Technical catalog for ACE Controls industrial shock absorbers, covering series, specifications, selection and installation.
About this manual
This catalog describes ACE Controls' self‑compensating and adjustable industrial shock absorbers, including the SC 2, Magnum Group, Heavyweight, MA and MC series. It explains the design principles, linear deceleration, and the benefits of the one‑piece closed‑end construction.
The document provides selection procedures, sizing examples for horizontal, inclined, vertical and rotary applications, model rating charts, accessories, and ordering information, helping engineers choose the right absorber for their machines.
What's inside
- General Information
- Shock Absorber Function
- Effective Weight
- Quality Construction
- Self‑Compensation
- Selection Procedure
- Sizing Examples
- Installation Examples
- Model Rating Charts
- Accessories
Specifications
| Maximum internal pressure | 14,500 psi (1000 bar) |
Frequently asked questions
How does a self‑compensating shock absorber keep deceleration linear?
The orifice profile is computer‑designed to adjust for changing effective weight, fluid viscosity, temperature and compressibility, neutralizing variations and maintaining a constant resisting force.