Disk-Type Dampers: An Elegant Soft-Close Solution
Our disk torque dampers use the principle of oil resistance. Each damper contains a high-viscosity oil layer sandwiched between two rotary disks. When turned, the friction created by the viscous oil supplies considerable “braking power”—i.e., damping torque. This mechanism supplies smooth, even torque in plentiful quantities.
Disk-type dampers have several advantages over other types of torque damping:
- They have no limitation in their rotation angle, so the torque will be applied evenly. There is no dead zone of reduced or absent damping force.
- The damping torque is available instantaneously, essentially meaning that the movement of the lid or panel is always fully damped.
- The slim construction (in the height direction) is well-suited to applications where space is limited or you otherwise desire a discreet damper.
For other torque damper types, check out our Rotary Dampers, Barrel Dampers, and Adjustable Vane Dampers.
Cycle-Tested for Durability
Our disk torque dampers are well-suited for residential, commercial, industrial, or institutional use. These dampers are cycle-tested for reliability. We test them both in the natural close case, typically in the high tens of thousands of cycles, as well as in the forced close case, typically in the low tens of thousands.
Depending on the frequency of usage, in most settings, this will translate to many years of excellent service. Durability is a top consideration in our damper hardware, as it is in all our other products.
