Classification and sorting of shock absorbers: a precise vibration isolation guide from structure to scene

As the core component for stable operation of precision equipment, the classification of shock absorbers directly determines the isolation effect and adaptability to application scenarios. This article will systematically analyze the classification logic of shock absorbers from three dimensions: structural principles, technical characteristics, and industry applications, and explore how LeadTop brand meets different scenario needs through innovative design.

1、 Classification of shock absorbers based on structural principles: rubber, air flotation, and differential vibration isolation of swing rods

Rubber shock absorbers, represented by the hollow cone rubber isolator POT-G series, absorb vibration energy through the elastic deformation of rubber molecular chains and are particularly adept at isolating mid to high frequency vibrations. Its characteristics of high damping and short recovery period can effectively reduce the risk of equipment resonance.

LeadTop’s POT-G series adopts high-tech rubber and special structural design, with a natural frequency as low as 4-8Hz and a load coverage of 50-700kg, making it the preferred choice in fields such as microscopy and optical manufacturing.

Air floating shock absorbers use compressed air to form an elastic support layer, achieving ultra-low frequency vibration isolation. The ZDT-Z series of LeadTop’s high damping air floating vibration isolator adopts ultra-thin composite airbags and multi small hole quasi laminar damping technology, with a vertical natural frequency of only 1.0-2.5Hz, a vibration isolation efficiency of 80-86% at 5Hz, and a recovery time of less than 2s.

Its automatic leveling and silent pneumatic system makes it an ideal solution for high-precision equipment such as laser interferometry and coordinate machines.

The pendulum type shock absorber combines the principle of pendulum and air flotation technology to further optimize the horizontal vibration isolation performance. The ZDT-B series of LeadTop’s swing rod air floating isolator reduces the horizontal natural frequency to 1.0-1.5Hz and maintains 1.0-2.0Hz in the vertical direction through a single swing structure.

The vertical/horizontal isolation efficiency at 5Hz reaches 86-92% and 88-94%, respectively. LeadTop’s design provides comprehensive protection for vibration sensitive devices such as microscopes and laser interferometry.

2、 Classification of shock absorbers by application scenario: customized selection from laboratory to industrial site

In laboratory settings, equipment such as microscopes and optical platforms are extremely sensitive to vibration frequency and amplitude. LeadTop’s POT-G series, with its compact structure and high damping characteristics, can quickly attenuate environmental vibrations and ensure imaging clarity; The ZDT-Z and ZDT-B series provide nanoscale stability for devices such as laser interferometers through ultra-low frequency isolation.

In industrial sites, equipment such as coordinate measuring machines and precision machining centers need to withstand greater loads and complex vibration environments. The ZDT-Z series has a large load-bearing capacity (up to several tons) and fast recovery characteristics, which can effectively isolate the equipment’s own vibration and external impact; The ZDT-B series optimizes horizontal stability through a single pendulum structure to meet high-precision machining requirements.

The classification of shock absorbers needs to take into account both structural principles and application scenarios, and LeadTop has achieved full coverage from laboratories to industrial sites through three major series: POT-G, ZDT-Z, and ZDT-B. Its innovative design and performance indicators not only define industry benchmarks, but also provide reliable guarantees for the stable operation of precision equipment.