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.

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Friction damper bushes at a glance

Materials

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Railko RG15

Railko RG15 is a reinforced composite material exhibiting high strength and excellent dimensional stability.

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Product description
Product advantages
Storage
Physical properties

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