Please note: This kit requires the Nitron DCU to work, and is included in the kit.

The elec-TRON R1 coilover kit utilises the Nitron proportional solenoid valve with all of the damping control being carried out by the control system. This kit includes our adjustable top mounts and uses our race springs, giving you the ultimate adjustment for a perfect geometry setup.

Nitron elec-TRON Range

The Nitron elec-TRON system combines their proven suspension engineering with precision electronic valve control to deliver exceptional handling, stability, and ride comfort. At its core is Nitron’s proprietary proportional solenoid valve, allowing adjustment of compression and rebound damping at each wheel. This enables the suspension to react instantly to changing conditions, with a rapid 8 millisecond response time and a wide adjustment range of 300 to1800 mA.

The valve is mounted directly on the piston rod to fine tune the bleed characteristics of the shim stack, working in harmony with Nitron’s gas pressurised monotube construction for maximum consistency and reliability. In the R1 configuration, damping is managed entirely through electronic adjustment, while the R3 adds manual high and low-speed compression settings to set a baseline for further real time fine tuning. The system continually adjusts damping force based on inputs such as G-force, vehicle speed, road surface, and driver control, resulting in a highly responsive and confidence inspiring drive.

For Porsche models equipped with PASM, elec-TRON integrates directly with the factory system, so you keep full use of your in-car controls and driving modes. If your car doesn’t have PASM or you need standalone control, Nitron also offers a dedicated DCU (Damping Control Unit) to manage the system. The result is a smarter suspension setup that works with you, not against you, giving your Porsche sharper handling, better ride quality and total confidence wherever you drive.

The result is a suspension solution that complements the character of your Porsche, enhancing performance and control without sacrificing the usability and comfort you expect from the ultimate driving machine.

The Nitron Damper Control Unit (DCU) with wiring harness allows you to transform your shock set up from passive damping to a semiactive system. Nitron’s elec-TRON valve is continually adjusting the damping levels every 5 milliseconds, depending on the information it receives from the DCU. The DCU decides what position the valve should be in (and therefore what damping levels are created) by assessing all the data it receives about the car, its attitude and the forces acting on it (braking, cornering and accelerating). 

By fitting a DCU in conjunction with elec-TRON shock absorbers, your vehicle not only benefits from having extremely high performance Nitron dampers, but these dampers are constantly adjusting themselves to provide you with optimised levels of grip and comfort. 

The DCU is fitted with a 6 position rotary control switch, which allows the user to access a number of pre-installed damping maps for their specific vehicle. Damping will continue to be constantly optimised, but the overall damping levels will be determined by the user’s selection.

Specifications

• Supplied with a custom or universal wiring harness

• Utilizes Arm Cortex-M4 processor

• Independent control of 4 electronic dampers

• 6 position rotary control switch or visual rotary display and control allows user to access a number of pre-installed damping maps (x3 Passive and x3 Adaptive)

• 2x 3-axis accelerometers

• 1x 3-axis gyroscope

• 200 Hz damping control rate

• Configured for application location and settings

• Ideal for restomod applications

• Fully resin bonded

Note: Image used for illustration purposes only. Specific details, finishes and end fittings may differ from that shown.

All Nitron shocks are hand made to order to each individual customer's requirements. Lead times are normally 3 - 4 weeks, but at certain times may be slightly longer.

Model Compatibility:

• Porsche 911 996 Carrera (97-05)