When it comes to managing vibration in equipment, two approaches are possible. These are damping and isolation. While the selection of an isolator has its benefits, it is often better to install vibration damping mounts to control the problem.
What Is a Vibration Damping Mount?
A vibration damping mount is a form of or anti-vibration mount. The other form of vibration control is vibration isolation. Isolation reduces the frequency while damping devices can reduce and manage the potential risks caused by the vibratory elements within the machinery by absorbing the natural frequency of the equipment.
These devices are available in diverse sizes, shapes and mounting configurations. This variety ensures industries can address the specific and even unique demands of their equipment and systems. Typically, the devices are composed of rubber, which helps increase their ability to reduce the transmission of vibrations.
Selecting the Right Vibration Damping Mount
Before deciding to install a vibration damping mount, it is important to consider several major qualities of the vibration. These are:
1. Causes of vibration
2. Frequency at issue
It is also important to consider the environment in which the mount will reside and perform. Consider such aspects as size, shape, and overall workspace. By understanding these aspects, you can then move forward, selecting the right type, size, and shape
Vibration Damping Mounts
Vibrations are a common problem associated with the operation and continuous running of many types of machinery and equipment. Equipment has its own natural vibration. However, the various circuits, components and other connective, connecting and related parts may rub together setting into motion higher levels of vibration. If not addressed appropriately, it can result in significant damage to the equipment and production.
Vibration damping mounts are integral to ensuring this does not happen. They dampen the capabilities. They can both reduce and manage the frequency level. The result – protection of the machines, production levels and the workforce.
