Rotary Torque Dampers

With fluid, effortless movement, we produce a number of dampers and torque products that feature innovative features and high durability offering designers and engineers with unique solutions to create their futures. To learn more please consult our digital resources, featuring extensive product literature or contact our team of experts to find the right solution to your creative challenges.

Rotary-Type Dampers: An Elegant Solution


Lapcon™ rotary torque dampers utilize the principle of fluid resistance to provide damping torque. As the lid or panel is pushed, lowered, or allowed to fall with gravity, a layer of high-viscosity, task-suited oil inside the damper generates friction. This acts like a brake, providing the damping torque that allows for smooth motion.

Different Models Available


We make a variety of rotary dampers, including different sizes and torque ratings, and models that provide damping in only one direction or in both directions. The viscosity of the oil is also adjustable, giving you access to different torque ratings with the same damper.

We also offer custom damper options. Let us know what you need, and our engineers can very likely make it happen.

For other Lapcon torque damper types, check out our Disk Dampers, Barrel Dampers, and Adjustable Vane Dampers.

Cycle-Tested for Proven Durability


Our rotary torque dampers are cycle-tested for durability, both for natural closings and forced closings. The result is hardware that will faithfully do the job for many years, even in difficult environments or heavy-use settings.

These rotary-type dampers are suitable for use in many different settings, including

  • Consumer electronics
  • Arm rests, glove boxes and other storage compartments in vehicles
  • Industrial equipment
  • Toy boxes
  • Tool Boxes
  • Storage compartments
  • Furniture

Use Them Where You Need Them


Our rotary dampers have a wide operating temperature range that covers virtually all indoor environments. Additionally, their high quality construction provides durability and some resilience to water exposure.

Come to Sugatsune for Hardware & Elevate Your Project


At Sugatsune, our first principle is always to add value to our customers’ development projects by creating hardware that delivers superior performance for the end user. It all starts with each individual component—always designed for functionality and durability first and foremost, good aesthetics, accessibility, ease of use, and ease of installation and maintenance.

From rotary dampers to complete sliding door systems, our catalog of over 6,000 architectural and industrial hardware components grows every year to meet the needs of architects, project managers, and others who rely on our hardware to more fully realize the potential of their projects.

Get Started Today


To learn more about our rotary torque dampers, see where to buy our products or check out our Resources page.

Contact us for specific questions about our rotary dampers or any of our other products, and our friendly in-house team will be happy to provide answers and help you find good solutions to your creative challenges.

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