Mechanical Isolation Part 2
Mechanical Isolation Part 2
ISOLATION
PART 2
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Wetherill Park NSW 2164 Pad Mounts
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E: gpensw@embelton.com 10 Pad Mounts Selection Guide
Rubber Mounts
QUEENSLAND
Isolation Hangers
MECHANICAL ISOLATION
CHOICE OF ISOLATOR
Economic and effective solutions to a wide range of vibration
control problems can be achieved by correct selection from the
INDIVIDUAL SPRING MOUNT SPRING MOUNT UNDER range of Embelton equipment, which includes:
DEFLECTION
• Pad Mounts – Rubber and cork/rubber combinations
•
Air Mounts – Air-inflated elastomeric bellows sandwiched
between metal plates INERTIA BASE PIPING SUPPORT
•
Isolation Hangers – Rubber, rubber/spring, and spring
elements
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MECHANICAL ISOLATION EFFICIENCY CHART MECHANICAL ISOLATION SELECTION GUIDE
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Factories, warehouses, Schools, stores, hotels, Offices, hospitals, churches, Hospital wards, studios,
DISTURBING FREQUENCY CYCLES PER MINUTE workshops, garages, etc supermarkets, etc restaurants, etc theatres, libraries, etc
This chart illustrates the theoretical relationship between the percentage isolation required; then move horizontally left This chart provides a selection guide for isolator type according For rubber and pad mounts, the values have been corrected
isolation efficiency, disturbing frequency and static deflection and read the dynamic natural frequency, or right to read the to given values of operating speed, and suggested levels of for average rubber hardness to approximate selections based
(or dynamic natural frequency) for a simple isolation system static deflection required of the mount. isolation efficiency in certain operating locations. on dynamic natural frequency (please refer to the Isolation
on a rigid foundation. It is also grouped into zones suggesting Efficiency Chart on page 6).
isolation efficiency ranges appropriate to different applications. It is sufficient to use static deflection to select the correct Two values for each isolation efficiency are given, one for
isolator for spring mounted systems; but for rubber and pad basement or on-grade installations, the other for upper level This chart is meant as a general guide only and selections should
To use the chart, determine the lowest rotation speed of the mounts, selection should be made on the basis of dynamic installations where some allowance is made for flexibility of the be made based on the properties listed in the Datasheets.
equipment and consider this to be the disturbing frequency. natural frequency. supporting structure.
Move vertically to intersect the diagonal line corresponding to
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MECHANICAL ISOLATION SELECTION GUIDE MECHANICAL ISOLATION SELECTION GUIDE
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PAD MOUNTS SELECTION GUIDE PAD MOUNTS SELECTION GUIDE
Pad mounts are a low cost isolator, effective for machinery and SELECTING THE CORRECT PAD MOUNT
equipment with higher disturbing frequencies such as small
Determine the load the pads are to support and assess the area
airconditioners, business machines, machine tools, etc. Pad
available for the pad under the equipment. Using the Isolation CORKRIB PAD FLATBACK
mounts are also an effective isolator of impact.
Efficiency Chart on page 6, obtain the natural frequency required, Load Range: 75-350kPa Load Range: 75-500kPa
and select the pad and number of layers using the graphs shown Static Deflection: 3.5mm Static Deflection: 1.8mm
Shearflex, Supershearflex and Corkrib are the standard
on each Datasheet.
Embelton pad mounts, offering static deflection up to 3.5mm.
Multiple pad layers, assembled with metal plates, can be used
to offer higher static deflection. All pad mounts can be bonded
to flexplates where load spreading is required, or where the SHEARFLEX
machine base is provided with leveling screws. Corkrib has a
flatback option when it must be bonded on one side to a flat
surface. Corkrib also offers good damping properties.
SUPERSHEARFLEX
450x450 / 50x75
Shearflex 130-750 > 2,000 10.5 with 12mm centre SFLEX
hole
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PAD MOUNTS DATASHEET CKRIB
APPLICATION
Corkrib is used where a pad mount is required for the effective
isolation of noise and vibration from equipment with speeds
down to the order of 2,200 RPM, and for applications where some CORKRIB ALTERNATELY RAISED RIBS
degree of damping is needed. Typically used on airconditioners,
business machines, transformers, pumps, machine tools, metal
OPTIONS
punches, presses, cooling towers, etc.
• T he thickness and specification of cork material maybe varied
FEATURES on request
• Available as preassembled sizes in Flexplate configurations
• Comes in a standard size of 100x100x25mm • Can be supplied in a sheet size of 500x500x25mm
• Made from a layer of polyurethane bonded cork, sandwiched
between two layers of rubber pad (Flatback); unloaded LOAD RANGE
thickness 25mm
Standard 100x100x25mm Corkrib pads will provide effective
• Cross-ribbed upper and lower non-skid faces which usually
noise and vibration isolation through a load range of 75 to 350
eliminate the need for bolting down
kPa. Recommended steady load of 350kg and impact load of
• Alternately raised ribs
230kg with corresponding static deflections up to 3.4mm.
• Maybe used in multiple layers with steel or aluminium shim
spacers to increase isolation efficiency DYNAMIC CHARACTERISTICS
• High damping factor, C/Cc = 0.2
Cork/rubber pads differ from spring mounts in that the isolation
efficiency is a function not only of deflection, but also of
Static Deflection the rubber hardness (durometer) and cork density. Isolation
4 efficiency is usually less than indicated by static deflection
Corkrib
3.5 Flatback alone.
Static Deflection (mm)
3
For effective assessment of theoretical isolation efficiency, the
2.5
graph showing theoretical dynamic fn against load should be
2
used at all times.
1.5
1 ALTERNATELY RAISED RIBS
0.5
This feature provides effective vibration isolation over the entire
0 load range. Only the alternate ribs are engaged under light loads,
0 100 200 300 400 500 600
allowing improved isolation.
Load (kPa)
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Natural Frequency All Embelton offices can provide detailed technical assistance on
35 the use of this product in specific applications.
Corkrib
Theoretical Dynamic fn (Hz)
30 Flatback
CONDITIONS OF SALE
25
These products are sold subject to the published Embelton
20 General Conditions of Sale, copies of which maybe inspected
15 on request.
10
5
SPECIFICATION
0
0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 Vibration isolation pads shall be 25mm thick laminated cork
and rubber, consisting of a 13mm thick anti-vibration cork core
Load (kPa) bonded between sheets of 6mm thick cross-ribbed, oil-resistant
rubber pads having alternately raised ribs. The pads shall be type
Corkrib as supplied by Embelton.
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PAD MOUNTS DATASHEET SFLEX PAD MOUNTS DATASHEET SFLEX
FEATURES
MULTIPLE LAYERS FLEXPLATE TYPE A FLEXPLATE TYPE B
• Unloaded thickness 10.5mm OPTIONS
Shearflex can be used in multiple layers to increase deflection,
• Cross-ribbed, non-skid faces which usually eliminate the • A vailable in alternative elastomers, including nitrile, for each layer separated by a 1.5mm metal shim plate. Up to six
need for bolting down special order layers can be used, provided that the height of the stack is not
• Alternately raised ribs • Available in pre-assembled sizes in multiple layer or Flexplate greater than either the length or width. If more than six layers are
• Maybe used in multiple layers with steel or aluminium shim configurations needed, contact Embelton for technical advice.
spacers to increase isolation efficiency • Alternative pad mounts available include Flatback (neoprene W L
• Two load ratings available - standard (red) and heavy duty pad, ribbed on one side); and Corkrib (cork sandwiched
(black) between two layers of Flatback). Refer to individual H
Datasheets.
LOAD RANGE
FLEXPLATE TYPE C FLEXPLATE DIMENSIONS
Static Deflection Standard Shearflex pads will provide effective noise and
3 vibration isolation though a load range of 130 to 500kPa.
Standard
Recommended load for most applications is 250 to 450kPa. Shearflex Flexplate
2.5 Heavy Duty
Heavy duty Shearflex pads have a useful load range of 200
Static Deflection (mm)
to 750kPa. Recommended
2 Dimensions mm **
Load kg
SHEARFLEX PAD LAYERED
Type
1.5 DYNAMIC CHARACTERISTICS Impact H
Steady L W
* A B C
1 Rubber pads differ from spring mounts in that the isolation
FLEXPLATE APPLICATION A, B, C-25 125 80 50 50
efficiency is a function not only of deflection, but also of the
0.5
rubber hardness (durometer). Isolation efficiency is usually less Flexplates are used in applications where high point loads A, B, C-56 280 190 75 75 22 16 20
0 than indicated by static deflection alone. necessitate some load spreading; or where the machine base is A, B, C-100 500 335 100 100
0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 provided with leveling screws. A, B, C-150 760 500 150 100
For effective assessment of theoretical isolation efficiency, the
Load (kPa) graph showing dynamic frequency against load should be used A, B, C-225 1,150 770 150 150 22 16 23
FLEXPLATE DESIGN
at all times. A, B, C-300 1,500 1,000 200 150
Three designs are available:
A, B, C-400 2,000 1,330 200 200
Natural Frequency ALTERNATELY RAISED RIBS 26 20 26
TYPE A: Used where no bolting is required. Combines a layer of A, B, C-500 2,500 1,650 250 200
45 This feature provides effective vibration isolation over the entire Shearflex bonded to a load-spreading steel plate topped with a
Heavy Duty
40 Standard
load range. Only the alternate ribs are engaged under light loads, non-skid layer of oil-resistant, ribbed rubber. * Used for hammers, shears, punch presses, mills, etc.
Theoretical Dynamic fn (Hz)
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PAD MOUNTS DATASHEET SSFLEX PAD MOUNTS DATASHEET SSFLEX
Red
20
Green
Black
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FLEXPLATE TYPE A FLEXPLATE TYPE B FLEXPLATE TYPE C FLEXPLATE DIMENSIONS
10
0
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 Recommended Load kg Dimensions mm **
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RUBBER MOUNTS SELECTION GUIDE RUBBER MOUNTS SELECTION GUIDE
Rubber mounts are an efficient low cost option offering a SELECTING THE CORRECT RUBBER MOUNTS
reasonable degree of isolation efficiency. Rubber mounts come in
single or double deflection and are effective isolators in standard Calculate rubber mount colour according to equipment's
non-critical applications. weight. Determine machine's RPM and use the Isolation
Efficiency Chart to work out the dynamic natural frequency
For more critical applications consideration should be given to required, according to the desired isolation efficiency. NR1 NR2 NR3 NR4
using spring or air mounts. Load Range: 17-80kg Load Range: 70-250kg Load Range: 145-500kg Load Range: 380-1,300kg
Next, refer to the Rubber Mount Selection Guide to determine
the static deflection required, depending on the Dynamic Static Deflection: 5mm Static Deflection: 6mm Static Deflection: 6mm Static Deflection: 6mm
Factor of the rubber mount to be used.
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15 0%
70%
90% 80%
90%
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95% 95%
97% NRD1 NRD2 NRD3 NRD4
97% Load Range: 17-80kg Load Range: 70-250kg Load Range: 145-500kg Load Range: 380-1,300kg
98%
98% Static Deflection:8mm Static Deflection: 10mm Static Deflection: 12mm Static Deflection: 12mm
5
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30
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RUBBER MOUNTS DATASHEET NR RUBBER MOUNTS DATASHEET NR
APPLICATION CONSTRUCTION
G - tapped
Used where a low cost mount is required for effective isolation A Material: Black filled natural rubber; UV and ozone inhibited.
hole
of noise and vibration from equipment with speeds of 1,000 RPM Metal components are corrosion protected and embedded in the
upwards. 2x K elastomer.
holes
• Pumps and fans
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS
• Generator sets Free
Height Axial Loads: See Table – Load/deflection is close to linear from
• General industrial equipment
H
• Mobile equipment E 10% to 100% loads.
• Electrical transformers
• Packaged air conditioning equipment D Shear Loads: Shear/axial stiffness;
L W NRB MOBILE MOUNT ASSEMBLY
NR series = 0.3; NRD series = 0.2.
FEATURES
Creep: Maximum 4% deflection per decade of time (ref 1 minute).
• to 12mm static deflection
5
NR / NRD
• Threaded top insert
DYNAMIC CHARACTERISTICS
• Non-skid ribbed base
h
• Colour coded load range Rubber mounts differ from spring mounts in that the natural
• Working Temperature Range -50 oC + 105oC frequency is a function not only of deflection, but also of the Cutaway shown
rubber hardness (durometer).
OPTIONS BRACKET MOUNT ASSEMBLY INACCESSIBLE
The natural frequency is usually greater than indicated by static
• M oulded in alternative elastomers (special order) deflection alone. For effective assessment of natural frequency,
• Internal plates can be supplied in stainless steel multiply natural frequency obtained from static deflection by the
• Can be supplied with leveling bolt for the NR3, NRD3 dynamic factor given in the table.
(see NRL picture)
• Can be supplied with oil caps INSTALLATION
• NL Mount option (through hole in top plate)
Type NR mounts are designed to carry the load on the full surface
NRL MOUNT of the top face. The tapped centre hole must only be used for
bolting down equipment to the isolator, and not as a jacking point
for leveling. If leveling is necessary this can be done with the NRL
option (see NRL picture on left). BRACKET BRACKET MOUNT
NR / NRD PRODUCT GUIDE MOUNT ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY NO BOLT
BOLTING DOWN
Max Stat. Defl. Height (H) Where bolting is required, washers should be used and the
Dynamic L W D A G K E TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Type Colour Load NR NRD NR NRD manufacturers recommended bolt torque not exceeded.
Factor mm mm mm mm Dia mm mm
kg mm mm mm mm For installations with limited access to the top hole, a metal
All Embelton offices can provide detailed technical assistance on
Blue 17 1.0 thread screw can be threaded up through the bottom of the
the use of this product in specific applications.
NR1 White 25 1.0
M10
mount (see table for thread size). Care must be taken to ensure
or Red 40 1.2 5 8 28 35 80 45 60 36 8.5 5 that clearance under the screw head (h) exceeds the design
NRD1 Green 55 1.3
(NL Ø12) CONDITIONS OF SALE
Yellow 80 1.4 deflection of the mount.
These products are sold subject to the published Embelton
White 70 1.1 MOBILE MOUNTING General Conditions of Sale, copies of which maybe inspected
NR2
Red 100 1.2 M10 on request.
or 6 10 32 44 98 60 76 45 8.5 6
NRD2
Green 160 1.4 (NL Ø12) A restraining bolt is recommended for mobile and marine
Yellow 250 1.5
applications to control inertia forces. SPECIFICATION
White 145 1.2 Mobile Mounts are coded NRB1 to NRB4 and have the same load Rubber mounts, colour coded for identification of load capacity,
NR3
Red 200 1.3 M12 deflection characteristics as the stationary mounts (NR1 to NR4).
or 6 12 44 72 140 85 104 68 14 7 shall have a minimum deflection under rated load of 5mm,
Green 300 1.4 (NL Ø14)
NRD3 incorporating separate steel top and base plates completely
Yellow 500 1.6 It is recommended that for mobile use, mounts be loaded under
static conditions to only 60% of maximum rated capacity. embedded in the elastomer. They shall have non-skid mount
Blue 380 1.2 surfaces to make bolting down generally unnecessary although
NR4
White 580 1.4 M16 bolt holes are to be incorporated. They will be type NR (NRD) as
or 6 12 46 76 166 110 128 100 14 9
Red 850 1.5 (NL Ø18)
NRD4
Green 1,300 1.6
supplied by Embelton.
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RUBBER MOUNTS DATASHEET SM RUBBER MOUNTS DATASHEET SM
Stud Mounts SM
General Purpose Rubber Isolator
APPLICATION
Stud mounts are used for the mounting of small fans or pumps,
T
G
small control panels, lightweight equipment in racks, and motors
L
on pressure blasters.
T STUDS
T
FEATURES G
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AIR MOUNTS SELECTION GUIDE AIR MOUNTS SELECTION GUIDE
AIR MOUNTS
Air mounts, made from low permeability rubber, offer the SELECTING THE CORRECT AIR MOUNTS AIR MOUNT SELECTION GUIDE
highest isolation efficiency, and are used in the most critical
Refer to the Isolator Selection Guide on page 6-7 to obtain 5
applications, such as hospitals, research laboratories, and
the Theoretical Natural Frequency, then select the air mount
music auditoriums. They are less versatile than spring or rubber 4.5
required according to equipment load.
mounts as they require access for periodic maintenance, but
1.5
0.5
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
1400
1600
1800
2000
2200
2400
2600
2800
3000
3200
3400
3600
3800
4000
4200
4400
0
EMBELTON EM MOUNTS SUPPORTING MECHANICAL Load - kg
EQUIPMENT ON AN INERTIA BLOCK
EM-1 AM-1
EM-2 AM-3
EM-3 AM-4
EM-4 AM-6
EM-5
EM-6
EM-7
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AIR MOUNTS DATASHEET EM AIR MOUNTS DATASHEET EM
GENERAL NOTES
1. D o not use Embelton EM Air Mounts under static loads
Vibration Performance Under Load greater than the rated maximum load.
2. Do not inflate air mounts without equipment weight on top
Dynamic Natural Frequency (Hz)
6 of mount.
EM-1,2
5 EM-3,4,5,6, 7 3. Do not exceed the maximum pressure given in the table.
4. Do not remove equipment weight without first deflating
4
air mounts.
3 5. Adjust height of air mount to provide level within ± 5mm for
equipment to be supported.
2
6. Air mount natural frequency when fully deflated is
1 approximately 10Hz.
7. Ratio of vertical stiffness to lateral stiffness for the air mount
0
is approximately 1:1.
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
8. While the air mounts have very low gas permeability, all air
Air Pressure (PSI) mounts lose pressure over time. For this reason it is important
to make sure that the valve is in an accessible area and an air
supply is available.
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AIR MOUNTS DATASHEET AM AIR MOUNTS DATASHEET AM
Vertical
Max Height H
Natural W
Type Load (Design)
Frequency mm
kg mm
Hz
(3) Non Return
AM1 1,250 1.4 - 1.5 210 285 (3) Non return Valves
valves (6) Air Mounts Air Supply
AM2 1,250 1.1 - 1.2 210 360 (4) Air mounts Air Supply
(3) Levelling
(1) Non return Valves
valve (1) Non Return (1) Non Return
Valve Valves
(4) Air Mounts (6) Air (3) Levelling
Air Supply Air Supply
mounts Valves Air Supply (8) Air
(3) Levelling
Valves Mounts
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ISOLATION HANGERS SELECTION GUIDE ISOLATION HANGERS SELECTION GUIDE
Selection of resilient hangers is an integral part of the total SELECTING THE CORRECT ISOLATION HANGER
isolation system design, and the deflection of hangers for pipes
Refer to the Isolator Selection Guide on page 6-7 to obtain the
and ductwork immediate to the equipment should be similar to
necessary static deflection, then select the isolation hanger
the isolators supporting the equipment.
required according to equipment load. For isolation hangers
using only rubber elements, the dynamic factor also needs to be
Embelton has a range of rubber and spring/rubber combination
taken into account.
isolation hangers, selection of which depends on the type of
application, and deflection required. Embelton also offers
expansion control hangers where vertical movement can be RH SHS SH SHW SHLD
experienced through thermal variations. Load Range: 17-1,300kg Load Range: 10-200kg Load Range: 50-550kg Load Range: 200-1,150kg Load Range: 6-55kg
Stat Defl: 5-12mm Stat Defl: 15-33mm Stat Defl: 23-40mm Stat Defl: 24-33mm Stat Defl: 50mm
ISOLATION HANGERS SELECTION GUIDE
DISTURBING
STATIC DEFLECTION LOAD RANGE
PRODUCT ELEMENT TYPE FREQUENCY DATASHEET
mm kg
RPM
ISOLATION HANGERS
For support of piping and ductwork running from mechanical equipment
RH / RHD 5-12 RUBBER 17-1,300 > 1,000 RH
SHLD 50 6-55
SPRING > 500 SHD
SHWD RSHS RSH RSHW RSHWD
SHWD 40-50 50-350
Load Range: 50-350kg Load Range: 10-200kg Load Range: 50-550kg Load Range: 200-1,150kg Load Range: 50-350kg
RSHS 20-34 10-200 Stat Defl: 40-50mm Stat Defl: 20-34mm Stat Defl: 29-41mm Stat Defl: 29-37mm Stat Defl: 45-55mm
RSH 29-41 SPRING & RUBBER 50-550 > 700 RSH
RSHWD 45-55 SPRING & RUBBER 50-350 > 500 RSHWD EXPANSION SPRING RUBBER
RSHD 55 SPRING & RUBBER 65-1,000 > 500 RSHD CONTROL HANGERS HANGER ELEMENTS HANGER ELEMENTS
EXPANSION CONTROL HANGERS
To support piping where considerable vertical movement is experienced through thermal variations
KDXSS
EHL-90 - EHL-96 84-114 20-250 Load Range: 50-143kg
Stat Defl: 25mm
EHL-97 - EHL-100 60-84 SPRING 300-650 N/A EH
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ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET RH ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET RH
32 33
ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET SH ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET SH
34 35
ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET SHD ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET SHD
H L W D G (max)
Type
mm mm mm mm mm
36 37
ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET RSH ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET RSH
• S pring deflection scale and pointer plate. RSH-96 250 34 8.9 Red -
• Pre-compressed spring (suffix P in type code). RSH-97 300 34 10.7 Green -
• Double deflection rubber element (RDSHS, RDSH or RDSHW). RSH-98 400 30 16.0 Grey -
RSHS / RSH / RSHW RSH-99 550 29 23.9 Orange -
DESIGN
Outer Inner
RSH hangers incorporate a steel spring and separate rubber
RSHW-400 200 37 6.1 Black - Upper rod
acoustical isolating element mounted in a steel cage. Springs not supplied
RSHW-421 254 37 7.7 Black Black
used in RSH hangers are designed with a horizontal to vertical
stiffness ratio of between 0.9 and 1.1 at rated load; ratio of spring RSHW-422 275 37 8.3 Black Blue
RSHS / RSH / RSHW Dimensions
diameter to loaded height minimum 0.8; and a rated maximum RSHW-423 300 37 9.1 Black Yellow
operating deflection of 2/3 deflection to solid. RSHW-425 380 34 12.7 Black Red
øG
H L W D A RSHW-1000 450 30 18.0 Green -
Type (max)
ACOUSTICAL ISOLATION mm mm mm mm mm
mm RSHW-1021 480 30 19.2 Green Black
Although steel spring mounts provide particularly effective SINGLE DEFLECTION RSHW-1023 510 30 20.4 Green Yellow
isolation of mechanical vibration, the spring itself, depending
RSHS 86 170 75 65 35 12 RSHW-1024 550 30 22.0 Green Green
on its physical geometry, may transmit certain audible level
RSH 92-96 123 210 95 90 40 16 RSHW-1025 580 30 24.8 Green Red
frequencies. Lower rod,
RSH 97-99 132 210 95 90 53 20 RSHW-1026 690 30 27.6 Green White nut and washer
In RSH hangers, spring transmission of most audible frequencies supplied on 75
RSHW 400-1628 129 280 128 100 55 20 RSHW-1600 775 30 31.0 Grey - pre-compressed
is effectively minimised by the use of a separate rubber element version
mounted in the top of the hanger cage. These elements are DOUBLE DEFLECTION RSHW-1622 820 30 32.8 Grey Blue
selected for an average deflection of 5mm at rated load so that, RDSHS 86 170 75 65 48 12 RSHW-1624 875 30 35.0 Grey Green
for type RSH, the theoretical isolation of audible frequencies is RDSH 92-96 123 210 95 90 53 16 RSHW-1626 1,000 30 40.0 Grey White
RSHW PRE-COMPRESSED
generally better than 98.5%. For full dynamic performance of the RDSH 97-99 132 210 95 90 80 16 RSHW-1627 1,100 30 44.0 Grey Orange
element, refer to Datasheet RHE.
RDSHW 400-1628 129 280 128 100 87 26 RSHW-1628 1,150 29 47.9 Grey Grey
Grey /
RSHW-1731 1,275 25 63.8 Orange
Yellow
DEFLECTION SCALES
Pointer plates and deflection scales, indicating spring deflection
only, can be fitted as an optional extra.
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ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET RSH
HANGER SELECTION
When selecting hangers, it is recommended that a safety factor
of 10-20% is applied to the calculated mass of equipment to
avoid overloading of any hanger. If maximum rated deflections
are required, then equipment should be weighed and an accurate
assessment of point loads made.
INSTALLATION
1. P iping or equipment should be hung at its proper elevation by
using temporary fixtures that can be removed after hangers
are installed and adjusted.
2. For best results, hangers should be at or near the ceiling.
When used for pipe support with little or no longitudinal
expansion, cages maybe hard bolted to the support point.
3. Ensure the structural support point is vertically above the
centre of the pipe or equipment support point.
4. To load the spring, turn the upper nut on the lower rod
clockwise.
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
All Embelton offices can provide detailed technical assistance on
the use of this product in specific applications.
CONDITIONS OF SALE
These products are sold subject to the published Embelton
General Conditions of Sale, copies of which maybe inspected
on request.
SPECIFICATION
Resilient piping or equipment supports shall incorporate a stable
steel spring capable of up to 25mm rated static deflection,
housed in a heavy duty steel cage. Springs shall have a minimum
additional travel of 50% rated deflection to solid. Acoustical
isolation must be achieved by use of a separate resilient rubber
element of deflection 5mm incorporated into the steel hanger.
They shall be type RSH as supplied by Embelton.
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ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET RSHWD ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET RSHWD
ACOUSTICAL ISOLATION
CONDITIONS OF SALE
Although steel spring mounts provide particularly Max Static Spring Spring Colours
Type Load Deflection Constant These products are sold subject to the published Embelton
effective isolation of mechanical vibration, the spring itself, kg mm kg/mm Stripe 1 Stripe 2 General Conditions of Sale, copies of which maybe inspected
depending on its physical geometry, may transmit certain
RSHWD-33 50 55 1.0 White - on request.
audible level frequencies.
RSHWD-34 75 55 1.5 Violet -
In RSHWD hangers, spring transmission of most audible
RSHWD-35 110 55 2.2 Yellow -
frequencies is effectively minimised by the use of a separate
RSHWD-36 150 55 3.0 Brown - SPECIFICATION
rubber element mounted in the top of the hanger cage. These
elements are selected for an average deflection of 5mm at rated RSHWD-37 200 55 4.0 Orange - Resilient piping or equipment supports shall incorporate a stable
load so that, for type RSHWD, the theoretical isolation of audible RSHWD-38 250 55 5.0 Orange Black Lower rod, steel spring capable of up to 50mm rated static deflection,
nut and washer 75
frequencies is generally better than 98%. For full dynamic RSHWD-39 350 45 8.8 Orange Green supplied on housed in a heavy duty steel cage. Springs shall have a minimum
pre-compressed
performance of the element, refer to Datasheet RHE. version only additional travel of 50% rated deflection to solid. Acoustical
RSHWD Dimensions isolation must be achieved by use of a separate resilient rubber
element of deflection 5mm incorporated into the steel hanger.
øG They shall be type RSHWD as supplied by Embelton.
H L W D A
Type (max) RSHWD PRE-COMPRESSION
mm mm mm mm mm
mm
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ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET RSHD ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET RSHD
øG RSHD PRE-COMPRESSED
H L W D A DEFLECTION SCALES
Type (max)
mm mm mm mm mm
mm Pointer plates and deflection scales, indicating spring deflection
RSHD - SINGLE DEFLECTION only, can be fitted as an optional extra.
50-52 175 340 140 110 65 20
HANGER SELECTION
520-53 186 340 140 110 65 20
530-553 186 340 140 110 65 26 When selecting hangers, it is recommended that a safety factor
of 10-20% is applied to the calculated mass of equipment to
RDSHD - DOUBLE DEFLECTION
avoid overloading of any hanger. If maximum rated deflections
50-52 175 340 140 110 92 20
are required, then equipment should be weighed and an accurate
520-53 186 340 140 110 92 20 assessment of point loads made.
530-553 186 340 140 110 92 26
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ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET EH ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET EH
APPLICATION VIBRATION ISOLATION Preliminary selection of the EH-97 hanger (load capacity 300kg
G Hole
max with spring rate of 3.6kg/mm) will give rise to deflections
For the support of piping where considerable vertical movement These hangers are not fully vibration isolating since the higher
as follows:
is experienced through thermal variations, allowing minimal frequency signals will be transmitted through the cage via
transfer of loads to anchor points. The EH hanger is generally the spring locators and lower hanger rod. For a high degree of Static deflection due to mass of full riser =220/3.6 =61mm
used on risers in multi-storey buildings and in high temperature isolation in the audible band, a second isolating hanger must be
Imposed deflection due to expansion =21mm
piping systems. placed in series with the EH range (see series RH and RSH) or a
(at hanger furthest from anchor)
fully isolating hanger of the type RSH used instead.
Total=82mm
FEATURES
MISALIGNMENT CAPABILITY With a rated deflection of 84mm, the EHL-97 hanger is
• Heavy duty steel cage designed to support the spring through L
therefore suitable.
special locators – the spring coils cannot touch the cage Being a guided spring type hanger, horizontal misalignments
• High deflection for minimal load transfer with thermal greater than 2 degrees will induce bending on the lower hanger NOTE:
variations rod. For installation, ensure the structural support point and 1. In the above example, thermal expansion of the pipe
• 50% overload capacity attachment point to pipe are in a line parallel to the direction imposes a further load at each hanger pair in proportion to
• Springs completely interchangeable of movement. For piping where a large degree of misalignment its distance from the anchor – due to incremental spring
• Deflection scale and pointer occurs, the top fastening must be allowed to pivot using either a deflection at that point.
spherical seating washer or spherical rod end and clevis.
The pair closest to the anchor will deflect 4.2mm; second
OPTION pair 8.4mm; third pair 12.6mm; fourth pair 16.8mm; fifth
PRE-COMPRESSION (suffix P in type code)
• C
an be supplied pre-compressed to client’s requirements pair 21mm.
(suffix P in type code) W To aid installation, the hanger maybe supplied with the spring
H D Therefore the total (upwards) load imposed on the anchor
pre-compressed. The standard pre-compression setting is 50%
G Rod due to the thermal expansion is:
DESIGN of rated load. In this way the hanger can act as a rigid connection
2 x (4.2 + 8.4 + 12.6 + 16.8 + 21) x 3.6 x 9.8 = 4,445N
to facilitate installation, the pre-compression nut must be
The hanger cage is constructed so that springs can be removed backed off fully to allow the lower rod to move upwards when 2. W
here the reference anchor is central to the riser,
and replaced, thus facilitating weatherproofing (in component EHL / EHD necessary during operation. thermal movement will reduce deflections and hanger
form) and allowing load capacity changes on site if required. A loadings above the anchor, in turn offsetting the greater
series of springs with special locators provide both versatility in EHL / EHD PRODUCT GUIDE DEFLECTION SCALE loadings at points below the anchor.
application and protection for the coils – the spring coils cannot
run on the side of the cage in operation. A deflection scale is fitted as standard.
Max Static Spring Spring Colours TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Type Load Deflection Constant
Each spring used conforms to a horizontal to vertical stiffness kg mm kg/mm Stripe 1 Stripe 2 ADJUSTMENT All Embelton offices can provide detailed technical assistance on
ratio of between 0.7 and 1.1 at rated load, a ratio of diameter to the use of this product in specific applications.
EHL-90 20 114 0.18 Violet - For this type of hanger, the piping system designer should
loaded height minimum 0.8 and a rated maximum operating provide a tabulation of attachment point number, hanger type,
EHL-91 35 105 0.33 Violet Black CONDITIONS OF SALE
deflection of 2/3 deflection to solid. maximum rated load, maximum rated deflection, deflection due
EHL-92 50 99 0.5 Yellow -
to mass – pipe empty, displacement due to mass – pipe full, These products are sold subject to the published Embelton
EHL-93 100 99 1 Brown -
expansion (contraction) deflection and final operating deflection. General Conditions of Sale, copies of which maybe inspected
EHL-94 150 90 1.7 Blue - on request.
EH Dimensions
EHL-95 200 90 2.2 Black - The installer must check that loads and deflections on hangers
EHL-96 250 84 3 Red - at each stage of installation do not significantly depart from
H L W D G (max) those stated. Any variations at the ‘pipe full’ stage must be
Type
mm mm mm mm mm
EHL-97 300 84 3.6 Green - SPECIFICATION
corrected prior to the system operating.
EHL-98 400 75 5.3 Grey -
Piping expansion hangers shall be of the guided spring type with
EHL-90 to 96 100 400 78 74 M16 EHL-99 550 69 8 Orange - HANGER SELECTION EXAMPLE a 50% overload capacity. The hangers shall be fully corrosion
EHL-97 to 100 100 400 78 74 M20 EHL-100 650 60 10.8 Orange Black protected and shall have the facility to allow the changing of
A typical 30m long x 200mm diameter steel hot water riser may
EHD-52 to 53 100 425 120 118 M20 Outer Inner springs. They should be of type EH as supplied by Embelton.
operate at 85°C. If normal ambient temperature is 25°C, total
EHD-531 to 593 100 425 120 118 M24 EHD-52 225 100 2.3 Red - change in length due to the temperature variation would be
EHD-520 295 100 3 Red Blue 21mm. If 5 pairs of hangers equally spaced are used to support
EHD-521 350 100 3.5 Red Black the pipe, the total weight of 2,200kg can be considered to be
EHD-53 450 100 4.5 Green -
equally shared by the 10 hangers, i.e. 220kg each, under ambient
temperature conditions.
EHD-531 575 100 5.8 Green Black
EHD-551 775 100 7.8 Grey Black If a rigid reference anchor is used at the top of the pipe,
expansion of the pipe with increasing temperature (downwards)
EHD-552 900 100 9 Grey Red
will increase deflection of the hanger pairs in proportion to their
EHD-553 1,000 100 10 Grey Green
distance from the anchor.
EHD-593 1,115 90 12.4 Orange Green
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ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET RHE ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET RHE
48 49
4 3 2 1
ISOLATION HANGERS 4 3
DATASHEET KDX 2 1
ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET KDX
F F
F F
B KDX-94 B
DO NOT SCALE DRAWING REVISION
DIMENSIONS ARE IN MILLIMETERS BREAK SHARP
SURFACE FINISH:
TOLERANCES:
EDGES
150 30 5.0 Blue -
LINEAR:
H A D ANGULAR: G (max)
Type UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED: FINISH: DEBURR AND
DO NOT SCALE DRAWING REVISION KDX-95 200 30 6.7 Black -
mm mm mm mm SIGNATURE
NAME DATE DIMENSIONS
TITLE:ARE IN MILLIMETERS
SURFACE FINISH:
BREAK SHARP
EDGES
DRAWN TOLERANCES:
Isolated LINEAR:
Free KDX-96 250 28 8.9 Red -
KDXSS CHK'D
Hole ANGULAR:
APPV'D Height
16 A A
NAME SIGNATURE DATE TITLE:
50-75 72 40 MFG 10 DRAWN H KDX-97 300 28 10.7 Green -
MATERIAL: DWG NO.
TV717-55 KDXSS-75
Q.A
CHK'D A4
120-143 87 50 16 10 APPV'D
KDX-98 400 25 16.0 Grey -
KDXS 84 60 30 12 WEIGHT: A MFG
SCALE:1:2 SHEET 1 OF 1
KDX-99
A 550 23 23.9 Orange -
MATERIAL: DWG NO.
TV717-55 KDXSS-75
Q.A
4 3 2 1 A4
KDX SERIES KDX-100 650 20 32.5 Orange Black
WEIGHT: SCALE:1:2 SHEET 1 OF 1
92-96 113 80 40 16
Moulded 4 3D 2 1 KDXW-400 200 33 6.1 Black -
97-100 125 80 40 20 Rubber Base
A KDXW-421 254 33 7.7 Black Black
KDXW 144 99 40 20
KDXS / KDX DIMENSIONS KDXW-422 275 33 8.3 Black Blue
KDXW DIMENSIONS
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ISOLATION HANGERS DATASHEET KDX
DESIGN
Hanger Rod
(not supplied)
Springs used in type KDX hanger elements are designed with a
horizontal to vertical stiffness ratio between 0.9 and 1.1 at rated
load; ratio of spring diameter to loaded height minimum 0.8; and
Support
a rated maximum operating deflection of 2/3 deflection to solid. Structure
Clearance
Hole
ACOUSTICAL ISOLATION
Although steel spring mounts provide particularly effective
isolation of mechanical vibration, the spring itself may transmit
certain audible level frequencies if present.
HANGER SELECTION
KDX INSTALLATION METHOD 1
When selecting hanger elements, it is recommended that a
safety factor of 10-20% is applied to the calculated mass of
equipment to avoid overloading of any element. If maximum
rated deflections are required, then equipment should be Hanger Rod
weighed and an accurate assessment of point loads made. (not supplied) Support
Structure
INSTALLATION
1. T his type of hanger maybe installed above the supporting
structure or below the equipment support point. A clearance Clearance
hole of minimum diameter D must be provided in the support Hole
structure through which the rod passes.
2. When under load, adjustment of height can be made at either
end of the support rod, whichever is more convenient.
CONDITIONS OF SALE
These products are sold subject to the published Embelton General KDX INSTALLATION METHOD 2
Conditions of Sale, copies of which maybe inspected on request.
SPECIFICATION
Suspension of elements shall consist of a stable steel spring in
series with an acoustical isolating rubber pad. The spring shall
have a minimum additional travel of 50% rated deflection to
solid. They shall be type KDX as supplied by Embelton.
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