Jagwire Sport Semi-Metallic disc brake pads in the BB5 pad shape, part number DCA065. The semi metallic compound sits on a steel backing plate.

What it's for

Jagwire calls the Sport Semi-Metallic its most popular disc pad and positions it as an all purpose choice for most riders. A semi metallic compound mixes resin with metal particles. Jagwire says it combines the low noise of a resin pad with the durability of a metallic pad.

How it works

Semi metallic compound: sits between organic (resin) and sintered (metallic) pads. It wears longer than organic and runs quieter than sintered

Steel backing plate: the compound is bonded to a rigid steel plate that the caliper pistons push against

Compatibility

• Fits: the BB5 pad shape. Jagwire's page for DCA065 lists BB5 along with Promax DC710, DC720, DC913, Decipher, DSK-300, DSK-300R, DSK-310, DSK-330, DSK-330R, Render, and Render-R
• Does not fit: Avid BB7 or Juicy brakes, which use a different pad shape
• Rotor check: do not use this pad on a rotor marked for resin pads only. See the warning below
• How to check yours: read the model name on the caliper, or pull an old pad and compare the backing plate shape

Setup and installation

• Service: OMG's bike shop can install pads and check rotor wear

Specs

• Compound: semi metallic
• Backing plate: steel
• Performance level: Sport
• Jagwire part number: DCA065

Warning

If a brake rotor is labeled 'For Resin Pads Only', ONLY use organic / resin pad compounds, Semi-Metallic, E-Bike, and Sintered compounds are NOT compatible.