Rubber Mounts
Rubber mounts are a type of vibration absorbers that have two parts: an isolator and fasteners. In general, the fasteners are composed of threaded metal, while the isolator core is composed of natural or synthetic rubber used to absorb vibration. Vibration mounts can be constructed of a variety of materials, rubber being one that is very common.
Vibration is defined as a series of oscillations that move at a cyclic pace at varying frequencies. Vibration may come from an external source or from within the equipment. Internal vibration is often caused by an imbalance between equipment components. Rubber mounts isolate the equipment to which the mounts are attached, preventing the spread of vibrations throughout the equipment.
As they are composed of rubber, which displays many elastic qualities, rubber mounts are ideal for vibration absorption. Rubber mounts are used in engines, pumps, air conditioning units, fans, appliances, audio speakers, and transportation vehicles.