2.6
This pressure plate is matched to the approved RCS 184 S2.6 system configurations with one, two or four clutch discs.
Part No. 003002001898
For 3-disc clutches
Suitable for the following SACHS RCS 184 S2.6 sintered metal clutch:
SACHS RCS 3/184 S2.6
This pressure plate is matched to the specific configuration of the 3-disc clutch and must not be replaced by the version for 1-, 2- or 4-disc systems without verification.
Versions
Component: clutch pressure plate / pressure plate
System: SACHS RCS 184 multi-plate racing clutch
Assigned friction lining thickness: S2.6 / sintered metal 2.6 mm
Material: high-strength steel with precisely machined friction surface
Function: transfer of diaphragm spring force to the friction pack
Use: service and overhaul component for approved SACHS RCS 184 S2.6 clutch systems
Note: Before ordering and installation, part number, number of discs, S2.6 lining thickness, existing intermediate plates and approved RCS 184 clutch configuration must be checked.
Benefits at a glance
Exact assignment according to 1-, 2-, 3- or 4-disc clutch
Series-specific setup for SACHS RCS 184 S2.6 racing clutches
Defined clamp load for reproducible torque transmission
Precise friction surface for even loading of the friction pack
High-strength steel for high mechanical and thermal load capacity
Service-friendly replacement during overhaul or wear
Suitable for approved SACHS RCS 184 clutch configurations from ZF Motorsport
Technology
RCS 184 pressure plate
Function: The pressure plate transfers the diaphragm spring force to clutch discs and intermediate plates. It clamps the friction pack against the corresponding friction partner and therefore influences clamp load, torque capacity, release behaviour and shift precision of the SACHS RCS 184 racing clutch.
Design: The component is made from high-strength steel with a precisely machined friction surface. Geometry, thickness and contact surface are matched to the RCS 184 size and the respective S2.6 clutch configuration.
System setup: The pressure plate may only be combined with approved RCS 184 clutch discs, intermediate plates, clutch covers and matching installation dimensions. Deviating combinations can negatively affect clamp load, actuation behaviour and service life.
Quality standard: Manufactured according to ZF Motorsport specification with tight tolerances for runout, thickness and surface quality. This supports even loading of the friction pack under motorsport conditions.
Overhaul & service
When overhauling a SACHS RCS 184 racing clutch, the pressure plate should always be evaluated together with clutch discs, intermediate plates and the corresponding friction surfaces. Individual wear patterns can indicate thermal overload, uneven surface pressure or a system height that is no longer correct.
Typical inspection points include runout, thickness, surface condition, hotspots, scoring, thermal discoloration and mechanical damage. If wear is outside the permissible tolerance, the affected friction pairing should be replaced in line with the system requirements.
Correct service preserves the defined clamp load, clean release, reproducible engagement and operating reliability of the SACHS RCS 184 racing clutch.
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