Karman
Rubber

Established in 1945, Karman Rubber is a leading manufacturer of rubber molding and rubber-to-metal bonding solutions. Located in Akron, Ohio, the company specializes in industrial-grade custom molded rubber. It is renowned for its fail-safe rubber mounts that are used mainly for reducing vibration, noise, and shock. 

With their advanced rubber-to-metal bonding technology, the company’s patented Vibro-Insulators® and Vibro-Isolators® product line can withstand varying static and dynamic loads. Made from neoprene and natural rubber materials, this product line offers high levels of tensile strength, making Vibro-Insulators® and Vibro-Isolators® ideal for industrial applications.

It’s no wonder that Karman Rubber remains at the top of industrial rubber manufacturers in the United States. From food processing plants to automotive factories, you will find Karman Rubber products in every establishment you visit!

With its commitment to supply manufacturers with quality parts and components, Reid Supply is proud to be a leading distributor of Karman Rubber products. We provide anti-vibration solutions for heavy equipment.

Our vast catalog includes Karman Rubber’s top-of-the-line selection at an affordable cost. Here is an overview of the products we carry from this all-American manufacturer.

Karman Rubber anti vibration

Karman Rubber is famous for its anti-vibration solutions that come in a wide range of styles and sizes. It won’t take long for you to find high-quality isolators and mounts that fit your industry. Karman Rubber’s products are made from natural rubber and neoprene elastomers, depending on the operating temperature you are working in.

For applications where the temperature reaches a maximum of 150°F, go for natural rubber mounts. In case you are working in temperatures of up to 180°F, consider getting Karman Rubber products made from neoprene.

It’s also important to consider your maximum workload, available space, and  vibration frequency. In any case, Karman Rubber’s Vibro-Isolators® ensures the longevity of your equipment by reducing damage caused by vibrations. Here are some of the best anti-vibration products we carry:

Bonded Mounts

These products are made from either carbon steel or 50 durometer neoprene. They provide multi-directional vibration and noise reduction at a low cost. Long-lasting and easy to install, bonded mounts require minimal or low maintenance. With their interlocking fail-safe design, these products are used mainly in transportation, HVAC equipment, and even military applications. Choose between one-piece and two-piece options depending on your applications.

Sandwich Mounts

Used for absorbing vibrations and shock that often result in costly damages to equipment and machinery, sandwich mounts feature a durable construction consisting of a bonded stud and inserts with yellow zinc dichromate plates. These products can withstand compression loads of up to 5,000 pounds. For this reason, they are ideal components for HVAC units, office equipment, medical equipment, generators, and compressors. Our catalog includes a variety of mounting options. Choose from among Conical Single-End Male, Double-End Male/Female, Double-End Male/Male, and Threaded Female mounts.

Ring Mounts

Made from natural rubber, Karman Rubber’s ring mounts are reliable in preventing vibrations and shock from damaging sensitive equipment. They allow for distributing frequencies from as low as 600 RPM to a maximum of 1800 RPM. Moreover, they provide high tensile strength. This makes them a top option for fans, medical devices, commercial devices, centrifuges, measuring devices, and small pumps and motors. These low-frequency mounts feature yellow zinc-plated fasteners and can withstand temperatures of up to 155° F. At Reid Supply, we offer ring mounts for shear loads of up to 200 lbs and with thread lengths of up to 0.75 inches.

Vibration Insulator Strips

For a wide array of industrial applications that involve high and low disturbing frequencies, vibration strips provide a perfect way to reduce continuous vibrations. Karman Rubber’s K10 continuous strips are a top choice for their low cost and low maintenance constructions. The strips are constructed from 50 durometer neoprene material and can withstand a maximum load of 680.4 kgs. With high resistance to heat, chemicals, and regular wear-and-tear, these products are made to last. You can order these strips in standard lengths of 30”, each weighing eight pounds.

Are you looking for a certain type of anti-vibration solution? Check out our catalog of anti-vibration mounts and accessories.

Compression Mounts

Used to protect equipment from shock and vibrations, compression mounts can withstand static loads of up to 5,400 pounds. Karman Rubber’s natural rubber mounts can significantly reduce noise levels at 800 RPM. For this reason, these mounts are perfect for various machinery including HVAC units, industrial fans, food processing equipment, and generators. They are made from neoprene with carbon steel zinc-plated mounts that are easy to install in any piece of hardware.

With Karman Rubber compression mounts, you have the advantage of low-cost isolation components that are resilient and long-lasting. These products can withstand abrasion and regular wear and tear. They can also maintain their flexibility at a maximum operating temperature of 155° F.

At Reid Supply, we carry compression mounts across five different styles: A, B, C, C+, D, and E. Check out our catalog of compression mounts and find one that suits your preferences.

Karman Rubber distributors and catalog

Due to its reputation as a leading provider of anti-vibration mounts and isolators, Karman Rubber maintains a close relationship with distributors in North America, Asia, and Australia.

As one of Karman Rubber’s preferred distributors in the United States, Reid Supply is a top choice for sourcing quality rubber mounts.

Since 1948, we have provided industrial components manufactured by 200 of the world’s leading brands. With over 40,000 products in our catalog, we guarantee that we can source the right parts for you!

To help you make the right decisions, we have an in-house engineering team and expert manufacturer representatives who can help you source the products that match your specifications. In addition, we can provide you with free CAD drawings to help you streamline your design process.

With our knowledge and experience in the industry, we are the first place to find Karman Rubber products for your business. Visit our catalog today and browse for the products you need or request a quote. In case you can’t find them in our collection, contact us so our on-call customer service team can assist you.

 

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