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Shock Absorbers

Shock absorbers are devices used to stop a moving load smoothly and slowly. Shock absorbers can be hydraulic or pneumatic and are used in a variety of industrial and commercial applications. RS offer a range of high-quality pneumatic shock absorbers, absorber stop collars and mounting equipment from leading brands such as Festo, SMC and ACE.

How does a shock absorber work?

Shock absorbers are self-contained devices that use compressed air or oil under pressure to provide a soft cushion or damping effect. The compressed air or pressurised oil is forced through a series of internal valves which restrict the flow. They convert kinetic energy of a load which is then dissipated to atmosphere.

Applications for a shock absorber

Shock absorbers are used in a wide range of applications. They are used where energy absorption is needed. Typical applications include

  • Suspension systems
  • Automation control
  • Robots
  • Hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders
  • Vibration control
  • Dispensing and vending machines
  • Pumps and motors
  • Linear actuators

Shock absorber types

Shock absorbers can be adjustable or self-compensating. Adjustable types have a manual adjustable dial which enables you to adjust the device to suit the load. Self compensating types typically use hydraulic oil which is forced through small orifices as the piston retracts.

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RS PRO Shock Absorber, 73 mm Body Length, 15 mm Body Length, Thread Thread Size
  • RS Stock No. 235-1089
Subtotal (1 unit)
£61.27(exc. VAT)
£61.27/unit
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RS PRO Shock Absorber, 47 mm Body Length, 7 mm Body Length, Threaded Thread Size
  • RS Stock No. 235-1086
Subtotal (1 unit)
£33.64(exc. VAT)
£33.64/unit
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RS PRO Shock Absorber, 67 mm Body Length, 12 mm Body Length, Threaded Thread Size
  • RS Stock No. 235-1087
Subtotal (1 unit)
£56.20(exc. VAT)
£56.20/unit
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RS PRO Shock Absorber, 67 mm Body Length, 12 mm Body Length, Threaded Thread Size
  • RS Stock No. 235-1088
Subtotal (1 unit)
£56.20(exc. VAT)
£56.20/unit
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SMC Shock Absorber, RBC2015, 73.2 mm Body Length, 105.2 mm Body Length, M20 x 1.5 Thread Size
  • RS Stock No. 768-1631
  • Mfr. Part No. RBC2015
Subtotal (1 unit)
£81.64(exc. VAT)
£81.64/unit
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SMC Shock Absorber, RBC1007, 46.7 mm Body Length, 63.7 mm Body Length, M10 x 1 Thread Size
  • RS Stock No. 912-0881
  • Mfr. Part No. RBC1007
Subtotal (1 unit)
£54.05(exc. VAT)
£54.05/unit
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SMC Shock Absorber, RB0806, 40.8 mm Body Length, 46.8mm Body Length, 6 mm Body Length, M8 x 1 Thread Size
  • RS Stock No. 700-7590
  • Mfr. Part No. RB0806
Subtotal (1 unit)
£53.02(exc. VAT)
£53.02/unit
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ACE Shock Absorber, MA3325EUM, 83 mm Body Length, 138 mm Body Length, M33 x 1.5 Thread Size
  • RS Stock No. 366-3424
  • Mfr. Part No. MA3325EUM
Subtotal (1 unit)
£403.58(exc. VAT)
£403.58/unit
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ACE Shock Absorber, MA225EUM, 88 mm Body Length, 118 mm Body Length, 18.5 mm Body Length, M20 x 1.5 Thread Size
  • RS Stock No. 834-241
  • Mfr. Part No. MA225EUM
Subtotal (1 unit)
£148.11(exc. VAT)
£148.11/unit
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ACE Shock Absorber, MC25EUM, 43 mm Body Length, 57.6 mm Body Length, 6 mm Body Length, M10 x 1 Thread Size
  • RS Stock No. 268-0557
  • Mfr. Part No. MC25EUM
Subtotal (1 unit)
£62.69(exc. VAT)
£62.69/unit
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SMC Shock Absorber, RB1412, 67.3 mm Body Length, 79.3mm Body Length, M14 x 1.5 Thread Size
  • RS Stock No. 725-096
  • Mfr. Part No. RB1412
Subtotal (1 unit)
£70.66(exc. VAT)
£70.66/unit
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SMC Shock Absorber, RBC1412, 67.3 mm Body Length, 92.8 mm Body Length, M14 x 1.5 Thread Size
  • RS Stock No. 686-2652
  • Mfr. Part No. RBC1412
Subtotal (1 unit)
£72.81(exc. VAT)
£72.81/unit
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ACE Shock Absorber, MA900EUM, 138 mm Body Length, 189 mm Body Length, 25 mm Body Length, M25 x 1.5 Thread Size
  • RS Stock No. 834-263
  • Mfr. Part No. MA900EUM
Subtotal (1 unit)
£355.33(exc. VAT)
£355.33/unit
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Festo Shock Absorber, DYSS-5-5-Y1F-F1A, 5 mm Body Length, 5 mm Thread Size
  • RS Stock No. 342-229
  • Mfr. Part No. DYSS-5-5-Y1F-F1A
Subtotal (1 unit)
£85.09(exc. VAT)
£85.09/unit
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Festo Shock Absorber, YSRW-DGC-32-KF, 32 mm Thread Size
  • RS Stock No. 362-486
  • Mfr. Part No. YSRW-DGC-32-KF
Subtotal (1 unit)
£141.03(exc. VAT)
£141.03/unit
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Festo Shock Absorber, YSRW-DGC-18-KF, 18 mm Thread Size
  • RS Stock No. 362-457
  • Mfr. Part No. YSRW-DGC-18-KF
Subtotal (1 unit)
£124.89(exc. VAT)
£124.89/unit
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Festo Shock Absorber, YSR-20-25-C, 104 mm Body Length, 149.5 mm Body Length, 25 mm Body Length
  • RS Stock No. 202-3096
  • Mfr. Part No. YSR-20-25-C
Subtotal (1 unit)
£239.38(exc. VAT)
£239.38/unit
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ACE Shock Absorber, SC650EUM-4, 106.6 mm Body Length, 143 mm Body Length, 25.14 mm Body Length, M25 x 1.5 Thread Size
  • RS Stock No. 268-0715
  • Mfr. Part No. SC650EUM-4
Subtotal (1 unit)
£157.08(exc. VAT)
£157.08/unit
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Festo Shock Absorber, DYSW-12-20-Y1F, 20 mm Body Length, 20 mm Body Length
  • RS Stock No. 203-9559
  • Mfr. Part No. DYSW-12-20-Y1F
Subtotal (1 unit)
£131.89(exc. VAT)
£131.89/unit
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ACE Shock Absorber, SC300M-3, 87.4 mm Body Length, 117.4 mm Body Length, 19.05 mm Body Length, M20 x 1.5 Thread Size
  • RS Stock No. 268-0642
  • Mfr. Part No. SC300M-3
Subtotal (1 unit)
£143.73(exc. VAT)
£143.73/unit
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