Vibration Absorbers - Stainless Steel
- Thirteen models available to fit copper tubing from 3/8 through 3-1/8 inches O.D.
- Each unit pressure and vacuum tested, cleaned, dehydrated and sealed in plastic film
- C-UL-US Approved
Packless vibration absorbers are designed for installation in the suction and discharge lines of air conditioning and refrigeration system to dampen the transmission of compressor-induced vibration through system piping.
Packless vibration absorbers are constructed of deep pitch corrugated tubing in stainless steel for increased flexibility and vibration absorption, covered with high tensile stainless steel wire braid for superior strength. The vibration absorbers have female copper end connections for making sweat connections to refrigerant piping.
Each absorber is pressure tested then carefully vacuum tested using a highly sensitive helium mass spectrometer leak detection device. Units are cleaned, dehydrated and sealed in plastic film after final inspection to maintain cleanliness and dryness prior to installation. These are available either in bulk or individually boxed.
Packless Vibration Absorbers are compatible with all HFC, HCFC and CFC refrigerants. The stainless steel models, VAFS-3 through VAFS-11, are electrically welded with no braze joints to achieve the higher working pressures set by today’s industry standards.
Packless vibration absorbers are recognized under the component programs of Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc., c-UL-US, File #SA2575.
Packless vibration absorbers are compatible with the following refrigerants:| R12 | R22 | R23 | R125 | R134A | R401A |
| R401B | R402A | R402B | R404A | R407A | R407B |
| R407C | R408A | R409A | R410A | R410B | R412A |
| R502 | R507 | R508 | R509 |
Type
PACKLESS VAFS-9 VIBRATION ABSORBER 1-1/8" (VIBRATION HOSE)
Vibration Absorbers - Stainless Steel (3/8 - 1-5/8)
- Eight models available to fit copper tubing from 3/8 through 1 5/8 inches O.D.
- Each unit pressure and vacuum tested, cleaned, dehydrated and sealed in plastic film
- C-ULApproved
Notes:
- Compatible with all HFC, HCFC & CFC refrigerants.
- C-UL-US recognized, file # SA-2575.
- Due to a continuous program of product improvement, specifications and dimensions are subject to change without notice.
- For unusual installations, Packless vibration absorbers can be provided in special lengths. Please consult factory with requirements.
| Model Number | Actual I.D. in. | Flex Tubing I.D. A in. (mm.) | C in. (mm.) | D in. (mm.) | Max. Working Pressure psig. (bar.) | B in. (mm.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VAFS-3 | 3/8 | 5/16 (7.9) | 6 7/16 (163.5) | 8 1/4 (210.0) | 650 (45) | 5/16 (7.9) |
| VAFS-4 | 1/2 | 3/8 (9.5) | 6 11/16 (169.9) | 9 (228.6) | 650 (45) | 3/8 (9.5) |
| VAFS-5 | 5/8 | 1/2 (12.7) | 7 3/16 (182.6) | 9 3/4 (247.7) | 650 (45) | 1/2 (12.7) |
| VAFS-6 | 3/4 | 5/8 (15.9) | 7 7/16 (188.9) | 10 1/2 (266.7) | 650 (45) | 5/8 (15.9) |
| VAFS-8 | 7/8 | 3/4 (19.0) | 8 1/8 (206.4) | 11 1/2 (292.1) | 650 (45) | 3/4 (19.0) |
| VAFS-9 | 1 1/8 | 1 (25.4) | 8 7/8 (225.4) | 13 (330.2) | 650 (45) | 29/32 (23.0) |
| VAFS-10 | 1 3/8 | 1 1/4 (31.8) | 10 5/8 (269.9) | 14 3/4 (374.7) | 650 (45) | 31/32 (24.6) |
| VAFS-11 | 1 5/8 | 1 1/2 (38.1) | 12 1/2 (317.5) | 17 (431.8) | 650 (45) | 1-3/32 (27.8) |
Vibration Absorbers - Stainless Steel (2 1/8 - 3-1/8)
- Five models available to fit copper tubing from 2-1/8 through 3 1/8 inches O.D.
- Each unit pressure and vacuum tested, cleaned, dehydrated and sealed in plastic film
- C-UL Approved
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Notes:
- Compatible with all HFC, HCFC & CFC refrigerants.
- C-UL-US recognized, file # SA-2575.
- Due to a continuous program of product improvement, specifications and dimensions are subject to change without notice.
- For unusual installations, Packless vibration absorbers can be provided in special lengths. Please consult factory with requirements.
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In the table below, * = C-UL-US approved for low side (suction side) use only.
| Model Number | Actual I.D. in. | Flex Tubing I.D. A in. (mm.) | D in. (mm.) | Max. Working Pressure psig. (bar.) | Burst Pressure psig. (bar.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VAF-82 | 2-1/8 | 2 (50.8) | 20 (508.0) | 390 (27) | 1950 (134) |
| VAF-83 | 2-5/8 | 2-1/2 (63.5) | 24 (609.6) | 340 (23) | 1700 (117) |
| VAF-84 | 3-1/8 | 3 (76.2) | 27 (685.7) | 300 (21) | 1500 (103) |
US 16706 
GB 12182 
CA 10197 
AU 9111 
IE 3751 
NZ 2452 
BR 2025 
MY 1127 
