Friction damper bushes
Railko RG15 friction damper bushes are used within the suspension dampening system on Y-series freight bogies.
Friction damper bushes
Railko RG15 friction damper bushes are used within the suspension dampening system on Y-series freight bogies.
FRICTION DAMPER BUSHES
Enhanced suspension with RG15 bushes
RG15 has been specially formulated and manufactured for friction damper applications. Railko RG15 friction damper bushes are used to provide optional suspension dampening to the system. Railko RG15 offers complete protection against ovalisation to the bogie housing and wear onto the damper plunger which was a common customer problem.
Friction damper bushes at a glance
- High-temperature resistance
- Low water swell
- Outstanding strength capabilities
- Protection against housing ovalisation (wear)
- Excellent impact and vibration absorption
- Significantly lower noise than steel
Materials
Railko RG15
Railko RG15 is a reinforced composite material exhibiting high strength and excellent dimensional stability.
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