Abstract: A friction device (1) for a clutch, comprising at least two opposite annular friction linings (2, 2?) each having at least one friction body attached to a support (4, 4?) and elastic means (3) arranged between the opposite supports (4, 4?) so as to allow the supports to move axially together or apart by compression or relaxation of the elastic means (3). The friction device (1) furthermore has means for limiting the axial spacing between the supports, formed by at least one stop member (15) extending axially from one support (4) to the other (4?) and disposed on the radially outer (14) or inner periphery of the supports (4, 4?).