What SRAM brakes use Large Sintered Steel Powerful pads?

SRAM Disc Brake Pads in the Large Sintered Steel Powerful format are the maximum-power pad for SRAM's Code caliper family — the most powerful MTB disc brakes SRAM makes, designed for downhill, enduro, and the most demanding braking conditions. Compatible with Code A2, Code R (A2), Code R (B1), Code RSC (A1), and Guide RE (A1) systems. Sintered compound uses a metal-bonded friction material that is significantly harder and more heat-resistant than organic compound, delivering consistent stopping power on the longest, steepest descents where brakes are under sustained thermal load. Steel backing handles the higher heat output that comes with large-format sintered pads on powerful downhill brakes. Each kit includes two pads, a spreader spring, pad pin, and clip.

Code calipers are purpose-built for aggressive gravity riding — they run large pad surface area and large pistons to generate serious clamping force, and the sintered compound is the correct spec for the conditions where Code brakes get used. Organic compound on Code brakes in downhill or sustained enduro conditions will fade; sintered is the factory and recommended replacement compound for this caliper in high-demand riding. Sintered pads require a proper bed-in procedure — 20 to 30 progressive brake applications with full cooling between each — before riding aggressively. Large Sintered Steel Powerful pads are more aggressive on rotors than organic; inspect rotors regularly and replace when approaching SRAM's minimum thickness specification of 1.55mm for most Code-compatible rotors.