Buffers What it does Absorbs impact and reduces shock to protect equipment and components. Dampens vibration and limits movement to extend service life and prevent damage. Provides controlled stopping to reduce noise and improve safety. Why you need it Prevents repeated impact damage that leads to downtime and costs. Smooths operation of moving parts for more reliable performance. Reduces noise and vibration for a safer, more comfortable environment. Key benefits Protection: Minimizes wear and failure of adjoining parts. Vibration control: Lowers transmitted vibration to frames, bearings, and mounts. Noise reduction: Softens contact points to cut operating noise. Longevity: Reduces shock loads that shorten component life. Versatility: Works across many applications where impact or vibration control is required. Core attributes Function: Shock absorption, vibration isolation, impact dampening, and controlled stopping. Compatibility: Designed to be matched to the equipment's mounting pattern, stroke, and load. Select the appropriate size and material to suit your system. Size: Available in a range of dimensions for different stroke lengths and mounting configurations; choose based on the operating travel and connection requirements. Material: Common materials include elastomers (rubber, polyurethane) and combinations with metal inserts for strength; material selection determines hardness, resilience, and environmental resistance. Performance: Provides repeatable energy absorption and damping behavior when selected and installed to match load and speed conditions. Performance varies with material, size, and operating environment. Practical applications Industrial machinery: Installed at travel endpoints on presses, conveyors, and automated equipment to reduce shock and protect machine frames and tooling. Doors and closures: Used as dampers on sliding or swinging doors to soften impact, reduce noise, and prevent frame damage. Transportation and vehicles: Employed as endstops or bumpers to limit suspension travel or protect components from hard contacts. Selection tips Define the worstcase impact load, speed, and required stopping distance. Choose material based on required hardness, abrasion resistance, temperature range, and chemical exposure. Verify mounting dimensions and connection style to ensure proper fit and function. If in doubt, consult with a supplier or engineer to match buffer characteristics to system requirements. Installation and maintenance Install so the buffer takes load along its designed axis and within rated travel. Inspect periodically for wear, cracking, or material degradation and when performance declines. Maintain mating surfaces and fasteners to preserve alignment and consistent damping behavior. If you need help selecting a buffer for a particular machine, environment, or load condition, provide the operating load, travel/stroke, mounting dimensions, and expected temperature or chemical exposure so an appropriate option can be recommended.