DiversiTech builds each pad style for a different trade-off between weight, cost, and stability:
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Pad Type |
Material |
Best For |
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UltraLite |
Lightweight proprietary concrete |
Standard residential and light-commercial condensers, concrete's stability without full poured-concrete weight |
|
E-Lite / plastic |
Molded plastic or composite |
Lightest option, easiest to carry and place, corrosion-resistant in wet or coastal locations |
|
Standard concrete |
Poured or precast concrete |
Larger commercial units and installations needing maximum ballast weight |
|
Anti-vibration (MP series, ISO-18) |
Ribbed rubber or cork-rubber composite |
Placed under or between the unit and pad to absorb vibration and reduce operating noise |
Work through these factors before ordering:
|
Factor |
What to Check |
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Size and load capacity |
The pad footprint and rated weight capacity need to match or exceed your unit's base dimensions and weight |
|
Material type |
Plastic/composite for lightweight and corrosion resistance; concrete or UltraLite for maximum stability |
|
Installation surface |
Confirm whether the pad sits on soil, gravel, or an existing concrete slab |
|
Weather exposure |
Coastal or high-moisture locations favor corrosion-resistant plastic or composite pads |
|
Application type |
Residential mini splits need less footprint than commercial package units or industrial equipment |
Nearly every equipment pad in this collection is DiversiTech, the manufacturer whose UltraLite and E-Lite lines have become the pads most HVAC contractors specify by name rather than by generic description. Sticking with one established manufacturer across pad styles means consistent sizing and load ratings, so you can mix plastic, concrete, and anti-vibration pads on the same job without guessing at compatibility. For other HVAC accessories and supplies, browse our HVAC Parts & Supplies collection.