FAQ

WRI are naturally well suited for shock isolation. Elastomeric parts can be specifically designed for severe shock and perform very well.

Elastomers are more flexible in creating custom isolator performance in multi axis systems. The WRI can also be wound differently to customize stiffness.

No, the tension stiffness is significantly greater than the compression stiffness. Also, we do not recommend that the WRI be used in tension.

Yes, our standard WRI product is made from stainless steel and aluminum. The standard product can be used successfully in most normal indoor environments. Where greater protection is required, such as exposure to salt water or corrosive chemicals, stainless steel should be considered.

In order to be able to reduce disturbing noise levels, it is very important to identify two key elements. The first element is the source of the noise. The second is the frequency of the noise.

The WRI can be used over a greater temperature range with less change in performance. Proper elastomer selection will make elastomers useful for most applications.

WRI have between 5% and 20% damping. The amount of damping is related to wire diameter and stroke. The larger the wire diameter, the more damped (and stiffer) the isolator. Damping can be less with small amplitude vibration.

This represents the six directions of movement that a vibration isolation device such as an elastomer or wire rope isolator is capable of traveling.

This represents the six directions of movement that a vibration isolation device such as an elastomer or wire rope isolator is capable of traveling.

The number following GGT represents the wire diameter in metric. The GGT1.6 series isolators use 1.6mm diameter wire.

It describes the amount of shock or vibration that a particular piece of equipment can withstand. Isolation systems are often designed to limit the transmission of forces to the fragility level of the isolated equipment.

Isolation efficiency is the percent of vibration force or motion that is not transmitted through the vibration mount.

It is the frequency at which oscillating system will vibrate if displaced from its equilibrium position and allowed to vibrate freely. Often it is described as Fn and measured in Hz(cycles per second).

When the frequency of excitation is equal to the natural frequency of a system, resonance occurs. When this happens there is amplification of the vibration input to the system and this can only be limited by the damping in the isolation system.

It is the frequency at which oscillating system will vibrate if displaced from its equilibrium position and allowed to vibrate freely. Often it is described as Fn and measured in Hz(cycles per second).

When the frequency of excitation is equal to the natural frequency of a system, resonance occurs. When this happens there is amplification of the vibration input to the system and this can only be limited by the damping in the isolation system.

Each application is dependent, but in general, we use mounting options "BB," "MB," or "MC".

Elastomers are typically better for high frequency vibration (>500 Hz). Both are well suited for mid frequency isolation (20 to 100 Hz).