Application
Kinetics Model AC Fiberglass Isolators can be used for any application requiring isolation of audible frequency vibration or noise, or for vibration isolation of mechanical equipment with lowest operating speeds of 1750 RPM when mounted on a grade supported slab or pier.
Model AC isolators are typically used when the predictable dynamic response and permanent load support characteristics of fiberglass are desired in conjunction with a bolt-down and vertical lift control feature.
Typical uses of Model AC isolators include the support and isolation of utility ventilating fans, vane axial fans, motors, roof-mounted exhaust fans, and similar mechanical equipment.
Special application of Model AC isolators have included use as both an isolator and wind lift holddown support for isolated precast concrete roof systems used to reduce transmitted noise from fly-over aircraft.
Use Model AC mounts when Kinetics fiberglass isolators are recommended and it is desirable to bolt equipment to supporting structures.
Features
- Inorganic fiberglass media
- Flexible elastomeric coating
- Constant natural frequency over a wide load range
- Predictable dynamic response
- High energy dissipation
- Controlled viscous damping
- Load capacities 40 lbs. to 900 lbs. (18kg-409kg)
- Rated static deflection 0.18 in. to 0.70 in. (4mm-18mm)
- Steel load transfer plate
- Steel bolt and hold-down support bracket
Description
Model AC Fiberglass Isolators consist of a molded inorganic fiberglass isolation pad bonded to a steel load transfer plate and to a formed steel bolt-down bracket and include an equipment anchor bolt with a neoprene grommet to prevent metal-to-metal contact. Fiberglass pads are fine (0.00027 in. / 6.8 microns diameter) bonded annealed glass fibers which are stabilized by pre-compressing the material during manufacture and then coated with a flexible moisture-impervious elastomeric membrane. Fiberglass is unique in that the natural frequency is constant over a wide operating load range and the stiffness increases proportionately with load applied. Model AC Fiberglass Isolators are available in sizes with capacities from 40 to 900 lbs. (18 kg-409 kg) and deflections of 0.18 in. to 0.70 in. (4mm-18mm). Kinetics Model AC Isolators are recommended for the isolation of vibration produced by utility ventilating fans, vane axial fans, high speed motors, roof-mounted exhaust fans, and similar mechanical equipment.
Specification
Vibration isolators shall be precompressed molded fiberglass pads individually coated with flexible, moisture-impervious elastomeric membrane. Vibration isolation pads shall be molded from glass fibers with fiber diameters not exceeding 0.00027″ (6.8 microns) and with a modulus of elasticity of 10.5 million PSI (750,00 kg per sq. cm)..
Natural frequency of fiberglass vibration isolators shall be essentially constant for the operating load range of the supported equipment..
Vibration isolators shall be bonded to a steel load transfer plate and a formed steel bolt-down bracket and shall also include an equipment mounting bolt with a neoprene grommet to prevent metal-to-metal contact.
Vibration isolators shall be selected by the manufacturer for each specific application to comply with deflection requirements as shown on the Vibration Isolation Schedule or as indicated on the project documents..
Vibration isolators shall be Model AC, as manufactured by Kinetics Noise Control, Inc.
