How does the elec-TRON system work alongside the R3's manual compression adjusters?

The DCU controls overall damping through the solenoid valve at 200Hz, but the high and low speed compression adjusters on the piggyback reservoirs remain fully independent and accessible. You still have manual control over the mechanical side of the setup; the elec-TRON layer works alongside it, not instead of it. Between the two you have control over both the active and mechanical sides of the damping simultaneously.

Does the FAL affect the suspension tune or the elec-TRON system in any way?

No. The lift system operates independently of both the damper setup and the DCU. It does not affect spring rates, valving, or ride height when not in use. Once the front axle comes back down the car behaves exactly as it would without the FAL fitted.

What damping maps does the DCU offer?

Six pre-installed maps are accessible via the rotary control switch; three passive and three adaptive. Rain, Tour, Sport, and Race cover the core driving contexts. Within whichever map is selected, the system continues making continuous adjustments automatically at 200Hz. The driver sets the overall character and the DCU handles the rest.

Nitron elec-TRON R3 FastRoad Coilover Kit w/ Standalone FAL for 131 Lotus Emira (with V6)

The Nitron elec-TRON R3 FastRoad Coilover Kit with Standalone Front Axle Lift for the Type 131 Lotus Emira V6 combines electronic damping control through Nitron’s proportional solenoid valve with independent manual compression adjustment, giving drivers and engineers control over both the active and mechanical sides of the damping setup simultaneously. The included DCU continuously processes data from the car every 5 milliseconds, assessing vehicle attitude, braking forces, cornering loads, and acceleration inputs to determine the correct valve position and damping level at any given moment. Piggyback reservoirs front and rear allow for straightforward independent adjustment of high and low speed compression, while the DCU handles overall damping in real time. The Standalone FAL addresses the practical challenge of running the Emira V6 at those ride heights on public roads, raising the front axle 25mm in under 3 seconds to clear driveways, speed bumps, and parking obstacles without affecting the suspension setup or how the car drives once conditions return to normal. Every kit is custom built, custom sprung, and fully serviceable.

elec-TRON

Nitron’s elec-TRON system is built around a proprietary proportional solenoid valve fitted to each shock individually on the Type 131 Emira V6, giving the included DCU precise, independent damping control at every corner of the car. G-load, vehicle speed, road conditions, and driver inputs are all monitored simultaneously, with damping adjustments made every 5 milliseconds. A human eye blink takes somewhere between 100 and 150 milliseconds; the elec-TRON system is working at a fraction of that. The suspension is responding to the road and the driver in real time, not reacting after the fact.

Standalone Electronic Damping System

The Nitron DCU is included with the elec-TRON R3 FastRoad with Standalone FAL for the Type 131 Emira V6. It’s the brain behind the elec-TRON system, transforming a conventional passive damper setup into a precision semiactive platform. Working in conjunction with Nitron’s elec-TRON valve, the DCU continuously processes data from the car every 5 milliseconds; assessing vehicle attitude, braking forces, cornering loads, and acceleration inputs to determine the correct valve position and damping level at any given moment. The result is a suspension system that isn’t set to a fixed damping rate but is constantly optimizing grip and performance in real time based on what the car is actually doing. The DCU is fitted with an adjustable control knob giving the driver access to a range of pre-installed damping maps; Rain, Tour, Sport, and Race; each tuned for a specific driving context. Damping continues to be adjusted continuously within whichever map is selected, so the driver sets the overall character and the system handles the rest.
- 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 (3 passive / 3 adaptive)
- Two 3 axis accelerometers
- 3 axis gyroscope
- 200Hz damping control rate
- Configured for application location and settings
- Ideal for resto-mod applications
- Fully resin bonded

The Nitron Front Axle Lift (FAL)

Running a Type 131 Lotus Emira V6 at R3 ride heights on the road comes with a familiar set of frustrations; steep driveways, speed bumps, and parking lot ramps that sit just low enough to make every approach a calculation. The Nitron Standalone Front Axle Lift system is built around that specific problem. With 25mm of lift available at the front axle, it clears the obstacles that lower ride heights make problematic without requiring any changes to the suspension setup and without affecting how the car performs once you’re back on the road or circuit. It’s a practical addition to a performance suspension package, not a compromise of one.
- 250W pump
- 25mm lift height
- Typical lift time under 3-seconds
- Audible in-cabin warning system
- Switch with built-in warning light
- Auto off function
- Protects your car from damage caused by steep driveways and speed bumps
- Compatible with a wide range of suspension setups

Unique Technology

Nitron starts every shock with precision components that go through a thorough design and development process long before final assembly. The modular construction gives engineers the flexibility to approach each application on its own terms, without compromising part quality or how components perform together under real load. Everything is machined to tight tolerances and inspected individually by trained technicians; that standard of quality control runs through every stage of production, not just the end of it. New materials, finishes, and processes go through extensive validation before they’re adopted, with proprietary Nitron technologies built in throughout to produce shocks that consistently hold up against the competition on road and track. That’s the engineering foundation the brand has been built on since 1998.

Bespoke Engineering

Nitron doesn’t adapt a generic damper to fit the Type 131 Lotus Emira V6; they engineer one around it. Every application goes through a dedicated development process where components, spring rates, and damping characteristics are shaped by the specific platform, not carried over from something similar enough to work. The geometry, weight distribution, and suspension travel of the Emira V6 are part of the design from day one, not corrections introduced later. That’s the difference between suspension that works with a car and suspension that was purpose-built for it.

Features

Piggyback reservoir types
No manual damping adjustments are required, fully controlled by the solenoid valve
Preload adjuster
Full alloy body
Nitron FAL raises 25mm at the shock
Consists of 4 coilovers, reservoirs, adjustable top mounts, DCU kit, and FAL kit
DCU kit contains DCU, harness, switch
FAL kit contains all components (cylinders, hydraulic lines, pump, wiring loom and controller)
Hand made to order

Specifications

Coilover Type: elec-TRON R3 FastRoad with standalone FAL
Reservoir Type: Piggyback
Mounting Brackets: Not required
Recommended Spring Rates:
- Front: 550lbs/inch (96N/mm)
- Rear: 700lbs/inch (123N/mm)

Applications

Lotus Emira: 131 | 2022-present | 2GR-FE 3.5L V6 supercharged

Other Suspension Kits for Lotus Emira V6

NTR-R1 FastRoad Coilover Kit
NTR-R1 FastRoad Coilover Kit w/ Standalone FAL
NTR-R1 ClubSport Coilover Kit
NTR-R1 ClubSport Coilover Kit w/ Standalone FAL
NTR-R3 FastRoad Coilover Kit
NTR-R3 FastRoad Coilover Kit w/ Standalone FAL
NTR-R3 ClubSport Coilover Kit
NTR-R3 ClubSport Coilover Kit w/ Standalone FAL
elec-TRON R1 FastRoad Coilover Kit
elec-TRON R1 FastRoad Coilover Kit w/ Standalone FAL
elec-TRON R1 ClubSport Coilover Kit
elec-TRON R1 ClubSport Coilover Kit w/ Standalone FAL
elec-TRON R3 FastRoad Coilover Kit
elec-TRON R3 ClubSport Coilover Kit
elec-TRON R3 ClubSport Coilover Kit w/ Standalone FAL

Notes

Only compatible on V6 models, does not fit models equipped with 2.0L I4 turbocharged engine
The Nitron elec-TRON DCU is included so no additional products are required
Custom spring rates also available, please contact us directly here for more information or for a consultation on custom rates
Images used for illustration purposes only. Specific details, finishes and end fittings may differ from that shown.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the elec-TRON system work alongside the R3’s manual compression adjusters? The DCU controls overall damping through the solenoid valve at 200Hz, but the high and low speed compression adjusters on the piggyback reservoirs remain fully independent and accessible. You still have manual control over the mechanical side of the setup; the elec-TRON layer works alongside it, not instead of it. Between the two you have control over both the active and mechanical sides of the damping simultaneously.
Does the FAL affect the suspension tune or the elec-TRON system in any way? No. The lift system operates independently of both the damper setup and the DCU. It does not affect spring rates, valving, or ride height when not in use. Once the front axle comes back down the car behaves exactly as it would without the FAL fitted.
What damping maps does the DCU offer? Six pre-installed maps are accessible via the rotary control switch; three passive and three adaptive. Rain, Tour, Sport, and Race cover the core driving contexts. Within whichever map is selected, the system continues making continuous adjustments automatically at 200Hz. The driver sets the overall character and the DCU handles the rest.

About Nitron Suspension

Nitron Suspension has been at the forefront of precision suspension engineering since 1998, founded by Guy Evans with the goal of building high-performance shocks for enthusiasts and professionals alike. Over 200 dealers now carry Nitron products across Europe, Asia, the US, Australasia, and Africa. In 2008, the company moved into a dedicated facility in the UK’s Motorsport Valley, adding dynamometers, 5-axis CNC machines, and 3D CAD capabilities to support both growing demand and continued product development. A second expansion came in 2023 with a new office in Murrieta, California. The team behind every Nitron product draws from deep backgrounds in machining, materials technology, hydraulics, bike engineering, and F1 racing, with many engineers bringing firsthand experience as competitive drivers and riders. That depth of knowledge across both the technical and competitive sides of motorsport shapes every product Nitron develops.

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