What is the Difference? Shock Absorbers vs. Dampers vs. Gas Struts
Shock Absorbers, Dampers and Gas Struts are components that look similar but perform different tasks. Some confusion exists around which product does what. ASRaymond, an expert in spring design for more than 135 years, has the answer for what each product is and its primary function.
What is the Difference? Shock Absorbers vs. Dampers vs. Gas Struts
Shock Absorbers, Dampers and Gas Struts are components that look similar but perform different tasks. Some confusion exists around which product does what. ASRaymond, an expert in spring design for more than 135 years, has the answer for what each product is and its primary function.
SPD™ Dampers are devices that control the speed of a moving object. They provide a resistance force that is proportional to an object's velocity and stays in contact with the moving object at all times. They provide no force or lift assistance.
SPD™ Shock Absorbers completely dissipate the kinetic energy of a moving object for the sole purpose of bringing a motion to a complete stop. They provide no force or lift assistance and do not stay in contact with the moving object at all times.
SPD™ and IGS™ Gas Struts (or springs) and Raymond® Mechanical Struts provide lift assistance. They provide some damping effects but are not true dampers. Struts help the user lift or open heavy hatches, lids or doors.
More information about each product is available on their individual product pages and ASRaymond.com's 'Blog' page.
About ASRaymond
ASRaymond, a business of Barnes Group Inc, is a global leader in providing manufacturers with precision-engineered force and motion control solutions from world-renowned brands such as Raymond®, Industrial Gas Springs™, SPD™ and SPEC®. Servicing a wide range of industrial markets, including Construction and Agriculture, Lift Equipment, Marine, Medical and Heavy-Duty Trucks, ASRaymond has the breadth and depth of standard products to match any application's demands. Additionally, ASRaymond's global team of engineers are available to customise components when standard products are not suitable. For more information, visit ASRaymond.com.