ACE Controls Main Catalog - ACE - #2

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ACE Controls self-compensating shock absorbers are highly engineered, fixed, multi-orifice units that decelerate moving weights smoothly regardless of changing conditions, and require no adjustment. These versatile performers offer wide effective weight ranges for handling a wider range of applications and increased velocities. As a moving load impacts the shock absorber the piston travels through the stroke and forces hydraulic fluid through the multi-orifice inner tube. The total orifice area decreases at a rate consistent with the decay of impact velocity, resulting in true linear deceleration. The versatile SC2 Series offers soft contact in combination with self-compensating performance. Soft contact is suggested when a low initial reaction force is recognized at impact. The self-compensating feature is utilized to obtain maximum energy absorption capability. The standard adjustable ACE shock absorber is based on the multiple-orifice design principle and includes a series of orifices machined along the length of a fixed inner tube. The MAGNUM® Group adjustable shock absorber, shown to the right, has a stationary metering tube, with an inner tube that rotates upon adjustment. These unique models offer dual adjustability by turning the stop collar or the hex socket adjuster at the rear. The adjustable shock absorber offers flexibility in application design and selection procedure. When an effective weight change is required, one simply adjusts the setting. The total orifice area changes, providing true linear deceleration. Adjustable models offer a wide range of effective weight. One model is capable of handling numerous applications. Self-Compensating Industrial Shock Absorber Designs Adjustable Award Winning MAGNUM® Group