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A metal insert keeps the polymer from bending over during impact and allows it to collapse upon itself in a precisely controlled manner. |
Leadscrew and ballscrew drives and other critical components need fail-safe protection in emergency stop and axis over-run conditions. As an alternative to rubber bumpers and hydraulic shocks, the One-Shot Emergency Shock Absorber costs only a few dollars per use. Upon impact, the device converts kinetic energy into heat as it deforms. The company uses different high-grade polymer combinations to meet various load capacities ranging from approximately 16 to 4,000 inch-lbs.
Available with thread diameters of 3/8 and 1.25-inches, the corrosion-resistant design offers a minimum service life of 10 years, and handles -13 to 122F temperature operation.
Norm MacKenzie, Enidine Inc., 7 Centre Dr., Orchard Park, NY 14127; Tel: (800) 852-8508; Fax: (716) 662-1909; E-mail: [email protected].