This research investigates a novel friction-based energy dissipation system designed to enhance structural seismic performance. Central to the design is the use of removable metallic disc bearings within the connection elements; these facilitate energy dissipation through controlled rotational frictional slip while allowing for potential replacement or material variation. The system's capacity is tunable by varying the normal force on the friction surfaces, achieved by adjusting the torque applied to a central clamping bolt using a torque wrench. This applied torque generates the normal force required for frictional moment resistance. Experimental testing evaluated the system's performance under extensive cyclic loading, comparing the consistency and energy dissipation characteristics of different friction disc materials: steel, aluminium, and copper. Connection configurations using each material were subjected to at least 40 repeated loading cycles with varying applied bolt torques (4 Nm to 20 Nm). The experiments demonstrated that the proposed system offers substantial and repeatable energy dissipation capacity. Analysis of the hysteretic behavior, moment resistance, and energy dissipation allowed identification of the optimal material choice among those tested, considering performance stability and durability over multiple cycles. This research advances the design of resilient, reconfigurable friction-based connections, offering a viable option for improving seismic resilience in structural engineering.