Flange Socket
A rubber-and-metal flange socket is frequently used as a powertrain mount in the commercial vehicle sector and serves to connect engines, transmissions, or auxiliary units to the vehicle frame in a flexible manner that minimizes vibration. It consists of a metal inner and outer sleeve with an integrated flange and a vulcanized rubber body and is designed to dampen vibrations, shocks and movements.
Area of application
A rubber-and-metal flange socket is typically installed in the commercial vehicle sector between an engine or transmission and the vehicle frame or subframe. They are usually located at mounting points for engines, transmissions, pumps or other auxiliary units where a flexible, vibration-damping mount is required. It serves to isolate the chassis from vibrations, shocks and movements generated by the powertrain, reduce noise, and protect components from overload.
Technical details
The rubber-and-metal flanged bushing used in the commercial vehicle sector consists of inner and outer metal sleeves that are firmly bonded to the elastic rubber body; it also features an integrated flange for bolting or surface support. The sleeve ensures stable force transmission, while the vulcanized rubber dampens vibrations, shocks and movements, allowing for limited radial and axial displacement. The flange ensures a secure and easy-to-install attachment to the frame or power unit.
Characteristics
A rubber-and-metal flange socket offers several key features and advantages in the commercial vehicle sector. Thanks to its elastic rubber body, it effectively dampens vibrations, shocks and structure-borne noise, which not only enhances ride comfort but also protects the powertrain and vehicle frame. The metal components ensure high stability, precise power transmission and dimensional stability under dynamic loads. The integrated flange enables secure and easy-to-install mounting, ensuring that the bearing remains reliably positioned. Overall, the flanged socket is robust, durable, low-maintenance and ideal for demanding applications such as engine, transmission or pump mountings in commercial vehicle operations.