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Technical Details for the A2X4
The ACE A2X4 Heavy Industrial Shock Absorber is an advanced hydraulic component designed for decelerating heavy loads and protecting machinery from impact. These robust units feature adjustable damping, ensuring optimal performance across a wide range of applications, even when precise usage data is unavailable. Adjustable damping is achieved via socket adjustment on the absorber base for tailored load handling.
Ideal for heavy-duty industrial machinery, the A2X4 sets the standard for adjustable, high-capacity impact absorption.
Energy capacity | 9,000 Nm/Cycle |
Stroke | 102 mm |
Return Force | 150 - 285N |
Return Time | 0.50s |
Side Load Angle max. | 3o |
Impact velocity range | 0.1 m/s to 5 m/s. Other speeds on request. |
Operating temperature range | -12oC to +66oC |
Material | Outer body: steel corrosion-resistant coating; Piston rod: hard chrome plated steel; Rod end button: hardened steel and corrosion-resistant coating; Return spring: zinc plated steel |
Damping Medium | Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) |
Mounting | In any position |
Positive Stop | External positive stops 2.5mm to 3mm before the end of stroke provided by the customer. |
Adjustment | Hard impact at the start of stroke, adjust the ring towards 9. Hard impact at the end of stroke, adjust the ring towards 0. |
Manufacturer | ACE Stoßdämpfer GmbH |
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Our History
Founded in 1973, MacScott Bond Ltd has worked for 50 years, ensuring we play our part in providing the engineering excellence expected from being part of the MacTaggart Scott Group. With a rich heritage dating back to 1898, MacTaggart Scott is a trusted name in Scottish engineering, and MacScott Bond proudly upholds this legacy.
The company's commitment to delivering quality fluid power systems is evident through our portfolio of previous projects. MacScott Bond’s designs have stood the test of time and the quality of our construction of bespoke fluid power systems has always been a priority for our company.
From analysing initial requirements, intelligent design and through rigorous testing processes, the company ensures the creation of high-quality systems tailored to the specific needs of diverse sectors, including marine defense, civil, offshore, mining, and industrial.