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unique ACE shock absorber was initially and Japan plus distributors in 85 North combining application data with a
designed to serve the Detroit American cities and 33 additional shock absorber’s design parameters,
automotive industry. Since then, our countries. ACE engineers can create an accurate
world-renowned shock absorbers have picture of how a particular shock
The UK office carries an extensive stock
grown to some 100 different models. In absorber will perform under any set of
of products and spare parts, so
addition, the ACE motion control range application conditions. Peak reaction
customers can always rely on a quick
has developed to include safety shock force, peak deceleration, time through
and effective service. In addition, the
absorbers, rotary dampers, hydraulic stroke and velocity decay can be
approved ACE distributors and team of
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gas springs. below). The user benefits by having any
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and by knowing before installation,
other aspect of the range.
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Index
General Page
Product Range Overview 5

Function of Shock Absorbers 6
Comparison of Damping Systems 7
ACE Security Concept and Safety 8- 9
Formulae and Calculations 10 - 12
Energy Capacity Charts 13 - 14
Quick Selection Chart 15
Industrial Shock Absorbers Page

MC 10 to 600 16 - 19
SC 190 to 925 20 - 21
FA 1008 22 - 23
MA 35 to 900 22 - 23
Accessories M 8 to M 25 24 - 26 NEW
Mounting and Installation 27 - 29
Magnum Series 30 - 39 NEW
A11/2 and SAHS 2 to SAHS 3 40 - 41
CA 2 to CA 4 and A 2 to A 3 42 - 46 NEW in Autumn 2000
Air/Oil tanks and Installation Hints 47 - 48
Application/Installation Examples 49 - 51
Safety Shock Absorbers Page
SCS -38 to 63 52 - 55
CB-63 to 160 56 - 59
Rotary Dampers Page

FRT-E2 & -G2 60 - 61
FRT-C2 & FRN-C2 62
FRT-D2 & FRN-D2 62
FRT-F1 & FRN-F1 63
FRX-A1 63 NEW
FYN-K1 64
FYN-N1 64 NEW
FYT-H1 & FYN-H1 65
FYT-LA3 & FYN-LA3 65
Calculations and Selection Examples 66 - 67
Hydraulic Dampers Page

and Feed Controls
VC 25 68 - 69 NEW in Summer 2000
FA, MA and MVC 70
Feed Controls Installation Examples 71
DVC 72 - 73
HB-15 to HB-40 74 - 78
Hydraulic Dampers Installation
Examples 79
Industrial Gas Springs Page

Installation and Characteristics 80 - 82
GS-10 to 40 83 - 89 NEW
GZ-19 to 28 90 - 91
GBF-28 / GBS-28 92
Calculation Formulae 93
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An Unbeatable Range
ACE offers an unbeatable range of motion control products. Here you can find a brief introduction to
each product group, together with a selection of key features and applications.
ACE industrial shock absorbers are the professional linear ACE hydraulic dampers and feed controls provide precise
decelerators for today’s sophisticated velocity control for critical
automation systems. High capacity and feed rate applications
heavy duty construction ensure very in the wood, plastic,
long working life in arduous conditions. metal and glass 5
An extensive range of model sizes is industries.
available to handle loads from a few
grammes up to hundreds of
tonnes.
Features
● Constant precise
feed control
Features ● Infinitely adjustable
● Increase ● Controlled lifting and
production rates lowering

● Extend machine life ● Stroke lengths up to 1000 mm
● Reduce construction costs ● Double acting or single acting models
● Reduce maintenance and noise pollution ● Control forces up to 10,000 N
● Sizes available from 8 mm dia. up to 230 mm dia. ● Available from stock
● Priority delivery within 24 hours
ACE rotary dampers are ideal for controlling

rotary motion, bi-directional or one way damping.
Adjustable or fixed damping rates from 0.0001 up
to 40 Nm damping torque are available.
Applications
● Copy machine lids
● Cassette and CD drives
● Glove compartment (Auto)
● Drop down flaps and tables (Bus and Aero industry)
● Furniture industry (Lids and doors etc.)
ACE safety shock absorbers are designed ACE gas springs

for emergency stop situations on industrial control the lifting
and warehouse crane systems. and lowering of
They provide an economical alternative lids, flaps, hoods
to industrial shock absorbers for these and safety guards
types of application. etc.
Features
● Reduce manual effort and forces
● High force capability in a small package
Applications ● Controlled extension and compression speeds

● Overhead cranes ● Provides fingertip control
● Conveyors and turntables ● Increases safety
● Stacker and high bay warehouse ● Adjustable or fixed force
cranes ● Available from stock

● Dockside equipment and bridges ● Priority delivery within 24 hours
Shock Absorber Function
6 Virtually all manufacturing processes involve movement of some kind.

In production machinery this can involve linear transfers, rotary index
motions, fast feeds etc. At some point these motions change direction
or come to a stop.
Any moving object possesses kinetic energy as a result of its motion and
if the object changes direction or is brought to rest, the dissipation of this
kinetic energy can result in destructive shock forces within the structural
and operating parts of the machine.
Kinetic energy increases as the square of the speed and the heavier the
object ,or the faster it travels, the more energy it has. An increase in pro-
duction rates is only possible by dissipating this kinetic energy smoothly
and thereby eliminating destructive deceleration forces.
Older methods of energy absorption such as rubber buffers, springs,
hydraulic dashpots and cylinder cushions do not provide this required
smooth deceleration characteristic – they are non linear and produce
high peak forces at some point during their stroke.
The optimum solution is achieved by an ACE industrial shock absorber.
This utilises a series of metering orifices spaced throughout its stroke
length and provides a constant linear deceleration with the lowest
possible reaction force in the shortest stopping time.
ACE Controlled Linear Deceleration ACE demo showing a wine glass dropping
free fall 1.3 m. Decelerated by an ACE shock
absorber not a drop of wine is spilled.
Stopping with Rubber Buffers, Springs,

Dashpots or Cylinder cushions Result:
x Loss of Production
Raw Material x Machine Damage
Production
x Increased Maintenance Costs
x Increased Operating Noise
x Higher Machine Construction
Rubber buffer Finished Costs
Product
Scrap
Stopping with ACE Shock Absorbers Benefits:

x Increased Production
x Increased Operating Life
ACE shock absorber Finished Product of the Machine
x Improved Machine Efficiency
Production x Reduced Construction Costs
of the Machine
Raw Material
x Reduced Maintenance Costs
x Reduced Noise Pollution
ACE shock absorber
x Reduced Energy Costs
Comparison of Damping Systems
Comparison 1. Hydraulic dashpot (High stopping force at start of the stroke).

With only one metering orifice the moving load is abruptly slowed down
at the start of the stroke. The braking force rises to a very high peak at the
1 3 start of the stroke (giving high shock loads) and then falls away rapidly.
Force
(N) 2. Springs and Rubber Buffers (High stopping forces at end of stroke).
at full compression. Also they store energy rather than dissipating it,
2 causing the load to rebound back again.
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3. Air Buffers, Pneumatic Cylinder Cushions (High stopping force at end of
stroke). Due to the compressibility of air these have a sharply rising force
characteristic towards the end of the stroke. The majority of the energy is
absorbed near the end of the stroke.
4. ACE Industrial Shock Absorbers (Uniform stopping force through the

entire stroke). The moving load is smoothly and gently brought to rest
Stopping stroke
by a constant resisting force throughout the entire shock absorber stroke.
The load is decelerated with the lowest possible force in the shortest
possible time eliminating damaging force peaks and shock damage
to machines and equipment. This is a linear deceleration force stroke
curve and is the curve provided by ACE industrial shock absorbers.
Energy Capacity Reaction Force (stopping force) Stopping Time
ACE Shock Absorber Hydraulic

dashpot ACE Shock Absorber
Force Force v t
(N) (N) Q (m/s)
t
Hydraulic ACE Shock Absorber
Hydraulic
dashpot dashpot
Stopping stroke Stopping stroke Stopping time
Assumption: Assumption: Assumption:

Same maximum reaction force. Same energy absorption Same energy absorption.
(area under the curve).
Result: Result: Result:

The ACE shock absorber can The reaction force transmitted The ACE shock absorber
absorb considerably more energy by the ACE shock absorber is stops the moving load in a
(represented by the area under very much lower. much shorter time.
the curve.)
Benefit: Benefit: Benefit:

By installing an ACE shock By installing the ACE shock By installing an ACE shock
absorber production rates can absorber the machine wear and absorber cycle times are reduced
be more than doubled without maintenance can be drastically giving much higher production
increasing deceleration forces or reduced. rates.
reaction forces on the machine.
The Benefits of Good Design
8 ACE pioneered the use of one piece / closed end bodies and inner pressure chambers in its range of shock absorbers.
This design concept provides an extremely strong construction which can withstand much higher internal pressures
and overload forces without mechanical damage. Consider what happens if the shock absorber is accidentally
overloaded or in the unlikely event of partial oil loss due to excessive seal wear or damage. Compare the internal
design used by ACE with that of some of its competitors:
ACE Shock Absorber Other Shock Absorber
Outer body and Pressure chamber Snap Ring (Outer body and inner
with closed rear end (one-piece) pressure chamber made from tube stock.)
ACE builds its shock absorbers with closed end / one piece Some other manufacturers use bodies and inner pressure
bodies and inner pressure chambers which greatly reduces chambers made from tube stock.The internal parts are held
the chance of sudden failure or machine damage in the event in by a snap ring etc. which then takes all the load and can
of an overload. fail suddenly and catastrophically.
1. What happens with an overload or gradual oil loss? 1. What happens with an overload or gradual oil loss?
Harder bottoming out force becomes apparent. The snap ring breaks or is extruded due to excessive force.
The shock absorber continues to work and can be replaced Machine damage!! Equipment Stops!!
then or at the end of the shift. Production Halted!! Emergency Repair!!
2. The Cost: 2. The Cost:
Remove and replace the shock absorber. Refill with fresh Remove and replace the shock absorber with
oil or repair. new one (repair not possible). Cost £ 75 to £ 300 depending
on size.
Additionally: Production Loss: £ _________
Machine repair: £ _________
Total cost: £ 50 to £ 200 Total cost: £ 500 to £ 2000
v = 2 m/s v = 1,5 m/s v = 1 m/s v = 0,5 m/s v = 0 m/s
n n
n n n
n n n n
*4 *3 *2 *1 *0
P = 400bar P = 400bar P = 400bar P = 400bar P = 0bar
* The load velocity reduces continuously as you travel through the stroke due to the reduction in the number of metering
orifices (*) in action. The internal pressure remains essentially constant and thus the Force vs. stroke curve remains linear.
F = Force (N)
P = Internal pressure (bar)
s = Stroke (m)
t = Deceleration time (s)
v = Velocity (m/s) F/P v
s/t t
Built – in Safety
Industrial shock absorbers and automobile braking systems have

two crucial functional similarities:
1. Both should bring a moving mass quickly and safely to rest
without any recoil or “bounce back”.
2. Both must never suddenly fail without warning.
ACE industrial shock absorbers are built to the highest

quality. Shock absorber bodies and inner pressure
chambers are fully machined from solid high tensile 9
alloy steel. This gives a completely closed end
one-piece pressure chamber with no seals or
circlips being necessary.
The advantage of this design concept Piston Rod high tensile

is that the ACE shock absorber is able steel hardened and
to withstand much higher internal corrosion resistant.
pressures or overload without
Bearing maintenance free,
damage, giving a very high safety
and self-lubricating.
margin. The chance of a sudden
failure due to overload etc.
is effectively ruled out.
Shock Absorber Body massively built

one-piece body with closed rear end.
Fully machined from solid steel to ensure
total reliability.
Seals only one dynamic seal.

Hermetically sealed rolling diaphragm
sealing system.
Piston made from powdered metal

self-lubricating and friction free.
Pressure chamber made from high tensile

steel, hardened and nitrided. Fully machined
from solid with closed rear end to withstand
internal pressures up to 1000 Bar.
Self-Compensating Industrial Shock Absorbers

are maintenance free, self-contained hydraulic devices
with multiple metering orifices which extend through the
complete stroke length.
After the moving load contacts the shock absorber the

piston moves gently back creating an immediate pressure
rise in the pressure chamber. The hydraulic oil behind the
piston can initially escape through all the metering orifices.
The number of metering orifices in action decreases

proportionally to the distance travelled through the stroke.
The impact velocity of the moving load is smoothly redu-

ced. The internal pressure and thus the reaction force (Q)
remain essentially constant thoughout the complete stroke
length providing a constant deceleration rate or:
Linear Deceleration
Formulae and Calculations
Free Computer Selection Software Available – See Page 99
10 ACE shock absorbers provide linear deceleration and are therefore 1. Mass to be decelerated (weight) m
vD
(kg)
superior to other kinds of damping element. 2. Impact velocity at shock absorber (m/s)
It is easy to calculate around 90 % of applications knowing only the 3. Propelling force F (N)
following 4 parameters: 4. Cycles per hour c (/hr)
Key to symbols used
W1 Kinetic energy per cycle Nm ST Stall torque factor (normally 2.5) 1 to 2.5
W2 Propelling force energy per cycle Nm M Propelling torque Nm
W3 Total energy per cycle (W1 + W2) Nm I Moment of Inertia kgm 2
W4 Total energy per hour (W3 · c) Nm/hr g Acceleration due to gravity = 9.81 m/s 2
me Effective weight kg h Drop height excl. shock absorber stroke m
m Mass to be decelerated kg s Shock absorber stroke m
n Number of shock absorbers (in parallel) L/R/r Radius m
*v Velocity of moving mass m/s Q Reaction force N
*vD Impact velocity at shock absorber m/s m Coefficient of friction
v Angular Velocity rads/s t Deceleration time s
F Propelling force N a Deceleration m/s 2
c Cycles per hour 1/hr a Side load angle °
P Motor power kW b Angle of incline °
*v or vD is the final impact velocity of the mass. With accelerating In all the following examples the choice of shock absorbers made
motion the final impact velocity can be 1.5 to 2 times higher than the from the capacity chart is based upon the values of (W3), (W4),
average. Please take this into account when calculating kinetic energy. (me) and the desired shock absorber stroke (s).
1 Mass without propelling force Formulae

2
Example W1 = 100 · 1.5 · 0.5
2
= 113 Nm
W1 = m · v · 0.5 m = 100 kg W2 = 0
W2 =0 v = 1.5 m/s W3 = 113 + 0 = 113 Nm
W3 = W1 + W2 c = 500 /hr W4 = 113 · 500 = 56 500 Nm/hr
W4 = W3 · c s = 0.05 m (chosen) Chosen from capacity chart:
vD = v
Model MC 3350 M-2 self-compensating
me = m
2 Mass with propelling force Formulae2 Example 2

W1 = 36 · 1.5 · 0.5 = 41 Nm
W1 = m · v · 0.5 m = 36 kg W2 = 400 · 0.025 = 10 Nm
W2 =F·s *v = 1.5 m/s W3 = 41 + 10 = 51 Nm
W3 = W1 + W2 F = 400 N W4 = 51 · 1000 = 51 000 Nm/hr
W4 = W3 · c 2
vD = v
c = 1000 /hr me = 2 · 51 ÷ 1.5 = 45 kg
s = 0.025 m (chosen) Chosen from capacity chart:
2 · W3
me = 2
Model MC 600 M self-compensating
vD *v is the final impact velocity of the mass: With pneu-
2.1 for vertical motion upwards W2 = (F – m · g) · s matically propelled systems this can be 1.5 to 2 times the
W2 = (F + m · g) · s average velocity. Please take this into account when
2.2 for vertical motion downwards calculating energy.
3 Mass with motor drive Formulae2 Example W1 = 800 · 1.2 · 0.5

2
= 576 Nm
W1 = m · v · 0.5 m = 800 kg W2 = 1000 · 4 · 2.5 · 0.1÷ 1.2 = 834 Nm
1000 · P · ST · s v = 1.2 m/s W3 = 576 + 850 = 1 410 Nm
W2 =
v ST = 2.5 W4 = 1426 · 100 = 141 000 Nm/hr
W3 = W1 + W2 2
P =4 kW me = 2 · 1426 ÷ 1.2 = 1 958 kg
W4 = W3 · c
vD = v
c = 100 /hr
2 · W3 s = 0.1 m (chosen)
Chosen from capacity chart:
me = Model MC 64100 M-2 self-compensating
vD2
Note: Do not forget to include the rotational energy of motor, coupling and
gearbox into calculation for W1.
4 Mass on driven rollers Formulae2 Example W1 = 250 · 1.5 · 0.5

2
= 281 Nm
W1 = m · v · 0.5 m = 250 kg W2 = 250 · 0.2 · 9.81 · 0.05 = 25 Nm
W2 =m·m·g·s v = 1.5 m/s W3 = 281 + 25 = 306 Nm
W3 = W1 + W2 c = 180 /hr W4 = 306 · 180 = 55 080 Nm/hr
W4 = W3 · c (Steel/Steel) m = 0.2
2
me = 2 · 306 ÷ 1.5 = 272 kg
vD = v
s = 0.05 m (chosen)
2 · W3 Chosen from capacity chart:
me = 2
vD Model MC 4550 M-2 self-compensating
5 Swinging mass Formulae

2 2
Example W1
2
= 20 · 1 · 0.5 = 10 Nm
with propelling force W1 = m · v · 0.5 = 0.5 · I · v m = 20 kg W2 = 50 · 0.0125 ÷ 0.5 = 1.3 Nm
M·s v =1 m/s W3 = 10 + 1.3 = 11.3 Nm
W2 =
R M = 50 Nm W4 = 11.3 · 1500 = 16 950 Nm/hr
V W3 = W1 + W2 vD
R = 0.5 m = 1 · 0.5 ÷ 0.8 = 0.63 m/s
W4 = W3 · c 2
L = 0.8 m me = 2 · 11.3 ÷ 0.63 = 57 kg
vD = v · R = v · R
L c = 1500 /hr Chosen from capacity chart:
2 · W3 s = 0.0125 m (chosen) Model MC 150 MH self-compensating
me =
vD2
Check the side load angle, tan a = s/R (see example 6.2)
6 Free falling mass Formulae Example W1 = 30 · 0.5 · 9.81 = 147 Nm

W1 =m·g·h m = 30 kg W2 = 30 · 9.81 · 0.05 = 15 Nm
W2 =m·g·s h = 0.5 m W3 = 147 + 15 = 162 Nm
W3 = W1 + W2 c = 400 /hr W4 = 162 · 400 = 64 800 Nm/hr
W4 = W3 · c s = 0.05 m (chosen) vD = öäääääää
2 · 9.81 · 0.5 = 3.13 m/s
vD = ö2 · g · h
2 · 162
me = = 33 kg
2 · W3 3.13 2
me =
VD2 Chosen from capacity chart:
Model MC 3350 M-1 self-compensating
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6.1 Mass rolling/sliding down Formulae 6.2 Mass free falling about Check side load angle from
incline W1 = m · g · h = m · vD2 · 0.5 shock absorber axis
a pivot point
W2 = m · g · sinb · s s
W3 = W1 + W2 tan a =
R
W4 = W3 · c
vD = ö2 · g · h Calculation as
2 · W3 per example 6.1
me = 2 except W2 = 0
VD
6.1 a propelling force up incline n W2 = (F – m · g · sinb) · s
6.1 b propelling force down incline n W2 = (F + m · g · sinb) · s
7 Rotary index table with Formulae Example 2

W1 = 1000 · 1.1 · 0.25 = 303 Nm
propelling torque W1 = m · v 2 · 0.25 = 0.5 · I · v 2 m = 1000 kg W2 = 1000 · 0.05 ÷ 0.8 = 63 Nm
M·s v = 1.1 m/s W3 = 303 + 63 = 366 Nm
Note: Formulae W2 =
R M = 1000 Nm W4 = 366 · 100 = 36 600 Nm/hr
given are only W3 = W1 + W2 s = 0.05 m (chosen) vD = 1.1 · 0.8 ÷ 1.25 = 0.7 m/s
valid for W4 = W3 · c L = 1.25 m me = 2 · 366 ÷ 0.7 2 = 1 494 kg
circular table R = 0.8 m Chosen from capacity chart:
with uniform vD = v · R = v · R
L c = 100 /hr Model MC 4550 M-3 self-compensating
weight
2 · W3
distribution. me =
vD2 Check side load angle, tan a = s/R (see example 6.2)
8 Swinging arm with Formulae

2 2
Example
2
W1 = 0,5 · 56 · 1
2
= 28 Nm
propelling torque W1 = m · v · 0.18 = 0.5 · I · v J = 56 kgm W2 = 300 · 0.025 ÷ 0.8 = 9 Nm
(uniform M·s v =1 rad/s W3 = 28 + 9 = 37 Nm
W2 =
R M = 300 Nm W4 = 37 · 1200 = 44 400 Nm/hr
weight
W3 = W1 + W2 s = 0.025 m (chosen) vD = 1 · 0.8 = 0.8 m/s
distribution) W4 = W3 · c L = 1.5 m me = 2 · 37 ÷ 0.8
2
= 116 kg
vD = v · R = v · R R = 0.8 m Chosen from capacity chart:
L c = 1200 /hr Model MC 600 M self-compensating
2 · W3
me =
vD2 Check side load angle, tan a = s/R (see example 6.2)
9 Swinging arm with propelling Formulae Example W1

2
= 1000 · 2 · 0.18 = 720 Nm
force (uniform weight distribution) W1 = m · v 2 · 0.18 = 0.5 · I · v 2 m = 1000 kg W2 = 7000 · 0.6 · 0.05 ÷ 0.8 = 263 Nm
F·r·s M·s v =2 m/s W3 = 720 + 263 = 983 Nm
W2 = =
R R F = 7000 N W4 = 983 · 900 = 884 700 Nm/hr
W3 = W1 + W2 M = 4200 Nm vD = 2 · 0.8 ÷ 1.2 = 1.33 m/s
2
W4 = W3 · c s = 0.05 m (chosen) me = 2 · 983 ÷ 1.33 = 1 111 kg
vD = v · R = v · R r = 0.6 m
L R = 0.8 m Chosen from capacity chart:
2 · W3 L = 1.2 m Model CA 2 x 2 - 1 self-compensating
me =
vD2 c = 900 /hr
10 Mass lowered at controlled Formulae Example W1

2
= 6000 · 1.5 · 0,5 = 6 750 Nm
speed W1 = m · v 2 · 0.5 m = 6000 kg W2 = 6000 · 9.81 · 0.305 = 17 952 Nm
W2 =m·g·s v = 1.5 m/s W3 = 6750 + 17952 = 24 702 Nm
W3 = W1 + W2 s = 0.305 m (chosen) W4 = 24702 · 60 = 1 482 120 Nm/hr
2
W4 = W3 · c c = 60 /hr me = 2 · 24702 ÷ 1.5 = 21 957 kg
vD = v
2 · W3 Chosen from capacity chart:
me =
vD2 Model CA 3 x 12–2 self-compensating
Reaction force Q (N) 1.2 · W3 Stopping time t (s) 2.6 · s Deceleration rate a (m/s2) 0.6 · vD2
Q = t = v a =
s D s
Approximate values assuming correct adjustment. Add safety margin if necessary.
(Exact values will depend upon actual application data and can be provided on request.)
12 19 Wagon against 2 shock absorbers Formulae Example W1

2
= 5000 · 2 · 0.25 = 5 000 Nm
W1 = m · v 2 · 0.25 m = 5000 kg W2 = 3500 · 0.150 = 525 Nm
W2 =F·s v =2 m/s W3 = 5000 + 525 = 5 525 Nm
W3 = W1 + W2 c = 10 /hr W4 = 5525 · 10 = 55 250 Nm/hr
W4 = W3 · c F = 3500 N vD =2÷2 = 1 m/s
2
s = 0.150 m (chosen) me = 2 · 5525 ÷ 1 = 11 050 kg
vD =v
2
Chosen from capacity chart:
2 · W3 Model CA 2 x 6–2 self-compensating
me = 2
vD
20 Wagon against wagon Formulae Example W1 =

7000·10000 2
· 1.7 · 0.5 = 5 950 Nm
m1·m2 m1 = 7000 kg (7000+10000)
W1 = ·(v1+v2)2 ·0.5
(m1+m2) v1 = 1.2 m/s W2 = 5000 · 0.127 = 635 Nm
W2 =F·s c = 20 /hr W3 = 5950 + 635 = 6 585 Nm
W3 = W1 + W2 m2 = 10000 kg W4 = 6585 · 20 =131 700 Nm/hr
W4 = W3 · c v2 = 0.5 m/s vD = 1.2 + 0.5 = 1.7 m/s
2
vD = v1 + v2 F = 5000 N me = 2 · 6585 ÷ 1.7 = 4 557 kg
2 · W3 s = 0.127 m (chosen)
me = Chosen from capacity chart:
vD2 Model CA 3 x 5–1 self-compensating
21 Wagon against wagon Formulae Example W1 =

7000·10000 2
· 1.7 · 0.5 = 5 950 Nm
2 shock absorbers W1 =
m1·m2
·(v1+v2)2 ·0.5
m1 = 7000 kg (7000+10000)
(m1+m2) v1 = 1.2 m/s W2 = 5000 · 0.100 = 500 Nm
W2 =F·s c = 20 /hr W3 = (5950 + 500) ÷ 2 = 3 225 Nm
W m2 = 10000 kg W4 = 3225 · 20 = 64 500 Nm/hr
W3 = 1 + W2 vD = (1.2 + 0.5) ÷ 2 = 0.85 m/s
2 v2 = 0.5 m/s
2
W4 = W3 · c F = 5000 N me = 2 · 3225 ÷ 0.85 = 8 958 kg
s = 0.100 m (chosen)
vD = v1 + v2 Chosen from capacity chart:
2 Model CA 2 x 4–2 self-compensating
2 · W3
me =
vD2
Effective weight (me)
A Mass without propelling force Example: B Mass with propelling force Example:
m = 100 kg m = 100 kg
Formula Formula F = 2000 N
vD = v = 2 m/s
me = m 2 · W3 vD
W1 = W3 = 200 Nm me = = v = 2 m/s
vD2
s = 0.1 m
2 · 200
me = = 100 kg W1 = 200 Nm
4 W2 = 200 Nm
me = m W3 = 400 Nm
2 · 400
me = = 200 kg
4
C Mass without propelling force D Mass without propelling force

direct against shock absorber with mechanical advantage
Example: Example:
m = 20 kg m = 20 kg
Formula vD = v = 2 m/s v = 2 m/s
me = m vD = 0.5 m/s
W1 = W3 = 40 Nm
W1 = W3 = 40 Nm
2 · 40
me = = 20 kg Formula 2 · 40
22 2 · W3 me = = 320 kg
me = 0.5 2
2
vD
The effective weight (me) can either be the same as the actual weight (Examples A and C), or it can be an imaginary weight representing
a combination of the propelling force or lever action plus the actual weight (Examples B and D).
Shock Absorber Capacity Chart
Self-Compensating Shock Absorbers
To choose a suitable shock absorber from this Capacity chart you must know W3, me and W4 (for W4 see page below)
Capacity Chart
Energy capacity Effective weight me Energy capacity Effective weight me
Model Stroke Nm per cycle self-compensating Page Model Stroke Nm per cycle self-compensating Page
Part number mm W3 min kg max Part number mm W3 min kg max
MC 10 ML-B 5 0.5 0.3 - 2.7 17 MC 4575 M-0 75 1 020 20 - 80 34

MC 10 MH-B
MC 25 ML
5
6.6
0.8
2.8
0.7
0.7
-
-
5
2.2
17
17
MC 4575 M-1
MC 4575 M-2
75
75
1 020
1 020
70
230
-
-
270
930
34
34
13
MC 25 M 6.6 2.8 1.8 - 5.4 17 MC 4575 M-3 75 1 020 790 - 3 140 34
MC 25 MH 6.6 2.8 4.6 - 13.6 17 MC 4575 M-4 75 1 020 2 650 - 10 600 34
MC 75 M-1 10 9 0.3 - 1.1 17 MC 6450 M-0 50 1 700 35 - 140 36
MC 75 M-2 10 9 0.9 - 4.8 17 MC 6450 M-1 50 1 700 140 - 540 36
MC 75 M-3 10 9 2.7 - 36.2 17 MC 6450 M-2 50 1 700 460 - 1 850 36
MC 150 M 12.5 17 0.9 - 10 19 MC 6450 M-3 50 1 700 1 600 - 6 300 36
MC 150 MH 12.5 17 8.6 - 86 19 MC 6450 M-4 50 1 700 5 300 - 21 200 36
MC 150 MH2 12.5 17 70 - 200 19 MC 64100 M-0 100 3 400 70 - 280 36
MC 225 M 12.5 25 2.3 - 25 19 MC 64100 M-1 100 3 400 270 - 1 100 36
MC 225 MH 12.5 25 23 - 230 19 MC 64100 M-2 100 3 400 930 - 3 700 36
MC 225 MH2 12.5 25 180 - 910 19 MC 64100 M-3 100 3 400 3 150 - 12 600 36
MC 600 M 25.4 68 9 - 136 19 MC 64100 M-4 100 3 400 10 600 - 42 500 36
MC 600 MH 25.4 68 113 - 1 130 19 MC 64150 M-0 150 5 100 100 - 460 36
MC 600 MH2 25.4 68 400 - 2 300 19 MC 64150 M-1 150 5 100 410 - 1 640 36
SC 190 M-0 16 21 0.7 - 4 21 MC 64150 M-2 150 5 100 1 390 - 5 600 36
SC 190 M-1 16 21 1.4 - 7 21 MC 64150 M-3 150 5 100 4 700 - 18 800 36
SC 190 M-2 16 21 3.6 - 18 21 MC 64150 M-4 150 5 100 16 000 - 63 700 36
SC 190 M-3 16 21 9 - 45 21 CA 2 x 2-1 50.8 3 600 700 - 2 200 44
SC 190 M-4 16 21 23 - 102 21 CA 2 x 2-2 50.8 3 600 1 800 - 5 400 44
SC 300 M-0 19 33 0.7 - 4 21 CA 2 x 2-3 50.8 3 600 4 500 - 13 600 44
SC 300 M-1 19 33 1.4 - 8 21 CA 2 x 2-4 50.8 3 600 11 300 - 34 000 44
SC 300 M-2 19 33 4.5 - 27 21 CA 2 x 4-1 102 7 200 1 400 - 4 400 44
SC 300 M-3 19 33 14 - 82 21 CA 2 x 4-2 102 7 200 3 600 - 11 000 44
SC 300 M-4 19 33 32 - 204 21 CA 2 x 4-3 102 7 200 9 100 - 27 200 44
SC 300 M-8 15 70 135 - 680 21 CA 2 x 4-4 102 7 200 22 600 - 68 000 44
SC 300 M-9 15 70 320 - 1 950 21 CA 2 x 6-1 152 10 800 2 200 - 6 500 44
SC 650 M-0 25.4 73 2.3 - 14 21 CA 2 x 6-2 152 10 800 5 400 - 16 300 44
SC 650 M-1 25.4 73 8 - 45 21 CA 2 x 6-3 152 10 800 13 600 - 40 800 44
SC 650 M-2 25.4 73 23 - 136 21 CA 2 x 6-4 152 10 800 34 000 - 102 000 44
SC 650 M-3 25.4 73 68 - 408 21 CA 2 x 8-1 203 14 500 2 900 - 8 700 44
SC 650 M-4 25.4 73 204 - 1 180 21 CA 2 x 8-2 203 14 500 7 200 - 21 700 44
SC 650 M-8 23 210 770 - 2 630 21 CA 2 x 8-3 203 14 500 18 100 - 54 400 44
SC 650 M-9 23 210 1 800 - 6 350 21 CA 2 x 8-4 203 14 500 45 300 - 136 000 44
SC 925 M-0 40 110 4.5 - 29 21 CA 2 x 10-1 254 18 000 3 600 - 11 000 44
SC 925 M-1 40 110 14 - 90 21 CA 2 x 10-2 254 18 000 9 100 - 27 200 44
SC 925 M-2 40 110 40 - 272 21 CA 2 x 10-3 254 18 000 22 600 - 68 000 44
SC 925 M-3 40 110 113 - 726 21 CA 2 x 10-4 254 18 000 56 600 - 170 000 44
SC 925 M-4 40 110 340 - 2 088 21 CA 3 x 5-1 127 14 125 2 900 - 8 700 45
MC 3325 M-0 25 155 3 - 11 32 CA 3 x 5-2 127 14 125 7 250 - 21 700 45
MC 3325 M-1 25 155 9 - 40 32 CA 3 x 5-3 127 14 125 18 100 - 54 350 45
MC 3325 M-2 25 155 30 - 120 32 CA 3 x 5-4 127 14 125 45 300 - 135 900 45
MC 3325 M-3 25 155 100 - 420 32 CA 3 x 8-1 203 22 600 4 650 - 13 900 45
MC 3325 M-4 25 155 350 - 1 420 32 CA 3 x 8-2 203 22 600 11 600 - 34 800 45
MC 3350 M-0 50 310 5 - 22 32 CA 3 x 8-3 203 22 600 29 000 - 87 000 45
MC 3350 M-1 50 310 18 - 70 32 CA 3 x 8-4 203 22 600 72 500 - 217 000 45
MC 3350 M-2 50 310 60 - 250 32 CA 3 x 12-1 305 33 900 6 950 - 20 900 45
MC 3350 M-3 50 310 210 - 840 32 CA 3 x 12-2 305 33 900 17 400 - 52 200 45
MC 3350 M-4 50 310 710 - 2 830 32 CA 3 x 12-3 305 33 900 43 500 - 130 450 45
MC 4525 M-0 25 340 7 - 27 34 CA 3 x 12-4 305 33 900 108 700 - 326 000 45
MC 4525 M-1 25 340 20 - 90 34 CA 4 x 6-3 152 47 500 3 500 - 8 600 46
MC 4525 M-2 25 340 80 - 310 34 CA 4 x 6-5 152 47 500 8 600 - 18 600 46
MC 4525 M-3 25 340 260 - 1 050 34 CA 4 x 6-7 152 47 500 18 600 - 42 700 46
MC 4525 M-4 25 340 890 - 3 540 34 CA 4 x 8-3 203 63 300 5 000 - 11 400 46
MC 4550 M-0 50 680 13 - 54 34 CA 4 x 8-5 203 63 300 11 400 - 25 000 46
MC 4550 M-1 50 680 45 - 180 34 CA 4 x 8-7 203 63 300 25 000 - 57 000 46
MC 4550 M-2 50 680 150 - 620 34 CA 4 x 16-3 406 126 500 10 000 - 23 000 46
MC 4550 M-3 50 680 520 - 2 090 34 CA 4 x 16-5 406 126 500 23 000 - 50 000 46
MC 4550 M-4 50 680 1 800 - 7 100 34 CA 4 x 16-7 406 126 500 50 000 - 115 000 46
Shock Absorber Capacity Chart
Adjustable Shock Absorbers
14 To choose a suitable shock absorber from this chart you must know W3, me and W4.
Capacity Chart
Max. Energy capacity Nm Effective weight me
Model Stroke per cycle W4 per hour adjustable Page
Part number mm W3 self contained min kg max
FA 1008 V-DB 8 1.8 3 600 0.2 - 10 23

MA 35 M 10 4 6 000 5.9 - 57 23
MA 150 M 12.5 17 35 000 0.9 - 90 23
MA 225 M 19 25 45 000 2.3 - 226 23
MA 600 M 25.4 68 68 000 9 - 1 360 23
MA 900 M 40 100 90 000 14 - 2 040 23
MA 3325 M 25 170 75 000 9 - 1 730 32
ML 3325 M 25 170 75 000 300 - 50 000 32
MA 3350 M 50 340 85 000 13 - 2 500 32
ML 3350 M 50 340 85 000 500 - 80 000 32
MA 4525 M 25 390 107 000 40 - 10 000 34
ML 4525 M 25 390 107 000 3 000 - 110 000 34
MA 4550 M 50 780 112 000 70 - 14 500 34
ML 4550 M 50 780 112 000 5 000 - 180 000 34
MA 4575 M 75 1 170 146 000 70 - 15 000 34
ML 6425 M 25 1 020 124 000 7 000 - 300 000 36
MA 6450 M 50 2 040 146 000 220 - 50 000 36
ML 6450 M 50 2 040 146 000 11 000 - 500 000 36
MA 64100 M 100 4 080 192 000 270 - 52 000 36
MA 64150 M 150 6 120 248 000 330 - 80 000 36
A 2x2 50 3 400 1 100 000 250 - 70 000 44
A 2x4 102 9 000 1 350 000 250 - 72 500 44
A 2x6 152 12 400 1 600 000 250 - 86 000 44
A 2x8 203 17 000 1 900 000 260 - 90 000 44
A 2 x 10 254 21 500 2 200 000 320 - 113 000 44
A 3x5 127 14 125 2 260 000 480 - 154 000 45
A 3x8 203 22 600 3 600 000 550 - 181 500 45
A 3 x 12 305 33 900 5 400 000 610 - 204 000 45
Quick Selection Chart
For Adjustable Shock Absorbers
Mass with propelling force

horizontal motion
15
Cylinder diameter in mm
[Force in N at 6 bar] Moving Mass in kg Stroke in mm Shock absorber model
20 [ 190] 0 - 20 12 MA 150 M*
25 [ 300] 0 - 30 19 MA 225 M*
32 [ 480] 0 - 80 25 MA 600 M*
40 [ 750] 0 - 120 25 MA 600 M*
50 [1180] 0 - 160 25 MA 3325 M*
* NOTE: See diagram below for allowable velocity range.
This quick selection is valid for approx. 80 % of applications.
mass in kg
110 Operating range
100 MA 150 M
90 MA 225 M
MA 600 M
80
MA 3325 M
70
*
60
50
40
30
20
10
0 0,5 1,0 1,5 2,0 2,5 3,0 v in m/s
* Example: m = 70 kg; v =1.5 m/s; F =1180 N choose MA 3325 M with W3 =109 Nm and me = 97 kg
For further explanation please see the ACE selection programme or contact ACE Controls.
Miniature Shock Absorbers MC 10 to MC 75
Self-Compensating
ACE Miniature Shock Absorbers

are maintenance free, self-contained Elastomer
hydraulic components. The model Insert
range MC 10 to MC 75 have a very
short overall length and a low return
force. The shock absorber is filled
with a temperature stable oil and has
an integrated positive stop. They are
ideally suited for small, fast handling
equipment, rotary actuators, pick and
16 place mechanisms and similar small Piston Rod
automation equipment. A wide choice
of metering hardnesses enable these
units to cover applications with effec-
tive weights ranging from 0.3 kg to
Positive Stop
36 kg effective weight.
Rod Bearing
Accumulator
Piston
Return Spring
Pressure Chamber
Outer Body
Impact velocity range: 0.5 to 5 m/s

Ensure that effective weight of application is within the
range of the unit chosen.
(Special range units available on request.)
Slot MC 75 Materials: Steel body with black oxide finish. Hardened
stainless steel piston rod.
W4 capacity rating (max. energy per hour Nm/hr):
If your application exceeds the tabulated W4 figures
consider additional cooling i. e.
cylinder exhaust air etc. Ask
ACE for further details.
Mounting: In any position.
Allowable temperature range:
0 to 65°C.
On request: the MC Series are
available with Weartec finish
(seawater resistant) or other
16 special finishes.
Self-Compensating
Part Number MC . . .
MC 10 M MB 8
12
∅2 2
2 Stroke
Hub ∅ 6,4
5 M8x1 SWAF1111 3
5 4 M4
28,5 10
Thickness
Breite 16
M 8x0.75 also available to order 10 mm
10 mm 25
Clamp Mount
Accessories, mounting, installation… see pages 24 to 28.
MC 25 M MB 10
17
14
∅ 3,2 3
5 Hub
Stroke ∅ 7,6 5,5 M4
5 SW
AF 55 M10x1 SW
AF13
13 3
6,6
43,4 14,6 Thickness
Breite 16
10 mm
10 mm 25
Clamp Mount
MC 75 M MB 12
16
∅ 3,2 3 5 M5
Hub
Stroke ∅ 7,6
5 M12x1 SWAF1414 4 3 Thickness
Breite 20
10 12 mm
12 mm 32
52 18
Clamp Mount
Also available without Rod End Button to order.
Capacity Chart
Rod reset *Max. side
Type per cycle per hour Self-compensating Return force time load angle Weight
W3 W4 min kg max N s kg
MC 10 ML-B 0.5 4 000 0.3 - 2.7 2-4 0.6
°3 0.01
MC 10 MH-B 0.8 4 000 0.7 - 5 2-4 0.6 3 0.01
MC 25 ML 2.8 22 500 0.7 - 2.2 3-6 0.3 2 0.02
MC 25 M 2.8 22 500 1.8 - 5.4 3-6 0.3 2 0.02
MC 25 MH 2.8 22 500 4.6 - 13.6 3-6 0.3 2 0.02
MC 75 M-1 9.0 28 200 0.3 - 1.1 4-9 0.3 2 0.03
MC 75 M-2 9.0 28 200 0.9 - 4.8 4-9 0.3 2 0.03
MC 75 M-3 9.0 28 200 2.7 - 36.2 4-9 0.3 2 0.03
* For applications with higher side load angles consider using the Side Load Adaptor (BV) pages 24 to 27.
Self-Compensating

are maintenance free, self-contained
hydraulic components. The hermeti-
ycles
cally sealed rolling diaphragm seal
25 m illion c
system used on the MC 150 to MC 600 Up to le
model range provides the highest possib
possible cycle lifetime; up to 25 million
cycles being achievable (this is up to Piston Rod
4 times the life of conventional shock
absorbers.) The rolling diaphragm
18 seal also provides an extremely low
rod return force. These models can be
directly mounted into the end cover
of pneumatic cylinders (up to 7 Bar) to
provide superior end damping com-
pared to normal cylinder cushions. Use Outer Body
of the optional Stop Collar is recom-
mended to provide a positive mechani-
cal stop. By adding the optional Side Rod Bearing
Load Adaptor it is possible to accept
side loads up to 30° from the axis.
The wide range of models available
ensure a seamless range of operation
on applications with effective weights
ranging from 0.9 kg up to 2300 kg
by selecting the appropriate model.
Rolling Diaphragm Seal
Diaphragm Locator
O-Ring
Piston
Install mechanical stop 0.5 to 1 mm before end of stroke.

Impact velocity range : 0.08 to 6 m/s (ensure that effective
weight of application is within range of unit selected.
(Special range units available on request.)
Materials: Steel body with black oxide finish. Hardened
stainless steel piston rod. Rolling seal EPDM (Note: seal
not compatible with petroleum based fluids). If unit to be
used in contact with such fluids specify Neoprene rolling
seal or use air bleed adaptor type SP. Alternatively con-
Pressure sider using model from SC 2 model range (see pages 20
Chamber to 21).
with Metering
Orifices W4 capacity rating (max.
energy per hour Nm/hr):
Ballplug If your application ex-
ceeds tabulated W4 figu-
res consider additional
cooling i.e. cylinder ex-
haust air etc. Ask ACE
for further details.
Operating temperature
range: 0 to 65°C.
On Request: Weartec fi-
nish (seawater-resistant.)
Other special finishes
18 available to special order.
Self-Compensating
Part Number MC . . .
MC 150 M PP 150 AH 14 MB 14
∅ 14,5
20
∅ 4,8
Hub
Stroke ∅ 12
8,5 M14x1,5 AF 12
SW12 5 AF 17
SW17 12,5 5 SW15
∅18 AF 15 12 5 M5
10 20
70 17,5 Thickness
Breite 20
12 mm
12 mm 32
M 14x1 also available to special order
Nylon Button Stop Collar Clamp Mount
MC 225 M PP 225 AH 20 MB 20
19
∅ 20,5
25
∅ 6,3
Hub
Stroke ∅ 17
8,5 M20x1,5 AF 18
SW18 6 AF 24
SW24 12,5 4 ∅ 25 AF 22 12
SW22 6 M6
80 17,5 9 25
Thickness
Breite 28
20 mm
20 mm 40
Nylon Button Stop Collar Clamp Mount

MC 600 M PP 600 AH 25 MB 25
∅ 25,5
32
∅8
Hub
Stroke ∅ 23
9 M25x1,5 SW23
AF 23 8 SW30
AF 30 25,4 6 ∅ 32 AF 27 16
SW27 6 M6
12 32
111 32 Thickness
Breite 34
25 mm
25 mm 46
M 27x3 also available to special order
Clevis mounting available – please ask for details. Nylon Button Stop Collar Clamp Mount
Capacity Chart
Type per cycle per hour Self-compensating Return force time load angle Weight
MC 150 M 17 34 000 0.9 - 10 3-5 0.4
°4 0.06
MC 150 MH 17 34 000 8.6 - 86 3-5 0.4 4 0.06
MC 150 MH2 17 34 000 70 - 200 3-5 0.4 4 0.06
MC 225 M 25 45 000 2.3 - 25 4-6 0.3 4 0.15
MC 225 MH 25 45 000 23 - 230 4-6 0.3 4 0.15
MC 225 MH2 25 45 000 180 - 910 4-6 0.3 4 0.15
MC 600 M 68 68 000 9 - 136 5-9 0.6 2 0.26
MC 600 MH 68 68 000 113 - 1 130 5-9 0.6 2 0.26
MC 600 MH2 68 68 000 400 - 2 300 5-9 0.6 2 0.26
Miniature Shock Absorbers SC 190 to SC 925
Soft-Contact and Self-Compensating

hydraulic components. The SC-Series
provide dual performance benefits.
They provide “soft contact” decelera-
tion where initial impact reaction for-
ces are very low with the advantages
of self-compensation to cope with
changing input energy conditions
without adjustment. They have long
20 stroke lengths (SC 925 with 40 mm Piston Rod
Superstroke) to provide smooth dece-
leration and low reaction forces. They
have an integral mechanical stop and
are ideal for use on handling equip-
ment, linear transfers, rodless cylin- Positive Stop
ders and pneumatic pick and place
Rod Seals
systems etc. The overlapping opera-
ting ranges enable the SC Series to
handle effective weights ranging 0.7 kg
Main Bearing
up to 6350 kg. With the optional side
load adaptor fitted they can cope
with side loads up to 30°. The SC
series units are fully interchangeable
with the adjustable MA range pro-
viding customer choice.
Accumulator
Piston
Piston Check Valve
Pressure Chamber with

Metering Orifices
Return Spring
Fully Threaded Outer Body
Impact velocity range: 0.15 to 3.7 m/s (check selection

calculations on pages 10 & 11 and effective weight ranges
on following page). Special range units available on
request.
Materials: Steel body with black oxide finish. Piston rod
hardened stainless steel.
W4 capacity rating (max. energy per hour Nm/hr): If your
application exceeds tabulated W4 figures consider additio-
nal cooling i. e. cylinder exhaust air etc.
If precise end position datum
is required consider use of the
optional Stop Collar type AH.
Operating temperature range:
-12 to +90°C.
On request: Weartec finish
(seawater resistant) other
special finishes available to
special order.
20
Miniature Shock Absorbers SC 190 to SC 925
Soft-Contact and Self-Compensating
Part Number SC . . . MB 14
SC 190 M
20
∅4 5 M5
Hub 4,6
7 M14x1,5 SW12 5 AF 17
SW17 Stroke ∅ 12 Thickness 20
AF 12 16 Breite
88 27 12 mm
12 mm 32
M 14x1 and M 16x1 also available to special order Clamp Mount
SC 300 M MB 20
25
∅ 4,8
Hub 4,6 6 M6
AF 18 SW24 Stroke
7 M20x1,5 SW18 6 AF 24 19 (15)
∅ 17
Thickness
Breite 28
88 (80) 30 (26) 20 mm
20 mm 40
M 22x1.5 also available to special order Figures in ( ) for SC 300 M8/M9 21
Clamp Mount
SC 650 M MB 25
32
∅ 6,3
Hub
4,6 6 M6
7 M25x1,5 AF 23
SW23 8 AF 30
SW30 Stroke ∅ 23
25,4 (23) Thickness
Breite 34
106,6 36,4 (34) 25 mm
25 mm 46
M 26x1.5 also available to special order Figures in ( ) for SC 650 M8/M9
Clamp Mount
SC 925 M MB 25
32
∅ 6,3
4,6 6 M6
Hub
Stroke
7 M25x1,5 AF 23
SW23 8 AF 30
SW30 ∅ 23
40 Thickness
Breite 34
138 51 25 mm
25 mm 46
Clamp Mount
Available without Rod End Button on request. Further accessories shown on pages 25 and 26.
Capacity Chart
Type per cycle per hour Soft-contact Self-compensating Return force time load angle Weight
W3 W4 min kg max min kg max N s kg
SC 190 M-0 21 34 000 --- - --- 0.7 - 4 4- 9 0.25
°5 0.08
SC 190 M-1 21 34 000 2.3 - 7 1.4 - 7 4- 9 0.25 5 0.08
SC 190 M-2 21 34 000 5.5 - 16 3.6 - 18 4- 9 0.25 5 0.08
SC 190 M-3 21 34 000 14 - 41 9 - 45 4- 9 0.25 5 0.08
SC 190 M-4 21 34 000 34 - 91 23 - 102 4- 9 0.25 5 0.08
SC 300 M-0 33 45 000 --- - --- 0.7 - 4 5 - 10 0.10 5 0.11
SC 300 M-1 33 45 000 2.3 - 7 1.4 - 8 5 - 10 0.10 5 0.11
SC 300 M-2 33 45 000 7 - 23 4.5 - 27 5 - 10 0.10 5 0.11
SC 300 M-3 33 45 000 23 - 68 14 - 82 5 - 10 0.10 5 0.11
SC 300 M-4 33 45 000 68 - 181 32 - 204 5 - 10 0.10 5 0.11
SC 300 M-8 70 45 000 108 - 590 135 - 680 11 - 32 0.10 5 0.10
SC 300 M-9 70 45 000 590 - 1 815 320 - 1 950 11 - 32 0.10 5 0.10
SC 650 M-0 73 68 000 --- - --- 2.3 - 14 11 - 32 0.20 5 0.31
SC 650 M-1 73 68 000 11 - 36 8 - 45 11 - 32 0.20 5 0.31
SC 650 M-2 73 68 000 34 - 113 23 - 136 11 - 32 0.20 5 0.31
SC 650 M-3 73 68 000 109 - 363 68 - 408 11 - 32 0.20 5 0.31
SC 650 M-4 73 68 000 363 - 1 089 204 - 1 180 11 - 32 0.20 5 0.31
SC 650 M-8 210 68 000 1 000 - 2 500 770 - 2 630 11 - 32 0.20 5 0.30
SC 650 M-9 210 68 000 2 270 - 5 700 1 800 - 6 350 11 - 32 0.20 5 0.30
SC 925 M-0 110 90 000 8 - 25 4.5 - 29 11 - 32 0.40 5 0.39
SC 925 M-1 110 90 000 22 - 72 14 - 90 11 - 32 0.40 5 0.39
SC 925 M-2 110 90 000 59 - 208 40 - 272 11 - 32 0.40 5 0.39
SC 925 M-3 110 90 000 181 - 612 113 - 726 11 - 32 0.40 5 0.39
SC 925 M-4 110 90 000 544 - 1 952 340 - 2 088 11 - 32 0.40 5 0.39
Miniature Shock Absorbers FA and MA
Adjustable

hydraulic components. If you prefer a
fully adjustable shock absorber rather
than a self-compensating model on
your application then the FA and MA
Series provide a directly interchangea-
ble alternative. The adjustable series Piston Rod
include an integrated mechanical stop
from the Model MA 225 upwards.
22 These adjustable units have long
stroke lengths (MA 925 with 40 mm
Superstroke) to provide smooth de- Positive Stop
celeration and low reaction forces. Rod Seals
The MA 150 incorporates the proven
rolling diaphragm seal (used on the Main Bearing
MC 150 to MC 600 range) and shares
all the advantages of that technol-
ogy. The stepless adjustment range
of the FA and MA Series covers an
effective weight range from 0.2 kg
up to 2040 kg.
Accumulator
Piston
Piston Check Valve
Metering Orifices
Return Spring
Install a mechanical stop 0.5 to 1 mm before end of stroke

on models up to the MA 150.
Pressure Adjustment: On models MA 35 up to MA150: by turning
and the adjustment screw at rear. On the larger sizes: by
Adjustment
Chamber turning the adjustment knob against the scale marked
0 to 9. After installation cycle the machine a few times
Adjustment and turn the adjustment knob until optimum deceleration
Knob is achieved (i. e. smooth deceleration throughout stroke).
Hard impact at start of stroke ➞ Turn adjuster towards “9”
Hard setdown at end of stroke ➞ Turn adjuster towards “0”
Impact velocity range: MA series 0.3 to 3.6 m/s (check
effective weight calculation.): FA units max. 2 m/s.
hardened stainless steel.
W4 capacity rating
(max. energy per hour Nm/hr):
If your application exceeds
tabulated W4 figures consider
additional cooling i. e. cylinder
exhaust air etc.
Operating emperature range:
Up to MA 150: 0 to 65°C.
From MA 225: -12 to 90°C.
On request: Weartec finish
(seawater resistant) other
special finishes available to
22 special order.
Miniature Shock Absorbers FA and MA
Adjustable
Part Number FA, MA . . . AH 10 MB 10

FA 1008 V-B (VD-B)
14
∅ 2,5 ∅ 14,2 5,5 M4

M10x1 SW
AF 13 3 Hub
Stroke ∅6 20 Thickness 16
11 Breite
8 10 mm
10 mm 25
51 14,5
Stop Collar Clamp Mount
MA 35 M AH 12 MB 12
Einstellschraube
Adjuster screw
16
∅ 3,5 5 M5
AF 16
M12x1 SW 4 Hub
Stroke ∅ 7,6 ∅ 16
4 Thickness
Breite 20
10 20 12 mm
12 mm 32
66 18
MA 150 M-B
Einstellschraube
AH 14 MB 14 23
Adjuster screw
∅ 14,5 20
∅ 4,8 5 M5
Hub
Stroke 4,8 ∅ 18 SW15
AF 15 12
8,5 M14x1,5 AF 12
SW12 5 SW17
AF 17 ∅ 12 Thickness
Breite 20
12,5 20 12 mm
12 mm 32
70 22,5 Stop Collar Clamp Mount
Accessories, mounting, installation… see pages 24 to 28. M 14x1 available to special order.
MA 225 M MB 20
25
∅ 4,8
4,6 6 M6
Hub
Stroke ∅ 17
13,5 M20x1,5 AF 18
SW18 6 AF 24
SW24 19 Thickness 28
Breite
88 30 20 mm
20 mm 40
Clamp Mount
MA 600 M MB 25
32
∅ 6,3
4,6 6 M6
Hub
Stroke ∅ 23
16,5 M25x1,5 AF 23
SW23 8 AF 30
SW30 25,4 Thickness
Breite 34
36,4 25 mm
25 mm 46
106,6
Clamp Mount
Accessories, mounting, installation… see pages 24 to 28. M 27x3 available to special order.
MA 900 M MB 25
32
∅ 6,3
6 M6
Hub 4,6
AF 30 Stroke ∅ 23 Thickness 34
16,5 M25x1,5 SW23
AF 23 8 SW30 40 Breite
25 mm
25 mm 46
138 51 Clamp Mount
Available without rod end button on request. Models MA 600 M/MA 900 M available with clevis mounting (see page 26).
Capacity Chart
Type per cycle per hour Adjustable Return force time load angle Weight
FA 1008 V-B 1.5 3 600 0.6 - 10 3- 6 0.3
°
2.5 0.026
FA 1008 VD-B 1.8 3 600 0.2 - 10 3- 6 0.3 2.5 0.026
MA 35 M 4 6 000 5.9 - 57 5 - 11 0.2 2 0.043
MA 150 M-B 17 35 000 0.9 - 90 3- 5 0.4 5 0.06
MA 225 M 25 45 000 2.3 - 226 5 - 10 0.1 2 0.13
MA 600 M 68 68 000 9 - 1 360 10 - 30 0.2 2 0.31
MA 900 M 100 90 000 14 - 2 040 10 - 35 0.4 1 0.40
Shock Absorber Accessories
M 8 x1
KM 8 AH 8 MB 8 BV 8
M8x1 AF 9
SW9 SW11
AF 11
∅ 11 M8x1
M8x1 ∅ 11
M8x1
AF 11
SW11 12 6 12
3 M4
10 ∅4
Locknut Stop Collar 16 4 10
25 thick
Breite 12
1010mmmm 5
24 Clamp Mount Side Load Adaptor
PB 8 PS 8 AS 8
∅2 ∅ 6,8 ∅ 15 14
∅12 ∅2 M8x1
10
15 2 5 2 20 12
Steel Shroud Steel Button Switch Stop Collar
(for switch) inc. Proximity Switch
M 10 x1
KM 10 AH 10 MB 10 UM 10
M10x1 M10x1
∅ 14
M10x1 5
M10x1
14
AF 13
SW13 20 10 M4 ∅ 4,5
25
3
16 5,5 25
Locknut Stop Collar 25 thick
Breite 38 thick
Breite
10mm
10 mm mm
12 mm
Clamp Mount Universal Mount
BV 10 PB 10 PS 10 AS 10
AFSW11
11
SW13
AF 13
M10x1 ∅ 3,2 ∅ 8,8 ∅ 17 15
∅ 13 ∅14 ∅ 3,2
M10x1
14
22 3 8 3 22 12
11 ∅6
12 Steel Shroud Steel Button Switch Stop Collar
15 (for switch) inc. Proximity Switch
6,5
Side Load Adaptor
M 12 x1
KM 12 AH 12 MB 12 UM 12
M12x1 M12x1
∅ 16
M12x1 M12x1 5
AF 14
SW14 16
4 20 10 25
M5 ∅ 4,5
20 5 25
Breite 38 thick
Breite
12mm
12 mm 12 mm
mm
BV 12 PB 12 PS 12 AS 12
AF 13
SW13
AF 14
SW14
∅ 15 M12x1 ∅ 3,2 ∅ 10,8 ∅ 19
∅16 16
∅ 3,2
M12x1
15
23 3 3 22 12
8
12 ∅7
18 Steel Shroud Steel Button Switch Stop Collar
22 (for switch)
10 inc. Proximity Switch
Side Load Adaptor
M 14x1,5
KM 14 AH 14 MB 14 UM 14
M14x1,5 M14x1,5
∅ 18
M14x1,5 5
M14x1,5
20
SW17
AF 17 20 12 ∅ 4,5
29
5 SW15 M5
AF 15
20 5 34
Breite 45 thick
Breite
1212mmmm 16
16 mm
mm
PP 150 BV 14 BV 14 SC SP 14
AF 16
SW16 AF 17 AF 16
SW16
SW17 AF 17
SW17
∅ 12
M14x1,5 M14x1,5 ∅ 18
∅ 4,8 ∅ 18 ∅ 18
M14x1,5
10 5 SW12
AF 12
10 5,5
12 ∅9 14 ∅9
Nylon Button
for MC 150 M 24
20
30
26
Air Bleed Collar
for MC 150 M
25
12,5 16
Side Load Adaptor Side Load Adaptor
for MC 150 M and MA 150 M for SC 190 M
PB 14 PB 14 SC PS 14 AS 14
∅18 ∅ 4,8 ∅18 ∅4 ∅ 12 ∅ 21 17

∅ 4,8 M14x1,5
15 22
25 4,5 32 4,5 11 4,6 22 10
Steel Shroud Steel Shroud Steel Button Switch Stop Collar

PB 14 for MA 150 M, MC 150 M PB 14 SC for SC 190 M for MC 150 M and MA 150 M inc. Proximity Switch
M 20x1,5
KM 20 AH 20 MB 20 UM 20
M20x1,5 M20x1,5
∅ 25
25,5 10
M20x1,5
M20x1,5
25
SW24
AF 24 25 12 M6 35
6 SW22
AF 22 ∅ 5,5
28 6 35
Breite 47 thick
Breite
20mm
20 mm 16
16 mm
PP 225 BV 20 BV 20 SC SP 20
AF 22
SW22 AF 22
SW22 SW24
SW24
AF 24 AF 24
∅ 17 ∅ 24
∅ 6,3 ∅ 24 M20x1,5 ∅ 24 M20x1,5
M20x1,5
9 4 SW18
AF 18
12 5,4
Nylon Button 14 ∅ 12 14 ∅ 12 Air Bleed Adaptor
for MC 225 M 20 32 for MC 225 M
24 36
12,5 19
for MC 225 M for SC 300 M and MA 225 M
PB 20 PB 20 SC PS 20 AS 20
∅24 ∅ 6,3 ∅ 4,8 ∅ 16,8 ∅ 26 20

∅24
∅ 6,3 M20x1,5
15 26
24 4,6 37 4,6 11 4,6 25 12

PB 20 for MC 225 M PB 20 SC for SC 300 M &. MA 225 M PS 20 for MC 225 M inc. Proximity Switch
M 25 x1,5
KM 25 AH 25 MB 25 UM 25
M25x1,5 M25x1,5
∅ 32
M25x1,5 25,5 10
M25x1,5
32
AF 30
SW30 32 16 35
8 AF 27
SW27 M6 ∅ 5,5
34 6 35
Lock Nut Stop Collar 46 thick
Breite 47 thick
Breite
25mm
25 mm
26 Clamp Mount Universal Mount
1616mm
mm
PP 600 BV 25 BV 25 SC SP 25
AF 27
SW27 AF 27
SW27 AF 30
AF 30
SW30 SW30
∅ 23 M25x1,5 M25x1,5 ∅ 30
∅8 ∅ 30 ∅ 30
M25x1,5
12 6 SW23
AF 23
16 6,4
16 ∅ 16 16 ∅ 16
Nylon Button 38 38 Air Bleed Adaptor
for MC 600 M 44 44 for MC 600 M
25 25
for MC 600 M for SC 650 M and MA 600 M
PB 25 PB 25 SC PS 25 AS 25
∅8 ∅ 29 ∅ 6,3 ∅ 23 ∅ 32
∅ 29 ∅8 23
29 M25x1,5
29
40 4,6 40 4,6 11 4,6 25 12

PB 25 for MC 600 M PB 25 SC for SC 650 M PS 25 for MC 600 M inc. Proximity Switch
and MA 600 M
CR 25 CF 25 Installation:
+0,1 1. Warm standard button and
∅5 breit
8 thick ∅ 30 Sicherungsschraube
Locking Screw ∅ 6,3 88 thick
breit ∅ 5 +0,1
remove from shock absorber.
2. Mount CF 25 and lock in place.
3. Thread on CR or CRA to body
14 14
and adjust centre to centre length.
5 7 8 5 4. Lock CR or CRA in place.
8 9 5. Mechanical stops must be fitted at
20 SC 650 M = max 160 - min 135
SC 925 M = max 205 - min 165
both ends of travel. (approx. 0.5 to
1 mm before end of stroke).
Rear Clevis Front Clevis
for SC 650 M and SC 925 M for SC 650 M and SC 925 M
CRA 25 CF 25
∅ 30
8
20 10 MA 600 M = max 160 - min 135
MA 900 M = max 205 - min 165 8
15
Rear Clevis Front Clevis
for MA 600 M and MA 900 M for MA 600 M and MA 900 M
Mounting and Installation Hints
Up to M 25x1.5
AH… Stop Collar 1. These models have a built in Positive Stop: MC 10,
MC 25, MC 75, SC 190, SC 300, SC 650, SC 925, MA 225,
KM AH MA 600, MA 900. An optional Stop Collar (AH...) can be
Positive Stop
Festanschlag
added to these models if desired to give fine adjustment
of final stopping position.
2. These models do not have a built in positive stop:
MC 150, MC 225, MC 600, FA 1008, MA 35, MA 150.
Stroke
Hub An external mechanical stop must be used with these
shock absorbers (e. g. type AH.. Stop Collar).
MB… Clamp Mount When using the MB Clamp mount no locknut is needed
on the shock absorber (split clamp action). The mounting
block is very compact and allows fine adjustment of the
shock absorber position by turning in and out.
Two socket head screws are included with clamp mount
block.
Hub
Stroke 27
UM… Universal Mount The universal mount can be bolted down on two alterna-
tive faces for mounting versatility. A lock nut is required
KM to secure the shock absorber to the universal mount.
Stroke
Hub
BV; BV… SC Side Load Adaptor The BV adaptor can only be installed onto
a shock absorber without rod end button.
With side load impact angles of more
To order shock absorber without button
than 3° the operating lifetime of the add suffix -880 to part number.
shock absorber reduces rapidly due Rs (Note: Models MC 150 M to MC 600 M are
to increased wear of the rod bearings. supplied as standard without buttons.)
The optional BV side load adaptor
To remove button from existing absorber:
provides a long lasting solution.
Material: Threaded body and plunger: Clamp the shock absorber in mounting
= =
s Hub
Stroke block and warm button carefully. Grip the
Hardened high tensile steel
button with pliers and pull off along rod
α
axis.
Problem:
Plunger Rotating impact motion causes high
side load forces on the piston rod. This
increases bearing wear and possibly
results in rod breakage or bending.
Threaded Solution:
Body Install Side Load Adaptor BV. If possible
halve the impact angle as shown.
Formulae:
a = tan-1 (2 ·sRs ) Rsmin = s
2 · tanamax
Example:
s = 0.025 m a max = 25° (Type BV-600)
Rs = 0.1 m
Shock Absorber
a = tan-1 (
0.025
2 · 0.1 ) Rsmin = 0.025
2 · tan 25
a = 7.13° Rsmin = 0.027 m
a = side load angle ° Rs = mounting radius m
a max = max. angle ° Rsmin = min. possible
s = absorber stroke m mounting radius m
NOTE: The BV adaptor can only be installed on shock absorbers without rod end button.
Up to M 25x1.5
SP… Air Bleed Collar Air Bleed Collar (includes integral stop collar) protects
shock absorber from ingress of abrasive contaminants like
∅3 cement, paper or wood dust into the rod seal area. It also
prevents aggressive fluids such as cutting oils, coolants
Wiper ring
Abstreifring
etc. damaging the seals. Air bleed supply 0.5 to 1 bar. Low
air consumption. The constant air bleed prevents con-
taminants passing the wiper ring and entering the shock
absorber seal area.
SP Air bleed collar Note: Do not switch off air supply whilst machine is
Shock absorber
Stoßdämpfer operating!
28
PB… Steel Shroud Grinding beads, sand, welding splatter, paints and adhesi-
ves etc. can adhere to the piston rod. They then damage
the rod seals and the shock absorber quickly fails. In many
cases the installation of the optional steel shroud can pro-
Stroke
Hub vide worthwhile protection and increase lifetime.
PBPBSteel shroud Note: When installing don’t forget to allow operating
space for the shroud to move as the shock absorber is
Stroke
Hub
cycled.
Shock absorber
Stoßdämpfer
PS…; AS… Steel button, PNP 250-3

Switch Stop Collar Proximity Switch
AS
AS PS
PS M 2,5 thick
9 breit
max 1 mm
∅ 2,5
10
2,5
Stroke
Hub Length
Länge 7 10
App. 21
AS inc. Proximity switch PNP ca.600
600
The new ACE StopLight limit switch combination can

be mounted on all popular shock absorber models. 250-3 PNP
Features: Very short, compact mounting package. Circuit diagram PNP-switch
Good Price/Performance combination.
Can be fitted to standard shock absorber. red
Fine adjustment of stroke/signal is possible. +V
The steel button type PS is fitted as standard on the

max.
Models: SC 190, SC 300, SC 650, SC 925, MA 225, MA 600, Prox. 100mA
and MA 900. main
With all other models you must order the PS button as circuit
an optional accessory. white
Red Load
LED
Mounting: Fix the steel button onto the end of the piston OV
rod using Loctite 290. Attention! Take care not to leave any
black
adhesive on the piston rod as this will cause seal damage.
Thread the Switch Stop Collar onto the front of the shock
absorber and secure in position. Switch cable should not
PNP Proximity Switch Data
be routed close to power cables.
Supply voltage: 10 - 27 VDC
Ripple < 10 %
Load current max: 100 mA
Operating temperature range: -10°C to + 60°C
Residual voltage: max. 1 V
Protection: IP67 (IEC 144) with LED-Indicator
Proximity Switch N/Open when shock absorber extended.
When shock absorber is fully compressed switch closes
and LED Indicator lights.
For Magnum M 33x1.5 to M 64x2
BV… Side Load Adaptor
For side load impact angles from 3° to 25°.
With side load impact angles of more than 3° the opera-

ting lifetime of the shock absorber reduces rapidly due to
increased wear of the rod bearings. The optional BV side
load adaptor provides a long lasting solution. For moun-
ting the adaptor has the same outer thread as the next
larger size of standard shock absorber i. e.:
BV 3325 (M 45x1.5) for MC, MA, ML 3325 (M 33x1.5)
BV 4525 (M 64x2) for MC, MA, ML 4525 (M 45x1.5)
Material: Threaded body and plunger hardened high
tensile steel.
Shock Absorber Adaptor Body Plunger
For calculation example see page 27. 29
PB… Steel Shroud
For thread sizes M 33x1.5 and M 45x1.5 with 25 mm stroke.
Grinding beads, sand, welding splatter, paints and adhe-

sives etc. can adhere to the piston rod. They then damage
the rod seals and the shock absorber quickly fails. In many
cases the installation of the optional Steel Shroud can
provide worthwhile protection and increase lifetime.
Material: Hardened high tensile steel.
Stroke
Note!
When installing don’t forget to allow operating space
for the shroud to move as the shock absorber is cycled. Shock Absorber Steel Shroud
AS… Switch Stop Collar
For Thread sizes M 33x1.5 and M 45x1.5 Proximity Switch
The new ACE StopLight Switch Stop Collar combination

serves as a safety element to provide stroke position infor-
mation for automatically sequenced machines. The com-
pact construction allows its use in nearly any application.
The standard rod button is detected by the proximity
switch at the end of its stroke to provide switch actuation.
The switch is normally open when the shock absorber is
extended and only closes when it has completed its oper-
ating stroke.
The AS Switch Stop Collar combination is only delivered
ready mounted onto the shock absorber c/w the switch.
Material: Hardened high tensile steel.
Switch
For circuit diagram of proximity switch see page 28. Shock Absorber Stop Collar Steel Button
Industrial Shock Absorbers MC 33 to MC 64
Self-Compensating Magnum Series
This brand new range of self-compen-

sating shock absorbers is part of the
innovative new MAGNUM Series from
ACE. Using the next generation of
deceleration technology it meets the
application demands of the new Mil-
lenium. You profit from the enhanced
product life in the most difficult opera-
ting environments provided by the
latest seal technology, hardened main
30 bearing and also the integrated positive
stop. You achieve 50 % more Energy
absorption capacity and a much wider
range of effective weight capability
(between 3 kg and 63 700 kg!). This
offers you the capability of mounting
shock absorbers with the highest ener-
gy capacity ratings for their size in the
Industry and allows full exploitation Integrated Positive Stop
of your machinery potential. You
can now access new possibilities
in machine design and con-
struction since this new range
offers such features as a Hardened Main Bearing
fully threaded outer body
and a new clamping
flange system. Fully Threaded Outer Body
Membrane Accumulator
Increased Piston Area

Hardened Piston Ring
Hardened One-Piece
Pressure Chamber
Impact velocity range: 0.15 up to 5 m/s (on request

under 0.15 m/s and up to 20 m/s.)
Oil filling: Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) 42cSt.
Materials: Steel with black oxide finish. Piston rod high
tensile steel, hardened and chrome plated. Rod end button
hardened steel with black oxide finish. Zinc plated return
spring.
For optimum heat dissipation do not paint shock absorber.
Heavy Duty Capacity Rating: For Emergency Use only applications it is
One-Piece sometimes possible to exceed the published max. capacity
Steel Outer ratings. Please consult ACE for further details. If your
Body
application exceeds the tabulated W4 figures (max. energy
per hour Nm/hr) consider additional cooling. Ask ACE for
further details.
Mounting: In any posi-
tion.
Temperature range:
-12 to 70°C. For higher
temperatures consult
ACE.
On Request: plated
Model Type Prefix: finishes. Weartec finish
MC = Self-contained with return spring
(seawater resistant),
(This is standard model.)
special oils. Mounting
MCA = Air/Oil return without return spring.
inside air cylinders and
Use only with external air/oil tank.
other special options
30 are available on request.
Industrial Shock Absorbers MA and ML 33 to 64
Adjustable Magnum Series
This new adjustable shock absorber

from ACE is unique. The innovative
MAGNUM Series models provide the
next generation of deceleration tech-
nology to meet the needs of the future.
The latest seal technology, a hardened
main bearing and the integrated posi-
tive stop provide a significant increase
in operating lifetime. Other innovations
such as the front and rear adjuster,
new clamping flanges and the fully
threaded outer body provide many new
options in installation and mounting.
Exploit the advantages of this new se-
ries in your applications with it's 50 %
increased energy capacity and a much Front Adjuster
wider effective weight range. The
effective weight range extends from
9 kg up to 79 400 kg. The MA range Integrated Positive Stop 31
models cover the majority of
standard applications, whilst the
ML range is specially designed
for low velocity/high effective
weight applications from Hardened Main Bearing
300 kg up to 500 000 kg
effective weight.
Membrane Accumulator
Increased Piston Area

Hardened Piston Ring
Hardened One-Piece
Pressure Chamber
Impact velocity range: Type ML: 0.02 up to 0.46 m/s,

Type MA: 0.15 up to 5 m/s, (up to 20 m/s on request.)
Oil filling: Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) 42cSt.
Materials: Steel with black oxide finish. Piston rod high
tensile steel, hardened and chrome plated. Rod end button
hardened steel with black oxide finish. Zinc plated return
spring.
For optimum heat dissipation do not paint shock absorber.
Capacity Rating: For Emergency Use Only applications it is
sometimes possible to exceed the published max. capacity
ratings. Please consult ACE for further details. If your
Heavy Duty
One-Piece application exceeds the tabulated W4 figures (max. energy
Steel Outer per hour Nm/hr) consider additional cooling. Ask ACE for
Body further details.
Adjustment: Turning the front stop collar or rear adjuster
towards 0 makes the unit
Rear
harder. Turning towards
Adjuster
9 makes the unit softer.
Temperature range: -12
to +70°C. For higher tem-
peratures consult ACE.
Model Type Prefix: On Request: plated fin-
MA, ML = Self-contained with return spring
ishes. Weartec finish (se-
(This is standard model.)
awater resistant), special
MAA, MLA = Air/Oil return without return
oils. Mounting inside air
spring. Use only with external
cylinders and other spe-
Air/oil Tank.
cial options are available
on request. 31
Industrial Shock Absorbers MC/MA/ML 33
Self-Compensating and Adjustable
Adjuster ring (only MA and ML) Positive Stop
Adjuster (only MA and ML)
M 36x1.5 also available to order

32
Square Flange and Foot mountings do not require the use of a Locking Ring for installation (new slotted clamping system).
S 33
56
8
40
20
20
10 L1 max
min L3 ∅6,6
42
Side Foot Mounting Kit
S 33 = 2 Flanges + 4 Screws M 6x40, DIN 912 Tightening torque 11 Nm
Note: For replacing older models order S 1200 (250-0294) Clamping torque > 90 Nm
C 33 SF 33
13 thick Pin
13 thick retainer
Clevis Mounting Kit Clevis Flange

C 33 = 2 Clevis eyes. Delivered assembled to shock absorber. SF 33 = Flange + 4 screws M 6x20 DIN 912
Note: For replacing older models order C 1200 (250-0323) Tightening torque 7.5 Nm
Conforms to: Audi + VW 39D1307/2/032, VDMA 24562 part 2
Daimler Chr. B801520023647, Opel-GM M13911673
Dimensions in mm
Type Stroke A max B max L1 min L1 max L2 L3 L5 max L6 max
MC, MA, ML 3325 M 25 138 23 25 60 83 68 39 168
MC, MA, ML 3350 M 50 189 48.5 32 86 108 93 64 218
Capacity Chart
Max. Energy capacity Nm soft * Effective weight me hard Rod Max.
W4 per hour Return force reset side load
Type **per cycle Self- With air/ With oil -0 -1 -2 -3 -4 N time angle Weight
W3 contained oil tank recirculation min kg max min kg max min kg max min kg max min kg max min max s o kg
MC 3325 M 155 75 000 124 000 169 000 3 - 11 9 - 40 30 - 120 100 - 420 350 - 1 420 45 - 90 0.03 4 0.45
MC 3350 M 310 85 000 135 000 180 000 5 - 22 18 - 70 60 - 250 210 - 840 710 - 2 830 45 - 135 0.06 3 0.54
* Effective weight me
Type MA Type ML
min kg max min kg max
MA, ML 3325 M 170 75 000 124 000 169 000 9 - 1 700 300 - 50 000 45 - 90 0.03 4 0.45
MA, ML 3350 M 340 85 000 135 000 180 000 13 - 2 500 500 - 80 000 45 - 135 0.06 3 0.54
* The effective weight range limits can be raised or lowered to special order.
** For Emergency Use Only applications it is sometimes possible to exceed the above ratings. Please consult ACE for further details.
For New Installations and Interchange Requirements
M 33x1.5 For use on new installations:

NM 33 QF 33
6,6
40
Clamping
Klemm-
slot
schlitz
Install with 4 machine screws with
thick
Breite tightening torque: = 11 Nm
32 mm
12 mm Clamping torque: > 90 Nm
6 44
Locking Ring Square Flange
BV 3325 AS 33 PB 3325
max. 35
Hub M45x1,5 25°
Stroke
M33x1,5 25
23
∅ 15
∅ 30
∅ 35
33
Hub
Stroke 25
48 ∅ 30 37
31 Hub
Stroke
100
Switch Stop Collar
Side Load Adaptor inc. Proximity Switch Steel Shroud
Mounting, installation etc. see pages 28 and 29.
Interchange Parts for the earlier Types MC 120…, A 1/2 x…, LVA 1/2 x…
PP 1200 (1/2) RFL 1200 (1/2) AH 1200 (1/2) AHP 1200 (1/2)
∅ 31 41 28 ∅33 ∅33
∅7
11 42 ∅ 38 21 ∅ 38 33
54
Breite 10mm
Thickness 10 mm 37 49
PolyPad 250-0011 Rectangular Flange Stop Collar Stop Collar for use with
Disassembly of shock Locking ring also required 250-0334 PolyPad PP 250-0334P
absorber required Disassembly of shock
absorber required
C 1200 (1/2)
∅ 6,4 ∅ 40
19 ∅ 6,4 19
12 28
12,7 8 L6 max 7 12,7
Clevis Mounting
Clevis Mounting Kit C 1200 (250-0323) = 1 Rear clevis flange + 1 Rod clevis + 1 Locking ring (supplied assembled to shock absorber).
S 1200 (1/2)
12,8
54
Dimensions
20,5 Stroke L1** L4 L6 max.
∅7 25 97 47.4 167
22 50 122 73.4 218
13
6,4 ** Dimension can be altered.
6,4 L1max 60
L4 70
L1min
Side Foot Mounting

Foot Mounting Kit S 1200 (250-0294) = 2 Rectangular flanges + 2 Side bars + 2 Locking rings + 4 Socket head screws.
34
S 45
80
16
56
28
25
12,5 L1 max
min L3 ∅9
60
S 45 = 2 Flanges + 4 Screws M 8x50, DIN 912 Tightening torque 27 Nm
C 45 SF 45
20 thick 20 thick Pin

retainer

C 45 = 2 Clevis eyes. Delivered assembled to shock absorber. SF 45 = Flange + 4 screws M 8x20 DIN 912
Note: For replacing older models order C 1400 (250-0325) Tightening torque 7.5 Nm
Conforms to: Audi + VW 39D1307/2/050, VDMA 24562 part 2
Dimensions in mm
MC, MA, ML 4525 M 25 145 23 32 66 95 66 43 200
MC, MA, ML 4550 M 50 195 48.5 40 92 120 91 68 250
MC, MA 4575 M 75 246 74 50 118 145 116 93 300
Capacity Chart
Max. Energy capacity Nm soft * Effective weight me hard Rod Max.
**per W4 per hour Return force reset side load
Type cycle self- with air/ with oil -0 -1 -2 -3 -4 N time angle Weight
W3 contained oil tank recirculation min kg max min kg max min kg max min kg max min kg max min max s
° kg
MC 4525 M 340 107 000 158 000 192 000 7 - 27 20 - 90 80 - 310 260 - 1 050 890 - 3 540 70 - 100 0.03 4 1.13
MC 4550 M 680 112 000 192 000 248 000 13 - 54 45 - 180 150 - 620 520 - 2 090 1 800 - 7 100 70 - 145 0.08 3 1.36
MC 4575 M 1 020 146 000 225 000 282 000 20 - 80 70 - 270 230 - 930 790 - 3 140 2 650 -10 600 50 - 180 0.11 2 1.59
* Effective weight me
Type MA Type ML
MA, ML 4525 M 390 107 000 158 000 192 000 40 - 10 000 3 000 - 110 000 70 - 100 0.03 4 1.13
MA, ML 4550 M 780 112 000 192 000 248 000 70 - 14 500 5 000 - 180 000 70 - 145 0.08 3 1.36
MA 4575 M 1 170 146 000 225 000 282 000 70 - 15 000 50 - 180 0.11 2 1.59
M 45x1.5 For use on new installations:

NM 45 QF 45
9
57 Clamping
Klemm-
slot
schlitz
thick
Breite tightening torque: = 27 Nm
42 mm
15 mm
10 56 Clamping torque: > 200 Nm
BV 4525 AS 45 PB 4525
max. 35
Hub M64x2
Stroke 20°
M45x1,5 25
30
∅ 20
∅ 40 ∅ 48
35
Hub
Stroke 25
52 ∅ 42 37
Hub
Stroke
33
100
Switch Stop Collar
Side Load Adaptor inc. Proximity Switch Steel Shroud
Mounting, installation etc. see pages 28 and 29.
Interchange Parts for the earlier Types MC 140…, A 3/4 x…, LVA 3/4 x…
PP 1400 (3/4) RFL 1400 (3/4) QFL 1400 (3/4) AH 1400 (3/4) AHP 1400 (3/4)
∅ 45 57 41,2 57 41,2 ∅45 ∅50
∅9 ∅9
17,5 60 41,2 ∅ 57 19 ∅57 36
76 57
Breite
thick 13mm
13 mm Breite
thick13mm
13 mm 38 56
PolyPad 250-0001 Rectangular Flange Square Flange Stop Collar Stop Collar for use with
Disassembly of shock Locking ring also required Locking ring also required 250-0335 PolyPad PP 250-0335P
absorber required
C 1400 (3/4)
25,4 ∅ 12,7 ∅ 57
25,4 ∅ 9,5 26
27 17,5
13 13 L6 max 13 19
Clevis Mounting
S 1400 (3/4)
6,5
57
Dimensions
28,5 Stroke L1** L4 L6 max.
∅9 25 89 49.5 200
29,5 50 111 77.5 250
14 75 136 103.5 301
22 6,5 76 ** Dimension can be altered.
L1max 10 95
13 L4
L1min
Side Foot Mounting
Foot Mounting Kit S 1400 (250-0300) = 2 Square flanges + 2 Side bars + 2 Locking rings + 4 Socket head screws.

with 150 mm stroke Ø 60
36
S 64
100
12
80
40
25
12,5 L1 max
min L3 ∅11
78
S 64 = 2 Flanges + 4 Screws M10x80, DIN 912 Tightening torque 50 Nm
C 64 SF 64
24 thick Pin
24 thick retainer

C 64 = 2 Clevis eyes. Delivered assembled to shock absorber. SF 64 = Flange + 4 Screws M 10x20 DIN 912
Note: For replacing older models order C 1600 (250-0327) Tightening torque 15 Nm
** with 150 mm stroke Dia. 60 mm. Order C 64/150. Conforms to: Audi + VW 39D1307/2/050, VDMA 24562 part 2
Dimensions in mm
ML 6425 M 25 174 23 40 86 114 75.5 60 260
MC, MA, ML 6450 M 50 225 48.5 50 112 140 100 85 310
MC, MA 64100 M 100 326 99.5 64 162 191 152 136 410
MC, MA 64150 M 150 450 150 80 212 241 226 187 530
Capacity Chart
Max. Energy capacity Nm soft *Effective weight me hard Rod Max.
W4 per hour Return force reset side
Type **per cycle self- with air/ with oil -0 -1 -2 -3 -4 N time load Weight
W3 contained oil tank recirculation min kg max min kg max min kg max min kg max min kg max min max s o kg
MC 6450 M 1 700 146 000 293 000 384 000 35 - 140 140 - 540 460 - 1 850 1 600- 6 300 5 300-21 200 90 - 155 0.12 4 2.90
MC 64100 M 3 400 192 000 384 000 497 000 70 - 280 270 - 1 100 930 - 3 700 3 150-12 600 10 600-42 500 105 - 270 0.34 3 3.70
MC 64150 M 5 100 248 000 497 000 644 000 100 - 460 410 - 1 640 1 390 - 5 600 4 700-18 800 16 000-63 700 75 - 365 0.48 2 5.10
*Effective weight me
Type MA Type ML
ML 6425 M 1 020 124 000 248 000 332 000 7 000 - 300 000 120 - 155 0.06 5 2.50
MA, ML 6450 M 2 040 146 000 293 000 384 000 220 - 50 000 11 000 - 500 000 90 - 155 0.12 4 2.90
MA 64100 M 4 080 192 000 384 000 497 000 270 - 52 000 105 - 270 0.34 3 3.70
MA 64150 M 6 120 248 000 497 000 644 000 330 - 80 000 75 - 365 0.48 2 5.10
M 64x2 For use on new installations:

NM 64 QF 64
11
76
Clamping
Klemm-
schlitz
slot
thick tightening torque: = 50 Nm
58 Breite
10 20 mm Clamping torque: > 210 Nm
80
37
Interchange Parts for the earlier Types MC 160…, A 1 1/8 x…, LVA 1 1/8 x…
PP 1600 (1 1/8) QFL 1600 (1 1/8) AH 1600 (1 1/8) AHP 1600 (1 1/8)
∅ 57 89 70 ∅64 ∅64
18 ∅10,6
70 22 ∅76
∅ 76 44
89 (44)
Breite
thick 16mm
16 mm 47 69
(69)
PolyPad 250-0002 Square Flange 250-0302 Stop Collar 250-0336 Stop Collar for use with
Disassembly of shock Locking ring also required PolyPad PP 250-0336P
absorber required
C 1600 (1 1/8)
38 ∅ 19 ∅ 76
32 ∅ 19,1 38
33 35
16 19 L6 max 16 32
Clevis Mounting
S 1600 (1 1/8)
9,5
89
Dimensions
45 Stroke L1** L4 L6 max.
∅ 10,6 25 102 64 257
45 50 127 90 309
19 100 178 140 410
9,5 124 150 229 214 530
17,5 L1max 17,5 L4 143 ** Dimension can be altered.
L1min
Side Foot Mounting
Foot Mounting Kit S 1600 (250-0303) = 2 Square flanges + 2 Side bars + 2 Locking rings + 4 Socket head screws.
Magnum Series Conversion Chart
Energy Capacity and Effective Weight
Max. Energy capacity Nm Effective weight me Max. Energy capacity Nm Effective weight me
Old model New model
W3 per cycle min kg max W3 per cycle min kg max
MC 1201 M-0 102 3 - 11 MC 3325 M-0 155 3 - 11
MC 1201 M-1 102 7 - 34 MC 3325 M-1 155 9 - 40
MC 1201 M-2 102 23 - 113 MC 3325 M-2 155 30 - 120
MC 1201 M-3 102 91 - 450 MC 3325 M-3 155 100 - 420
A 1/2 x 1 115 5 - 450 MA 3325 M 170 9 - 1 700
LVA 1/2 x 1 115 300 - 50 000 ML 3325 M 170 300 - 50 000
MC 1202 M-0 204 5 - 22 MC 3350 M-0 310 5 - 22
MC 1202 M-1 204 13 - 68 MC 3350 M-1 310 18 - 70
38 MC 1202 M-2 204 45 - 225 MC 3350 M-2 310 60 - 250
MC 1202 M-3 204 180 - 900 MC 3350 M-3 310 210 - 840
A 1/2 x 2 230 10 - 810 MA 3350 M 340 13 - 2 500
LVA 1/2 x 2 230 500 - 80 000 ML 3350 M 340 500 - 80 000
MC 1401 M-0 226 11 - 56 MC 4525 M-0 340 7 - 27
MC 4525 M-1 340 20 - 90
MC 1401 M-1 226 45 - 230 MC 4525 M-2 340 80 - 310
MC 1401 M-2 226 160 - 770 MC 4525 M-3 340 260 - 1 050
MC 1401 M-3 226 545 - 2 750 MC 4525 M-4 340 890 - 3 450
A 3/4 x 1 260 27 - 3 600 MA 4525 M 390 40 - 10 000
LVA 3/4 x 1 260 3 000 - 110 000 ML 4525 M 390 3 000 - 110 000
MC 1402 M-0 452 23 - 113 MC 4550 M-0 680 13 - 54
MC 4550 M-1 680 45 - 180
MC 1402 M-1 452 90 - 450 MC 4550 M-2 680 150 - 620
MC 1402 M-2 452 320 - 1 550 MC 4550 M-3 680 520 - 2 090
MC 1402 M-3 452 1 090 - 5 450 MC 4550 M-4 680 1 800 - 7 100
A 3/4 x 2 520 43 - 6 300 MA 4550 M 780 70 - 14 500
LVA 3/4 x 2 520 5 000 - 180 000 ML 4550 M 780 5 000 - 180 000
MC 1403 M-0 678 34 - 170 MC 4575 M-0 1 020 20 - 80
MC 4575 M-1 1 020 70 - 270
MC 1403 M-1 678 136 - 680 MC 4575 M-2 1 020 230 - 930
MC 1403 M-2 678 450 - 2 260 MC 4575 M-3 1 020 790 - 3 140
MC 1403 M-3 678 1 630 - 8 160 MC 4575 M-4 1 020 2 650 - 10 600
A 3/4 x 3 780 54 - 9 500 MA 4575 M 1 170 70 - 15 000
LVA 11/8 x 1 680 7 000 - 300 000 ML 6425 M 1 020 7 000 - 300 000
MC 1602 M-0 1 130 35 - 170 MC 6450 M-0 1 700 35 - 140
MC 1602 M-1 1 130 136 - 680 MC 6450 M-1 1 700 140 - 540
MC 1602 M-2 1 130 450 - 2 270 MC 6450 M-2 1 700 460 - 1 850
MC 1602 M-3 1 130 1 800 - 9 070 MC 6450 M-3 1 700 1 600 - 6 300
A 11/8 x 2 1 360 73 - 13 000 MA 6450 M 2 040 220 - 50 000
LVA 11/8 x 2 1 360 11 000 - 500 000 ML 6450 M 2 040 11 000 - 500 000
MC 1604 M-0 2 260 69 - 340 MC 64100 M-0 3 400 70 - 280
MC 1604 M-1 2 260 270 - 1 360 MC 64100 M-1 3 400 270 - 1 100
MC 1604 M-2 2 260 900 - 4 540 MC 64100 M-2 3 400 930 - 3 700
MC 1604 M-3 2 260 3 630 - 18 100 MC 64100 M-3 3 400 3 150 - 12 600
A 11/8 x 4 2 720 118 - 18 000 MA 64100 M 4 080 270 - 52 000
MC 1606 M-0 3 390 102 - 510 MC 64150 M-0 5 100 100 - 460
MC 1606 M-1 3 390 410 - 2 040 MC 64150 M-1 5 100 410 - 1 640
MC 1606 M-2 3 390 1 360 - 6 800 MC 64150 M-2 5 100 1 390 - 5 600
MC 1606 M-3 3 390 5 450 - 27 200 MC 64150 M-3 5 100 4 700 - 18 800
A 11/8 x 6 4 080 132 - 24 000 MA 64150 M 6 120 330 - 80 000
NOTE! Due to the increased effective weight range of the new Magnum Series there may be some overlap
of the suggested replacement (conversion) models.
Interchange Chart Magnum Series
Mounting Options for Spares / Replacement Purposes
To convert existing installations using older type shock absorbers to the new Magnum Series units use the following
interchange accessories to match the old mounting centres. For dimensions see pages 33, 35 and 37 (Interchange Parts).
NOTE: On new applications we recommend the use of the new Magnum mounting accessories shown on pages 32 to 37.
Old Model New Magnum

Part number Stroke mm Part number Part number Stroke mm Part number
Mounting with Rectangular Flange

MC 1201 M 25 250-0293 MC 3325 M 25 RFL 1200 RFL 1200-1400
MC 1202 M 50 250-0293 MC 3350 M 50 RFL 1200
A 1/2 x 1 25 250-0019 MA 3325 M 25 RFL 1200
A 1/2 x 2 50 250-0019 MA 3350 M 50 RFL 1200
LVA 1/2 x 1 25 250-0019 ML 3325 M 25 RFL 1200
LVA 1/2 x 2 50 250-0019 ML 3350 M 50 RFL 1200
MC 1401 M 25 250-0299 MC 4525 M 25 RFL 1400 Rectangular Flange
MC 1402 M 50 250-0299 MC 4550 M 50 RFL 1400 Order with 1 Locking ring.
MC 1403 M 75 250-0299 MC 4575 M 75 RFL 1400
A 3/4 x 1 25 250-0024 MA 4525 M 25 RFL 1400
A 3/4 x 2
A 3/4 x 3
50
75
250-0024
250-0024
MA 4550 M
MA 4575 M
50
75
RFL 1400
RFL 1400
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LVA 3/4 x 1 25 250-0024 ML 4525 M 25 RFL 1400
LVA 3/4 x 2 50 250-0024 ML 4550 M 50 RFL 1400
Mounting with Square Flange

MC 1401 M 25 250-0298 MC 4525 M 25 QF 45 QFL 1400-1600
MC 1402 M 50 250-0298 MC 4550 M 50 QF 45
MC 1403 M 75 250-0298 MC 4575 M 75 QF 45
A 3/4 x 1 25 250-0023 MA 4525 M 25 QF 45
A 3/4 x 2 50 250-0023 MA 4550 M 50 QF 45
A 3/4 x 3 75 250-0023 MA 4575 M 75 QF 45
LVA 3/4 x 1 25 250-0023 ML 4525 M 25 QF 45
Square Flange
LVA 3/4 x 2 50 250-0023 ML 4550 M 50 QF 45
Order with 1 Locking ring.
MC 1602 M 50 250-0302 MC 6450 M 50 QFL 1600
MC 1604 M 100 250-0302 MC 64100 M 100 QFL 1600
MC 1606 M 150 250-0302 MC 64150 M 150 QFL 1600
A 1 1/8 x 2 50 250-0028 MA 6450 M 50 QFL 1600
A 1 1/8 x 4 100 250-0028 MA 64100 M 100 QFL 1600
A 1 1/8 x 6 150 250-0028 MA 64150 M 150 QFL 1600
LVA 1 1/8 x 1 25 250-0028 ML 6425 M 25 QFL 1600
LVA 1 1/8 x 2 50 250-0028 ML 6450 M 50 QFL 1600
Mounting with Clevis Mount attachments

MC 1200 M series 250-0323 MC 3300 M series C 1200 C 1200-1600
A, LVA 1/2" bore series 250-0225 MA, ML 3300 M series C 1200
MC 1400 M series 250-0325 MC 4500 M series C 1400
A, LVA 3/4" bore series 250-0027 MA, ML 4500 M series C 1400
MC 1600 M series 250-0327 MC 6400 M series C 1600
A, LVA 1 1/8" bore series 250-0032 MA, ML 6400 M series C 1600
Clevis Mounting Set = 1 Rod end clevis

+ 1 Rear clevis flange + 1 Locking ring.
Mounting with Foot Mount attachments
MC 1200 M series 250-0294 MC 3300 M series S 1200 S 1200-1600
A, LVA 1/2" bore series 250-0021 MA, ML 3300 M series S 1200
MC 1400 M series 250-0300 MC 4500 M series S 1400
A, LVA 3/4" bore series 250-0054 MA, ML 4500 M series S 1400
MC 1600 M series 250-0303 MC 6400 M series S 1600
A, LVA 1 1/8" bore series 250-0060 MA, ML 6400 M series S 1600
Foot Mounting Set = 2 Flanges + 2 Foot Bars

+ 2 Locking rings + 4 Cap head screws.
Interchange Details A 1 1/2
Replacement with the Magnum Series MA 64 and MC 64
Earlier Model New Magnum Series

Code Adjustable *W3 Stroke Adjustable *W3 Stroke Self-compensating *W3 Stroke
1 A 1 1/2x2 1 800 50 MA 6450 2 040 50 MC 6450 1 700 50
2 A 1 1/2x3 1/2 3 200 89 MA 64100 4 080 100 MC 64100 3 400 100
3 A 1 1/2x5 4 500 127 MA 64100 4 080 100 MC 64100 3 400 100
4 A 1 1/2x6 1/2 5 900 165 MA 64150 6 120 150 MC 64150 5 100 150
* W3 = Max. energy capacity per cycle in Nm.
A 1 1/2 x …-R (Rear Flange) MA 64 …, MC 64 … Dimensions

40
Code L1
1 196
2 233
76 3 271
4 329
13
20 Hub
Stroke 60 Stroke
Hub
L1 100 L1
Flange QFR 64-1 1/2
A 1 1/2 x …-F (Front Flange) MA 64 …, MC 64 … Dimensions

Code L2
1 55
2 54
76 3 54
4 73
13
L2 Stroke
Hub 100 L2 Stroke
Hub
20 20
Flange QFF 64-1 1/2
A 1 1/2 x …-S (Side Foot mounting) MA 64 …, MC 64 … Dimensions

Code L3 L4
100
2 170 59
3 208 59
∅ 13 4 246 78
51
18
16 140 16 L4 Stroke
Hub
L4 Stroke
Hub 165 L3
L3
Foot mount set S 64-1 1/2
A 1 1/2 x …-C (Clevis mounting) MA 64 …, MC 64 …

Nutmutter NMNM
Locking Ring 64 64
31,8 15,9 38 31,8 15,9 38
∅19,1 ∅19,1
∅19,1 ∅19,1
19 L5 min
max 16 19 L5 min
max 16
Clevis mount set C 64-1 1/2
Dimensions
**A1 1/2 **MA 64
Code L5 min L5 max L5 max
1 278.0 328.6 328.0
2 317.0 405.6 417.0
3 353.0 481.8 453.0
4 412.0 577.0 562.0
** Note! L5 max. is not the same.
Large Bore Shock Absorbers
Adjustable
…still available
Model Stroke per cycle per hour min kg max

Part number mm W3 W4
A 1 1/2 x 2 51 1 800 362 000 195 - 32 000
A 1 1/2 x 3 1/2 89 3 200 633 000 218 - 36 000
A 1 1/2 x 5 127 4 500 904 000 227 - 41 000
A 1 1/2 x 6 1/2 165 5 900 1 180 000 308 - 45 000
All Models are available with Foot mounting -S, Clevis mounting -C,
Rear Flange mounting -R or Front Flange mounting -F.
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…still available
Model Stroke per cycle per hour min kg max

Part number mm W3 W4
SAHS 2 x 2 51 2 100 1 100 000 254 - 32 000
SAHS 2 x 4 102 4 200 1 350 000 254 - 50 000
SAHS 2 x 6 152 6 300 1 600 000 254 - 63 000
SAHS 2 x 8 203 8 500 1 900 000 290 - 82 000
SAHS 2 x 10 254 10 600 2 200 000 390 - 95 000
SAHS 3 x 5 127 11 500 2 230 000 480 - 127 000
SAHS 3 x 8 203 18 400 3 600 000 500 - 186 000
SAHS 3 x 12 305 27 600 5 500 000 500 - 250 000
All Models are available with Foot mounting -S, Clevis mounting -C,
Rear Flange mounting -R or Front Flange mounting -F.
Data sheets and documentation are available for all

products on request.
Heavy Industrial Shock Absorbers CA 2 to CA 4
Self-Compensating
The new CA 2 and CA 3 complete

the ACE product range of self-compen-
sating shock absorbers. With these
units ACE now has a continuous range
of self-compensating units to handle
effective weights from 0.3 kg up to Button
326,000 kg. The robust CA Series
NEW
units are designed for really heavy
duty applications. Damage caused
by errors in adjustment setting is
42 ruled out by their self-compensating
design. You can select the correct
model for your application using the
ACE Selection Program or by using
the capacity charts. Replacing existing
shock absorbers with the new self-
compensating CA Series is easy –
just give us the type and adjustment
setting of your existing units and
we will do the rest! Return Spring
In comparison with the earlier SAHS
range the new CA 2" has 70 % and
Piston Rod
the new CA 3" 25 % higher capacity.
The new CA units are maintenance
free and available self-contained
or for use with an external
Air/Oil Tank. Main Bearing
Piston
Accumulator
Outer Body
Pressure Chamber
with Metering Orifices
Energy capacity: For Emergency Use Only Applications

it may be possible to exceed published energy per cycle
(W3 ) figures. Please consult ACE for further details.
Material: Steel body with black oxide finish. Piston rod
high tensile steel hardened and chrome plated. Return
spring zinc plated. To avoid reducing heat dissipation
do not paint outer body.
Impact velocity range: 0.3 m/s up to 3 m/s.
Oil filling: Automatic Transmission
Fluid viscosity 42 cSt. at 40°C.
-12 to +90°C.
On request: Special oils, or for
higher or lower impact velocities
outside range shown above, or
other options please consult ACE.
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Heavy Industrial Shock Absorbers A 2 to A 3
Adjustable
The new ACE Product Series A 2 and

A 3 replaces the older SAHS series of
adjustable heavy duty shock absor-
bers. This completes the range of ad-
justable shock absorbers which now
cover an Effective weight range from
0.3 kg up to 200,000 kg. The robust
A Series units are designed for really
heavy duty applications. The units
are adjusted by means of a socket
head screw in the rear end. You can
select the correct model for your ap-
plication using the ACE Selection
Program or by using the capacity
charts. The new adjustable A series
can replace existing SAHS series units
with the same mounting dimensions.
(Ask ACE for assistance.)
In comparison with the earlier SAHS 43
range the new A 2" has 70 % and the Return Spring
new A 3" 25 % higher capacity. The
new A units are maintenance free
Piston Rod
and are available self-contained
or for use with an external
Air/Oil Tank.
Main Bearing
Piston
Accumulator
Outer Body
Pressure Chamber
with Metering Orifices
Adjustment: Turning the adjustment screw towards “0”

makes the unit harder and towards “9” makes it softer.
Energy capacity: For Emergency Use Only Applications
it may be possible to exceed published energy per cycle
(W3) figures. Please consult ACE for further details.
high tensile steel, hardened and chrome plated. Return
spring zinc plated. To avoid reducing heat dissipation do
not paint.
Adjustment Impact velocity range: 0.1 up
to 5 m/s.
Oil filling: Automatic Transmission
Fluid viscosity 42cSt. at 40°C.
-12 to +90°C.
On request: Special oils,or for
higher or lower impact velocities
outside range shown above, or
other options please consult ACE.
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CA 2 and A 2 Series – Heavy Duty Models
Mounting options CA, A . . .
Rear Flange -R Front Flange -F
∅ 35 ∅ 17
E M100x2
44 Stroke
Hub
19 19 Bmax 111 19 ∅ 108 (120) 19 Bmax

Amax 140 Amax
Adjuster – Model A 2 only Dims. in ( ) for Model A 2 only
Foot Mounting -SM
60
60
36
32 15 Bmax ∅ 18
15 C Dmax 160
190
Adjuster – Model A 2 only
Dimensions of Clevis Mountings available on request.

NOTE! For replacement of existing SAHS 2" foot mounted units order the old type foot mounting -S.
Dimensions Ordering Example CA 2 x 4-3 F
Type A max B max C D max E Self-contained with return spring

Bore size 2" = 51 mm
2x2 313 110 173 125 70 Stroke length 4" = 102 mm
2x4 414 160 224 175 70 Effective weight range version
2x6 516 211 275 226 70 Front flange mounting
2x8 643 287 326 302 92
2 x 10 745 338 377 353 108
Model type prefix, adjustable: Model type prefix, self-compensating:

A = self contained with spring return CA = self contained with spring return
(This is standard model) (This is standard model)
AA = Air/Oil return without return spring CAA = Air/Oil return without return spring
Use only with external Air/Oil tank. Use only with external Air/Oil tank.
Capacity Chart
Max. Energy capacity Nm soft *Effective weight me hard Spring max.
Return force return side-load
W4 per hour N
Stroke **per cycle self- with -1 -2 -3 -4 time angle Weight
Type min max s kg
mm W3 contained air/oil tank min kg max min kg max min kg max min kg max
°
CA 2 x 2 50.8 3 600 1 100 000 1 350 000 700 - 2 200 1 800 - 5 400 4 500 -13 600 11 300 - 34 000 210 - 285 0.25 3 12.8
CA 2 x 4 102 7 200 1 350 000 1 700 000 1 400 - 4 400 3 600 -11 000 9 100 -27 200 22 600 - 68 000 150 - 285 0.50 3 14.8
CA 2 x 6 152 10 800 1 600 000 2 000 000 2 200 - 6 500 5 400 -16 300 13 600 -40 800 34 000 -102 000 150 - 400 0.60 3 16.9
CA 2 x 8 203 14 500 1 900 000 2 400 000 2 900 - 8 700 7 200 -21 700 18 100 -54 400 45 300 -136 000 230 - 650 0.70 3 19.3
CA 2 x 10 254 18 000 2 200 000 2 700 000 3 600 -11 000 9 100 -27 200 22 600 -68 000 56 600 -170 000 160 - 460 0.80 3 22.8
A2x2 50.8 3 600 1 100 000 1 350 000 250 - 77 000 210 - 285 0.25 3 12.8
A2x4 102 9 000 1 350 000 1 700 000 230 - 72 500 150 - 285 0.50 3 14.8
A2x6 152 13 500 1 600 000 2 000 000 260 - 86 000 150 - 400 0.60 3 16.9
A2x8 203 19 200 1 900 000 2 400 000 260 - 90 000 230 - 650 0.70 3 19.3
A 2 x 10 254 23 700 2 200 000 2 700 000 320 - 113 000 160 - 460 0.80 3 22.8
* Standard effective weight ranges only shown. Please consult ACE if your application falls outside these for alternative range unit.
** For Emergency Use Only applications it may be possible to exceed these max. capacity ratings. Please consult ACE for further details.
CA 3 and A 3 Series – Heavy Duty Models
Mounting options CA, A . . .
∅ 45 ∅ 17
112 124 M130x2

152
Hub
Stroke
25 25 Bmax 136,5 25 ∅ 140 (155) 25 Bmax
Amax 165 Amax
Adjuster – Model A 3 only Dims. in ( ) for Model A 3 only
Foot Mounting -SM

45
80
80
44
45 25 ∅ 26
25 C Dmax 216
254
Adjuster – Model A 3 only
Dimensions of Clevis Mountings available on request.

NOTE! For replacement of existing SAHS 3" foot mounted units please consult ACE.
Dimensions Ordering Example A3x8R
Type A max B max C D max Self-contained with return spring

Bore size 3" = 76 mm
3x5 489 210 260 216 Stroke length 8" = 203 mm
3x8 641 286 337 292 Rear flange mounting
3 x 12 890 433 438 439
SAHS-3“ and AHS-3“ Interchange dimensions to order
Model type prefix, adjustable: Model type prefix, self-compensating:

A = self contained with spring return CA = self contained with spring return
(This is standard model.) (This is standard model.)
AA = Air/Oil return without return spring CAA = Air/Oil return without return spring
Use only with external Air/Oil tank. Use only with external Air/Oil tank.
Capacity Chart
Max. Energy capacity Nm soft *Effective Weight me hard Spring max.
max.
Return force return side-load
Achsab-
W4 per hour N
Stroke **per cycle self- with -1 -2 -3 -4 time weichung Gewicht
angle Weight
Type mm W3 min kg max min kg max min kg max min kg max min max s kg
contained air/oil tank °
CA 3 x 5 127 14 125 2 260 000 2 800 000 2 900 - 8 700 7 250 -21 700 18 100 - 54 350 45 300 -135 900 270 - 710 0.60 3 28.9
CA 3 x 8 203 22 600 3 600 000 4 520 000 4 650 -13 900 11 600 -34 800 29 000 - 87 000 72 500 -217 000 280 - 740 0.80 3 33.4
CA 3 x 12 305 33 900 5 400 000 6 780 000 6 950 -20 900 17 400 -52 200 43 500 -130450 108 700 -326 000 270 - 730 1.20 3 40.6
A3x5 127 15 800 2 260 000 2 800 000 480 -154 000 270 - 710 0.60 3 28.9
A3x8 203 28 200 3 600 000 4 520 000 540 -181 500 280 - 740 0.80 3 33.4
A 3 x 12 305 44 000 5 400 000 6 780 000 610 - 204 000 270 - 730 1.20 3 40.6
* Standard effective weight ranges only shown. Please consult ACE if your application falls outside these for alternative range unit.
** For Emergency Use Only applications it may be possible to exceed these max. capacity ratings. Please consult ACE for further details.
Heavy Duty Industrial Shock Absorbers CA 4
Self-Compensating
Part Number CA, . . .
∅ 54 (63,5)
114 (127)
38 ∅ 190 B max 27 38 D max 27

46 A max 203
254
C max 203
254
Figures in ( ) for Type CA 4x16
6 Tapped Holes (Primary Mounting) -FRP Side Foot Mounting -S
102 NPT 10
1 1/2'' 6 x 60°
Thread
Gewinde
∅ 16 ∅ 27
5/8''-18 UNF
114
22 70
20 B max 159
C max 22 E F max 165
204
Clevis mounting also available – Please ask for details.
Dimensions CA and CSA Ordering Example CA 4 x 8-5 R
Type A B C D E F Self-contained with return spring

Bore size Ø 4" = 102 mm
4x6 716 278 678 240 444 256 Stroke length 8" = 203 mm
4x8 818 329 780 291 495 307 Medium effective weight version
4 x 16 1 300 607 1 261 569 698 585
Rear flange mounting
Dimensions CAA and CNA Model Type Prefix:

Type A B C D E F
CA = Self-contained with return spring
4x6 666 228 628 190 444 206 (This is standard model).
4x8 767 278 729 240 495 256 CAA = Air/oil return without return spring
4 x 16 1 174 482 1 136 444 698 460 Use only with air/oil tank for high energy
capacity per hour figures.
CNA = Self-contained without return spring.
CSA = Air/oil return with return spring.
Use only with air/oil tank.
Capacity Chart
Max. Energy capacity Nm * Effective weight me max.
Rod
W4 per hour soft medium hard Return force Achsab- Weight
reset
Type Stroke **per cycle Self- with air/ with oil -3 -5 -7 N weichung
time Gewicht
kg
kg
mm W3 contained oil tank recirculation min kg max min kg max min kg max min max s° FRP
4x6 152 47 500 3 000 000 5 100 000 6 600 000 3 500 - 8 600 8 600 - 18 600 18 600 - 42 700 480 - 1 000 1.8 60
4x8 203 63 300 3 400 000 5 600 000 7 300 000 5 000 - 11 400 11 400 - 25 000 25 000 - 57 000 310 - 1 000 2.3 68
4 x 16 406 126 500 5 600 000 9 600 000 12 400 000 10 000 - 23 000 23 000 - 50 000 50 000 - 115 000 310 - 1 000 Ask 170
Air/Oil Tanks
AO 1 AO 3 AO 691
Oil capacity 20 cm3 Oil capacity 330 cm3 Oil capacity 2600 cm3
Material: Alu. caps and Material: Alu. caps & steel body Material: Alu. caps & steel body
polycarbonate body. polycarbonate sight gauge. polycarbonate sight gauge.
Max. pressure 8 bar. Max. temperature 80°C.

Part Numbers 47
Oil filling: ATF-Oil 42 cSt at 40°C for all shock with tank examples 1-4 with recirc. circuits Ex. 5-6 Conn. pipe. Ø
absorbers in Magnum Series. Type Tank non-return valve Tank non-return valve min.
Mount air/oil tank higher than shock MC, MA, ML 33… AO 1 CV 1/8 AO 3 CV, RV 1/4 4
MC, MA, ML 45… AO 1 CV 1/8 AO 3 CV, RV 3/8 6
absorber. Bleed all air from system MC, MA, ML 64… AO 3 CV, RV 1/4 AO 691 CV, RV 1/2 8
before operating. CA, A 2… AO 691 CV, RV 1/2 AO 82 CV, RV 3/4 15
Attention: Exhaust tank before carrying out CA, A 3… AO 691 CV, RV 1/2 AO 82 CV, RV 3/4 19
CA 4… AO 82 CV 3/4 AO 82 CV 3/4 38
service. Check valve holds pressure!
AO 82 details on request.
Suggested Air/Oil tanks in accordance with W4 ratings
Connection Examples Air/Oil Tanks

1 2 3
Non-return valve Pressure regulator
– RV –
Pipe short as possible.
Max. pressure 8 bar
Piston rod returns immediately to Return stroke may be sequenced by Return force can be adjusted by pres-
extended position when load moves pneumatic valve at any desired time. sure regulator. Ensure safe minimum
away. Operation without main air No return force until valve energised. pressure to return shock absorber.
supply possible for short periods.
4 5 6
Tee-piece Pipe short as possible
Special unit necessary
Spring return with Air/Oil Tank. Oil recirculation circuit for extreme Connection of two shock absorbers
No air supply connected. high cycle rates. Warm oil is positively to one air/oil tank is possible. Use next
Note: Will extend return time. circulated through air/oil tank for in- larger size tank. Combination with
creased heat dissipation. examples 2, 3 and 5 possible.
Part Numbers RV…

max. pressure 16 bar C C
Model
Part no.
A B C
max. temperature 100°C
CV 1/8 19 24 1/8
Suitable for: Oil, Air, Water. A B CV 1/4 29 33 1/4
Material: Brass RV 1/4 19 53 1/4
Part Numbers CV… CV 3/8 29 33 3/8
RV 3/8 19 53 3/8
max. pressure 20 bar CV 1/2 41 40 1/2
C C
max. temperature 95°C RV 1/2 24 64 1/2
Suitable for: Oil, Air, Water. CV 3/4 48 59 3/4
B RV 3/4 36 58 3/4
Material: Aluminium A
Mounting Hints and Operation Details
Mechanical Stop
The Magnum Series units have a built in Stop Collar
(mechanical stop) which also serves as the front
adjuster.
If using a shock absorber without a Stop Collar it is
important to install a mechanical stop 0.5 to 1 mm Stop Collar +
Adjustment Lock Screw Front Adjuster Rear Aduster
before the end of the stroke.
General
48 For optimum heat dissipation do not paint the shock absorber. For applications in environments with acids, dusts or
powders, abrasives, steam or water please protect the shock absorber and/or consider the special accessories on page
29. The shock absorber should be securely mounted onto a flat and smooth surface of adequate strength.
Self Compensating Models
The MC family of shock absorbers are self compensating. Providing the effective weight on the application remains wit-
hin the band given in the capacity charts then no adjustment is necessary for changes in weights, speeds or propelling
force. These units are available with five standard operating bands (me min. – me max.) and are identified by the suffix
number after the model which goes from -0 (very soft) up to -4 (very hard).
The optimum deceleration is achieved when there is no abrupt change in the load velocity at the beginning or the end
of the shock absorber stroke.
If there is a hard impact at the start of stroke f use the next softer version (i. e. lower suffix number).
If there is a hard setdown at the end of stroke f use the next harder version, or mount two units in parallel.
Alternatively change to a larger bore size unit. Contact ACE for further advice.
Adjustable Models
The adjustment has a graduated scale from 0 to 9. The adjuster in the body has a side mounted locking screw which
should be loosened (1/2 turn max.) with a hex. key before commencing adjustment. The Magnum Series units can be
adjusted by the hex. socket at the rear of the body – or by rotating the front stop collar. Both adjusters are internally
connected and will show the same adjustment value on the scales as they are turned. After installation cycle the equip-
ment a few times and turn the adjustment until optimum deceleration is achieved (i. e. no abrupt change in the load ve-
locity observed at the beginning or at the end of shock absorber stroke). The shock absorber is delivered set at 5.
If there is a hard impact at start of stroke f adjust the unit softer i. e. towards 9 on the scale.
If there is a hard setdown at end of stroke f adjust the unit harder i. e. towards 0. After adjustment relock the lock screw.
Adjustment approaching “0” means: a) Impact velocity is too low: consider changing to Model type ML or:
b) Shock absorber selected is too small: use next larger size or mount 2 units
in parallel.
Mounting Options
Basic Model Flange Mounting Side Foot Mounting Clevis Mounting
Removing Rod End Button
Press fit Clamp button in vice and Drive out piston rod
(screw loctited for security). loosen screw 3 or 4 turns. with punch as shown.
Repairs
It is possible to overhaul Ace shock absorbers in sizes larger than the MC 600. We would recommend that damaged
or worn shock absorbers are returned to ACE for repair. You will find that this is more economic than the comparative
cost of repairing yourself. Spare parts and seal kits etc. are available however if required.
Application Examples for Shock Absorbers
As System Components
in Integrated Handling Equipment
49
Pneumatic Rotary Actuators

with Integrated Shock Absorbers
Slide Units
Installation Examples
1 ACE Shock absorbers for With heavy loads or high velocities

pneumatic cylinders normal cylinder cushions are often
For: • optimum deceleration
overloaded. This causes shock loading
• higher speeds leading to premature cylinder failure
• smaller cylinders or excessive maintenance. Using
• reduced air consumption oversized cylinders to withstand this
• smaller valves and pipework shock loading is not the best solution
since this considerably increases air
Example: MA 3350 M-Z Seal with Teflon consumption and costs.
tape or sealant
-Z = cylinder mounting
50 2 Side load adapter for high The side loading is removed from
side load angles the shock absorber piston rod leading
to considerably longer life.
Wherever possible mount shock
absorber so that impacting face is
perpendicular to shock absorber
axis half way through stroke.
s = stroke
See pages 27 and 29 for more details.
3 Undamped free travel with 3 The lever 1 swings with the pin 2 in
damped end position a slotted hole around pivot point 3.
The lever is smoothly decelerated at
the extreme end of its travel.
Free travel
2
1
4 One shock absorber It is possible to use only one shock

for both ends of travel Drehpunkt Hebel absorber for both end positions by
using different pivot points as shown.
Pivot point of lever
Tip: Leave approx. 1.5 mm of shock
absorber stroke free at each end of
travel.
Shock absorber stroke Shock absorber stroke
5 Double acting shock absorber With a little additional work a normal

unidirectional shock absorber can be
converted to work in 2 directions by
using a mechanism as shown.
6 Air bleed collar By using this Air Bleed adaptor the

operating lifetime of shock absorbers
in aggressive environments can be
considerably increased.
The adapter protects the shock
absorber seals from cutting fluids,
cleaning agents, cooking oils etc.
by using a low pressure air bleed.
For more details see page 28.
Installation Examples
7 Double stroke length 50 % lower reaction force (Q)

50 % lower deceleration (a)
Stroke By driving 2 shock absorbers

against one another ’nose-to-nose’,
the effective stroke length can be
doubled.
8 Ride over latch 8.1 The latch absorbs the kinetic

energy so that the object contacts
8.1 8.2 the fixed stop gently.
8.2 The latch absorbs the rotational

energy of the turntable etc. The turn-
table can then be held in the datum
position with a lock bolt or similar.
51
9 Rotary actuator The use of ACE shock absorbers

or rack and pinion allows higher operating speeds and
drive weights as well as protecting the
drive mechanism and housing from
shock loads.
10 Adjustable stop clamp The gentle deceleration of ACE

e.g. for handling equipment shock absorbers makes the use of
adjustable stop clamps possible and
removes any chance of the clamp
slipping. The kinetic energy is com-
pletely removed before the mechani-
cal stop is reached thus making high
index speeds possible.
11 Ride-over latch The fire door travels quickly until it

e.g. firedoor reaches the lever. It is then gently
decelerated by the lever mounted
shock absorber and closes without
shock or danger to personnel.
Safety travel
(prevents
trapping)
12 Increasing stroke length mechanically By means of a lever the effective

stroke length can be increased and
mounting space to the left reduced.
Stacker Crane Shock Absorbers SCS-38 to 63
ACE Stacker Crane Shock Absorbers

are self-contained and maintenance
free and are designed for emergency
deceleration of equipment such as
automated storage and retrieval sys- Rod Button
tems. During normal operation they
provide only minimal resistance but
under a higher speed emergency im-
pact they provide smooth controlled
deceleration thus preventing equip-
ment damage.
The SCS Series units are available
with operating strokes up to 1200 mm Piston Rod
and are specially orificed to provide a
smooth constant deceleration through-
out their complete stroke length. The
internal hydraulic pressure and thus
the braking force, is maintained at a
constant safe level to bring the fast
moving load gently to rest in an emer-
Positive Stop
52 gency.
Main Bearing
Gas Chamber
Bladder Accumulator
Outer Body
Pressure Chamber
Metering Orifices
In the normal “ready” condition the piston rod is fully

extended. When the impacting load strikes the absorber
the hydraulic oil behind the piston is forced out through
a series of metering orifices. The number of metering
orifices in action reduces proportionally though the stroke
and the load velocity is thereby smoothly reduced to zero.
The internal pressure and thus the Reaction Force (Q)
remains constant throughout the entire stroke length.
The displaced oil is stored
in the bladder accumulator.
The integrated gas chamber,
containing low pressure ni-
trogen, provides the return
force to reset the rod to its
extended position and func-
tions as an accumulator for
the hydraulic oil displaced
during operation.
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Stacker Crane Shock Absorber SCS-38
Part Number SCS-38 . . .
∅18
19 ∅ 108 19 19 19
M100x2 ∅ 35 ∅ 51
120 15 15
B Stroke
Hub B Stroke
Hub
160 Amax Amax
Side Foot Mounting -S
∅ 18 32 32
60
60 36 15
Stroke
Hub
160 15
D Emax
190 Amax
Ordering Example SCS-38-400-F-X Details required when ordering:

Moving Load m (kg)
Type (Stacker Crane Shock abs.)
Bore size ø
Full Load Speed v (m/s) min./max. 53
Creep Speed vs (m/s) max.
Stroke (mm) Motor Power P (KW)
Mounting style: Front Flange Stall Torque Factor ST (normal 2.5)
Identification No. (assigned by ACE) Number of Absorbers in parallel n (pcs.)
Technical Data:
Impact velocity range v: 0.9 to 4.6 m/s. In Creep Speed: The shock absorber can be pushed
Reaction force Q: at max. capacity rating = 80 kN max. through its stroke.
Energy capacity W3: At max. side load angle do not In creep speed conditions the shock absorber provides
exceed 80 % of rated max. energy capacity below. minimal resistance and there is no braking effect.
Return force: 0.2 to 0.5 kN. Calculation: For further details of calculation and selection
please consult ACE.
Filling pressure: approx. 2 bar.
The calculation and selection of the correct ACE Stacker
Operating temperature range: -12°C to 66°C Crane Shock Absorber for your application should be
(For lower temperatures please consult ACE). referred to ACE for approval and assignment of unique
identification number.
Dimensions and Capacity Chart

max. Energy capacity per cycle max. Side load angle Weight kg
Model W3 max. kNm
Mounting style Mounting style
Part number Stroke A B D E F&S R F&R S
SCS-38-50 50 270 205 175 80 3.6 5 4 12 13
SCS-38-100 100 370 255 225 130 7.2 5 4 14 15
SCS-38-150 150 470 305 275 180 10.8 5 4 16 17
SCS-38-200 200 570 355 325 230 14.4 5 4 18 19
SCS-38-250 250 670 405 375 280 18 4.7 3.7 20 21
SCS-38-300 300 785 470 440 330 21.6 3.9 2.9 22 23
SCS-38-350 350 885 520 490 380 25.2 3.4 2.4 24 25
SCS-38-400 400 1 000 585 555 430 28.8 3 2 26 27
SCS-38-500 500 1 215 700 670 530 36 2.4 1.4 30 31
SCS-38-600 600 1 430 815 785 630 43.2 1.9 0.9 34 35
SCS-38-700 700 1 645 930 900 730 50.4 1.6 0.6 38 39
SCS-38-800 800 1 860 1 045 1 015 830 57.6 1.3 0.3 43 44
For other stroke lengths, special options (such as higher or lower impact velocity etc.), please consult ACE.

∅18 19 ∅ 130 19 19 19
M120x2 ∅ 45 ∅ 51
140 20 20
B Stroke
Hub B Stroke
Hub
180 Amax Amax
∅ 22 35 35
72
72 40
Stroke 20
54 190 17,5
D
Hub
Emax
225 Amax

Moving Load m (kg)
Type (Stacker Crane Shock abs.) Full Load Speed v (m/s) min./max.
Bore size ø Creep Speed vs (m/s) max.
Technical Data:
Impact Velocity range v: 0.6 to 4.6 m/s. In Creep Speed: The shock absorber can be pushed
Reaction force Q: At max. capacity rating = 160 kN max. through its stroke.
Energy capacity W3: At max side load angle do not exceed In creep speed conditions the shock absorber provides
80 % of rated max.energy capacity below. minimal resistance and there is no braking effect.
please consult ACE.
Filling pressure: Approx. 2 bar.
Operating temperature range: -12°C to 66°C. Crane Shock Absorber for your application should be

max. Energy capacity per cycle max. Side load angle Weight kg
Model W3 max. kNm
SCS-50-100 100 390 270 235 138 14 5 4 22 23
SCS-50-150 150 490 320 285 188 21 5 4 25 26
SCS-50-200 200 590 370 335 238 28 5 4 27 28
SCS-50-250 250 690 420 385 288 35 4.5 3.5 30 31
SCS-50-300 300 805 485 450 338 42 3.8 2.8 33 34
SCS-50-350 350 905 535 500 388 49 3.3 2.3 35 37
SCS-50-400 400 1 020 600 565 438 56 2.9 1.9 38 40
SCS-50-500 500 1 235 715 680 538 70 2.3 1.3 44 45
SCS-50-600 600 1 450 830 795 638 84 1.9 0.9 50 51
SCS-50-700 700 1 665 945 910 738 98 1.6 0.6 55 57
SCS-50-800 800 1 880 1 060 1 025 838 112 1.3 0.3 61 63
SCS-50-1000 1 000 2 310 1 290 1 255 1 038 140 1 - 72 74

∅18 25 ∅ 140 25 25 25
M130x2 ∅ 54 ∅ 83
160 20 20
B Stroke
Hub B Stroke
Hub
200 Amax Amax
∅ 27 45 45
80
80 44 20
Stroke
Hub
210 22,5
D Emax
254 Amax

Moving Load m (kg)
Type (Stacker Crane Shock abs.)
Bore size ø
Full Load Speed v (m/s) min./max. 55
Creep Speed vs (m/s) max.
Technical Data:
Impact velocity range v: 0.5 to 4.6 m/s. In Creep Speed: The shock absorber can be pushed
Reaction force Q: At max capacity rating = 210 kN max. through its stroke.
Energy capacity W3: at max. side load angle do not exceed In creep speed conditions the shock absorber provides
80 % of rated max. energy capacity below. minimal resistance and there is no braking effect.
please consult ACE.
Filling pressure: Approx. 2 bar.
Operating temperature range: -12°C to +66°C. Crane Shock Absorber for your application should be

max. Energy capacity per cycle
max. Side load angle Weight kg
Model W3 max. kNm
SCS-63-100 100 405 285 240 143 18 5 4 29 32
SCS-63-150 150 505 335 290 193 27 5 4 32 35
SCS-63-200 200 605 385 340 243 36 5 4 35 38
SCS-63-250 250 705 435 390 293 45 5 4 38 42
SCS-63-300 300 805 485 440 343 54 5 4 41 45
SCS-63-350 350 925 555 510 393 63 5 4 45 49
SCS-63-400 400 1 025 605 560 443 72 5 4 48 52
SCS-63-500 500 1 245 725 680 543 90 4.2 3.2 55 60
SCS-63-600 600 1 445 825 780 643 108 3.4 2.4 62 66
SCS-63-700 700 1 665 945 900 743 126 2.9 1.9 69 73
SCS-63-800 800 1 865 1 045 1 000 843 144 2.5 1.5 75 79
SCS-63-1000 1 000 2 285 1 265 1 220 1 043 180 1.9 0.9 89 93
SCS-63-1200 1 200 2 705 1 485 1 440 1 243 216 1.4 0.4 102 106
Industrial Crane Buffer CB-63 to 160
ACE Industrial Crane Buffers are self-

contained, maintenance free and are
designed for the emergency decelera- Rod Button
tion of heavy industrial cranes. The
primary oil seals are protected inside
the main body and only a wiper seal is
necessary on the piston rod. Dirt or
contamination on the piston rod does
not cause oil leakage or failure as is
often the case with conventional buf-
fers. The integrated gas chamber
enables the CB Series crane buffers to
provide return forces of up to 63 kN.
This high return force is necessary for Piston Tube
multiple – bridge cranes where the
buffers must separate the bridges after Gas Chamber
an emergency collision. Normal buf-
fers would remain compressed after
such a collision and would not be
capable of accepting further impacts. Positive Stop
56 The robust, large dimensioned piston Rod Wiper
rod bearing system, is designed for
very heavy duty use and is equivalent
to that used in other buffers 80 %
larger in size. The CB series units are
custom orificed to suit your specific
application and provide a smooth con- Mounting Flange
stant deceleration throughout their Separator Piston
complete stroke length.
Seals
Piston
Hydraulic Oil
Metering Orifices
Pressure Chamber
In the normal “ready” condition the piston rod is fully

extended. When the impacting load strikes the buffer the
hydraulic oil behind the piston is forced through a series
of metering orifices. The number of metering orifices in
action reduces proportionally through the stroke and the
load velocity is thereby smooth-
ly reduced to zero. The internal
pressure and thus the Reac-
tion force (Q) remains constant
throughout the entire stroke
length. The displaced oil is
stored in the piston accumu-
lator. The integrated gas
chamber, containing low pres-
sure nitrogen, provides the
return force to reset the rod
to its extended position and
functions as an accumulator
for the hydraulic oil displaced
during operation.
56
Industrial Crane Buffer CB-63
Part Number CB-63 . . .
Front Flange -F Rear Flange -R
∅ 165
M90x2 ∅ 95 ∅ 80 ∅ 95 ∅ 60 ∅ 95
19 41 19 Stroke
Hub 32
C B Stroke
Hub ∅ 18
Amax Amax ∅ 135
Ordering Example CB-63-400-F-X Details required when ordering:

Moving Load m (kg)
Type (Crane Buffer) Full Load Speed v (m/s) min./max.
Identification No. (assigned by ACE) Number of Buffers in parallet n (pcs.)
57
Technical Data:
Impact velocity range v: 0.5 to 4.6 m/s. In creep speed: It is possible to use up to approx. 60 %
Reaction force Q: At max. capacity rating = 187 kN. max. of the buffer stroke.
Operating temperature range: -12°C to +66°C. The initial fill pressure governs the rod return force.
(For lower temperatures please consult ACE). The calculation and selection of the correct ACE Crane
Materials: Steel body with black oxide finish. Piston rod Buffer for your application should be referred to ACE for
hard chrome plated. approval and assignment of unique identification number.

Piston rod max. Energy capacity Effective weight max. Side Weight
return force per cycle me (kg) load angle
Model Stroke A B C min. (kN) max. W3 (kNm) * (°) (kg)
CB-63-100 100 420 288 192 1.5 16 16 900 - 128 000 3.5 12.7
CB-63-200 200 700 468 292 1.5 21 32 1 800 - 256 000 3 16.7
CB-63-300 300 980 648 392 1.5 24 48 2 700 - 384 000 2.5 20.8
CB-63-400 400 1 260 828 492 1.5 25 64 3 700 - 512 000 2 24.8
CB-63-500 500 1 540 1 008 592 1.5 26 80 4 700 - 640 000 1.5 28.8
* The correct effective weight range for your application will be calculated by ACE and should fall within this band.
Special options: Special oils, Special flanges, additional corrosion protection etc. available on request.
∅ 255
M130x2 ∅ 140 ∅ 120 ∅ 140 ∅ 98 ∅ 140
25 56 25 Stroke
Hub 40
C ∅ 23
B Stroke
Hub
Amax Amax ∅ 210
58
Moving Load m (kg)
Identification No. (assigned by ACE) Number of Buffers in parallel n (pcs.)
Technical Data:
Reaction force Q: At max. capacity rating = 467 kN. of the buffer stroke.
Operating temperature range: -12°C to +66°C. The initial fill pressure governs the rod return force.

Type Stroke A B C min. (kN) max. W3 (kNm) * (°) (kg)
CB-100-200 200 735 495 320 3.9 40 80 6 900 - 640 000 4 42.5
CB-100-300 300 1 005 665 420 3.9 50 120 10 300 - 960 000 3.5 50.8
CB-100-400 400 1 275 835 520 3.9 57 160 13 800 - 1 280 000 3 59.1
CB-100-500 500 1 545 1 005 620 3.9 63 200 17 200 - 1 600 000 2.5 67.5
CB-100-600 600 1 815 1 175 720 3.9 68 240 20 700 - 1 920 000 2 75.8
∅ 350
M210x2 ∅ 230 ∅ 178 ∅ 230 ∅ 152 ∅ 230
38 103 38 Stroke
Hub 60
C B Stroke
Hub ∅ 27
Amax Amax 6 x 60°
∅ 295

Moving Load m (kg)
Identification No. (assigned by ACE) Number of Buffers in parallel n (pcs.)
59
Technical Data:
Reaction force Q: At max. capacity rating = 700 kN. of the buffer stroke.
Operating temperature range: -12°C to +66°C . The initial fill pressure governs the rod return force.

Type Stroke A B C min. (kN) max. W3 (kNm) * (°) (kg)
CB-160-400 400 1 400 940 600 9.6 63 240 22 700 - 192 000 4 155
CB-160-600 600 2 000 1 340 800 9.6 63 360 34 000 - 2 880 000 3 188
CB-160-800 800 2 600 1 740 1 000 9.6 63 480 45 400 - 3 840 000 2 221
Rotary Dampers
ACE Rotary Dampers

are sealed maintenance free units.
They are available with fixed or adjust-
able damping rates. The damping can
be clockwise, anticlockwise or in both
directions. The outer body is either
plastic or metal depending upon model
size. The output connection can be
direct onto the keyed output shaft or
indirect via a plastic gear (available
with 4 standard modules). Plastic rack
with modules of 0.5 and 1 are also
available.
Applications include office machinery,
lids and flaps, floppy disc drives, piano
lids, CD players, auto glove-boxes,
vending machines, medical equipment, Keyed Output Shaft
furniture industry and a multitude
of others.
Damping Vane
Damping Orifice
Pressure Chamber
Outer Body
60
ACE Rotary Dampers guarantee the smooth controlled

opening and closing of small lids, covers and flaps. They
can be mounted directly on the pivot axis or can be used
to provide linear damping by using a plastic gear and rack.
They enable mechanisms to operate with a smooth con-
trolled motion giving that ”touch of quality“ to whatever
product they are used on. ACE rotary dampers are filled
with a special high viscosity fluid (silicone type) and sealed
for life. The fluid is passed through an orifice or groove by
a rotating vane to provide damping resistance. The damp-
ing torque generated is
determined by the fluid
viscosity and by the ori-
fice configuration.
Max. Rotational Speed
50 revs/min.
Max. Cycles/min: 10.
60
Rotary Dampers FRT-E2/FRT-G2
FRT-E2 (Bi-directional)
2,1 2,5
2,6
14 +/-0,05 2 + 0,05 19 ∅7,2

∅10
3
∅2,5 +/-0,05
∅ 1,5
2,1
6 6
(5,5)
Models available FRT-E2 . . .
Damping action in both clockwise and anti-clockwise direction Dims. in ( ) without gear
without gear with gear Damping torque N cm
(Nominal 20 rpm. 23°C)
FRT-E2-100 FRT-E2-100-G1 0.1 ± 0.05
FRT-E2-200 FRT-E2-200-G1 0.2 ± 0.07
FRT-E2-300 FRT-E2-300-G1 0.3 ± 0.08
FRT-E2-400 FRT-E2-400-G1 0.4 ± 0.10
Material: Polycarbonate plastic FRT-E2 (at 23 °C) FRT-E2 (at 20 rpm)

Operating temp: 0°C to 50°C
Gear data
Tooth: Involute
Module: 0.6
Pressure angle: 20°
No. of teeth: 10
P.C.D.: 6 mm
FRT-G2 (Bi-directional)
2,1 2,5
2,6
19 +/-0,05
2,5 + 0,05 24 ∅8
61
∅ 15
3,7
∅3,6 +/-0,05
∅ 2,1
2,2
7 6,6
(5,4)
Models available FRT-G2 . . .
Damping action in both clockwise and anti-clockwise direction Dims. in ( ) without gear
without gear with gear Damping torque N cm
(Nominal 20 rpm. 23°C)
FRT-G2-200 FRT-G2-200-G1 0.20 ± 0.07
FRT-G2-300 FRT-G2-300-G1 0.30 ± 0.08
FRT-G2-450 FRT-G2-450-G1 0.45 ± 0.10
FRT-G2-600 FRT-G2-600-G1 0.60 ± 0.12
FRT-G2-101 FRT-G2-101-G1 1.00 ± 0.20
Material: Polycarbonate plastic FRT-G2 (at 23 °C) FRT-G2 (at 20 rpm)

Gear data
Tooth: Involute
Module: 0.5*
No. of teeth: 14
P.C.D.: 7 mm
* A 250 mm long plastic rack is available for use with this part see page 66.
Rotary Dampers FRT/FRN-C2 and -D2
FRT-C2 and FRN-C2
21 3,5+/-0,02 27,5 ∅10,4

∅15
4,5
∅4 -0,05
3,2 1,5 7
8 14
Models available FRT-C2 . . .

Model Bi-directional Right-hand damping Left-hand damping Damping torque N cm
damping (clockwise) (anti-clockwise) (Nominal 20 rpm. 23°C)
without gear FRT-C2-201 FRN-C2-R201 FRN-C2-L201 2 ± 0.6
without gear FRT-C2-301 --- --- 3 ± 0.8
with gear FRT-C2-201-G1 FRN-C2-R201-G1 FRN-C2-L201-G1 2 ± 0.6
with gear FRT-C2-301-G1 --- --- 3 ± 0.8
Alternative damping rates available on request.
Material: Polycarbonate plastic

Operating temp: 0°C to 50°C FRT/N-C2 (at 23°C) FRT/N-C2 (at 20 rpm)
Ncm
Ncm
Gear data
Tooth: Involute
Module: 0.8
No. ot teeth: 11
P.C.D.: 8.8 mm
62
FRT-D2 and FRN-D2
40 4 +/-0,02 50 ∅14,75
∅25
5
∅5 -0,05
∅4,2 R5 2 11
19
Models available FRT-D2 . . .
without gear FRT-D2-501 FRN-D2-R501 FRN-D2-L501 5±1
without gear FRT-D2-102 FRN-D2-R102 FRN-D2-L102 10 ± 2
without gear FRT-D2-152 FRN-D2-R152 FRN-D2-L152 15 ± 3
with gear FRT-D2-501-G1 FRN-D2-R501-G1 FRN-D2-L501-G1 5±1
with gear FRT-D2-102-G1 FRN-D2-R102-G1 FRN-D2-L102-G1 10 ± 2
with gear FRT-D2-152-G1 FRN-D2-R152-G1 FRN-D2-L152-G1 15 ± 3

FRT/N-D2 (at 23°C) FRT/N-D2 (at 20 rpm)
Gear data
Tooth: Involute
Module: 1.0*
No. ot teeth: 12
P.C.D.: 12 mm
* A 250 mm long plastic rack is available for use with this part see page 66.
Rotary Dampers FRT/FRN-F1 and FRX-A1
FRT/FRN-F1
47
∅40 5 +/-0,05
36
10
∅5,2 R5,5 16 5
∅6 28
-0,01
-0,03 42
Models available FRT-F1 . . .

without gear FRT-F1-203 FRN-F1-R203 FRN-F1-L203 200 ± 40

Operating temp: 0°C to 50°C FRT-F1 (at 20°C) FRT-F1 (at 20 rpm)
Weight: 0.11 kg
FRX-A1 24
5
4,2
∅ 16 ∅ 22
63
32 ∅ 12,5
Shaft
Welle
GFK
6,7 120° (GRP)
7,5 21,5 5
rotation
Schwenkwinkel 3,5
Models available FRX-A1 . . .
Model Right-hand damping Left-hand damping Damping torque N cm
(clockwise) (anti-clockwise)
without gear FRX-A1-R203 FRX-A1-L203 200 ± 40
Material: Nylon
Weight: 0.016 kg
Max. Rotation angle: 120°
Do not use damper as final end stop.
Fit external mechanical stops.
Rotary Dampers FYN-N1/FYN-K1
FYN-N1
Schwenkwinkel
rotation
20° 110° ∅ 16-0,2 ∅ 20 ∅ 12-0,2
12 2
2
1,2 2
16 8-0,1
8-0,1 3 22 20
Models available FYN-N1 . . .

Model Right-hand damping Left-hand damping Damping torque N cm
(clockwise) (anti-clockwise)
without gear FYN-N1-R303 FYN-N1-L303 300
Material: Black polycarbonate

Weight: 0.012 kg
Max. Rotation angle: 110°
Fit external mechanical stops at each end of travel.
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FYN-K1 R4
3,8
35
∅ 10 ∅ 26
6 -0,05 27 ∅18,2
45
∅ 3,5 5 10
26
15 5
27
40 13
Models available FYN-K1 . . . 10

8°
Model Right-hand damping Left-hand damping Damping torque

(clockwise) (anti-clockwise) N cm
without gear FYN-K1-R FYN-K1-L 400
right-hand
rechtsdrehend
damping
Material: Black polycarbonate Endposition

End position
Operating temp: -20°C to 60°C
Max. Rotation angle: 108° linksdrehend
left-hand
Return travel damping: 100 Ncm damping
Weight: 0.035 kg
Fit external mechanical stops at each end of travel. 8°
10
Rotary Dampers FYT/FYN-H1 and -LA
FYT-H1 and FYN-H1

Einstellschraube
Adjusting screw
6
Max. side load
M5 ∅8 P
11 ∅24
6 -0,03
∅45
18
56 15 30 20
66
Keyed output shaft shown

in mid-travel position.
Models available FYT-H1 . . .
Model Bi-directional Right-hand damping Left-hand damping Damping torque Nm
damping (clockwise) (anti-clockwise) (adjustable)
Adjustable FYT-H1 FYN-H1-R FYN-H1-L 2...10
Material: Zinc diecast, steel shaft

Operating temp: -5°C to 50°C
Max. rotation: 105°
Return travel damping: 0.5 Nm
Maximum side-load: 50 N
Weight: 0.24 kg
FYT-LA3 and FYN-LA3
3 ∅50
Adjusting screw
Einstellschraube Max. side load
P
80
∅ 80 ∅17
65
12
12,5-0,05 ∅ 6,5 15
70 48 12
6 96 78
Keyed output shaft shown
in mid-travel position.
Models available FYT-LA3 . . .
Model Bi-directional Right-hand damping Left-hand damping Damping torque Nm
damping (clockwise) (anti-clockwise) (adjustable)
Adjustable FYT-LA3 FYN-LA3-R FYN-LA3-L 4...40
Material: Zinc diecast, steel shaft

Max. rotation angle: 210°
Return travel damping: 4 Nm
Maximum side-load: 200 N
Weight: 1.75 kg
Rotary Damper Calculation
Calculation of Rotary Damper for a Lid

m = Mass of Lid in kg
L = Length of Lid from pivot (in cm.)
n = Rotation speed (in r.p.m.)
g = Acceleration due to gravity (= 9.81)
Calculation steps
1) Calculate max. torque damper will be exposed to.
(with example shown max torque is at a = 0)
2) Decide upon rotation speed desired.
3) Choose a rotary damper from catalogue that can
handle the torque calculated above.
4) With the aid of the damper performance curves,
check if the r.p.m. given at your torque corresponds
to the desired closing speed of the lid.
Closing Torque T 5) If the r.p.m. is too high – Choose a damper with
T = L / 2 · m · g · cos a Ncm. a higher torque rating.
Note: for a uniform lid assume centre If the r.p.m. is too low – Choose a damper with
of gravity is at distance L/2 from pivot. a lower torque rating.
Mountings to avoid:
The output shaft should not be exposed to side loading.
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Side loading End loading Angular offset Misalignment
Toothed Rack M 0.5 Damping direction

right hand damping = damping action in clockwise
direction when looking onto the output shaft.
4,5
Accessories
Toothed Rack with modules 0.5 and 1 available.
(Material: Hard acetal plastic, Hostaform C)
250 Thickness
Breite
44 mm Part numbers
Toothed Rack Module M 0.5
Toothed Rack Module M 1.0
Toothed Rack M 1.0
250 Thickness
Breite
9 mm
Rotary Dampers
Application Examples
Pulley
Rotary Paper,
damper Foil etc.
Weight
Velocity Damping Tension Roller

Control Gimbals Damping
Rotary
damper
Solenoid
Motor
Stepper Motor Solenoid Damping Turnstile

Motion Control
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Lever Damping Damper for Control Yoke

Suspended Loads Damping
Pendulum Vibration Damping Index Table

Swing Damper Damper
Precision Hydraulic Feed Controls VC
with Fine Adjustment
ACE VC Precision Feed Controls are

sealed hydraulic units fitted with a
high precision metering element.
When the piston rod is depressed the
NEW
hydraulic oil is forced through the
adjustable precision metering orifice. Piston Rod
This provides a constant and precise
feed control throughout the stroke
length. The feed rate can be adjusted
over a wide range by turning the
external adjuster knob at the rear end Positive Stop
of the unit. The threaded outer body
makes installation and the adjustment
of feed control travel limits very Rod Bearing
simple.
FA, MA and MVC are similar feed
control units intended for applications
where the higher precision of the VC Rolling Diaphragm Seal
series is not required.
Piston
Outer Body
Return Spring
Pressure Chamber
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Feed Rate Adjustment
ACE Precision Feed Controls provide exact speed control

for machine motion. They are self-contained, maintenance
free, leakproof, temperature stable and stick-slip free. The
rolling diaphragm seal provides a hermetically sealed unit
and also provides an integral accumulator for the oil dis-
placed during operation. The high precision, adjustable
metering system can provide accurate feed rates from as
little as 12 mm/min with low propelling forces.
Applications include
Saws, Cutters, Drill
Feeds, Grinding and
Boring machines in the
Plastics, Metal, Wood
and Glass Industries.
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Precision Hydraulic Feed Controls VC
with Fine Adjustment
Part Number VC 25 . . . SP 25 MB 25
M25x1,5 KM
AF2525
∅8
∅ 14 ∅ 30 32
Anschlag
stop
möglich
B 6,4 6 M6
13 A Hub
Stroke
16 thickness
Breite 34
25 mm
25 mm 46
Air Bleed Adaptor
Accessories, mounting, installation… see pages 26 to 28. for VC 2515 to VC 2555 Clamp Mount
Capacity Chart
Propelling Force N
Return force Reset time max. Side Weight
Model Stroke A B N load angle
Part number min - max min - max s o kg
VC 2515 15 128 80 30 - 3 500 5 - 10 0.2 3 0.4
VC 2530 30 161 110 30 - 3 500 5 - 15 0.4 2 0.5
VC 2555 55 209 130 35 - 3 500 5 - 20 1.2 2 0.6
VC 2575 75 283 150 50 - 3 500 10 - 30 0.3 2 0.8
VC 25100 100 308 150 60 - 3 500 10 - 35 0.5 1 0.9
VC 25125 125 333.5 150 70 - 3 500 10 - 40 0.6 1 1.0
Technical Data Operating Range VC

VC precision feed controls not
3500
Feed rate range: min. 0.013 m/min with 400 N propelling VC
2575
force. Maximum 38 m/min with 3500 N propelling force. 3000
-
Do not rotate piston rod, if excessive rotation force is 25125
2500
Propelling Force (N)
applied rolling seal may rupture (only applies to VC 2515

to VC 2555). VC 2515 - 2555
2000
Outer body: Plain body 23.8 mm dia. (without thread)
is also available to order. 1500
Nylon button PP-600 can be fitted onto piston rod.
Unit may be mounted in any position. 1000
When mounting take care not to damage the adjuster knob.
500
Temperature range: 0° to 60°C.
Material: Body heavy duty steel tube with black oxide.
Piston rod with hard chrome plating. 6 12 24 36 6 12 24 36 6 12 24 36 6 12 24 36
x1 x 10 x100 x 1000
In contact with petroleum base oils or cutting fluids specify
optional neoprene rolling seal or install Air Bleed Adaptor Feed Rate mm/min
type SP 25.
Max. Allowable Kinetic Energy Mounting Examples

Model max. Energy max. Energy time through stroke at
at 0.3 m/s at 0.9 m/s hardest adjustment setting.
Nm Nm
Propelling force
450 N 3 500
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VC 2515 0.9 1.1 3.5 min 50 sec
VC 2530 1.4 1.9 7 min 100 sec Mounting with Clamp Mount MB 25
VC 2555 1.8 2.7 14 min 200 sec
VC 2575 2.5 3.3 21 min 300 sec
VC 25100 2.7 3.7 28 min 400 sec
VC 25125 2.9 4.5 35 min 500 sec
Installed with Air Bleed Collar SP 25
Installed with Switch Stop Collar inc. proximity

switch and steel button: AS 25 plus PS 25
Feed Controls FA/MA/MVC
Adjustable
Part Number AH 10 MB 10
FA 1008 V-B
14
∅ 2,5 ∅ 14,2
5,5 M4
AF 13
M10x1 SW 3 Stroke
Hub ∅6 20
11 8 Thick
Breite 16
51 14,5 10 mm 25
MA 35 M AH 12 MB 12
Einstellschraube
Adjustment screw
16
∅ 3,5
AF 16
M12x1 SW 4 Hub
Stroke ∅ 7,6 ∅ 16 5 M5
4 10 20 Thick
Breite 20
66 18 12 mm 32
MVC 225 M AH 20 MB 20
∅ 20,5 25
∅ 4,8
Stroke
Hub 4,6 6 M6
13,5 M20x1,5 AF 18
SW18 6 AF 24
SW24 ∅ 17 ∅ 25 SW22
AF 22 12
19 Thick
Breite 28
88 30 25 20 mm 40

MVC 600 M and MVC 900 M AH 25 MB 25
∅ 25,5 32
∅ 6,3
4,6 6 M6
Stroke
Hub ∅ 23
16,5 M25x1,5 AF 23
SW23 8 AF 30
SW30 25,4 (40) ∅ 32 SW27
AF 27 16 Thick
Breite 34
25 mm
mm 46
70 106,6 (138) 36,4 (51) 32
Dimensions for MVC 900 M in (…) Stop Collar Clamp Mount
Capacity Chart
Propelling force N
Return force Return time *max. Side Weight
Model Stroke N load angle
Part number min max min max s kg
°
FA 1008 V-B 8 10 - 180 3 - 6 0.3 2.5 0.026
MA 35 M 10 15 - 300 5 - 11 0.2 2 0.043
MVC 225 M 19 25 - 1 750 5 - 10 0.65 2 0.13
MVC 600 M 25 65 - 3 500 10 - 30 0.85 2 0.31
MVC 900 M 40 70 - 3 500 10 - 35 0.95 2 0.4
* For high side-load applications us Side Load Adaptor (BV) pages 24 to 27.
Operating range MVC 225 to 900

Technical Data 4000
FA 1008 V to MVC 900 M 3500

Propelling force (N)
Install mechanical stop 0.5 – 1 mm before end of stroke. 3000

2500 MVC 600
Operating temperature range: FA 1008V-B and MA 35 M: and 900
2000
0° to 70°C. MVC 225 M and MVC 900 M: 0° to 90°C.
1500
Self-contained. Can be mounted in any position.
1000
Max. impact velocity: Max. 1 m/s. 500
MVC 225
Material: Steel body with black oxide finish.
Stainless steel piston rod. 12 24 36 6 12 24 36 6 12 24 36 6 12 24 36
x1 x10 x100 x1000
Feed rate mm/min
Precision Feed Controls
Drilling Sheet Metal Cutting Fixture Holes in MDF

Furniture Panels
Fibreboard (MDF)
Drive Pneumatic
Cylinder
Striker
Fast advance Router Bit
Feed
Drill Spindle
Precision Router spindle

Feed Control
Drill Bit Pneumatic Precision
Cylinder Feed Control
Drive
A high force is necessary at the start of drilling when Originally a pneumatic tandem cylinder was used to
the drill first contacts the sheet. provide the initial fast advance. This was then slowed to
After the initial cut this high force causes the drill to cutting speed by a complicated regulating device. Despite
break through. This results in jagged edges rather than this the control and adjustability was unsatisfactory.
a smooth clean hole and also causes tool breakage. After installing the ACE VC Feed Control the feed rate
By installing an ACE VC Feed Control it is possible to could be adjusted precisely. The expensive and special
precisely control the rate of drill advance. As a result tandem cylinder could be replaced by a standard one
the drilled holes are clean and consistent and drill and the complicated regulating device was no longer
breakage is considerably reduced. required.
Cutting and Chamfering of Sawing Aluminium and

Plastic Tubes Plastic Profiles
Precision
Plastic Tube Feed Control
Cutter
Precision Saw Blade

Feed Control
Profile
Slide 71
Pneumatic
Cylinder
Precisely adjustable cutting and feed speeds are re- Varying material types, hardness and wear on the
quired depending on the particular material being pro- saw blade causes the cutting pressure to vary greatly.
cessed. A standard ACE VC Feed Control with its fine However the saw advance speed should remain con-
adjustment enables the cutter to be controlled exactly stant as changes cause breakage of the material being
for different materials. Using a standard pneumatic cut or of the saw blade.
cylinder for the drive force provides an economic and An ACE VC Feed Control fitted directly to the cutting
easily set up system for various materials. head provides a simple and low cost solution. The
cutting speed remains constant and can be easily preset.
Hydraulic Speed/Feed Controls DVC-32
Hydraulic Speed/Feed Controls from

ACE are maintenance free, self-con-
tained sealed units for precise control
of speed in both directions of travel.
The travel speed can be adjusted inde-
pendantly in each direction of travel.
Applications include pick and place,
machine slides and guards, flaps and
hoods etc. The wide variety of mount- Piston Rod
ing accessories make the DVC easy
to install on many different types of
application.
Rod Seal
Adjustment Knob
for Extension Speed
Rod Bearing
Accumulator
Piston
Pressure Chamber
72
Outer Body
Adjustment Knob
for Compression Speed
Thread for Mounting Accessories
72
Speed/Feed Controls DVC-32
Adjustable (Compression and Extension Forces 40 N to 2000 N)
Standard Dimensions
Eye
A8 ∅ 8,1
∅ 14 10 breit
thick
10 ∅ 14 10 thick
breit
∅ 8,1 A8
Ball 14
Kugel 14 ∅8
RR77 ∅ 32
Hub
Stroke 20 22
20 L+/-2 mm
L+/- 2 mmausgefahren
extended 20
Stud Thread
B8 M8 B8
9 Dimensions 8
Kugel
Ball Propelling force N
∅ 13 (Extension) (Compression) Angle Ball Joint
Type Stroke L
max. min. max. min. max. DIN 71802
C8 ∅ 13
DVC-32-50
DVC-32-100
50
100
240
340
42
42
2 000
2 000
42
42
2 000
1 670 C8
DVC-32-150 150 440 42 2 000 42 1 335
13
29,5
SW11
AF 11
30
30
Ordering Example DVC-32-50-DD-P
M8 (Max. permitted force 1000 N)
18°
18° Type (DVC speed/feed controller)
(Max. permitted force 1000 N) Body ø (32 mm)
Stroke (50 mm) Clevis Fork
D8 ∅8 Piston rod end fitting (D = Clevis fork) DIN 71752
Body end fitting (D = Clevis fork)
16
Damping direction (P = Both directions) D8
8
Damping options
16 M = Damping on out stroke P = Damping in both directions
32 N = Damping on in stroke X = Special model suffix 32
E8 max.
The end fittings are interchangeable.
Swivel Eye DIN 648
30° ∅13 SW11
AF 11 For inline ball joint F8 see page 86. E8
8 6
∅8
R12 12 36
36
Compression speed control chart Tension speed control chart

3000 3000
2500 2500
Propelling Force N
Propelling Force N
Einstellung
1/4offen
1/4 open 1/2 offen
open 3/4 open open
offen offen
2000 DVC-32-50 2000
1500 DVC-32-100 1500 73
DVC-32-150
1000 1000
500 Maximum 500

Force
0 0
0 250 500 750 1000 0 250 500 750 1000 1250
Speed mm/sec Speed mm/sec
Technical Data
ACE speed/feed controls are self-contained and maintenance free. Operating temperature: 0° to 65°C.
Mechanical stops: Provide mechanical stop 1 to 1.5 mm before Operating fluid: Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) 42cSt. at 40°C
end of each stroke direction. Material: Body: black anodised aluminium. Piston rod: hard chrome
Mounting position: Can be mounted in any position. plated steel. End fittings: zinc plated steel.
To special order: Special oils and external finishes. Uni-directional
damping (free flow in reverse direction). NOTE: End fittings should
be secured with Loctite or similiar.
Hydraulic Dampers HB-15 to HB-40
HB Hydraulic Dampers from ACE are

maintenance free, self contained and
sealed units. They are available with
body diameters from 15 mm up to
40 mm and with stroke lengths up to
800 mm. As standard they are supplied
as double acting dampers but a single
acting version is also available. The
travel speed is adjustable and remains
constant throughout the stroke. (single Piston Rod
acting version is controllable in one
direction only, with free flow in the
opposite direction.) HB Dampers follow
ACE’s slimline Gas Spring design.
A large range of screw on mounting
accessories make the HB damper very
versatile and easy to install in many
varied types of application. Typical
applications include machine guards
and lids, fire safety flaps and doors, Main Bearing
damping oscillations of suspended
loads (Power and Free Systems) etc.
Seals
Metering Orifice
Adjuster Peg
Piston
Pressure Chamber
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Outer Body
HB dampers can be mounted in any position. To adjust the

travel speed pull (or push) the piston rod to it’s fully exten-
ded (or fully compressed) position. Whilst still pulling the
rod turn it clockwise to increase damping or anti-clockwise
to decrease the damping. The adjustment is multi-turn and
may require several
trial and error adjust-
ments. NOTE: The
internal construction
results in small
amount of free travel
when reversing travel
direction. The powder
Thread for coated outer body and
Mounting hard chrome plated
Accessories rod provide a long
lifetime.
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Hydraulic Dampers HB-15
Standard Dimensions
∅ 6,1 ∅ 6,1
Eye
∅ 10 66breit
thick 66 breit
thick
A5 A5
Ball
Kugel 10 ∅6 ∅ 15 10
RR 55
Hub
Stroke
16 L+/-
L+/-22mm
mmausgefahren
extended 16
+ max +6 max
mm for adjustment
6 mm setting
Verstellweg
Stud Thread
B5 M5 B5
5 Dimensions 5
Kugel
Ball Type L Max.
∅8 Stroke Extended Compression force N Angle Ball Joint
HB-15-25 25 90 800
DIN 71802
C5 HB-15-50 50 140 800
∅8
HB-15-75
HB-15-100
75
100
190
240
800
350 C5
9 HB-15-150 150 340 300
19
SW
AF 7 7
22 22
18°
M5 Ordering Example HB-15-150-DD-M (Max. permitted force 450 N)
18°
(Max. permitted force 450 N) Type (Hydraulic damper)
Body dia. ø (15 mm) Clevis Fork
D5 ∅5 Stroke (150 mm) DIN 71752
Piston rod end fitting (D = Clevis fork)
10
5
Body end fitting (D = Clevis fork) D5
Damping direction (M = out stroke only)
10 Damping options
20 M = Damping on out stroke only P = Damping in both directions 20
N = Damping on in stroke only X = Special model suffix
The end fittings are interchangeable and must be positively

secured by the customer to prevent unscrewing (i. e. Loctite).
Technical Data Mounting Brackets (zinc plated steel)

ACE hydraulic dampers are self-contained and maintenance free.
Adjustment: Adjustment of the damping rate is achieved by GSB-01 max. force 500 N
pulling (or pushing) the piston rod to its fully extended (or com-
pressed) position. Whilst still pulling the piston rod turn it clock- R10
∅6
wise to increase damping or anti-clockwise to decrease damping.
This adjustment can add a max. of 6 mm to the L dim. shown. ∅4,3
75
Free travel: Construction of standard damper results in a free travel 32 7
of approx 20 % of total stroke when changing travel direction.
3 thick
Mechanical stops: Provide mechanical stops 1 to 1.5 mm before
end of each stroke direction. R7 55 9
Mounting position: Can be mounted in any position.
Operating temperature range: -30°C to +80°C. GSB-02 max. force 500 N
Operating fluid: Hydraulic oil.
Material: Body: black powder coated steel. Piston rod: hard R10
Kugel
Ball
chrome plated. End fittings: zinc plated steel. ∅8
∅4,3
32 8
3 thick
R7 55 16
For use with Ball joint type C5.
Note: Observe max. force limits.
Standard Dimensions
Eye
∅ 8,1
A8 ∅ 14 10 breit
10 thick 10 thick
breit ∅ 8,1
A8
Ball
Kugel 14 ∅8 ∅ 22 14
RR77
Hub
Stroke
20 L+/-
L+/-2 2mm
mmausgefahren
extended 20
+ max+6max
mm 6mm Verstellweg
for adjustment setting
Stud Thread
B8 M8 B8
Kugel
Ball
9 Dimensions 8
∅ 13 Type Stroke L max. Angle Ball Joint
Extended Compression force N
HB-22-50 50 150 1 800 DIN 71802
C8 ∅ 13
HB-22-100
HB-22-150
100
150
250
350
1 800
1 800 C8
13 HB-22-200 200 450 1 000
HB-22-250 250 550 1 000
29,5
SW11
AF 11
30
30
M8
18° (Max. permitted force 1000 N)
18° Ordering Example HB-22-150-DD-M
(Max. permitted force 1000 N)
Type (Hydraulic Damper) Clevis Fork
Body ø (22 mm)
D8 ∅8
Stroke (150 mm)
DIN 71752
16
Body end fitting (D = Clevis fork)
D8
8
Damping direction (M = out stroke only)
16 Damping options
32 32
M = Damping on out stroke only P = Damping in both directions
max. N = Damping on in stroke only X = Special model suffix Swivel Eye DIN 648
E8 30°
AF 11
∅13 SW11
E8
8 6
∅8
R12 12 36
76 36

ACE hydraulic dampers are self-contained and
maintenance free. GSB-03 max. force 1200 N GSB-04 max. force 1200 N
Adjustment: Adjustment of the damping rate is
achieved by pulling (or pushing) the piston rod R10
to its fully extended (or compressed) position. ∅8 ∅20
∅8
Whilst still pulling the piston rod turn it clock-
wise to increase damping and anti-clockwise to ∅4,3 53
32 41
decrease damping. This adjustment can add a 11
maximum of 6 mm to the L dimension shown. 3 thick
2 3
Free travel: Construction of standard damper R7 55
results in a free travel of approx. 20 % of stroke. 10 ∅5 44 15 11
Mechanical stops: Provide mechanical stops
1 to 1.5 mm before end of each stroke direction.
Mounting position: Can be mounted in any GSB-05 max. force 1800 N GSB-06 max. force 1200 N
position.
Operating temperature range: -20°C to +80°C. R10
Operating fluid: Hydraulic oil. Kugel
Ball
22 ∅4,3 ∅ 13
Material: Body: powder coated steel. Piston rod: ∅6,5 ∅8 13 32
chrome plated. End fittings: zinc plated steel or ∅6,5 8
aluminium. 20 3 thick
75 18 R7 55
95 17,5
Standard Dimensions
Eye
∅ 8,1
A8 ∅ 14 10breit
10 thick 10 thick
breit ∅ 8,1
A8
Ball
Kugel 14 ∅ 10 ∅ 28 14
RR 77
Hub
Stroke
20 L+/-
L+/-2 2mm
mmausgefahren
extended 20
+ max+6max
mm 6mm Verstellweg
for adjustment setting
Stud Thread
B8 M8 B8
Kugel
Ball
9 Dimensions 8
∅ 13 Type L max. Angle Ball Joint
Extended Compression force N
DIN 71802
HB-28-100 260 3 000
C8 ∅ 13
HB-28-150
HB-28-200
360
460
3 000
3 000
C8
13 HB-28-250 560 3 000
29,5 HB-28-300 660 2 500
SW11
AF 11 HB-28-350 760 2 000
30
30 HB-28-400 860 1 500
HB-28-500 1 060 1 000
M8
18° (Max. permitted force 1000 N)
18°
(Max. permitted force 1000 N)
Clevis Fork
Ordering Example HB-28-150-DD-M
D8 ∅8 DIN 71752
16
Type (Hydraulic Damper)
Body ø (28 mm)
D8
8
Stroke (150 mm)
16 Body end fitting (D = Clevis fork)
32 Damping direction (M = out stroke only) 32
max. Swivel Eye DIN 648
E8 30° AF 11
∅13 SW11
Damping options
M = Damping on out stroke only P = Damping in both directions E8
N = Damping on in stroke only X = Special model suffix
8 6
∅8
secured by the customer to prevent unscrewing (i. e. Loctite). 36
R12 12
36

ACE hydraulic dampers are self-contained and
maintenance free. GSB-03 max. force 1200 N GSB-04 max. force 1200 N
Adjustment: Adjustment of the damping rate is
achieved by pulling (or pushing) the piston rod to R10 ∅20
its fully extended (or compressed) position. Whilst
still pulling the piston rod turn it clockwise to
∅8 ∅8
77
increase damping and anti-clockwise to decrease ∅4,3 41 53
damping. This adjustment can add a maximum 32 11
of 6 mm to the L dimension shown. 3 thick 3
2
Free travel: Construction of the standard damper 10 ∅5 44 15 11
R7 55
results in free travel of approx. 20 % of stroke.
Mechanical stops: Provide mechanical stops
1 to 1.5 mm before end of each stroke direction.
Mounting position: Can be mounted in any GSB-05 max. force 1800 N GSB-06 max. force 1200 N
position.
Operating temperature range: -20°C to +80°C. R10
Kugel
Ball
Operating fluid: Hydraulic oil. ∅ 13
∅6,5 22 ∅4,3
Material: Body: powder coated steel. Piston rod: ∅8 13 32
hard chrome plated. End fittings: zinc plated steel ∅6,5 8
or aluminium. 20 3 thick
75
95 18 R7 55 17,5
Standard Dimensions
Eye
∅ 8,1
A10 ∅ 18 12breit
12 thick 12 thick
breit ∅ 8,1
A10
Ball
Kugel 17 ∅ 14 ∅ 40 17
RR 99
Hub
Stroke
25 L+/-
L+/-22mm
mmausgefahren
extended 25
+ max 6+ mm
maxfor
6mm Verstellweg
adjustment setting
Stud Thread
B10 M10 B10
9 Dimensions 13
Type Stroke L max.
Kugel
Ball extended Compression force N Angle Ball Joint
∅ 16
HB-40-100 100 275 10 000 DIN 71802
HB-40-150 150 375 10 000
C10 HB-40-200
HB-40-300
200
300
475
675
10 000
10 000
C10
∅ 16 HB-40-400 400 875 8 000
16 HB-40-500 500 1 075 6 000
36 HB-40-600 600 1 275 4 000
AF 13
SW13 HB-40-700 700 1 475 3 000
35
35 HB-40-800 800 1 675 3 000
M10 (Max. permitted force 1600 N)

18°
18°
(Max. permitted force 1600 N) Clevis Fork
Ordering Example HB-40-300-EE-N DIN 71752
D10 ∅ 10
Type (Hydraulic Damper) D10
Body ø (40 mm)
20 Stroke (300 mm)
10
Piston rod end fitting (E = Clevis fork)
Body end fitting (E = Clevis fork)
20 Damping direction (M = out stroke only)
40 40
E10 max. Damping options

M = Damping on out stroke only P = Damping in both directions
Swivel Eye DIN 648
16° AF 14
∅16 SW14 N = Damping on in stroke only X = Special model suffix E10
9 7
78 R14,5
∅ 10
43
13
43

ACE hydraulic dampers are self-contained and maintenance free.
Adjustment: Adjustment of the damping rate is achieved by GSB-05 max. force 1800 N
pulling (or pushing) the piston rod to its fully extended (or com
pressed) position. Whilst still pulling the piston rod turn it clock-
wise to increase or anti-clockwise to decrease. This can add
6 mm to dim. L shown.
Free travel: Construction of standard damper results in a free ∅6,5 22 ∅8 13
travel of approx. 20 % of stroke when changing directions. ∅6,5
20
Mechanical stops: Provide mechanical stops 1 to 1.5 mm before
end of stroke in each direction. 75 18
95
Mounting position: Can be mounted in any position.
Operating temperature range: -20°C to +80°C (with special seals
up to 120°C).
Operating fluid: Hydraulic oil.
Material: Body: powder coated steel. Piston rod: Hard chrome
plated. End fittings: zinc plated steel or aluminium.
Hydraulic Dampers
Scissor Lift Table Screw Drive The Hydraulic Damper acts as a safety
device in the event of the screw actua-
tor breaking or failing. It prevents the
danger of the table dropping suddenly
and unexpectedly. The lowering speed
can be set to a safe rate by adjusting
the hydraulic damper as required.
Suspended Conveyor (Powered and Free)
79
The HB Hydraulic Damper is mounted

between the suspended carrier and the
conveyor drive bogie. In this position
it acts as a damping element against
the centrifugal force tending to swing
the carrier outwards as the conveyor
goes round curves. It also functions as
an oscillation damper to prevent the
carrier swinging.
Industral Gas Springs GS-10 to GS-40
The ACE Gas Spring range includes

Push Type, Pull Type (traction) and
Lockable Gas Springs all designed for
the industrial environment.
ACE Industrial Gas Springs are maint-
enance free and self contained. They
are available ex. stock with body dia-
meters from 10 mm up to 40 mm, and
forces from 10 N up to 5 000 N. ACE
Gas Springs have an integral front
grease chamber which provides a very
low break away force, low friction and
extremely long life compared with con-
ventional gas springs. It also allows
them to be mounted in any orientation, Hard Chrome
although rod downwards is preferable Plated
if you want to take advantage of the Piston Rod
built-in end position damping. The
optional valve allows the force to be
adjusted to your specific requirements.
A wide variety of interchangeable end
fittings makes installation easy and
versatile. They are universally appli-
cable whereever you have lifting and Integral Grease Chamber
lowering. They remove the need for for Increased Lifetime
”muscle power“ and provide con-
Metering Orifice for
trolled motion for lids, hoods, machine Controlled Extension and
guards etc. The ACE Selection Soft- Compression Velocities
ware quickly specifies the correct gas
spring for your individual application
and we can deliver, usually within 24
hours. ACE Traction Gas springs work
in the Pull direction and are available
with body diameters of 19 mm and
28 mm. ACE Lockable Gas springs
can be locked or unlocked any-
where through their stroke Precision Steel Tube –
length. They are available in Powder Coated for Corrosion Protection
rigid or ”spring“ locking
versions with forces up
to 1300 N. The lock re- Filled with High Pressure Nitrogen Gas
lease can be operated
by a remote hydrau- Oil Zone Filling for End Position
lic pushbutton or Damping and Lubrication
manually operated.
ACE Industrial Gas Springs provide a maintenance free
sealed for life system, being filled with high pressure
nitrogen gas. The oil zone filling provides end position
damping and internal lubrication for a long lifetime. On
the extension stroke of the gas spring, for example when
opening a car tailgate, the nitrogen gas flows through the
80 metering orifice in the piston to provide a controlled
opening speed and the oil zone provides damping at the
fully open position
to avoid impact dam-
age. The gas spring
should be mounted
”rod down“ for this
damping to be effec-
tive. On closing the
tailgate the gas spring
helps support the
weight. The metering
orifice controls the
extension and com-
pression velocities of
80 the gas spring.
Selection Formulae and Mounting Tips
Example ACE Industral Gas Springs can be selected knowing

m = 50 kg the following facts:
RM = 500 mm 1. Weight of the Flap kg
LG = 160 mm 2. Radius of centre of gravity mm
a = 90° 3. Propelling force N
n =2 4. Angle of opening °
5. Sketch of the application layout
Symbols used in formulae

FG Force due to weight of flap (m · g) N
RM Radius of centre of gravity mm
LG Radius of gas spring force mm
n Number of gas springs in parallel –
a Angle of opening °
Basic Formula for To save your time we recommend that the calcula-
extension force required: tion/ selection of the most suitable gas spring is done
FG · RM by ACE.
F1 =
LG · n · 0.95
With our sophisticated selection software we can
quickly determine the opening and closing hand
50 · 9.81 · 0.5
F1 = forces over the complete movement and recommend
0.16 · 2 · 0.95
the optimum mounting points, gas spring model and
F1 = 810 N nominal force.
required extension force: The basic formulae given left enables an approximate
F1 = 810 N calculation of the required gas spring force for one
mounting position geometry only.
required gas spring:
For ACE assistance please fax us a completed copy
GS-22-200-AA-810 N
of the application details sketch on page 93.
ACE Industrial Gas Springs are self-contained, Gas springs contain nitrogen gas at very high
maintenance free and ready for installation. pressure:
under no circumstances should they be opened or
The following points should be noted to ensure the subjected to excessive tensile loads.
longest possible operating life: Gas Springs must not be exposed to bending forces
or side loads.These can be avoided by choosing
Where possible arrange the fixing suitable end fittings and leaving some bearing ”float“
points so that the gas spring positively on eye fittings. We recommend using ball joints on
holds the flap closed. most applications as these help eliminate any mis-
External propelling force, alignment.
for example hand force
to close flap. Mounting orientation: if possible mount rod down-
wards to achieve end position damping on extension
stroke.
Force tolerance: plus or minus 5 % of nominal F1 force

at 20°C.
Effect of temperature: An increase in temperature of

each 10°C will increase force by approx. 3.4 %.
Choose a standard available gas spring before fixing

your mounting positions. Preferably allow ACE to
provide a printout showing the most suitable model.
Protect the piston rod from impact damage, scratches,

Force due to
dirt or paint contamination. (Protective rod shrouds
weight at centre
are available from ACE). The gas spring barrel must
of gravity.
not be damaged or deformed.
Note: Initial breakaway force may be higher if units

are stored for a long period without use. 81
Gas Spring Characteristics and Applications
Gas Spring Force-Stroke Characteristics Model *Progression Friction FR

Standard Gas Spring (Push Type) approx. % approx. in N
GS-10 20 10
GS-12 25 20
GS-15 27 20
GS-19 33 30
F4 GS-22 38 30
d ion FR GS-28 52 40
fa h
r re
e sn s
F3 coem in p GS-40 30 50
rerenndnd
fashhio
GBF-28 50 60
exatuuessnfa
a F2 GBS-28 50 60
F1
5 5
Hub mm
Stroke mm Spring Force F in N
F1 = Nominal Force at 20°C (this is force figure normally used when specifying Gas Spring)
F2 to F1 = Force on extension stroke. F3 to F4 = Force on compression stroke.
Traction Gas Spring (Pull Type) Model *Progression Friction FR

approx. % approx. in N
GZ-19 10 30
GZ-28 20 40
F4
outwauarszdiehestnroke F3
inweiarnzdiesthero
n ke FR
F2
F1
5 5
Hub mm
Stroke mm Spring Force F in N
F1 = Nominal Force at 20°C (this is force figure normally used when specifying Gas Spring)
F1 to F2 = Pulling force on inward stroke. F3 to F4 = Pulling force on outward stroke.
* The Progression (the slope of the force line in the diagrams above) is due to the reduction of the internal gas volume
as the piston rod moves from its initial position to its fully stroked position. The approx. progression values given
above for standard springs can be altered on request.
Effect of Temperature: The nominal F1 figure is given at 20°C. An increase of 10°C will increase force by 3.4 %.
Filling Tolerance on F1 Force: plus or minus 5 % of nominal force.
Typical Applications
82
The pair of Gas Springs act as safety elements to By virtue of their mounting geometry with eccentric
prevent the accidental falling of the guard. They also pivot point the Gas Springs provide assistance in
hold the guard in its open position to allow machine manually opening or closing the heavy bin lid. Lifting
access. They also help the operator by considerably the flap is made a lot easier but it still remains positive-
reducing the hand effort necessary to manually open ly closed when required due to the eccentric positioning
the guard. of the gas spring mounting points.
GS-10 Gas Springs – Push Type
NEW
Extension Forces 5 N to 100 N
Standard Dimensions
∅ 4,1 ∅ 4,1
Eye
∅8 44breit
thick 44breit
thick
A3.5 A3.5
Ball
Kugel 8 ∅3 ∅ 10 8
RR 44
Hub
Stroke
12 L+/-2 2mm
L+/- mmausgefahren
extended 12
Stud Thread
B3.5 M3,5 B3.5
5 Dimensions 5
Kugel
Ball Type Stroke L
extended
∅6 Angle Ball Joint
GS-10-20 20 72
C3.5 GS-10-30 30 92 DIN 71802
∅8
GS-10-40
GS-10-50
GS-10-60
40
50
60
112
132
152
C3.5
9 GS-10-80 80 192
19
SW
AF 7 7
18 18
M4
18°
18°
Ordering Example GS-10-80-AC-60
Clevis Fork
Type (Push type) DIN 71752
D3.5 ∅4
Body ø (10 mm)
Stroke (80 mm) D3.5
Piston rod end fitting
8 (A = Eye fitting)
4
Body end fitting
8
(C = Angle ball joint)
16 Nominal force F1 60 N 16

For adjustment valve add suffix -R to part number.
Technical Data
ACE gas springs are self-contained and maintenance free. Available force range: 5 to 100 N.
Mounting position: Can be mounted in any position but we Material: Body: powder coated steel. Piston rod: hard chrome
recommend mounting with piston rod downwards. plated. End fittings: zinc plated steel or aluminium.
End position damping length: approx. 5 mm. To special order: Without damping, extended length damping,
Progression: approx. 20 %. special force curves, special lengths, alternative end fittings.
Operating temperature range: -20°C to +80°C.
Operating fluid: Nitrogen gas and oil (for end damping).
83
Standard Dimensions
∅ 4,1
Eye
∅8 44breit
thick 44 breit
thick ∅ 4,1
A3.5 A3.5
Ball
Kugel 8 ∅4 ∅ 12 8
RR 44
Hub
Stroke
12 L+/-2 2mm
L+/- mmausgefahren
extended 12
Stud Thread
B3.5 M3,5 B3.5
5 Dimensions 5
Kugel
Ball Type Stroke L max. F1
∅6
extended Angle Ball Joint
GS-12-20 20 72 180 N
DIN 71802
C3.5 GS-12-40 40 112 180 N
∅8
GS-12-50
GS-12-60
50
60
132
152
180 N
180 N C3.5
GS-12-80 80 192 150 N
9 GS-12-100 100 232 150 N
19 GS-12-120 120 272 120 N
SW
AF 7 7 GS-12-150 150 332 100 N
18 18
M4
18° Clevis Fork
18°
DIN 71752
D3.5 Ordering Example GS-12-100-AA-30
∅4
Type (Push type) D3.5
8 Body ø (12 mm)
4 Stroke (100 mm)
Piston rod end fitting (A = Eye fitting)
8 Body end fitting (A = Eye fitting)

NEW
Technical Data
84 ACE gas springs are self-contained and maintenance free.
Mounting position: can be mounted in any position but we
Available force range: 10 to 180 N.
recommend mounting with the piston rod downwards so that Material: Body: powder coated steel. Piston rod: hard chrome
the damping is effective at end of extension stroke. plated. End fittings: zinc plated steel or aluminium.
End position damping length: approx. 10 mm. To special order: Without damping, extended length damping,
Progression: approx. 25 %. special force curves, special lengths (max. 150 mm stroke),
Operating temperature range: -20°C to +80°C. alternative end fittings.
Standard Dimensions
∅ 6,1
Eye
∅ 10 66breit
thick 66 breit
thick ∅ 6,1
A5 A5
Ball
Kugel 10 ∅6 ∅ 15 10
RR 55
Hub
Stroke
16 L+/-2 2mm
L+/- mmausgefahren
extended 16
Stud Thread
B5 M5 B5
5 Dimensions 5
Kugel
Ball
Type Stroke L
∅8
GS-15-20 20 66
GS-15-40 40 106
DIN 71802
C5 GS-15-50
GS-15-60
50
60
126
146 C5
∅8 GS-15-80 80 186
9 GS-15-100 100 226
19 GS-15-120 120 266
SW
AF 7 7 GS-15-150 150 326
22 22
M5
18° Clevis Fork
18°
D5 Ordering Example GS-15-150-AC-400 DIN 71752

∅5
Type (Push type) D5
10 Body ø (15 mm)
5 Stroke (150 mm)
10 (A = Eye fitting)
20 Body end fitting 20
Nominal force F1 400 N


ACE gas springs are self-contained and maintenance free.
Mounting position: Can be mounted in any position but we GSB-01 max. force 500 N
recommend mounting with the piston rod downwards so that
the damping is effective at end of extension stroke. R10
∅6
End position damping length: approx. 10 mm.
Progression: approx. 27 %. ∅4,3
Operating temperature range: -20°C to +80°C. 32 7
Operating fluid: Nitrogen gas and oil (for end damping). 3 thick
Available force range: 10 to 400 N. R7 55 9
Material: Body: powder coated steel. Piston rod: hard chrome
To special order: Without damping, extended length damping,
special force curves, special lengths (max. 250 mm stroke), GSB-02 max. force 500 N
alternative end fittings.
R10 Kugel
Ball
∅8
32
∅4,3
8
85
3 thick
R7 55 16
For use with ball joint type C5.
∅ 8,1
Standard Dimensions 10
10 thick
breit ∅ 8,1
Eye
A8 ∅ 14 10breit
10 thick
A8
Ball
Kugel 14 ∅8 ∅ 19 14
RR77
Hub
Stroke
20 L+/-2 mm
extended 20
Stud Thread
B8 M8 B8
Ball
Kugel 9 Dimensions 8
∅ 13 Angle Ball Joint
Type Stroke L
extended DIN 71802
C8 ∅ 13
GS-19-50
GS-19-100
50
100
164
264 C8
GS-19-150 150 364
13
GS-19-200 200 464
29,5 GS-19-250 250 564
AF 11
SW11
GS-19-300 300 664 30
30
M8
18°
18° Clevis Fork
D8 ∅8 Ordering Example GS-19-150-AC-600 DIN 71752
16
Type (Push type) D8
8 Body ø (19 mm)
Stroke (150 mm)
16
32 (A = Eye fitting) 32
max. Body end fitting Swivel Eye DIN 648
E8 30° AF 11
∅13 SW11
Nominal force F1 600 N E8
8 The end fittings are interchangeable. 6
∅8 For adjustment valve add suffix -R to part number.
R12 12 36
36
F8 45° AF 17
SW17 Inline Ball Joint
M8
F8
22 12,5 20 32,5

ACE gas springs are self-contained and maintenance
free. GSB-03 max. force 1200 N GSB-04 max. force 1200 N
Mounting postion: Can be mounted in any position
but we recommend mounting with piston rod R10 ∅20
86 downwards so that damping is effective at end of
extension stroke.
∅8 ∅8
∅4,3 41 53
End damping length: approx. 10 mm. 32
11
Progression: approx. 33 %. 3 thick 3
Operating temperature: -20°C to +80°C 2
R7 55 10 ∅5 44 15 11
(with special seals up to 200°C).
Operating fluid: Nitrogen gas and oil
(for end damping). GSB-05 max. force 1800 N GSB-06 max. force 1200 N
Available force range: 50 to 700 N. R10
Material: Body: powder coated steel. Piston rod: Kugel
Ball
hard chrome plated. End fittings: zinc plated steel ∅ 13
∅6,5 22 ∅8 13 ∅4,3
or aluminium.
∅6,5 32 8
To special order: Without damping, extended length 20
damping, special force curves, special lengths, 3 thick
75 18
alternative end fittings. 95 R7 55 17,5
For use with ball joints type C8.
∅ 8,1
Standard Dimensions 10
10 thick
breit ∅ 8,1
Eye
A8 ∅ 14 10breit
10 thick
A8
Ball
Kugel 14 ∅ 10 ∅ 22 14
RR77
Hub
Stroke
20 L+/-2 mm
extended 20
Stud Thread
B8 M8 B8
Ball
Kugel 9 Dimensions 8
∅ 13 Angle Ball Joint
Type Stroke L
extended DIN 71802
C8 ∅ 13
GS-22-50
GS-22-100
50
100
164
264 C8
GS-22-150 150 364
13
GS-22-200 200 464
29,5 GS-22-250 250 564
AF 11
SW11
GS-22-300 300 664 30
30 GS-22-350 350 764
GS-22-400 400 864
M8 GS-22-450 450 964 (Max. permitted force 1000 N)
18°
18° GS-22-500 500 1064
Clevis Fork
(Max. permitted force 1000 N) GS-22-550 550 1164
∅8 GS-22-600 600 1264 DIN 71752
D8 GS-22-650
GS-22-700
650
700
1364
1464 D8
16
8
16
32 32
Ordering Example GS-22-150-AB-900
max. Swivel Eye DIN 648
E8 30° AF 11
∅13 SW11 Type (Push type)
Body ø (22 mm) E8
Stroke (150 mm)
8 Piston rod end fitting 6
∅8 (A = Eye fitting)
R12 12 Body end fitting 36
36 (B = Stud thread)
F8 45° AF 17
SW17 Inline Ball Joint
M8 The end fittings are interchangeable.
F8
22 12,5 20 32,5

ACE gas springs are self-contained and maintenance Note! Observe max. force limits.
free.
Mounting Position: Can be mounted in any position GSB-03 max. force 1200 N GSB-04 max. force 1200 N
but we recommend mounting with piston rod down-
wards so that damping is effective at end of extension R10 ∅20
∅8 ∅8
stroke.
End damping length: approx. 10 mm. ∅4,3 41 53
32
Progression: approx. 38 %. 11
Operating temperature range: -20°C to +80°C 3 thick 3
2
(with special seals up to 200°C). R7 55 10 ∅5 44 15 11
(for end damping).
GSB-05 max. force 1800 N GSB-06 max. force 1200 N
Material: Body: powder coated steel. Piston rod: R10
Kugel
Ball
87
hard chrome plate. End fittings: zinc plated steel or ∅ 13
aluminium. 22 ∅4,3
∅6,5 ∅8 13 32
To special order: Without damping, extended length, ∅6,5 8
damping, special force curves, special lengths, 20 3 thick
alternative end fittings. 75 18 R7 55 17,5
95 For use with ball joints type C8.
Note! Observe max. force limits.
∅ 8,1
Standard Dimensions Eye
breit
12 thick ∅ 8,1
A10 ∅ 18 12breit
12 thick
A10
Ball
Kugel 17 ∅ 14 ∅ 28 17
RR 99 Hub
Stroke
25 L+/-
L+/-2 2mm
mmausgefahren
extended 25
Stud thread
B10 M10 B10
9 Dimensions 13
Type Stroke L
Kugel
Ball
∅ 16
GS-28-100 100 262
GS-28-150 150 362
DIN 71802
C10 GS-28-200
GS-28-250
200
250
462
562 C10
∅ 16 GS-28-300 300 662
16 GS-28-350 350 762
36 GS-28-400 400 862
SW13
AF 13 GS-28-450 450 962
35
35 GS-28-500 500 1062
GS-28-550 550 1162
M10 GS-28-600 600 1262 (Max. permitted force 1600 N)
18° GS-28-650 650 1362
18° GS-28-700 700 1462
(Max. permitted force 1600 N) GS-28-750 750 1562 Clevis Fork
DIN 71752
D10 ∅ 10
D10
20 Ordering Example GS-28-150-EE-1200
10
Type (Push type)

20
40
Body ø (28 mm) 40
Stroke (150 mm)
E10 max. Piston rod end fitting
(E = Swivel eye)
Swivel Eye DIN 648
24° AF 14
∅16 SW14 Body end fitting E10
(E = Swivel eye)
∅10
The end fittings are interchangeable. 43
R14,5 13 For adjustment valve add suffix -R to part number.
43
Technical Data
Mounting position: Can be mounted in any position but we
recommend mounting with piston rod downwards so that
damping is effective at end of extension stroke.
End damping length: approx. 10 mm.
88 Progression: approx. 52 %.
Operating temperature range: -20°C to +80°C
To special order: without damping, extended length damping,
special force curves, special lengths, alternative end fittings.
∅ 14,1
breit
14 thick ∅ 14,1
A14 ∅ 25 14breit
14 thick
A14
Ball
Kugel 21 ∅ 20 ∅ 40 21
R 12,5 Hub
Stroke
40 L+/-
L+/-2 2mm
mmausgefahren
extended 40
Stud thread
B14 M14x1,5 B14
15 Dimensions 15
Type Stroke L
Kugel
Ball
∅ 20
GS-40-100 100 317
GS-40-150 150 417
DIN 71802
C14 GS-40-200
GS-40-300
200
300
517
717 C14
∅ 22 GS-40-400 400 917
20 GS-40-500 500 1117
48 GS-40-800 800 1717
SW16
AF 16 GS-40-1000 1000 2117
45
45
M14x1,5 (Max. permitted force 2500 N)

18°
18°
(Max. permitted force 2500 N) Ordering Example GS-40-150-DD-3500 Clevis Fork
DIN 71752
D14 ∅ 14
Type (Push type)
Body ø (40 mm) D14
Stroke (150 mm)
27 Piston rod end fitting
14
(D = Clevis fork)
27 Body end fitting
56 (D = Clevis fork) 56
E14 max. Swivel Eye DIN 648
16° AF 22
∅ 20 SW22
For adjustment valve add suffix -R to part number. E14
19 13,5
∅14
R18 18 57
57
Technical Data
Mounting position: Can be mounted in any position but we
recommend mounting with piston rod downwards so that
damping is effective at end of extension stroke.
End damping length: approx. 10 mm.
Progression: approx. 30 %.
Operating temperature range: -20°C to +80°C
(for end damping).
To special order: Without damping,extended length damping,
special force curves, special lengths, alternative end fittings. 89
GZ-19 Traction Gas Springs – Pull Type
Traction (Pull) Forces 20 N to 300 N

A8 ∅ 8,1
∅ 14 10breit
10 thick 10 thick
breit ∅ 8,1
A8
Ball
Kugel 14 ∅6 ∅ 19 14
RR77
20
Hub
Stroke 20 L+/-
L+/-2 mm
2 mmeingefahren
retracted 20
Stud Thread
B8 M8 B8
Kugel
Ball 10 Dimensions 10
∅ 13 Type Stroke L Angle Ball Joint
retracted DIN 71802
C8 ∅ 13
GZ-19-30
GZ-19-50
30
50
110
130 C8
GZ-19-100 100 180
13
GZ-19-150 150 230
29,5 GZ-19-200 200 280
SW11
AF 11 GZ-19-250 250 330 30
30
M8
18°
18°
Ordering Example GZ-19-150-AC-250 Clevis Fork
DIN 71752
D8 ∅8 Type (Pull type)
Body ø (19 mm) D8
16 Stroke (150 mm)
8
(A = Eye fitting)
16 Body end fitting
32 32
E8 max.
Traction force F1 250 N Swivel Eye DIN 648
30° ∅13 SW11
AF 11 The end fittings are interchangeable. E8
8 For inline ball joint F8 see page 86. 6
∅8
R12 12
36 36

ACE traction gas springs are self-contained and GSB-03 max. force 1200 N GSB-04 max. force 1200 N
maintenance free and supplied without damping. Note : Remember rising force curve on extension.
Mounting position: Can be mounted in any
position. Install mechanical stop in extended R10 ∅20
∅8 ∅8
position.
90 Progression: approx. 10 %. ∅4,3 41 53
Operating temperature range: -20°C to +80°C. 32 11
Operating fluid: Nitrogen gas and oil 3 thick 2 3
(for lubrication). R7 55 10 ∅5 44 15 11
Available traction force range: 20 to 300 N.
Material: Body: powder coated steel. Piston rod:
hard chrome plated. End fittings: zinc plated steel GSB-05 max. force 1800 N GSB-06 max. force 1200 N
or aluminium.
Note: Secure fittings with Loctite or similar. R10
Kugel
Ball
To special order: Special force curves, special ∅ 13
lengths, alternative end fittings. ∅6,5 22 ∅4,3
∅8 13 32
∅6,5 8
20 3 thick
75
95 18 R7 55 17,5
For use with angle ball joints type C8.
GZ-28 Traction Gas Springs – Pull Type
Traction (Pull) Forces 100 N to 1200 N
Grundausführung
A10 ∅ 8,1
∅ 18 12breit
12 thick 12 thick
breit ∅ 8,1
A10
Ball
Kugel 17 ∅ 10 ∅ 28 17
RR99
25
Hub
Stroke 25 L+/-
L+/-2 mm
2 mmeingefahren
retracted 25
Stud Thread
B10 M10 B10
Kugel
Ball 12 Dimensions 12
∅ 16 Type Stroke L Angle Ball Joint
C10 GZ-28-30 30
retracted
130
DIN 71802
∅ 16 GZ-28-50
GZ-28-100
50
100
150
200
C10
16
GZ-28-150 150 250
36 GZ-28-200 200 300
SW13
AF 13 GZ-28-250 250 350 35
35 GZ-28-300 300 400
GZ-28-350 350 450
M10 GZ-28-400 400 500
18°
18° GZ-28-450 450 550
GZ-28-500 500 600 Clevis Fork
GZ-28-550 550 650
DIN 71752
D10 ∅ 10
GZ-28-600 600 700
GZ-28-650 650 750
D10
20
10
20 Ordering Example GZ-28-150-EE-800

40 40
Type (Pull type)
E10max. Body ø (28 mm) Swivel Eye DIN 648
24° ∅16 SW14
AF 14
Stroke (150 mm)
Piston rod end fitting E10
(E = Swivel eye)
9 Body end fitting 7
∅ 10 (E = Swivel eye)
R14,5 13 Zugkraft F1 800 N
43 43

ACE traction gas springs are self-contained and maintenance free.
Mounting position: Can be mounted in any position. GSB-05 max. force 1800 N
Install mechanical stop in extended position.
Progression: approx. 20 %.
Operating temperature range: -20°C to +80°C.
∅6,5 22
Operating fluid: Nitrogen gas and oil (for lubrication). ∅8 13
∅6,5
Available traction force range: 100 to 1200 N. 20
Material: Body: powder coated steel. Piston rod: hard chrome 75
95 18
Note: secure end fittings with Loctite or similar.
To special order: Protective rod shroud (dim L +10 mm), special
force curves, special lengths, alternative end fittings.
91
GBF-28/GBS-28 Lockable Gas Springs – Push Type
12 thick
12 breit ∅ 18 ∅ 8,1
6 SW
AF 17
Auslösestift Ball
Kugel
Release Pin M10x1 ∅ 10 R9
∅ 28 17 R9
6 18 Stroke
Hub
45 L+/-L+/- 2 mm
2 mm extended
ausgefahren 25
12 36
breit
thick 14
Ball
Kugel
R 10 ∅ 20
∅8,1
in Specify length of tube
Auslösekopf
Release Head R m 30 Schlauchlänge
when ordering. bei
50 25
Release Knob for Direct
∅4
Bestellung angeben 8
max. 1 500 mm
Hydraulic Release
M16x1,5 ∅6
Technical Data Dimensions Dimensions

GBF-28 spring locking GBS-28 rigid locking
ACE gas springs are self-contained Type Stroke L Type Stroke L
extended extended
and maintenance free.
GBF-28-50 50 190 GBS-28-35 35 190
Mounting position: In any position. GBF-28-80 80 270 GBS-28-60 60 270
Operating temperature range: GBF-28-100 100 310 GBS-28-100 100 333
-20°C to +80°C. GBF-28-150 150 410 GBS-28-130 130 418
Operating fluid: Nitrogen gas & oil. GBF-28-200 200 490 GBS-28-150 150 495
GBF-28-300 300 700 GBS-28-200 200 553
Available force range: 100 N to
GBF-28-400 400 890 GBS-28-250 250 710
1300 N.
GBS-28-300 300 800
Rigid locking force: 6 to 8 times GBS-28-450 450 1 135
the extension force. GBS-28-500 500 1 250
Material: Body: powder coated
steel. Piston rod: hard chrome
plated. End fittings: zinc plated
steel or aluminium.
To special order: Special lengths, Ordering Example GBF-28-150-1200-A Ordering Example GBS-28-150-800-D
force adjustment valve etc.
GBF Type: is locked by blocking Type (Push type) Type (Push type)
gas flow across the piston. Spring locking Rigid locking
GBS Type: is locked by blocking Body Ø (28 mm) Body Ø (28 mm)
oil flow across the piston, giving Stroke (150 mm) Stroke (150 mm)
a rigid hydraulic lock. Nominal force F1 1200 N Nominal force F1 800 N
Rear Eye fitting Rear Clevis fork fitting
For mountings and end fittings for
rear of body see page 88. For adjustment valve add suffix -R to part number.
Hydraulic Remote Release System Parallel-Release OR-Release

for lockable Gas Springs. Two gas springs with One gas spring with
one hydr. release knob two hydr. release knobs
The Hydraulic release system is maintenance free and
self-contained. The release knob is designed for directly
mounting into a control panel and comes complete with
92 two locknuts. The release system is available in direct,
parallel and OR versions. The maximum connection tube
length between the release knob and the lockable Gas
Spring is 1500 mm.
Function: Depressing the remote release knob causes y z
a small pressure rise which is transmitted to the release
head fitted onto the end of the gas spring piston rod. x
This actuates the release pin in the end of the rod and
”unlocks“ the gas spring. As long as the release knob is
depressed the gas spring is unlocked and operates as a
normal gas spring. Once the release knob is released
y z x
the gas spring locks again.
(Max. length of x, y or z currently 750 mm)
Calculation Formulae
Case 1 (e. g. Flap) Case 2 (e. g. Hood)

90 °
y+
90 °
y+
RH
RM
x2
Op (
m
en 80
a
180 °
in °)
0 / 360 ° x2
g
x– L1 x+
An
gl
Starting Angle
e
(-12 ° = 348 °)
le
°) g
0 An
a
(-9 ng
y1 180 ° 0 / 360 °
x– x+
ni
y2
pe
O
y1 RM
RH
x1
x1
y–
270 ° y–
270 °
Push type Pull type Desired Mounting Fittings

Case 1 Case 2
Input Data A A
Radius of centre of gravity RM mm

B Stud Threads B
Moving mass m kg
Radius of hand force RH mm
Desired max. hand force FH N C Angle Ball Joints C
No. of gas springs in parallel n pcs
Starting angle (0 – 360 °) ° D Clevis Fork D
Opening angle (–360 to +360 °) a °
(– = clockwise, + = anti-clockwise) E Swivel Eye E
Offset (only case 1) L1 mm
Ambient temperature T °C
F Inline Ball Joint F
(normal 20 °C)
Gas spring fixing points (complete if desired) The end fittings are interchangeable.
Fixed point (x-coord.) x1 mm
Fixed point (y-coord.) y1 mm
Moving point (x-coord.) x2 mm
Moving point (y-coord.) y2 mm
Comments: Requirement per year:

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Automation Control Equipment

Industrial Shock Absorbers

Safety Shock Absorbers

Dampers / Feed Controls

Product Range Overview 5

Industrial Shock Absorbers Page

Safety Shock Absorbers Page

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For more information ACE Service

production rates lowering

ACE rotary dampers are ideal for controlling

● Cassette and CD drives

● Glove compartment (Auto)

● Drop down flaps and tables (Bus and Aero industry)

● Furniture industry (Lids and doors etc.)

ACE safety shock absorbers are designed ACE gas springs

● High force capability in a small package

Applications ● Controlled extension and compression speeds

cranes ● Available from stock

6 Virtually all manufacturing processes involve movement of some kind.

Stopping with Rubber Buffers, Springs,

Stopping with ACE Shock Absorbers Benefits:

Comparison 1. Hydraulic dashpot (High stopping force at start of the stroke).

4. ACE Industrial Shock Absorbers (Uniform stopping force through the

Energy Capacity Reaction Force (stopping force) Stopping Time

ACE Shock Absorber Hydraulic

Stopping stroke Stopping stroke Stopping time

Assumption: Assumption: Assumption:

Result: Result: Result:

Benefit: Benefit: Benefit:

ACE Shock Absorber Other Shock Absorber

v = 2 m/s v = 1,5 m/s v = 1 m/s v = 0,5 m/s v = 0 m/s

Industrial shock absorbers and automobile braking systems have

ACE industrial shock absorbers are built to the highest

The advantage of this design concept Piston Rod high tensile

Shock Absorber Body massively built

Seals only one dynamic seal.

Piston made from powdered metal

Pressure chamber made from high tensile

Self-Compensating Industrial Shock Absorbers

After the moving load contacts the shock absorber the

The number of metering orifices in action decreases

The impact velocity of the moving load is smoothly redu-

1 Mass without propelling force Formulae

2 Mass with propelling force Formulae2 Example 2

3 Mass with motor drive Formulae2 Example W1 = 800 · 1.2 · 0.5

4 Mass on driven rollers Formulae2 Example W1 = 250 · 1.5 · 0.5

5 Swinging mass Formulae

6 Free falling mass Formulae Example W1 = 30 · 0.5 · 9.81 = 147 Nm

7 Rotary index table with Formulae Example 2

8 Swinging arm with Formulae

9 Swinging arm with propelling Formulae Example W1

10 Mass lowered at controlled Formulae Example W1