Absorbers | McMaster-Carr

Filter by

System of Measurement

Length

Material

Anhydrous Calcium Sulfate

Brass

Bronze

Calcium Chloride

Calcium Chloride/Starch

Thickness

Width

Color

Black/Fluorescent Yellow

Black/Glow-in-the-Dark Yellow

Black/Reflective Yellow

Spring Type

Shape

Hardness

Wire Diameter

Backing Type

End Type

Performance

Absorption Indicating

RoHS

Compliant with Exemptions

Hardness Rating

REACH

Thread Size

Mount Type

U.S.–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA) Qualifying

Spring Rate

DFARS Specialty Metals

Compliant

Exempt

Not Compliant

Export Control Classification Number (ECCN)

Height

Maximum Temperature

26,595 Products

Most Likely Products

Shock Absorbers

Slow and stop loads to reduce impact that can damage equipment like conveyors, lifters, and presses

72 products

Bumpers

Absorb impact to protect equipment and surfaces from dents and scuffs

1,785 products

Vibration-Damping Mounts

Attach to machinery to reduce vibration and noise and extend service life

992 products

Compression Springs

When squeezed, springs push back to their original length

2,792 products

All Results

Power Transmission

Shock Absorbers

Slow and stop loads to reduce impact that can damage equipment like conveyors, lifters, and presses

72 products

Compression Springs

When squeezed, springs push back to their original length

2,792 products

Extension Springs

When stretched, springs pull their ends back together

4,719 products

Strip Springs

Wrap around a shaft and extend to pull objects in a linear direction

77 products

Disc Springs

Maintain tension and separate components on shafts, under bolt heads, and at the ends of valves

1,680 products

Die Springs

Support heavy loads with minimal compression in high-impact jobs such as punching and stamping

484 products

Linear Wave Springs

Absorb vibration and fill in gaps along the length of an object

22 products

Garter Springs

Exert radial force from all directions to maintain pressure on shafts or in seals

73 products

Torsion Springs

Wrap around a shaft or rod to maintain pressure on objects as they rotate

558 products

Spring Assortments

Keep extension, compression, and torsion spring types of various sizes on hand

7 products

Rotor Springs

Wind to store power, then release to create rotary motion—similar to winding a wristwatch

10 products

Made-to-Order Compression Springs

If you can't find the exact size spring you need, we'll get it made for you

80 products

Gas Springs

Support the weight of doors, hatches, and lids to assist opening and closing

841 products

Air Springs

Absorb vibration in moving equipment such as conveyors and transfer stations; lift and level loads

25 products

Speed Limiters

Control the speed of movement for attached components such as doors, panels, and drill presses

138 products

Flexible Shaft Couplings

Connect two shafts that are misaligned to transfer rotary motion from one to the other

354 products

Sleeve Bearings

With no moving parts, the plainest type of bearing

47 products

Ball Bearings

Create less friction than other bearings for use at high speeds

19 products

Mounted Bearings

Ball, roller, and sleeve bearings ready to bolt in place

18 products

Building and Machinery Hardware

Bumpers

Absorb impact to protect equipment and surfaces from dents and scuffs

1,785 products

Surface Guards

Protect walls and other flat surfaces from impact

131 products

Lockset Bumpers

Protect knobs and hardware on doors from carts, dollies, and other equipment

4 products

Edge Trim

Install on panels, boards, signs, and mirrors to protect edges from impact

425 products

Door Silencers

Close doors quietly and keep them from rattling in their frames

3 products

Door Edge Plates

Reinforce door edges to guard them against damage from foot traffic and equipment

18 products

Door Stops

Keep doors from slamming into and damaging walls

70 products

Panel Connecting Trim

Connect two panels while protecting the edges from damage

33 products

Crane Bumpers

Absorb impact to protect your crane—and surrounding walls and beams—when it comes to a stop

20 products

Door Kick Plates

Protect door bases from foot traffic and equipment; also known as armor and mop plates

50 products

Protective Film and Tape

Adhere to surfaces to keep them free of scratches, chemicals, moisture, and germs

93 products

Tubing Guards

Safeguard pipe, tubing, and other round equipment from impact

17 products

Corner Guards

Shield corners on walls and other surfaces from impact

86 products

Wear Plates

Often used on conveyors to reduce friction where parts bump into equipment to extend service life

19 products

Wall Bases

Protect the bottom of walls from foot traffic and impact

12 products

Column Guards

Prevent damage to columns caused by bumps from vehicles and equipment

14 products

Light Pole Guards

Protect light poles and exposed concrete bases from vehicle impact

6 products

Vibration-Damping Mounts

Attach to machinery to reduce vibration and noise and extend service life

992 products

Vibration-Damping Pads

Place under machinery to reduce vibration and noise, extending service life and protecting floors

149 products

Protective Feet

Add to furniture and light equipment to protect floors from scratches and wear

279 products

Leveling Mounts

Level machines and workbenches on uneven surfaces, reduce vibration, and protect floors

251 products

Vibration-Damping Sheets and Tape

Stick to vibrating surfaces such as duct, between parts, or on floor joists to reduce noise

38 products

Sound Barrier Partitions

Stand in noisy areas to block and reflect sound

1 product

Acoustic Insulation

Absorb sound to quiet noisy areas and machines

53 products

Sound Barrier Sheets

Block and reflect noise to keep it from reaching other parts of your facility

16 products

Vibration-Damping Coatings

Apply to irregularly shaped equipment and large areas to reduce noise from vibration

2 products

Access Panels

Install in ceilings, walls, concrete floors, and tanks to access and inspect inside

7 products

Strut Channel Framing and Fittings

Secure fittings in the U-shaped channel to route conduit and pipe or build other structures

199 products

Knobs

Position, tighten, and secure fixtures and equipment

21 products

Cam Latches

Secure drawers, cabinets, mailboxes, and other enclosures

106 products

Multipoint Latches

Secure tall cabinets and trailer doors at multiple spots along their frame for extra holding power

16 products

Door Bumpers

Protect large swinging doors from impact where carts and vehicles often push them open

4 products

Doors

Everything from single to double to two-way swinging doors

4 products

Ceiling Tiles

Create a new drop ceiling that allows access to pipes and wiring

36 products

Raw Materials

Rubber

Compresses and bounces back to shape; often used for sealing, cushioning, and shock absorbing

6,066 products

Felt

Thicker and more absorbent than fabric for insulating, polishing, cushioning, and gasketing

905 products

Bentonite

Often used to increase the plasticity of ceramics and purify water

2 products

Charcoal

Typically used to purify air and water

3 products

Aluminum Oxide

Commonly used as an abrasive for grinding, sanding, and polishing

1 product

Diatomaceous Earth

Typically used as a sorbent, mild abrasive, filtration aid, and insecticide

1 product

Calcium Chloride

Often mixed with concrete so it sets faster as well as spread over roads to melt ice and absorb dust

2 products

Sodium Bicarbonate

Often used in detergents and as an abrasive blasting media; also called baking soda

4 products

Pumice

Often used to polish surfaces and as a component in plaster and concrete to make them lighter weight

2 products

Plastic

A lightweight alternative to metal and glass

2 products

Aluminum

Lightweight, easy to machine, and corrosion resistant—all with material certificates for traceability

46 products

Material Handling

Dock Bumpers

Prevent damage to docks and vehicles by absorbing impacts

74 products

Pipe Hangers

Suspend pipe, conduit, and tube from rods, hooks, and straps

107 products

Oxygen Absorbers

Prevent oxidation to keep food fresh, medication effective, and electronics from corroding

4 products

Routing Clamp Rails

Use with rail-mount routing clamps to route pressurized lines in hydraulic systems

14 products

Loop Clamps

Hold pipe snug against the mounting surface to prevent movement that may cause breakage

370 products

U-Bolts

Anchor heavy pipe, tube, and conduit; stronger than routing clamps and hangers

315 products

Routing Clamps

Secure routed lines of pipe, tubing, and conduit

494 products

Packing Paper

Guard items from scratches and stop food from sticking during manufacturing, shipping, and storing

101 products

Edge Protectors

Guard box edges and corners from strapping gouges and bumps during shipping

21 products

Hitch Clamps

Strengthen the joint between your hitch insert and receiver to prevent rattling and swaying

2 products

Fabricating and Machining

Springs for Locking Pliers

Change out worn or broken springs in the handle of your locking pliers

6 products

Fastening and Joining

Spacers

Unthreaded to create space between two surfaces or objects, often to align them

29 products

Electrical Power, Networking, and Controlling

Switch Padding

Trigger an emergency stop when robot arms contact a worker or object

4 products

Thermal Interface Pads

Soft and flexible, so they conform to rough surfaces and fill gaps between two surfaces

24 products

Potting Compounds

Encase electronic assemblies in material that hardens to protect from dust, moisture, and vibration

82 products

Fluid Handling

Hose Kink Absorbers

Prevent hose from kinking to ensure maximum flow and extend hose life

6 products

Pipe Expansion Joints

Reduce stress, vibration, and noise in piping systems by absorbing movement

197 products

Hose and Hose Fittings

Flexible and stronger than tubing; often used to convey liquids and gases under pressure

40 products

Oil-Absorbing Skimmers

Float in liquid to take oil off the surface

3 products

Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning

Air Purifiers

Draw air in to remove contaminants such as dust, odors, fumes, and oil mist from your space

49 products

Desiccants

Remove moisture from the air to protect items during shipping and storage

90 products

Dehumidifiers

Remove moisture from the air to lower humidity levels in a space

8 products

Safety Equipment

Sorbents

Soak up spills to stop them from spreading

142 products

Spill-Control Kits

Everything you need to clean up chemical, oil, and water spills

56 products

Spill-Control Dikes

Form a barrier to stop small spills from spreading on tabletops and workstations

8 products

Bollards

Anchor to the ground or floor to block vehicle access

4 products

Cooling Towels

Run under cold water before draping or wrapping around your body to cool down

3 products

Guardrails

Protect pedestrian walkways from vehicles

1 product

Containers, Storage, and Furniture

Trash Bags

Everything from household garbage bags to asbestos and infectious waste bags

3 products

Desiccators

Store sensitive items such as 3D printer filaments and optical equipment, keeping out moisture

9 products

Graduated Cylinder Bumpers

Slip over your cylinder to prevent it from breaking if tipped

9 products

Facility and Grounds Maintenance

Hand Sanitizers

Kill common germs and bacteria without water or rinsing

5 products

Paper Towels

Dry hands and wipe up spills

18 products

Wringers

Squeeze liquid out of wet items like towels and mops

7 products

Floor Finish Applicators

Evenly spread coatings, wax, varnish, and oil across floors

4 products

Mop Heads

Replace mop heads or pair with a handle to make a new mop

88 products

Mops

Clean up sticky messes, absorb liquid, or wipe up dust

110 products

Sponges

Mildew-resistant, super-absorbent, natural, eraser, and scouring sponges

20 products

Bath Towels

Wash cloths, hand towels, and bath towels

3 products

Microfiber Cloths

Polish and clean surfaces without scratches, streaks, or chemicals

1 product

Microbial Grease and Oil Digesters

Break down grease and oil instead of rinsing them down pipes that can clog

2 products

Acid Neutralizers

Make acids less hazardous by raising their pH to neutral

3 products

Base Neutralizers

Make bases less hazardous by lowering their pH to neutral

3 products

Cloth Rags

Dry hands, wipe down objects, or polish surfaces with materials such as corduroy, denim, and cotton

47 products

Wipes

Absorb liquids while cleaning surfaces

39 products