Shock Absorbers, Energy Absorbers and Rigid Struts Guide

SHOCK ABSORBERS, ENERGY ABSORBERS,
RIGID STRUTS
3
PRODUCT
GROUP
SHOCK ABSORBERS, ENERGY ABSORBERS (E-BARS),

RIGID STRUTS, DYNAMIC PIPE CLAMPS
CONTENTS
PAGE
3
0
Field of application________________________________________________3.1
Main products ____________________________________________________3.2
Recommendations for use __________________________________________3.3

Shock absorbers, type 30, type 31 __________________________________3.4
Installation extensions, type 33 _____________________________________3.7
Weld-on brackets, type 35__________________________________________3.8

Operational performance, type 30, type 31____________________________3.9
Permissible stress factors, type 30, type 31 __________________________3.10
PRODUCT
GROUP
Mode of operation, type 30, type 31________________________________3.11

Shock absorbers, design characteristics _____________________________3.13
Shock absorbers, function tests ____________________________________3.14

Installation instructions, type 30, type 31____________________________3.15
Maintenance recommendations type 30, type 31 _____________________3.17
Dynamic pipe clamps, type 36, type 37 _____________________________3.19

Dynamic pipe clamps overview, OD 33.7 - OD 914.4 __________________3.21
Dynamic pipe clamps, installation instructions________________________3.31
Energy absorbers (E-Bar), type 32 __________________________________3.33

Rigid struts, type 39______________________________________________3.37
Pipe whip restraints ______________________________________________3.41
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3.0
PRODUCT GROUP 3
FIELD OF APPLICATION
To avoid unacceptable tension and moments in the
piping system, unplanned
displacement in piping or
other plant components must
be eliminated. However, thermal movement must not be
hindered in any way!
Dynamic events
Whenever unplanned dynamic events occur,
LISEGA Product Group 3 supports have the
job of protecting the piping or other components affected from any damage.
Undesirable abrupt movement of the components in the system can be caused by:
Product group 3 components

Pipe supports specially designed for the
purpose are necessary to absorb and transfer loads from dynamic events. With Product
Group 3, LISEGA provides a comprehensive
system whereby all fields of application are
covered by the corresponding ideal component. This enables users to exploit optimum
concepts.
A Internal excitation, such as:
pressure shocks from valve operation

water hammer
boiler events
pipe breakage
The LISEGA Product Group 3 includes the

following main products:
shock absorbers, types 30 and 31
energy absorbers (E-Bars), type 32
rigid struts, type 39
B External excitation, such as:
wind load
seismic events
aircraft impact
explosions
Components affected can be:
piping
pumps
valve assemblies
pressure vessels
steam generators
A comprehensive selection of connection possibilities is available for the correct installation of the main products:
installation extensions, type 33
weld-on brackets, type 35
dynamic pipe clamps, types 36 and 37
In accordance with the LISEGA modular
system, the connecting parts are designed
to be compatible and are subject to uniform
calculation criteria. A generally applicable
table of permissible loads can be found on
page 0.5 of the Technical Specifications.
The fundamental calculation procedures
comply with international regulations and
standards and are certified by practical type
and suitability tests.
Design Report Summaries in accordance
with ASME III NF are available.
Diagram of an operating basis earthquake (O.B.E.)
3.1
PRODUCT GROUP 3
MAIN PRODUCTS
Shock absorbers, type 30, 31

The use of shock absorbers (snubbers) is
preferred in thermally operating piping
systems. In a dynamic event, shock absorbers instantaneously form a practically rigid
restraint between the protected component
and the structure. Resulting dynamic energy
can at once be absorbed and harmlessly
transferred.
stroke
Through the special function of the shock

absorbers, thermal displacements during normal operation remain unhindered.
Energy absorbers, type 32
If only slight operational movement is to be
expected at the load application point, then
as a rule energy absorbers can be used.
These components allow a small amount of
movement, which is limited by an adjustable
gap in the end positions. The components
affected are protected from overload because,
due to the design, the dynamic energy introduced is transformed into deformation energy.
free stroke
(adjustable)
Rigid struts, type 39

If no operational movement is to be expected, e.g. at so-called zero positions, then
rigid struts are used. They form rigid
restraints from attachment point to attachment point and do not allow axial movement. However, as they have angular bearings, limited angular movement is permitted.
rigid
3.2
PRODUCT GROUP 3
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE
Product Group 3 components are dynamically
stressed. In their use, the following points
must be observed for effective functioning:
1. Where the design of dynamically fixed
points is concerned, the stiffness of the
supporting system as a whole, i.e. of all
components in the support chain, must be
considered.
2. In the selection of unit sizes, the total of
all loadings avising must be taken into
account.
3. For given loads it must be made clear,
beyond any doubt, which level of design load
(H, HZ, HS, and/or Level A,B,C,D) the data
corresponds to. The table of permissible loads
on page 0.5 of the Technical Specifications
must be observed.
4. The stroke length of shock absorbers
should not be fully exploited. An overtravel
safety margin of 10mm at each end of the
snubber should be maintained.
5. When arranging the components, sufficient
lateral freedom should be allowed so that
there is no jamming at connection lugs.
6. When shock absorbers are arranged in
parallel, it is recommended that load reserves be considered. Instead of 50%, in
each case it is recommended that both
shock absorbers be designed to take 70%
of the total calculation load.
Type 35
Type 35
Type 33
Type 37
Type 30
Type 39
Type 30
Type 33
Type 35
Type 35
Type 36
Type 39
Type 36
Type 39
Type 36
Type 30
Type 35
Type 35
Type 35
Type 30
Type 39
Type 36
Type 35
Type 30
7. The installation drawings should clearly

indicate how much freedom of angulation
may be required by the components.
8. Any necessary torque values for threaded
connections in the structural attachments
should be indicated.
9. Before commissioning the plant, all support points should again be visually inspected.
10. The LISEGA instructions for commissioning
and inspection, as well as the maintenance
recommendations, are to be observed.
Special design of dynamic restraint clamp
3.3
Type 35
Type 39
Type 37
Type 39
Type 35
SHOCK ABSORBERS
TYPE 30, 31
LISEGA shock absorbers have stood the test
of time in practical applications for over
three decades, and thereby proven their
outstanding reliability. Extensive operational
experience has, through constant further
development, led to a matured product, universally respected and leading worldwide.
Access to shock absorbers after installation is
generally difficult and, because of possible
danger from radiation when installed in
nuclear power plants, involves stringent
safety regulations for personnel. The highest
demands are therefore made on reliable and
maintenance-free continuous service.
For the reliable operational safety of shock
absorbers, the quality of the following critical
components, together with the functional principle and whole design, is a decisive factor:
sealing systems
piston and rod guides
hydraulic fluid
sliding surfaces
corrosion-resistant interiors
control valve system
The most frequent causes of

failure in shock absorbers are premature
wear and tear and
corrosion. For this
reason LISEGA
shock absorbers
are manufacured
from noncorroding
materials and any form of metal to metal contact
is precluded by the use of special guide bands.
At LISEGA, the sealing system, guidings and
hydraulic fluid are certified through reliable
qualification procedures to give at least 23
years trouble free operation in nuclear power
stations under normal operating conditions.
The following qualities have led to the recognized superiority of LISEGA shock absorbers:
non-corroding materials
special sealing systems
vibration proof guide systems
pressurized self-contained hydraulic system
dynamic function
exchangeable control valves (Type 31)
23 years approved maintenance-free
operation
40 year lifespan
certified by ASME - NCA 3800
certified by TV qualification
testing
3.4
SHOCK ABSORBERS
TYPE 30
Type 30 18 16 to 30 03 12
Series produced
Standard design
Available from stock or
from running production.
Only non-corroding materials are used. Connection
lugs (material = P250GH,
C45E+QT) attached via
threaded connections are
galvanized.
travel indicator
conn. lug
sight glass
name plate
ball bush
piston rod cover
Type
30 18 16
30 38 16
30 39 16
30 42 16
30 43 16
30 52 13
30 53 13
30 62 16
30 63 16
30 72 16
30 73 16
30 82 16
30 83 16
30 92 13
30 93 13
30 02 12
30 03 12
Nom. load Emergency

(kN)
Level C
3
4.0
8
10.6
8
10.6
18
23.9
18
23.9
46
61.0
46
61.0
100
141
100
141
200
267
200
267
350
472
350
472
550
735
550
735
1000
1335
1000
1335
Stroke

100
100
200
150
300
150
300
150
300
150
300
150
300
150
300
150
300
D
d3
54
70
70
85
85
135
135
170
170
200
200
270
270
300
300
390
390
10
12
12
15
15
20
20
30
30
50
50
60
60
70
70
100
100
See Technical Specifications, table Permissible

loads on page 0.5 and Welding the weld-on brackets
on page 3.16
Order details:
Shock absorber
type 30 .. ..
With two weld-on brackets
type 35 .. ..,
Marking:
3.5
Usual design load for earthquakes and similar load

events. See also Technical Specifications, page 0.5
Emin = piston rod retracted
Emax = piston rod extended
To bridge greater installed lengths,
extensions, type 33 (page 3.7) can be used.
E
min
220
315
410
395
545
445
595
535
685
615
765
730
880
760
910
935
1085
E
max
320
415
610
545
845
595
895
685
985
765
1065
880
1180
910
1210
1085
1385
F
SG
18
50
50
58
58
65
65
100
100
130
130
165
165
165
165
240
240
15
20
20
22.5
22.5
30
30
45
45
60
60
75
75
105
105
145
145
9
10
10
12
12
16
16
22
22
35
35
44
44
49
49
70
70
Weight
(kg)
1.9
4.3
5.7
8.3
12.0
20.0
29.0
37.0
51.0
61.0
78.0
122.0
147.0
175.0
207.0
390.0
460.0
When exchanging other products, the connection

dimensions such as pin diameters and lug lengths can
be made to fit the attachments already built into the
structure.
Units with longer strokes can be provided on
request.
SHOCK ABSORBERS
TYPE 31
Shock absorbers
Type 31 98 16 to 31 58 16
conn. lug
ball bush
travel indicator
name plate
removable valves
weld-on bracket
fluid level indicator
L
Order details:
Shock absorber, type 31 .. ..
With two weld-on brackets
type 35 .. ..
Marking:
E
Type
31 98 16
31 99 16
31 08 16
31 09 16
31 28 16
31 38 16
31 48 16
31 58 16
Nom. load Emergency

(kN) Level C Stroke D
100 240
735
550
200 240
735
550
100 330
1335
1000
200 330
1335
1000
100 440
2660
2000
100 540
4000
3000
100 580
5320
4000
100 630
6650
5000
E
d3 min
70 620
70 735
100 765
100 880
120 870
140 1020
160 1050
180 1140
See Technical Specifications, table Permissible

loads on page 0.5 and Welding the weld-on brackets
on page 3.16
Usual design load for earthquakes and similar load
events. See also Technical Specifications, page 0.5
Type 31 shock absorbers are

specially designed to deal with
large loads.
They are mainly used in nuclear power stations to protect
steam generators and large
pumps. Due to the restricted
space in such areas, their
dimensions are generally designed to suit the given conditions.
The table on this page therefore serves as general orientation during initial planning.
Housing and connection lugs
are high tensile stainless steel
castings.
E
max
720
935
865
1080
970
1120
1150
1240
L max.
95
95
120
120
160
190
205
230
90
90
110
110
155
180
200
220
310
310
385
385
450
620
585
670
115
145
145
200
150
100
255
205
105
105
140
140
160
200
245
290
SG Weight
(kg)
152
49
181
49
285
70
338
70
648
85
968
90
105 1300
105 1750
Emin = piston rod retracted

Emax = piston rod extended
L max at 80C
Design of travel indicator for travel range 8
(100mm stroke).
LISEGA shock absorbers type 31

are fitted with exchangeable valves
for on site testing
3.6
INSTALLATION EXTENSIONS
TYPE 33
Installation extensions
type 33 18 18 to 33 03 12
Type 33 extensions are used
to bridge larger installation
lengths, thus avoiding structural adjustments on site.
Connection to the shock
absorber or energy absorber
is made at the cylinder
base. Standard threaded
connections allow the
simple substitution of extensions for standard connection lugs. The same applies
for special connections,
helpful when exchanging
units made by other manufacturers, because this way
existing structural con-nections can remain (see page
3.8).
min. thread engagement
extension tube
countering ring
Material:
P355T1
L37.5
Shock
abs.
stroke
100
100
200
150
300
150
300
150
300
150
300
A
d3
33 18 18
33 38 18
33 39 18
33 42 18
33 43 18
33 52 13
33 53 13
33 62 18
33 63 18
33 72 18
33 73 18
Nom. load
(kN)
3
8
8
18
18
46
46
100
100
200
200
240
315
460
412
635
455
680
510
735
560
785
10
12
12
15
15
20
20
30
30
50
50
33 82 18
350
150
640
60
33 83 18
350
300
865
60
33 92 13
33 93 13
33 02 12
33 03 12
550
550
1000
1000
150
300
150
300
670 70
895 70
770 100
995 100
Type
Order details:
Installation extension
type 33 .. ..
L= mm
for hydr. shock absorber
3.7
lug with ball bushing
Piston at midposition
D
max
25
30
30
35
35
48
48
64
64
83
83
90
100
90
100
115
115
160
160
E
min
445
510
655
617
840
675
900
780
1005
875
1100
1030
1711
1255
1751
1110
1335
1325
1550
E
max
760
760
690
1175
1030
1405
1280
1950
1850
2415
2140
1710
2400
1750
2320
2870
2795
2650
2550
L 37.5
min
205
195
195
205
205
220
220
270
270
315
315
390
1071
390
886
440
440
555
555
L 37.5
max
520
445
230
763
395
950
600
1440
1115
1855
1355
1070
1760
885
1455
2200
1900
1880
1555
Weight (kg)
+ per
L min
100mm
0.39
0.45
0.55
0.60
0.55
0.60
0.75
0.90
0.75
0.90
0.72
1.50
0.72
1.50
1.90
2.30
1.90
2.30
3.60
5.00
3.60
5.00
3.40
10.00
4.70
45.00
3.40
10.00
4.70
36.00
5.50
33.00
5.50
33.00
9.50
90.00
9.50
90.00
Installation dimensions greater than E max on load

reduction possible. Shorter L dimensions can be supplied,
but then without adjustment possibility.
WELD-ON BRACKETS
TYPE 35
Weld-on brackets
Type 35 19 13 to 35 20 19
Type
35 19 13
35 29 13
35 39 13
35 49 13
35 59 19
35 69 19
35 79 19
35 89 19
35 99 11
35 09 13
35 20 19
Nom. load
(kN)
3
4
8
18
46
100
200
350
550
1000
2000
d3
25
25
30
35
54
90
110
150
180
390
520
32
32
37
43
54
79
100
130
230
310
320
12
12
12
13
15
23
25
34
40
58
65
10
10
12
15
20
30
50
60
70
100
120
30
30
34
40
50
75
90
115
155
212
245
9.5
9.5
10.5
12.5
16.5
22.5
35.5
45
50
72
87
42
42
46
52
65
95
115
160
220
305
320
13
13
15
18
27
45
55
75
80
100
135
Weight
(kg)
0.2
0.2
0.3
0.5
1.0
3.7
7.9
17.0
41.0
132.0
215.0
Order details: Weld-on bracket, type 35 .. ..
This unit is used as a connection for shock absorbers

type 30 and 31, energy absorbers type 32 and rigid
struts type 39 (also for types
16, 20, 27), and forms
the structural attachment.
The brackets are made from
easily weldable carbon steel
S355J2G3 and the precision
fit stainless steel connecting pins.
Weld-on brackets type 35
can be supplied with bolton base plates on request.
See Technical Specifications
table Permissible loads on page
0.5 and Welding of weld-on
brackets on page 3.16
Fit: bore H7, pin f8.
SPECIAL CONNECTIONS
It is a well known fact that most earlier
generation shock absorbers do not fulfill
current demands and specifications.
The result is failure, and huge maintenance
costs. Considerable savings can be made by
replacing these units with LISEGA shock or
energy absorbers (E-bars).
So that connections already existing on site
can still be used, a range of special connections is available.
Flange for connecting to existing

extension
Special lugs
Special lugs with length adjustment
Standard extension
3.8
SHOCK ABSORBERS TYPE 30, 31

OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE
Operational performance
Under dynamic load, LISEGA shock absorbers, depending on the operational
load spectrum, offer a constant, predictable, functional performance.
Specified function values

As standard, LISEGA shock absorbers
maintain the function values listed below. The values are based on cyclic or
dynamic load.
The data conforms to international standards and practical requirements.

Adherence to the specifications is
proven and recorded by acceptance tests
at the factory. By means of design
adaptations, special parameters can be
complied with on request.
Type 30
travel range 8,
2, 9
Piston rod travel Sb at FN, Rt and 1-35Hz
6mm
Piston rod travel Sa (lost motion)
0.5mm
Type 31
travel range 3
(stroke 300)
travel range 8
(stroke 100)
8mm
Lockup velocity at Rt
10mm
travel range 9
(stroke 200)
12mm
2-6 mm/s
Bypass velocity at FN and Rt
0.2-2 mm/s
Frictional resistance
0.01FN or 200N
0.015FN or 300N
at FN 20kN
at FN 20kN
0.01FN
travel range 8 100 mm, travel range 2 150 mm,

travel range 9 200 mm
Measured at a constant piston speed of appr. 0.3 mm/s. Breakaway
Rt = Room temperature. At ambient temperature of 150C (short
If required, Sa can be increased to 0.5 mm by conforming to other
duration, max. 1h) piston rod travel may be increased by up to 50% due to
reduced fluid viscosity.
performance data (KTA 3205.3).
force is kept at less than 1.5 of given values.
Force F
Ffaulted
Femergency
FN
rigidity
stroke
= 300mm
piston travel S
stroke
200mm
-FN
-Femergency
-Ffaulted
Force travel diagram
3.9
Force and travel amplitudes
Actual performance in relation to normal load

and travel range
SHOCK ABSORBERS, TYPE 30, 31

PERMISSIBLE STRESS FACTORS
Operational Stress Factors
LISEGA hydraulic shock absorbers are
designed as standard for the operational
loads listed below.
The specified values have been confirmed by German TV qualification

tests. Other values can be agreed upon
in exceptional cases by design adaptations.
permanent
max. 80C
short term max. 1h/temp. cycle

max. 40h per year
max. 150C
Relative humidity
at 10-150C
100%
Wet steam atmosphere
max. 150C
X=1
Energy dose
accumulated
105J/kg (107 rad)
continuous
0.5-1 bar
short term
5 bar
excess pressure
Loading due to environmental

temperature
Ambient pressure
Optimum testing is achieved by using computer

controlled test equipment
The values cited above refer to a shock

absorber incl. seals and hydraulic fluid.
Special values for the fluid only are:
Hydraulic fluid
(silicone oil)
Pour point
-50C
Flash point
300C
Ignition point
500C
Resistance to fatigue
Proof of operational durability is based
on the following accumulated load
spectrum:
Normal load FN . . . . . .Load cycles
10 % . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,000,000
50 % . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100,000
80 % . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20,000
100 % (Level A/B) . . . . . . . . .10,000
133 % (Level C) . . . . . . . . . . .100
172 % (LeveI D) . . . . . . . . . . . .10
The number of cycles corresponds to
estimated maximum dynamic stresses
from diverse load events within a period
of forty years. It also complies with the
test program requirements of the suitability tests conducted by the German
TV. The results prove that the shock
absorbers endure these loads while

maintaining their functional integrity.
The special guide systems of the shock
absorbers make them largely resistant
to permanent cyclic operating loads.
This is confirmed by proven practical
experience.
Test area for shock absorbers at the Zeven

factory, Germany
It has to be considered that the range

of possible influential parameters such
as frequencies, amplitudes, oscillation
shapes, impact directions, mono- and
multiaxial effects, as well as possible
overlapping, permit no uniform definition
of continuous operational vibration.
Testing shock absorbers, type 31

Test load 4500kN
3.10
SHOCK ABSORBERS
MODE OF OPERATION
Function scheme of a shock absorber, type 30
MODE OF FUNCTION
C D
Normal operational movements of piping and

other components remain however unhindered.
hydraulic fluid flows freely from one side of

the piston to the other. During rapid piston
movement (approx. 2mm/s) above the
speed limit, the resulting fluid flow pressure
on the valve plate closes the main valve.
The flow of the hydraulic fluid is stopped
and movement blocked. The compressibility
of the fluid cushion has a softening effect
on the restriction of the piston. This prevents damaging load spikes.
For movement in the compressive direction,
the compensating valve (D) closes almost
synchronously with the main valve.
Moments of force can often change direction

at random within the framework of complex
oscillation spectra. The response frequency
range for LISEGA shock absorbers is 0.5 100 Hz.
If the pressure on the closed valve subsides,

e.g. through reversal of the direction of movement, the main control valve opens automatically when the fluid force falls short of the
spring force.
FUNCTION
Bypass
To prevent the valves from jamming in the
blocking position, they are fitted with a
bypass system.
Dynamic event
In the event of a sudden shock, an instantaneous, secure and almost rigid connection
is produced between the supported component and the fixed point on the structure.
The resulting dynamic loads are at once
conducted into the structural connection and
dissipated without any harmful consequences.
Control valves
The function of LISEGA hydraulic shock absorbers type 30 is controlled by the main control valve (B), axially mounted within the
hydraulic piston (A).
During the piston movement ( 2mm/s) the
valve is kept open by spring pressure, and
3.11
3
Function scheme of a shock absorber type 31
This allows limited piston movement under

continuing load and ensures safe opening of
the valves by rapid equalization of pressure
in both cylinder chambers. The compensating valve works synchronously with the
main valve in the same way.
Reservoir
For both variable piston rod positions as well
as for changes in hydraulic fluid volume
caused by temperature changes, volume compensation takes place through a coaxially
mounted reservoir (C). The link between the
reservoir and main cylinder is regulated by
the compensating valve (D).
speed limit is exceeded. Because the valves

are directly linked to the reservoir, no special
compensating valve is needed.
Recurrent testing
To facilitate routine maintenance, the control
valve system is designed for removal with the
shock absorber still in place. The valves can
then simply be replaced in the event of a
recurrent test by a previously qualified set of
valves. A special shut-off device is used to
prevent loss of oil. The original valves can
then be remotely tested in a surrogate snubber and made ready for use again.
Large bore shock absorbers type 31

The function of the LISEGA shock absorber
type 31 is fundamentally the same as for type
30.
The special dimensions, however, require a
different design arrangement of the reservoir
(C). The valve assembly also differs.
The valves (B) themselves operate similarly
to those in type 30. The circulation of the
fluid is also blocked by closure of the corresponding valve in each respective direction of
movement. This happens whenever a flow-
3.12
SHOCK ABSORBERS
DESIGN CHARACTERISTICS
Design characteristics
The shock absorbers are closed systems
with no external threaded pressure
connections. Individual parts of the unit
are assembled without welding by
means of precision fits and threaded
connections and secured mechanically
(see Fig. 3).
For protection against corrosion, LISEGA shock absorbers are made exclusively from non-corroding materials. The
connections are made of galvanized
carbon steel.
The guides on piston rods and pistons
are made from a special wear-resistant
non-metallic material (see Fig. 2).
The fluid reservoir is sealed from the
atmosphere by a preset piston, so that
slight overpressure in the hydraulic
system constantly maintains a slight
presetting of the seals.
The control valves are decisive for the
dynamic operation of the shock absorber.
To achieve high operational accuracy,
the valve parameters have been optimized by extensive testing and special
calculation models.
Seals
The sealing systems play a vital role in
the long term function of a hydraulic
shock absorber. Together with the hydraulic fluid and guide bands, the seals
form part of the non-metallic components of the shock absorber and are
therefore subject to natural ageing and
wear. The most important requisite for
a lasting sealing effect is the selection
of the right sealing material. A good
memory for shape retention (compression set) or lowest possible relaxation of
tension is thereby an absolute essential.
For optimum exploitation of material
characteristics, the shape of the seals
and the design of their locations are
also important.
3.13
The optimum combination of the

following factors is decisive for
functional efficiency:
temperature resistance
radiation resistance
abrasion resistance, especially
at high frequency vibration
good memory for shape retention
good dry running qualities
limited diffusion tendency into the
metal surfaces
minimal stick/slip drag effect
The material which best meets these requirements is a special compound on the
basis of the fluor elastomer VITON.
To exploit the special characteristics to
the fullest extent, the following criteria
must also be considered:
special design shapes

backing compound materials
optimum mixture consistency
optimally balanced hardness
precision in gliding surfaces
design of locations for defined
presetting of seals
Commercially available seals in shock

absorbers do not fulfill these requirements, and as experience has shown,
lead to premature failure. For LISEGA
shock absorbers, a specific sealing system was developed as early as 1984 in
cooperation with a major seal manufacturer. Since then, these seals have
demonstrated their worth in practical
application.
Alongside other successful qualification
procedures through artificial ageing and
fatigue tests, a qualification test procedure was carried out on LISEGA shock
absorbers in 1992 by order of a major
European nuclear utility. The tests certified a maintenance free service life of
at least 23 years in nuclear power
plants under normal operating conditions.
Control indicators
The piston position of the shock absorbers can be read from all sides by
checking the scale rings on the body of
the cylinder. The sturdy stainless steel
shroud connected to the piston rod protects it from mechanical damage, dirt
and heat and also serves as an indicator.
The fluid level of the reservoir is indicated by the position of the reservoir
piston. A sight glass can be used for
checking the minimum level in type 30.
Type 31 has a marked indicator rod
attached to the base of the external
reservoir.
For details of design and materials,
see Technical Specifications.
(Fig. 1)
(Fig. 2)
(Fig. 3)
SHOCK ABSORBERS
FUNCTION TESTS
The particularly stringent
requirements within the
nuclear industry demand
flawless proof concerning
the functional parameters
for shock absorbers.
This applies both to the
first acceptance test as well
as to recurrent testing.
LISEGA applies a test procedure using the very

latest technology. The test benches operate as
dynamic hydro pulse units, with either forcecontrolled or travel-controlled excitation as
desired.
The frequency bands range from
0.5 - 30Hz and the test loads from
0.5 - 5000 kN. Altogether, seven test benches
of various sizes are available for LISEGA in
different factories.
At customers request, they are frequently used
on site as mobile units. Several test benches
have been supplied to different countries to
be used on site by local plant personnel for

recurrent testing.
Variable test programs permit shock absorber
tests for all makes.
All LISEGA test benches are regularly inspected,
certified and calibrated by authorized bodies.
Frictional resistance (kN)

Quasistatic functional tests
Drag velocity (mm/s)
Lock up velocity (mm/s)
Bypass velocity (mm/s)
Load after valve activation (kN)
Load at bypass velocity (kN)/bleed rate
Dynamic functional tests
(Load and travel amplitudes)
displacement (mm)
compression / tension loads (kN)
Load/travel diagram
Acceptance certificate with test diagrams
3.14
SHOCK ABSORBERS TYPE 30, 31

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Shock absorbers are precision-made, safety-related
components. Corresponding
care must therefore be taken
when handling them.
For the flawless functioning
of the shock absorbers it is
essential that the following
instructions are observed.
Transport and storage

Shock absorbers and related components
should be stored in closed rooms and protected from dirt and damage. Transportation
must therefore be carried out with great care.
LISEGA recommends that the shock absorbers
remain in their original packing until just before installation. Any damage during shipment,
off loading, on site transportation or installation must be reported to the manufacturer
immediately.
Delivery condition
Shock absorbers are supplied as fully operational units, complete with hydraulic fluid,
ready for service. The connecting lugs for
type 30 are connected at one end with the
base, at the other with the piston rod and
secured by locking bolts.
For type 31 the bottom end lug and cylinder
base form a unit.
LISEGA shock absorbers are made entirely
from non-corroding materials, so they need
no additional surface treatment. The threaded
connecting lugs are electrogalvanized and
white chromatized.
Type 35 weld-on brackets are supplied separately, including fitted pins. Their surface has
a protective coating of weldable primer.
For transportation, type 30 shock absorbers
are supplied packaged individually in purpose made boxes with pistons fully retracted. Type 31 are fixed on special wooden
skids.
piston rod cover

weld-on bracket name plate
sight glass
travel indicator
conn. lug
Type 30
3.15
For these unit sizes, the actual installation

dimensions are preset at the factory.
Installation
Shock absorbers must be inspected for damage before installation. Also, the connecting lugs must be checked for tight fits. The
struc-tural attachments on site and weld-on
brackets must be completely welded. The
arrange-ment of the weld-on brackets must
be such that the maximum angular displacement takes place in the direction of the
greatest thermal expansion in service.
Lateral displacement is limited to a maximum of 6. Any twisting of the weld-on
brackets against each other should be prevented because of the limitation on movement resulting from this.
All welding at the connections or in their
vicinity should be completed before installing
the shock absorbers.
For installation, type 30 shock absorbers must
be set at the required installation length (the
connection pin to connection pin dimension)
by extending the piston rods. This must be
done slowly, smoothly and below the lockup
velocity to avoid blocking the shock absorber. Smaller types can be extended by hand.
The weight of the larger shock absorbers can
be exploited to help extend them by hanging
the unit to the connecting lug of the piston
rod.
The shock absorbers can be installed in practically any conceivable position. The piston
rod should be connected to the heat conducting component to dissipate, via the protective shroud, any heat from radiation.
The installation position of the absorbers
should be so selected as to offer easy access
to the sight glass for fluid inspection during
service checks.
3
The connections to the various attachment
structures must be form-fit for load actuation. All threaded connections in the flux of
force must be tightened with sufficient
torque.
If, after installation, any welding on the
attachment structure is performed near the
installed shock absorber, care must be taken
that no welding current strays through the
body of the snubber.
After installing the complete system, it is
recommended that each unit be inspected
for the following:
A. Correct fitting of form-fit connections for
load actuation (locking screws on the connecting lugs, secure pins, threaded connections).
B. All installation points must be checked
for adequate freedom of movement during
thermal expansion. Care must be taken to
allow the connecting lugs to move freely in
the connection brackets and care also taken
to prevent the piston from reaching the end
position.
Welding the weld-on brackets

The following procedure is recommended for
the welding of weld-on brackets:
The minimum weld seam thickness a for
type 35 weld-on brackets is dependent on
the angular displacement and
. A permissible stress of 90N/mm2 at load case
Level A formed the basis of the calculation.
If the angular displacement increases to
90, the permissible loads are reduced by
approximately 15% at a constant weld seam
thickness (a min at = 45).
For permissible loads, see load table in
Technical Specifications, page 0.5
Welding procedure
1. Remove pins from weld-on brackets
2. Preheat weld-on brackets, from
type 35 79 19 onwards, to ~
~ 100C
3. Use base electrodes
4. Welding should be performed in layers
to avoid welding distortion.
(For sequence, see diagram)
5. Allow bracket to cool to 100C
after each welding layer
For the piston position, a safety zone of

10mm at each end of the cylinder stroke is
recommended. The position can be read from
the travel scale.
Type =15 =30 =45
= 6
= 6
= 6
35 19 13 3.0
3.0
3.0
35 29 13 3.0
3.0
3.0
35 39 13 3.0
3.0
3.0
35 49 13 3.0
4.0
5.0
35 59 19 5.5
7.0
8.0
35 69 19 7.5
9.5
11.0
35 79 19 10.5
13.5
15.5
35 89 19 14.5
18.0
21.0
35 99 11 15.0
20.0
23.0
35 09 13 14.0
17.0
19.0
35 20 19 23.0
Before commissioning the plant, a full visual

inspection of all shock absorbers and installation situations is recommended.
conn. lug
travel indicator
ball bushing
weld-on bracket
name plate fluid level indicator

removable valves
Type 31
3.16
SHOCK ABSORBERS
MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS
Shock absorbers are components of great safetyrelated significance for a
plant. They offer protection to the piping system
and other components
against dynamic overloading due to unplanned
load events. As these are
unpredictable, the complete functional safety of the
shock absorbers must be
guaranteed at all times.
For normal operating conditions shock absorbers are designed to function for the entire
40 year life of a plant. The seals and hydraulic fluid should be changed at least once
during this period, at the latest after 20
years.
However, under certain conditions (extreme
stresses) shock absorbers can experience premature ageing and increased mechanical wear.
Preventive maintenance is recommended in
order to make sure the shock absorbers remain fully operational and reliable. This maintenance is the responsibility of the plant operators.
Measures
1. Regular inspection visual inspection, once per year
2. Extended inspection function tests, 12 years after
commissioning at the latest.
Implementation
Inspection and maintenance work should be
carried out by specially trained personnel.
LISEGA servicing specialists can do this if
required. For dynamic function tests, qualified
test benches which can also be brought to
the plant are available.
1. Regular inspection
Regular inspection should involve a visual
inspection carried out once a year on all units
installed. The first inspection should take
place immediately before commissioning.
During the regular inspection, not only the
shock absorbers must be inspected, but also
the environmental conditions and installation
situation. The check list should include the
following points:
all units to be inspected, noting
installation position
planned operational connection
displacements
special environmental or operating
conditions.
any maintenance work previously
carried out.
Mobile computer controlled LISEGA

test bench in a Belgian nuclear
power plant
3.17
3
The following should be checked at the
installed position:
Conformity of name plate data with
check list.
Correct form fitting of all connections for
load actuation
Correct freedom of movement of shock
absorber during operating displacements
Position of main piston rod as regards
sufficient stroke, including travel reserve
(min. 10 mm).
Exterior condition of shock absorber for
any damage or leakage.
Surrounding area for possible signs of
unusual operating conditions,
e.g. increased temperature
The scope of testing and the selection of

shock absorbers should be agreed on by the
relevant plant department and the service
engineer responsible. Special consideration
is to be given to various stress factors
(temperature, radiation, loads, operational
vibrations).
The timing and scope of the next Extended
Inspection is to be decided on the basis of
inspection results recorded.
After approximately 20 years of operation at
the latest, it is recommended that the hydraulic
fluid and seals are replaced in all shock
absorbers. Following this work, carried out
by trained personnel using original LISEGA
spare parts, and after successful function
testing, the shock absorbers can be used
again for a further 20 years.
Fluid indicator level

As long as the reservoir piston cannot be
seen through the sight glass there is sufficient fluid in the reservoir. If the piston is
visible, it must be assumed that fluid has
been lost.
Observations and findings are to be recorded
on the check list and if required, recommendations for corrective action made.
2. Extended inspection
An extended inspection is carried out after
12 years of operation, whereby a number of
installed shock absorbers (min. 2 units per
type) are subjected to an additional function
test. After successful testing, the shock absorbers can be reinstalled for further service.
In the event of deviations in performance,
the shock absorber in question should be
dismantled and the function-related parts inspected. The plant operators are responsible
for taking and documenting any corrective
measures.
Examples of shock absorber

installation in nuclear plants
3.18
DYNAMIC PIPE CLAMPS

TYPE 36, 37
In the sphere of dynamic
supports, the design of
pipe clamps is often not
carried out with sufficient
care. In spite of impeccable
main support units (shock
absorbers, rigid struts and
energy absorbers), the
functioning of the whole
construction can be adversely affected by faulty
pipe clamps.
Instability caused by twisted clamps of the

frictional grip type (fig. 1) is especially dangerous. Because of the unavoidable creep
characteristics of preset metals a lasting frictional grip cannot be maintained at high
temperatures by way of simple bolt presetting. Even oversize boltings do not solve the
problem, because on corresponding presetting they would cause impermissible contraction of the pipe (pipe squeezer).
A typical fault is too soft a clamp design
(fig. 2), where the necessary stiffness is
not attained.
Care should be taken that the connections on the pipe clamps fit snugly.
Fig. 1
So that no constraints arise, sufficient

room for lateral movement on
displacement in the piping system
must be guaranteed.
Prevention of twisting through shear lugs
To prevent twisting, LISEGA recommends on
principle the use of shear lugs with dynamic
pipe clamps (fig. 3, 5, 6). This way, defined
and verifiable behavior is ensured.
The lugs maintain the position of the pipe

clamps in the expected direction of force and
are not subjected to any significant load
(fig. 5). Even in the load case, no significant
lateral stresses are produced, as the friction
forces on the contact surface of the pipe
under load provide a secure grip.
Because of the slight forces to be absorbed,
welding stress can be kept to a minimum,
despite the small dimensions of the shear
lugs. Generally, they are kept below 35% of
the yield strength, or creep stress limit for
load condition H, according to the permissible values in ASME / DIN codes.
Frictional grip with the help of disc springs
If the welding of lugs is not possible for any
fundamental reason, LISEGA offers dynamic
pipe clamps fitted with disc springs (fig. 4).
Via correspondingly dimensioned sets of
springs, a lasting torque for permanent friction
grip can be produced.
Fig. 2
Fig. 5
Fig. 3
lug
OD
Fig. 6
Lug dimensions
tube
friction
tube
= 0.1...0.4 (friction value)
Fig. 4
friction
Force distribution in a dynamic pipe

clamp with shear lug connection
3.19
OD
lug
friction
Catalog dimension B1
add. 2mm
0-2mm
1.5 x N
N = Catalog dimension F less 1mm
3
LISEGA standard design
To provide the ideal solution for all areas of
application and at the same time achieve
the most favorable performance weight
ratios, LISEGA offers four standard designs.
If no special arrangement is ordered, the

bracket connection is so fitted that the main
angulation range runs along the axis of the
pipe. For type 37, the weld-on bracket is to
be ordered separately.
Dynamic pipe clamps as hanger clamps

The given permissible loads have been calculated for dynamic operation with shock
absorbers / rigid struts in accordance with the
dynamic load spectra shown on page 3.10.
Type 36 .. .1/2/3
In special cases the dynamic clamps are fitted

as hanger clamps, under permanent static
load. In this case, the given permissible loads
have to be reduced as per the following table:
pipe
temperature
until 350C
450C
500C
510C
530C
560C
clamp
material
S235JRG2 / S355J2G3
16Mo3
16Mo3
13CrMo4-5
13CrMo4-5
13CrMo4-5
permissible
permanent
tensile stress
100%
90%
55%
65%
55%
45%
Type 36
Type 37
Type 37. .. 1/2/3/4/5/6
This calculation applies to creep strengths dep. on time

in the range of 200,000h at temperatures 450C.
Special designs
In some cases, special designs can be a useful alternative to pipe clamps types 36 and
37. Especially in cases of parallel and angulated arrangements, standardized design
and calculation methods have proven their
worth.
Type 36 .. .4/5
Special clamp for angular arrangement
Selection
The selection tables are divided according to
pipe diameters. Via the temperature ranges
and the permissible loads, the type designation for the appropriate clamp is found. After
that, the installation dimensions are to be
checked using the drawing. Special attention
must be given to the lug connections of shock
absorbers, energy absorbers or rigid struts.
If the standard pin connection d1 does not
fit, another appropriate weld-on bracket (see
page 3.8) can be provided.
Type 37 .. .7/8/9
Dynamic axial pipe clamp with shock absorbers
3.20
DYNAMIC PIPE CLAMP

SELECTION TABLE OD 33.7 - OD 108.0
OD 33.7 (ND 25)
permissible laod (kN)
Type 100 250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A B
75 50
110
10
36 03 11 4.0 4.0 4.0
75 50
155
10
4.0 4.0
36 03 21
75 50
160
10
4.0 3.9 2.9
36 03 31
B1
20
20
20
max.
F Load gr.
2
9
2
9
2
9
kg
0.9
1.1
1.1
B1
20
20
20
max.
F Load gr.
3
9
3
9
2
9
kg
1.2
1.4
1.3
B1
20
20
20
max.
F Load gr.
9
3
9
3
9
2
kg
1.2
1.5
1.4
B
50
50
50
B1
25
25
25
max.
F Load gr.
9
4
9
3
9
3
kg
1.9
2.2
2.2
B
50
50
50
B1
25
25
25
max.
F Load gr.
9
4
9
3
9
3
kg
2.2
2.7
2.6
permissible load (kN)

Type 100 250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A B
15
160
125 50
36 08 11 15 14 13
8.0 7.7
12
210
125 50
36 08 21
7.0 5.8 4.3
12
215
125 50
36 08 31
B1
25
25
25
max.
F Load gr.
9
4
9
3
9
3
kg
2.2
2.7
2.7
B1
30
30
30
max.
F Load gr.
11
5
11
4
11
4
kg
3.8
4.5
4.3
B1
35
35
30
max.
F Load gr.
11
5
11
4
11
4
kg
4.9
6.5
5.5
OD 42.4 (ND 32)

Type 100 250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A B
36 04 11 8.0 8.0 8.0
85 50
130
12
36 04 21
85 50
175
12
6.4 5.1
36 04 31
85 50
175
10
4.0 3.9 2.9
OD 48.3 (ND 40)

Type 100 250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A B
12
130
90 50
36 05 11 8.0 8.0 7.4
6.5 5.1
12
175
90 50
36 05 21
4.0 4.0 2.9
10
175
90 50
36 05 31
OD 60.3 (ND 50)
Type 36 .. .1

Type 100 250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A
36 06 11 16 14 11
15
150
110
36 06 21
8.0 8.0
12
190
110
36 06 31
7.2 6.1 4.4
12
195
110
OD 73.0 (ND 65)

Type 100 250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A
15
160
120
36 07 11 15 14 12
8.0 7.6
12
210
120
36 07 21
6.9 5.8 4.2
12
215
120
36 07 31
Calculation of interim
values: linear interpolation.
The connecting load group
has to be stated in the order.
On selection of a lower load
group than stated in the table,
the E dim. of the clamp is reduced in accordance with the
E dim. of the weld-on bracket
(see page 3.8).
Lug dimensions: F less 1mm;

B1 plus 2mm (see page 3.19).
OD 76.1 (ND 65)
OD 88.9 (ND 80)

Type 100 250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A B
36 09 11 23 20 19
20
185 146 50
36 09 21
18 15
15
230 146 50
36 09 31
14 11 8.3
15
235 146 50
OD 108.0 (ND 100)

Type 100 250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A B
20
205 165 50
36 10 11 32 29 24
18 15
15
265 165 50
36 10 21
13 11 8.1
15
270 165 50
36 10 31
3.21
DYNAMIC PIPE CLAMP

OD 114.3 (ND 100)
Type 100 250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A
B
36 11 11 31 28 24
210 175 50
20
36 11 21
270 175 50
15
18 15
36 11 24
280 175 100
20
40 35
36 11 31
280 175 50
15
13 10 8.0
36 11 34
290 175 100
20
32 26 16
B1
35
35
60
30
60
max.
F Load gr. kg
5.1
5
11
6.5
4
11
11.7
5
13
5.5
4
11
11.8
5
13
B1
35
30
60
30
60
max.
F Load gr. kg
5.8
5
11
6.3
4
11
12.8
5
13
6.1
4
11
13.0
5
13
OD 133.0 (ND 125)

Type 100 250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A
B
36 13 11 31 28 23
190 50
225
20
36 13 21
190 50
275
15
18 14
36 13 24
190 100
285
20
40 37
36 13 31
190 50
285
15
13 11 8.0
36 13 34
190 100
295
20
33 27 18
OD 139.7 (ND 125)

Type 100 250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A
B
36 14 11 31 28 23
200 50
230
20
36 14 21
200 50
285
15
18 14
36 14 24
200 100
320
30
43 34
36 14 31
200 50
295
15
12 10 7.9
36 14 34
200 100
305
20
32 27 19
B1
35
30
60
30
60
max.
F Load gr.
5
11
4
11
6
13
4
11
5
13
kg
6.0
6.7
16.2
6.4
14.3
B1
35
30
60
30
60
max.
F Load gr.
5
11
4
11
6
13
4
11
5
13
kg
6.7
7.5
17.9
7.2
15.4
B1
35
45
30
40
60
30
40
80
max.
F Load gr.
5
11
6
11
4
11
5
11
6
13
4
11
4
11
6
16
kg
7.6
11.5
8.3
10.9
18.7
7.7
10.5
26.0
Type 36 .. .1/2
OD 159.0 (ND 150)

Type 100 250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A
B
245 220 50
20
36 16 11 30 27 24
300 215 50
15
18 14
36 16 21
335 215 100
30
43 34
36 16 24
310 215 50
15
12 10 7.8
36 16 31
320 215 100
20
32 27 19
36 16 34
OD 168.3 (ND 150)

Type 100 250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A
B
270 230 50
20
36 17 11 29 26 23
270 245 50
30
36 17 12 51 45 33
315 225 50
15
17 13
36 17 21
315 240 50
20
28 25
36 17 22
340 225 100
30
43 34
36 17 24
320 225 50
15
12 10 7.7
36 17 31
320 240 50
15
18 17 13
36 17 32
345 240 100
30
55 46 33
36 17 34
Type 36 .. .4
Calculation of interim values: linear interpolation.

The connecting load group has to be stated in the order. On selection of a lower load group than stated in
the table. the E dim. of the clamp is reduced in accordance with the E dim. of the weld-on bracket (see page 3.8).
Lug dimensions: F less 1mm; B1 plus 2mm (see page 3.19).
3.22
DYNAMIC PIPE CLAMP

OD 193.7 (ND 175)
Type 100 250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A
B
36 19 11 50 46 37
270 50
285
30
36 19 12 65 57 49
275 50
285
30
36 19 21
265 50
355
20
27 23
36 19 22
275 50
355
30
43 36
36 19 24
265 100
355
30
68 58
36 19 31
265 50
350
15
18 17 13
36 19 32
275 50
350
20
34 28 19
36 19 34
265 100
375
30
54 45 33
B1
45
45
40
45
80
40
45
80
max.
F Load gr.
6
11
6
13
5
11
6
13
6
13
4
11
5
13
6
16
kg
12.5
14.0
13.4
17.7
29.0
12.5
15.5
30.0
B1
45
45
40
45
80
40
45
80
max.
F Load gr.
6
11
6
13
5
11
6
13
6
13
4
11
5
13
6
16
kg
14.0
16.0
14.0
20.0
33.0
12.5
16.5
34.0
B1
45
45
40
45
80
90
40
45
80
90
max.
F Load gr.
6
11
6
13
5
11
6
13
6
13
7
16
4
11
5
13
6
16
6
16
kg
15.0
17.0
15.0
21.5
35.0
48.0
13.5
18.0
35.0
43.0
B1
45
45
40
45
80
90
40
45
80
90
max.
F Load gr.
6
11
6
13
5
11
6
13
6
13
7
16
4
11
5
13
6
16
6
16
kg
16.0
18.5
16.0
22.0
36.0
50.0
14.5
19.0
37.0
45.0
OD 219.1 (ND 200)
Type 36 .. .1/2

Type 100 250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A
B
300 50
310
30
36 22 11 49 44 38
300 50
310
30
36 22 12 65 57 49
290 50
385
20
28 23
36 22 21
300 50
385
30
43 35
36 22 22
290 100
385
30
71 58
36 22 24
290 50
370
15
18 17 13
36 22 31
300 50
370
20
33 28 20
36 22 32
290 100
395
30
53 44 32
36 22 34
OD 244.5 (ND 225)

Type 100 250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A
B
36 24 11 49 45 36
320 50
320
30
36 24 12 65 57 47
330 50
320
30
36 24 21
320 50
400
20
29 22
36 24 22
330 50
400
30
43 35
36 24 24
320 100
400
30
74 58
36 24 25
330 100
415
50
109 86
36 24 31
320 50
395
15
18 17 13
36 24 32
330 50
395
20
33 27 18
36 24 34
320 100
420
30
52 44 32
36 24 35
330 100
420
30
79 66 44
OD 267.0 (ND 250)

Type 36 .. .4/5

Type 100 250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A
B
335 345 50
30
36 26 11 49 44 38
335 350 50
30
36 26 12 65 57 48
410 340 50
20
29 23
36 26 21
410 350 50
30
43 35
36 26 22
410 340 100
30
74 58
36 26 24
425 350 100
50
110 87
36 26 25
410 340 50
15
18 17 13
36 26 31
410 350 50
20
32 27 19
36 26 32
435 340 100
30
52 43 32
36 26 34
435 350 100
30
78 66 47
36 26 35
the table, the E dim. of the clamp is reduced in accordance with the E dim. of the weld-on bracket (see page 3.8).
3.23
DYNAMIC PIPE CLAMP

OD 273.0 (ND 250)
Type
36 27 11
36 27 12
36 27 14
36 27 15
36 27 21
36 27 22
36 27 24
36 27 25
36 27 31
36 27 32
36 27 34
36 27 35

100 250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A
B
345 350 50
30
48 44 38
345 355 50
30
65 57 47
360 345 100
50
110 100 81
360 355 100
50
166 150 120
420 345 50
20
28 22
420 355 50
30
43 34
420 345 100
30
73 58
435 355 100
50
109 86
435 345 50
15
18 17 12
435 355 50
20
31 26 18
460 345 100
30
50 42 31
460 355 100
30
76 64 45
max.
F Load gr.
6
11
6
13
7
13
7
16
5
11
6
13
6
13
7
16
4
11
5
13
6
16
6
16
kg
17
19
34
42
16
23
37
52
15
20
40
48

max.
250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A
B1 F Load gr.
B
5
405 60 40 11
380
20
35 34
6
415 60 45 13
380
30
57 48
6
430 60 60 13
380
30
100 81
7
415 120 90 16
395
50
149 134
7
430 120 120 16
395
50
182 163
5
405 60 40 11
450
20
28 22
6
415 60 45 13
450
30
43 34
6
430 60 60 13
450
30
67 63
7
415 120 90 16
465
50
108 85
7
430 120 120 21
465
50
143 137
4
405 60 40 11
450
15
18 17 12
5
415 60 45 13
470
20
30 25 18
6
430 60 60 13
470
30
56 47 31
6
415 120 90 16
470
30
78 65 48
7
430 120 120 21
485
50
136 114 83
kg
19
24
34
50
71
20
28
38
58
85
20
25
39
54
84
Type 36 .. .1/2/3
kg
20
25
36
54
76
22
30
42
64
91
21
27
41
59
89
Type 36 .. .4/5
B1
45
45
80
90
40
45
80
90
40
45
80
90
OD 323.9 (ND 300)

Type
36 32 11
36 32 12
36 32 13
36 32 14
36 32 15
36 32 21
36 32 22
36 32 23
36 32 24
36 32 25
36 32 31
36 32 32
36 32 33
36 32 34
36 32 35
100
37
65
100
164
200
OD 355.6 (ND 350)

Type
36 36 11
36 36 12
36 36 13
36 36 14
36 36 15
36 36 21
36 36 22
36 36 23
36 36 24
36 36 25
36 36 31
36 36 32
36 36 33
36 36 34
36 36 35
100
37
65
100
166
200

max.
250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A
B1 F Load gr.
B
5
435 60 40 11
395
20
35 32
6
445 60 45 13
395
30
57 52
6
465 60 60 13
395
30
100 88
7
445 120 90 16
410
50
150 138
7
465 120 120 16
410
50
182 166
5
435 60 40 11
480
20
27 21
6
445 60 45 13
480
30
42 33
6
465 60 60 13
480
30
68 61
7
445 120 90 16
495
50
106 84
7
465 120 120 21
495
50
143 137
4
435 60 40 11
475
15
18 17 12
5
445 60 45 13
495
20
30 25 18
6
465 60 60 13
495
30
55 46 33
6
445 120 90 16
495
30
77 64 47
7
465 120 120 21
510
50
135 113 83

3.24
DYNAMIC PIPE CLAMP

OD 368.0 (ND 350)
Type 36 .. .1/2/3
Type
36 37 11
36 37 12
36 37 13
36 37 14
36 37 15
36 37 21
36 37 22
36 37 23
36 37 24
36 37 25
36 37 31
36 37 32
36 37 33
36 37 34
36 37 35
100
37
65
100
166
279

max.
250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A
B1 F Load gr.
B
5
450 60 40 11
400
20
35 34
6
455 60 45 13
400
30
57 48
6
475 60 60 13
400
30
100 90
7
455 120 90 16
415
50
151 139
8
475 120 120 16
440
60
230 160
5
450 60 40 11
485
20
27 21
6
455 60 45 13
485
30
42 33
6
475 60 60 13
485
30
69 61
7
455 120 90 16
500
50
106 84
7
475 120 120 21
500
50
143 137
4
450 60 40 11
480
15
18 17 12
5
455 60 45 13
500
20
30 25 17
6
475 60 60 13
500
30
55 46 34
6
455 120 90 16
500
30
77 65 47
7
475 120 120 21
515
50
135 113 83
kg
21
26
36
55
87
23
31
42
65
93
21
27
42
60
91
OD 406.4 (ND 400)
Type 36 .. .4/5
Type
36 41 11
36 41 12
36 41 13
36 41 14
36 41 15
36 41 21
36 41 22
36 41 23
36 41 24
36 41 25
37 41 27
36 41 31
36 41 32
36 41 33
36 41 34
36 41 35
37 41 37
100
37
65
100
164
277

250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A
B
485 60
430
20
35 34
495 60
430
30
56 44
520 60
430
30
100 83
495 120
445
50
149 137
520 120
470
60
251 216
485 60
510
20
27 21
495 60
510
30
42 33
520 60
510
30
73 61
495 120
525
50
105 83
520 120
525
50
143 137
485 310
580
60
252 244
485 60
510
15
18 16 12
495 60
530
20
29 24 18
520 60
530
30
54 46 33
495 120
530
30
76 64 46
520 120
545
50
133 112 82
485 310
600
60
240 210 136
max.
B1 F Load gr. kg
23
5
40 11
28
6
45 13
40
6
60 13
61
7
90 16
97
8
120 21
25
5
40 11
34
6
45 13
46
6
60 13
70
7
90 16
102
7
120 21
183
8
230 21
23
4
40 11
29
5
45 13
45
6
60 13
64
6
90 16
97
7
120 21
188
8
230 21
Type 37 .. .7

3.25
DYNAMIC PIPE CLAMP

OD 419.0 (ND 400)
Type
36 42 11
36 42 12
36 42 13
36 42 14
36 42 15
36 42 21
36 42 22
36 42 23
36 42 24
36 42 25
37 42 27
36 42 31
36 42 32
36 42 33
36 42 34
36 42 35
37 42 37
100
37
65
100
163
276

max.
250 350 450 500 510 530 560 C d1 Emax A
B1 F Load gr. kg
B
24
5
500 60 40 11
440
20
35 34
30
6
510 60 45 13
440
30
57 45
42
6
525 60 60 13
440
30
100 84
63
7
510 120 90 16
455
50
148 136
100
8
525 120 120 21
480
60
250 218
26
5
500 60 40 11
530
20
26 21
35
6
510 60 45 13
530
30
41 32
48
6
525 60 60 13
530
30
76 60
73
7
510 120 90 16
545
50
103 82
106
7
525 120 120 21
545
50
143 137
190
8
500 310 230 21
595
60
257 243
24
4
500 60 40 11
520
15
18 16 12
31
5
510 60 45 13
540
20
29 24 18
47
6
525 60 60 13
540
30
54 45 33
66
6
510 120 90 16
545
30
75 63 46
100
7
525 120 120 21
560
50
132 111 81
190
8
500 310 230 21
605
60
240 210 136
Type 36 .. .1/2/3
OD 457.2 (ND 450)

Type
36 46 11
36 46 12
36 46 13
36 46 14
36 46 15
36 46 21
36 46 22
36 46 23
36 46 24
36 46 25
37 46 27
36 46 31
36 46 32
36 46 33
36 46 34
36 46 35
37 46 37
37 46 38
100
37
65
100
161
274

250 350 450 500 510
35 32
57 52
100 95
146 134
248 228
26 21
41 32
76 60
101 79
143 137
257 243
16
28
53
74
131
239
347
max.
530 560 C d1 Emax A
B1 F Load gr.
B
5
540 60 40 13
470
20
6
545 60 45 13
470
30
6
565 60 60 13
470
30
7
545 120 90 16
485
50
8
565 120 120 21
510
60
5
540 60 40 13
550
20
6
545 60 45 13
550
30
6
565 60 60 13
550
30
7
545 120 90 16
585
50
7
565 120 120 21
585
50
8
535 310 230 21
615
60
4
540 60 40 13
550
15
16 11
5
545 60 45 13
570
20
24 17
6
565 60 60 13
570
30
45 32
6
545 120 90 16
575
30
62 45
7
565 120 120 21
590
50
110 80
8
535 310 230 21
635
60
208 135
9
550 330 250 26
675
70
309 207
kg
26
33
47
70
110
28
38
52
81
116
200
26
34
52
71
112
205
290
Type 36 .. .4/5
Type 37 .. .7/8
3.26
DYNAMIC PIPE CLAMP

OD 508.0 (ND 500)
Type 37 .. .1/2/3/4/5/6
Type
37 51 11
37 51 12
37 51 13
37 51 14
37 51 17
37 51 21
37 51 22
37 51 23
37 51 24
37 51 25
37 51 26
37 51 28
37 51 31
37 51 32
37 51 33
37 51 34
37 51 35
37 51 38
100
75
126
180
270
356

250 350 450 500 510
57 41
100 73
137 100
195 153
269 195
51 49
81 76
116 111
181 172
211 201
234 222
380 360
45
76
108
164
198
346
max.
530 560 C d1 Emax A
B1 F Load gr.
B
6
595 170 130 13
515
30
7
620 170 136 13
530
50
8
630 230 180 16
560
60
9
655 330 260 21
600
70
9
590 310 230 21
600
70
6
575 140 104 13
595
30
7
590 170 130 13
620
50
7
605 180 136 16
620
50
8
625 240 180 21
650
60
8
635 240 190 21
650
60
8
670 250 190 21
650
60
9
605 330 250 26
650
70
6
580 140 104 13
625
30
37 27
6
600 170 130 13
625
30
71 47
7
600 180 136 16
640
50
94 68
8
640 230 180 21
665
60
149 109
8
640 240 190 26
665
60
183 132
9
605 330 250 26
710
70
307 201
kg
43
63
104
183
210
40
65
90
148
179
198
295
42
63
91
146
180
310
max.
530 560 C d1 Emax A
B1 F Load gr.
B
6
645 170 130 13
550
30
7
670 170 136 13
565
50
8
680 230 180 16
595
60
9
705 330 260 21
635
70
9
640 310 230 21
635
70
6
630 140 104 13
640
30
7
640 170 130 13
655
50
7
655 180 136 16
655
50
8
675 240 180 21
680
60
8
685 240 190 21
680
60
8
720 250 190 21
680
60
9
655 330 250 26
725
70
6
625 140 104 13
650
30
37 27
6
650 170 130 13
650
30
71 51
7
650 180 136 16
665
50
94 68
8
690 230 180 21
695
60
149 108
8
690 240 190 21
695
60
182 132
9
655 330 250 26
735
70
304 196
9
670 390 290 26
735
70
385 265
kg
45
66
110
191
226
43
69
95
155
187
206
330
44
66
95
153
188
330
405
OD 558.8 (ND 550)
Type 37 .. .7/8/9
Type
37 56 11
37 56 12
37 56 13
37 56 14
37 56 17
37 56 21
37 56 22
37 56 23
37 56 24
37 56 25
37 56 26
37 56 28
37 56 31
37 56 32
37 56 33
37 56 34
37 56 35
37 56 38
37 56 39
100
74
126
180
270
356

250 350 450 500 510
56 41
100 72
136 100
195 153
269 195
50 48
80 76
116 110
181 171
211 201
233 221
370 350
45
76
108
163
198
346
415

3.27
DYNAMIC PIPE CLAMP

OD 609.6 (ND 600)
Type
37 61 11
37 61 12
37 61 13
37 61 14
37 61 17
37 61 18
37 61 21
37 61 22
37 61 23
37 61 24
37 61 25
37 61 26
37 61 28
37 61 31
37 61 32
37 61 33
37 61 34
37 61 35
37 61 38
37 61 39
100
75
126
182
270
359
540

250 350 450 500 510
57 41
100 73
137 100
197 155
272 196
412 300
50 48
80 76
116 110
180 171
210 200
233 221
367 347
45
76
108
162
196
344
413
max.
530 560 C d1 Emax A
B1 F Load gr.
B
6
695 170 130 16
575
30
7
720 170 136 16
590
50
8
730 230 180 16
620
60
9
755 330 260 16
660
70
9
690 310 230 21
660
70
9
705 330 250 21
660
70
6
680 140 104 16
670
30
7
690 170 130 16
685
50
7
705 180 136 16
685
50
8
725 240 180 21
715
60
8
735 240 190 21
715
60
8
770 250 190 21
715
60
9
705 330 250 26
760
70
6
680 140 104 16
685
30
37 26
6
700 170 130 16
685
30
71 51
7
700 180 136 16
700
50
93 68
8
740 230 180 21
730
60
148 107
8
740 240 190 21
730
60
182 132
9
705 330 250 26
770
70
302 195
9
720 390 290 26
770
70
380 277
kg
47
68
114
197
236
295
46
71
100
164
197
218
355
47
69
100
161
198
350
430
max.
530 560 C d1 Emax A
B1 F Load gr.
B
6
750 170 130 16
605
30
7
770 170 136 16
620
50
8
780 230 180 16
650
60
9
805 330 260 16
690
70
9
740 310 230 21
690
70
9
755 330 250 21
690
70
6
730 145 110 16
700
30
7
740 175 136 16
715
50
7
755 180 136 16
715
50
8
775 240 180 21
750
60
8
785 240 190 21
750
60
8
820 250 190 21
750
60
9
755 330 250 26
790
70
6
730 145 110 16
715
30
38 27
6
750 175 136 16
715
30
72 53
7
750 180 136 16
730
50
94 68
8
790 230 180 21
755
60
149 108
8
790 240 190 21
755
60
183 133
9
755 330 250 26
795
70
302 195
9
770 390 290 26
795
70
380 277
kg
50
73
120
205
250
310
55
81
104
170
207
230
375
55
80
105
168
206
370
455
Type 37 .. .1/2/3/4/5/6
OD 660.4 (ND 650)

Type
37 66 11
37 66 12
37 66 13
37 66 14
37 66 17
37 66 18
37 66 21
37 66 22
37 66 23
37 66 24
37 66 25
37 66 26
37 66 28
37 66 31
37 66 32
37 66 33
37 66 34
37 66 35
37 66 38
37 66 39
100
75
126
182
274
360
540

250 350 450 500 510
57 41
100 73
138 100
198 155
273 197
413 300
52 49
79 76
116 110
180 170
210 200
233 221
366 347
46
77
108
164
198
344
413
Type 37 .. .7/8/9

3.28
DYNAMIC PIPE CLAMP

OD 711.2 (ND 700)
Type 37 .. .1/2/3/4/5/6
Type
37 71 11
37 71 12
37 71 13
37 71 14
37 71 15
37 71 18
37 71 21
37 71 22
37 71 23
37 71 24
37 71 25
37 71 26
37 71 28
37 71 31
37 71 32
37 71 33
37 71 34
37 71 35
37 71 38
37 71 39
100
75
126
182
275
335
540

250 350 450 500 510
57 41
96 68
138 100
200 156
244 188
414 300
52 49
79 76
116 110
182 172
212 202
235 223
368 350
47
78
109
165
199
345
415
max.
530 560 C d1 Emax A
B1 F Load gr.
B
6
800 170 130 16
635
30
7
825 170 136 16
650
50
8
835 230 180 16
680
60
9
860 330 260 16
720
70
9
880 330 260 21
720
70
9
810 330 250 21
720
70
6
780 145 110 16
725
30
7
795 175 136 16
745
50
7
810 180 136 16
745
50
8
830 240 180 21
770
60
8
840 240 190 21
770
60
8
875 250 190 21
770
60
9
810 330 250 26
815
70
6
780 145 110 16
740
30
38 27
6
805 175 136 16
740
30
72 54
7
805 180 136 16
755
50
94 68
8
845 230 180 21
780
60
150 109
8
845 240 190 21
780
60
184 134
9
810 330 250 26
825
70
302 195
9
825 390 290 26
825
70
383 278
kg
53
75
124
211
240
325
58
85
110
177
215
240
390
59
84
109
173
215
385
475
max.
530 560 C d1 Emax A
B1 F Load gr.
B
6
665 850 170 130 16
30
7
680 875 170 136 16
50
8
710 885 230 180 16
60
9
750 910 330 260 16
70
9
750 930 330 260 21
70
9
750 935 330 260 21
70
9
750 860 330 250 21
70
6
760 830 145 110 16
30
7
775 845 175 136 16
50
7
775 860 180 136 16
50
8
800 880 240 180 21
60
8
800 925 250 190 21
60
9
845 860 330 250 26
70
6
765 830 145 110 16
30
38 28
6
765 855 175 136 16
30
73 53
7
780 855 180 136 16
50
95 69
8
805 895 230 180 21
60
151 110
8
805 895 240 190 21
60
185 135
9
850 860 330 250 26
70
305 197
9
850 875 390 290 26
70
385 280
kg
56
80
128
222
247
270
345
62
90
113
185
245
410
62
87
113
180
222
405
500
OD 762.0 (ND 750)
Type 37 .. .8/9
Type
37 76 11
37 76 12
37 76 13
37 76 14
37 76 15
37 76 16
37 76 18
37 76 21
37 76 22
37 76 23
37 76 24
37 76 26
37 76 28
37 76 31
37 76 32
37 76 33
37 76 34
37 76 35
37 76 38
37 76 39
100
75
125
182
280
335
400
540

250 350 450 500 510
56 41
100 70
138 100
216 156
244 188
300 236
414 300
51 49
79 76
116 110
182 173
236 223
370 350
47
78
109
166
200
347
417

3.29
DYNAMIC PIPE CLAMP

OD 812.8 (ND 800)
Type
37 81 11
37 81 12
37 81 13
37 81 14
37 81 15
37 81 16
37 81 18
37 81 21
37 81 22
37 81 23
37 81 24
37 81 26
37 81 28
37 81 31
37 81 32
37 81 33
37 81 34
37 81 35
37 81 38
37 81 39
100
74
125
181
280
335
400
540

250 350 450 500 510
56 40
100 71
137 100
215 156
244 188
300 235
413 300
51 49
79 76
116 110
182 173
236 224
370 350
47
78
110
166
201
350
420
max.
530 560 C d1 Emax A
B1 F Load gr.
B
6
905 170 130 16
700
30
7
925 170 136 16
715
50
8
935 230 180 16
745
60
9
960 330 260 16
785
70
9
980 330 260 21
785
70
9
985 330 260 21
785
70
9
910 330 250 21
785
70
6
880 145 110 16
790
30
7
895 175 136 16
805
50
7
910 180 136 16
805
50
8
930 240 180 21
830
60
8
975 250 190 21
830
60
9
910 330 250 26
875
70
6
880 145 110 16
790
30
38 28
6
905 175 136 16
790
30
73 54
7
910 180 136 16
805
50
95 69
8
945 230 180 21
830
60
153 107
8
945 240 190 21
830
60
186 135
9
910 330 250 26
875
70
306 198
9
925 390 290 26
875
70
387 280
kg
59
84
134
230
255
280
360
65
95
118
190
255
430
65
92
117
185
230
420
520
max.
530 560 C d1 Emax A
B1 F Load gr.
B
6
760 1005 170 130 16
30
7
775 1030 170 136 16
50
8
805 1040 230 180 16
60
9
845 1060 330 260 16
70
9
845 1080 330 260 21
70
9
845 1090 330 260 21
70
9
845 1010 330 250 21
70
6
985 145 110 16
840
30
7
995 175 136 16
855
50
7
855 1010 180 136 16
50
8
880 1030 240 180 21
60
8
880 1080 250 190 21
60
9
925 1010 330 250 26
70
9
925 1020 390 290 26
70
6
985 145 110 16
850
30
38 28
6
850 1005 175 136 16
30
73 54
7
865 1010 180 136 16
50
96 66
8
880 1045 230 180 21
60
149 97
8
880 1045 240 190 21
60
188 137
9
935 1010 330 250 26
70
307 200
9
935 1025 390 290 26
70
388 283
kg
66
93
144
240
270
295
390
72
103
125
200
270
460
555
73
101
126
195
240
455
570
Type 37 .. .1/2/3/4/5/6
OD 914.4 (ND 900)

Type
37 91 11
37 91 12
37 91 13
37 91 14
37 91 15
37 91 16
37 91 18
37 91 21
37 91 22
37 91 23
37 91 24
37 91 26
37 91 28
37 91 29
37 91 31
37 91 32
37 91 33
37 91 34
37 91 35
37 91 38
37 91 39
100
74
120
181
280
335
400
540

250 350 450 500 510
56 40
94 67
137 100
216 156
244 188
300 236
413 300
52 49
80 77
117 111
184 174
238 226
374 354
450 425
47
78
109
168
203
350
420
Type 37 .. .8/9

3.30
DYNAMIC PIPE CLAMPS

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
LISEGA dynamic pipe clamps are supplied
ready for installation complete with all the
nuts and bolts required.
It is recommended that units be stored only
in closed rooms. If storage in the open is
unavoidable, they must be protected from
dirt and moisture.
Type 36 .. .1/2/3
Prevention of twisting
To prevent the clamp from twisting, it is
recommended that a shear lug be welded
to the pipe (see also page 3.19).
The lug dimensions can be found in the
selection tables for dynamic clamps on
pages 3.21 3.30.
Type 36
This design has a solid upper yoke with integrated connection bracket and, depending on
the load range, one or two U-bolts with inlay
plate are provided.
Type 37
This is the heavier type for larger pipe diameters and higher loads. Normally, the
bracket type 35 is welded to the upper yoke.
If the bracket is supplied loose on customer
request, it must be welded on site following
the welding instructions on page 3.16. The
counterpart to the yoke consists of one or
two flat steel straps depending on load. The
straps are pinned to the yoke to make transport easier. For installation, the straps must
be removed from the forked blocks by loosening the pin connection. The yoke is
placed on the shear lug. From the opposite
side the flat steel strap is fitted into the bolton clevises, fixed with the pins and secured
by cotter pins. The clamp is then checked and
positioned as required.
Type 37 .. .1/2/3/4/5/6
Type 36 .. .4/5
For installation, remove the preassembled

U-bolts. Then place the yoke over the shear
lug. Reassemble the U-bolt and inlay from
the opposite side, tightening the nuts only
lightly at first. Then check and position the
clamp as required. Finally, the nuts can be
properly tightened and countered.
Type 37 .. .7/8/9
3.31
Finally the nuts are properly tightened. The

hex nuts must be locked in position by bending the tab washers to prevent unintentional loosing.
3.32
ENERGY ABSORBER
TYPE 32
A fully developed concept is

needed for the best possible protection of plant components
against pressure shocks. In the specific use
of the most appropriate components, safety
and economic efficiency need not exclude
each other.
Field of application
The field of application for LISEGA energy
absorbers lies roughly between the LISEGA
rigid struts and shock absorbers. Energy absorbers are used just like these components,
to suppress abrupt displacements in piping
or other components. In contrast to rigid
struts and shock absorbers, energy absorbers
are equipped with an adjustable free stroke
(0 30mm) allowing slight thermal movements without any resistance.
Conversion into deformation energy
After passing through the free stroke, possible
pressure shocks are absorbed by limiting
stops, and up to a defined load maximum
(nominal load) are transferred to the surrounding structure. Forces in excess of this or
peaks of force are converted into deformation
energy by the energy absorbers, rather than
loading the other attached components.
Piping displacements within the adjusted range
of the free stroke are acceptable, provided
that the permissible stresses are not thereby
exceeded. If necessary, corresponding proof
must be supplied. Special software and
advice can be offered if required.
Maintenance-free use
LISEGA energy absorbers are ideal for dealing
with small or negligible thermal movements
when connected components are to be protected from dynamic overload in a controlled
manner. The energy absorbers contain no
wear parts of any kind, and therefore require no maintenance.
Protection from water hammer
Energy absorbers are ideal for protecting
other connected components against possible water hammer.
3.33
Short lived but high magnitude fluid transient

loads can be compensated by smaller, defined
support loads. As a result, if energy absorbers are installed, any reinforcement of existing structures can be dispensed with.
In new constructions, the load limitation
permits a more economical use of steel right
from the start.
Replacement for box frame constructions
Energy absorbers are ideally suited to the
guidance and limitation of thermal movements. This way, not only are the usual and
often expensive box frame constructions not
required, but frictional forces between the
piping and the frame are also avoided.
Pipe whip restraint
An ideal application for energy absorbers is
as protection from pipe whip. When used in
angular arrangements, large forces can be
absorbed. The direction of defined lines of
force can be determined by the arrangement.
The advantage over U-bolt designs consists
in the far less restricted effective radius.
Energy absorber used instead of a dual guide.

The box frame can be dispensed with.
3
Replacement of shock absorbers
Where thermal movements are relatively small,
energy absorbers constitute an ideal replacement for earlier types of shock absorbers,
often prone to failure. In this way, costly
repairs and recurrent tests are avoided.
flange
special lug
Analysis of piping behavior

Where energy absorbers are used, the GAPP
program can be applied to perform seismic
and fluid transient analysis. GAPP allows
piping to displace within the permissible tolerance for the movements. For the load event,
the specific load limiting property of energy
absorbers is taken into account.
In response spectrum analyses, the program
reproduces an equivalent linear spring characteristic to approximate to the non-linear situation. When fluid transient analyses are performed, the program uses time history
methods.
short
extension
extension kit
type 33
To enable energy absorbers to be fitted to existing
connections, an assortment of special adaptors is
available besides the standard extension (type 33)
Development cooperation
The development of type 32 energy absorbers is the result of specific and successful
cooperation between SARGENT & LUNDY, a
leading American engineering company, and
LISEGA.
SARGENT & LUNDY also created the calculation software, or GAPP program. Both this
prog-ram and the energy absorbers themselves have been rigorously tested by the
American NRC (Nuclear Reactor Commission),
and approved for use in nuclear power stations.
The unique capacity of the energy absorber to take up and convert kinetic energy
brings the user valuable benefits:
limitation of dynamic loads for attached
components
lighter steel constructions enabled
no need to strengthen auxiliary
structures
small installation dimensions minimize
danger of interference
thermal piping movement not impeded
no maintenance required due to
absence of wear parts
no recurrent testing required
simple installation via length
adjustment
3.34
ENERGY ABSORBERS TYPE 32

INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS
free stroke adjustment

total length adjustment
indicator for absorbed energy

min. thread engagement
free stroke (compression)
When the nominal load is exceeded, the increased force and

movement is converted into deformation energy.
Maximum deformation travel

in the direction of tension and
compression.
Dimensions at the midpoint of

free strokes t1/t2, and a length
adjustment of A dimension.
When changing t2, E dimension
is either reduced or increased.
Order details:
Energy absorber
type 32 .. 16
t1= t2= mm
with two weld-on brackets
type 35 .. ..
Marking:
3.35
Type
32 18 16
32 38 16
32 42 16
32 52 16
32 62 16
32 72 16
32 82 16
32 92 16
Nom.load
(kN)
3
8
18
46
100
200
350
550
s
t1
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
6.5
9.5
12.5
0-20
0-22
0-25
0-25
0-25
0-28
0-30
free stroke (tension)
D
d3
0-20 56
0-22 60
0-25 80
0-25 115
0-25 130
0-28 195
0-30 250
10
12
15
20
30
50
60
t2
Individual use
The standard designs shown in the table do
not show the full scope of supply possibilities.
LISEGA can adapt the products to the special
requirements of the user.
E
8550
300
9550
355
440 12575
490 15075
575 16575
715 17575
945 22575
on demand
SG
18
50
58
65
100
130
165
15
20
22.5
30
45
60
75
9
10
12
16
22
35
44
Weight
(kg)
0.8
1.8
3.6
11.5
18.5
47.0
105.0
This especially relates to applications where

load and stroke exceed standard parameters.
ENERGY ABSORBER
MODE OF OPERATION
free stroke (compression)
free stroke (tension)

wedge B
total length adjustment

free stroke adjustment H
The unit consists of an austenitic outer sleeve

(A) with a defined undersize, into which
tapered bronze disks (B) have been force
fitted. The outer sleeve is closed off with a
base plate (C), onto which the connection
lug (D) is attached. Forces are transferred
throughout the whole unit by the stops (E)
and the shaft (F).
is required, using the adjustment device (H).

Corresponding procedures are repeatable up
to a maximum deformation travel (s).
Installation
The energy absorbers correspond to the
load groups in Product Group 3 (dynamic
components) and are correspondingly load
and connection compatible with other
connection components of this product
group. Attention is drawn to the notices on
pages 3.3 and 3.15 to 3.16.
Functional qualification
The LISEGA energy absorbers have undergone
a stringent test program to prove their functional reliability. Adequate safety margins
have been proven by numerous dynamic
and static loading tests.
load F / kN
MODE OF OPERATION
An energy absorber works via an adjustable
free stroke that absorbs thermal movements.
The adjustment of this free stroke can be
made in the range of 25 mm (for a medium
sized design). Within this range the pipe is
free to move without resistance. Dynamic
shocks, on the other hand, are limited in
their movement by stops. The resulting forces
are transferred to the surrounding structures
up to the given nominal load, and when
above that, are transformed into deformation energy by the energy absorber. This
has the effect of providing a controlled protection from overload for the attached components.
indicator for absorbed energy G
-3
In the event of a dynamic force exceeding

the insertion force of the tapered disks
(nominal load), the disk affected is driven
forward and leads to an expansion of the
sleeve. This way, the excess forces are kept
clear of the attachment structures via conversion into deformation energy. If such a
process has occurred, the advance of the
tapered disk affected can be read off on the
indicator rod (G). For further use of the energy absorber, only a corresponding readjustment of the free stroke for the new position
-2
-1
50
30
10
-10
stroke s / mm
-30
-50
Tested load/travel characteristics on oscillating loadings
nominal load.
3.36
RIGID STRUTS
TYPE 39
In modern support concepts,
rigid struts play an important role in the optimum
support system under all
operating conditions.
Secure and reliable positioning is a key element in
its operational safety and
long life.
Tasks
LISEGA rigid struts type 39 have a number
of important functions for the operational
safety of piping systems:
Absorption of shocks from unexpected
load events. (See page 3.1)
Guidance of pipe systems to control
direction of calculated thermal displacement direction.
Stabilization of flexible pipe systems by
fixing the so-called zero positions.
LISEGA rigid struts differ from ordinary

designs by offering the following
advantages:
length adjustable by left hand / right
hand threads
no welding
Design of axial stops

(movable fixed points).
secure locking of joints due to fine

threads
Mode of operation
Rigid struts form rigid connections with ball
bushings between the piping and structure.
No restriction is placed on the limited movement of the pipe within the angular displacement of the strut. Any movement in the axial
direction of the strut is suppressed.
favorable performance weight ratios
Design
The struts consist of a rigid body with a ball
bushing joint as a connection at both ends.
The structural attachment is formed by a weldon bracket type 35 (see page 3.8). The connection to the piping is formed by the appropriate dynamic clamp type 36 / 37 (see pages
3.21 - 3.30).
The body is made from a tube tapered at the
ends by forging. The shape corresponds to
the flux of force, and allows a favorable performance/ weight ratio. Welding has been
completely dispensed with. The connections
are designed as ball bushing joints with
turnbuckle function having left hand / right
hand threads and enable a
length adjustment in
a range of
150 or
300 mm. Flat
faces are forged on the
body to allow a proper use of
wrench and facilitate length adjustments
in the installed condition. Fine threads are
used on the ball bushing joints to ensure
secure locking.
3.37
The strut bodies are manufactured in standard lengths. This way, LISEGA rigid struts
are available from stock, TV qualification
tested and ASME qualified.
qualification tested by independent

authority
3
Material:
Joints
P250GH / C45E + QT /
S355J2G3
Tube
P235G11TH / P355T1
minimum thread engagement
ball bushing joint

right hand thread
Type
39 2. .4
39 3. .4
39 4. .4
39 5. .4
39 6. .4
39 7. .4
39 8. .4
39 9. .3
39 0. .3
Nom. load
(kN)
4
8
18
46
100
200
350
550
1000
left hand thread
D
30
38
42
60
82
120
150
210
280
38
43
57
61
83
102
115
115
159
d3
10
12
15
20
30
50
60
70
100
E
min
300
300
300
400
400
500
750
800
1000
E
max
1900
2150
2400
2400
2900
3400
3400
3650
4150
SW1
SW2
27
32
36
60
60
70
95
110
155
32
36
46
50
70
85
100
100
135
SG
9
10
12
16
22
35
44
49
70
Minimum engagement marked

with groove in thread.
Width of ball bushing

Has to be completed with
length indication (4th and 5th digit

of type number, see page 3.39)
The rigid strut with right/lefthand threads can be length

adjusted like a turnbuckle
Shorter E dimensions are available as a special design
Tube 115 up to E-middle =

2750, spanner width 100
Tube 127 from E-middle =
2750, spanner width 110
Order details:
Rigid strut type 39 .. ..
3.38
RIGID STRUTS
TYPE 39
Selection
When selecting rigid struts from the following
tables, the following should be observed:
If the intersection is below the dividing

line, it is a case of an overlength with
reduced load which must be checked in
the table on page 3.40 for conformity
with the given operating load.
1. The given operating load must be covered

by the nominal load.
5. For ordering, the type number must be

completed at the 3rd digit with the number
of the load group.
2. The nominal load determines the load

group at the same time.
3. The suitable adjustment range must be
selected for the given installation length.
4. The weight is shown at the intersection
of load group and adjustment range.
Permissible load and weights
Nom. load (kN)
Nom. load (kN)
4
Type
39 .0 34
39 .0 44
39 .0 54
39 .0 74
39 .0 84
39 .1 04
39 .1 24
39 .1 54
39 .1 74
39 .2 04
39 .2 24
39 .2 54
39 .2 74
39 .3 04
39 .3 24
39 .3 54
39 .3 74
39 .4 04
39 .4 24
39 .4 54
39 .4 74
39 .5 04
Adjustmentrange
300 - 450
400 - 550
500 - 650
600 - 900
750 - 900
850 - 1150
1100 - 1400
1350 - 1650
1600 - 1900
1850 - 2150
2100 - 2400
2350 - 2650
2600 - 2900
2850 - 3150
3100 - 3400
3350 - 3650
3600 - 3900
3850 - 4150
4100 - 4400
4350 - 4650
4600 - 4900
4850 - 5150
18
46
200
350
550
E-middle
The type designation has to

be completed in the 3rd digit by
the load group.
Type
42
46
56
65
75
85
94
104
114
123
133
143
152
162
172
181
191
200
39 .083
39 .093
39 .103
39 .113
39 .123
39 .133
39 .123
39 .153
39 .173
39 .203
39 .223
39 .253
39 .273
39 .303
39 .323
39 .353
39 .373
39 .403
39 .423
39 .453
39 .473
39 .503
39 .523
39 .553
39 .573
39 .603
Weight (kg)
375 1.3
475 1.7
575 2.0
750 2.4
825
1000 3.2
1250 4.0
1500 4.9
1750 5.8
2000 (6.6)
2250 (7.5)
2500
2750
3000
3250
3500
3750
4000
4250
4500
4750
5000
1.9
2.3
2.7
3.1
2.7
3.4
4,0
6,3
4.2
5.2
6.3
7.5
8.5
(9.5)
(11 )
8.0
9.5
11
13
14
16
18
19
(21)
(22)
(24)
6.4
7.1
8.0
10
12
14
16
17
19
21
23
(25)
(27)
(29)
(31)
1000
Load group
Load group
lengths at reduced loads

see page 3.40
number in ( ) slenderness ratio
150 200
3.39
100
9.5
11
12
16
20
24
28
32
36
40
44
48
52
56
60
(64)
(68)
(72)
(76)
18
21
27
33
39
45
51
57
64
70
76
82
89
95
101
107
113
119
(126)
Adjustment9
0
E-middle
range
Weight (kg)
875 68
800 - 950
975 72
900 - 1050
175
1075 77
1000 - 1150
183
1175
1100 - 1250
191
1275
1200 - 1350
200
1375
1300 - 1450
1250 87
1100 - 1400
212
1500 100
1350 - 1650
236
1750 114
1600 - 1900
260
2000 128
1850 - 2150
284
2250 142
2100 - 2400
308
2500 156
2350 - 2650
332
2750 169
2600 - 2900
355
3000 183
2850 - 3150
379
3250 241
3100 - 3400
403
3500 259
3350 - 3650
427
3750 277
3600 - 3900
450
4000 295
3850 - 4150
475
4250 313
4100 - 4400
500
4500 331
4350 - 4650
525
4750 349
4600 - 4900
545
5000 368
4850 - 5150
570
5250 385
5100 - 5400
595
5500 (403)
5350 - 5650
620
5750 (420)
5600 - 5900
640
6000
5850 - 6150
3
Table of permissible normal loads at normal / excess lengths
1000
1000
800
600
500
400
300
800
390..3
600
500
The adjacent diagram indicates the reduced load values

as against nominal load that
are to be considered in the
event of overlengths.
399..3
400
300
398..4
200
200
397..4
100
100
80
396..4
80
60
50
40
30
60
50
40
395..4
30
20
20
394..4
10
10
8
6
5
4
8
393..4
6
5
4
3
load (kN)
392..4
2
1
2000
3000
4000
5000
6000
length (mm)
broken line: slenderness ratio: 150 200
Stock of rigid struts
Angled arrangement of rigid struts
3.40
PIPE WHIP RESTRAINTS
Pipe whip restraints

One speciality in the area of dynamic pipe
supports is the pipe whip restraint. Alongside
the energy absorber type 32, which provides
the optimum solution to this problem, a
U-bolt design for specially large loads has
proven to be highly successful.
Pipe whip restraints are exclusively used in
the nuclear industry. They dampen and absorb
the kinetic energy of bursting pipes in emergency cases. For this purpose, the elongation capacity of the encompassing U-bolts is
used, as they are designed to absorb the
expected dynamic loads.
3.41
Pipe whip restraints have safety-related significance and are subject to the highest demands in quality, design and manufacture.
As a large scale supplier to the latest generation of nuclear plants, LISEGA has successfully proven its qualification to supply this
specific design.

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SHOCK ABSORBERS, ENERGY ABSORBERS,

SHOCK ABSORBERS, ENERGY ABSORBERS (E-BARS),

Recommendations for use __________________________________________3.3

Weld-on brackets, type 35__________________________________________3.8

Mode of operation, type 30, type 31________________________________3.11

Shock absorbers, function tests ____________________________________3.14

Dynamic pipe clamps, type 36, type 37 _____________________________3.19

Energy absorbers (E-Bar), type 32 __________________________________3.33

Pipe whip restraints ______________________________________________3.41

Product group 3 components

A Internal excitation, such as:

pressure shocks from valve operation

The LISEGA Product Group 3 includes the

B External excitation, such as:

Components affected can be:

Diagram of an operating basis earthquake (O.B.E.)

Shock absorbers, type 30, 31

Through the special function of the shock

Rigid struts, type 39

7. The installation drawings should clearly

The most frequent causes of

piston rod cover

Nom. load Emergency

See Technical Specifications, table Permissible

Usual design load for earthquakes and similar load

 When exchanging other products, the connection

Nom. load Emergency

See Technical Specifications, table Permissible

Type 31 shock absorbers are

Emin = piston rod retracted

LISEGA shock absorbers type 31

min. thread engagement

lug with ball bushing

Installation dimensions greater than E max on load

Order details: Weld-on bracket, type 35 .. ..

This unit is used as a connection for shock absorbers

Fit: bore H7, pin f8.

Flange for connecting to existing

Special lugs with length adjustment

SHOCK ABSORBERS TYPE 30, 31

Specified function values

The data conforms to international standards and practical requirements.

Piston rod travel Sa (lost motion)

Bypass velocity at FN and Rt

travel range 8 100 mm, travel range 2 150 mm,

Measured at a constant piston speed of appr. 0.3 mm/s. Breakaway

Rt = Room temperature. At ambient temperature of 150C (short

 If required, Sa can be increased to  0.5 mm by conforming to other

performance data (KTA 3205.3).

force is kept at less than 1.5 of given values.

Force travel diagram

Force and travel amplitudes

Actual performance in relation to normal load

SHOCK ABSORBERS, TYPE 30, 31

The specified values have been confirmed by German TV qualification

short term max. 1h/temp. cycle

Wet steam atmosphere

105J/kg (107 rad)

Loading due to environmental

Optimum testing is achieved by using computer

The values cited above refer to a shock

absorbers endure these loads while

Test area for shock absorbers at the Zeven

When exchanging other products, the connection

If required, Sa can be increased to 0.5 mm by conforming to other