Buffers What it does Absorbs impact and cushions moving parts to reduce shock, noise, and wear. Smooths transitions and limits travel in mechanical systems to protect components and maintain consistent operation. Can be used for physical damping or for holding spacing between parts. Key benefits — why you need it Protects equipment: reduces damage from repeated impacts and extends service life of downstream parts. Improves performance: minimizes vibration and bounce for smoother, more predictable motion. Lowmaintenance solution: passive design that works continuously without adjustments or power. Primary attributes Function: provides impact absorption, vibration damping, and travel limiting in mechanical assemblies. Compatibility: suitable for integration into a wide range of assemblies where shock absorption or positional control is required; compatible with standard mounting methods and common mating parts. Size: available in multiple sizes to fit different stroke lengths and clearance requirements (select size based on travel and load). Material: made from durable elastomeric or polymer compounds designed for repeated compression and energy absorption. Performance: engineered to provide consistent damping across repeated cycles; performance varies by chosen size and material durometer—select the variant that matches your load and deflection needs. How it solves common problems Stops equipment from slamming into hard stops, reducing noise and preventing deformation. Dampens vibration that can cause fastener loosening, misalignment, or sensor errors. Controls endoftravel dynamics to avoid shock loads on bearings and linkages. Typical use scenarios Industrial machinery: mounted at endofstroke points on presses, conveyors, or robotic arms to cushion impacts and protect tooling. Automotive and transport: used in door closures, hatch stops, or suspension linkages to reduce noise and harshness. Consumer and furniture applications: placed under panels or lids to soften closing action and prevent rattles. Selection tips Match buffer size and material to the expected load, travel distance, and operating temperature. For higherenergy impacts, choose a denser material or a larger buffer to increase energy absorption. For lownoise, lowforce applications, choose a softer elastomer and shorter travel specification. Installation and maintenance Install with appropriate fasteners or mounting housings following the assembly's clearance and alignment requirements. Inspect periodically for signs of wear, cracking, or permanent deformation and if damping performance decreases. Reliable, straightforward protection for moving parts — use buffers wherever controlled deceleration, vibration reduction, and component protection are needed.