Snubbers

Mott’s snubbers and fluidizers are designed to eliminate pressure instrument failure for all laboratory and industrial gauging and material handling applications. In addition to assuring consistent pressure readings, porous metal snubbers increase instrument life by eliminating variations in line pressure caused by hydraulic or pneumatic shocks and pulses. Our porous metal media is suitable for use in oils, gases, water, or mercury. Mott offers both external-mount and internal-mount snubbers to meet your specific needs.

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Literature & Data Sheets

Typical Applications

  • Pressure Snubbers for Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
  • Sensor / Gauge Protection
  • Exhaust Port Silencer on Pneumatic Cylinders
  • Intake Filter for Small Compressors

Porous Metal Snubbers

Mott's porous metal snubbers increase instrument life by eliminating variations in line pressure caused by hydraulic or pneumatic shocks and pulses.

Porous Metal Overview

Check out the features and benefits of Mott sintered porous metal media that delivers uniform porosity for superb filtration efficiency and structural integrity.

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Lab and Engineering Services

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Product Specs

External Snubbers
Material Choices Standard porous filter media – 316L SS (Monel available as custom option)

Hardware  – Stainless Steel or Brass

Hardware Connections 1/8” NPT, ¼” NPT, ½” NPT
Maximum Pressure Ratings  

Brass

Stainless Steel

1/8” NPT

1,500 psi

5,000 psi

1/4” NPT

5,000 psi

20,000 psi

1/2” NPT

10,000 psi

20,000 psi

Disc Media Grades EF – Extra Fine – 3 µm   (gases & severe pulsing)

F – Fine – 6 µm   (air, gases & vapors)

M – Medium – 12 µm   (water & light oils)

C – Coarse – 23 µm   (heavy oils)

EC – Extra Coarse – 50 µm   (heavier oils)

Internal Snubbers
Material Choices Standard porous filter media – 316L SS
Hardware Connection Thread Size ¼” x 20 NC
Flow Specs 0.1   ± 02 CFM at 10 PSIG

0.2   ± 04 CFM at 10 PSIG

0.3   ± 06 CFM at 10 PSIG

Disc Media Grades F – Fine – 6 µm   (air, gases & vapors)

M – Medium – 12 µm   (water & light oils)

C – Coarse – 23 µm   (heavy oils)

Design Capabilities

Other Hardware sizes and materials may be available upon request (i.e., Hastelloy® C-276, Titanium)

Relevant Services

Engineering Support – Utilize our expert engineers to consult your process and design the right snubber for your application.

What are snubbers?

For those new to the concept, Mott’s snubbers are critical components designed to ensure the reliability and longevity of pressure instruments in laboratory and industrial applications. These porous metal snubbers play a vital role in eliminating pressure instrument failures by maintaining consistent pressure readings, even in the face of hydraulic or pneumatic shocks and pulses. Whether you’re working with oils, gases, water, or mercury, Mott’s snubbers are engineered to excel, making them indispensable tools for safeguarding the accuracy and lifespan of pressure instruments.

FAQs: Snubbers

Q: What are snubbers?

A: Snubbers are specialized components designed to eliminate pressure instrument failures in laboratory and industrial applications. They ensure consistent pressure readings by mitigating variations in line pressure caused by hydraulic or pneumatic shocks and pulses.

Q: Where are snubbers commonly used?

A: Snubbers find common applications in various industries where maintaining accurate pressure measurements is essential. They are often employed in laboratory settings, industrial processes, and gauging applications to safeguard the reliability of pressure instruments.

Q: How do Mott’s snubbers work?

A: Mott’s snubbers utilize porous metal technology to absorb and dampen hydraulic or pneumatic shocks and pulses in the fluid system. This ensures that pressure instruments receive a stable and consistent pressure signal, prolonging their lifespan and accuracy.

Q: What are the benefits of using Mott’s snubbers?

A: Mott’s snubbers offer the advantage of increased instrument life and consistent pressure readings, leading to improved reliability and accuracy in pressure measurements. They are suitable for use with various fluids, making them versatile components for a wide range of applications.