Parker MC6450-3 Male Button Shock Absorber 2.91 in Stroke

Product Description

The PARKER MC6450-3 is a male button-style hydraulic shock absorber designed to decelerate and cushion moving loads in industrial automation and motion control applications. Built with a steel rod and steel body finished in black oxide, this unit features a 0.75 inch rod diameter, a 2.5 inch outside diameter, and a 2.91 inch stroke length. The overall length is 8.85 inches with a compressed length of 1.91 inches. It threads in via a 2-1/2-12 thread and is rated for operating temperatures between 10 degrees F and 150 degrees F. Mechanical maintenance technicians and automation engineers typically specify and install this component in machine tool, conveyor, and actuator end-stop applications.

This shock absorber is suited for industrial machinery where controlled deceleration of moving masses is required at end-of-travel positions. Typical installations include pneumatic and hydraulic cylinder end stops, pick-and-place equipment, linear slides, and automated assembly machinery. The male button contact face allows direct contact with moving workpieces or tooling fixtures without additional hardware. Compressed air and hydraulic cylinder OEMs, as well as MRO maintenance teams, commonly install this part during machine builds or as a direct replacement on existing equipment.

Key Features

• Male button absorber type provides direct contact deceleration without additional end caps or adapters
• 0.75 inch rod diameter with 2.91 inch stroke for substantial energy absorption travel
• Steel rod and steel body construction for durability in industrial environments
• Black oxide finish offers corrosion resistance in typical shop and factory conditions
• 2-1/2-12 thread size for secure mounting into standard threaded bores and brackets
• Operating temperature range of 10 degrees F to 150 degrees F suits most indoor industrial environments

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or new-installation shock absorber for industrial automation systems requiring a male button-style unit with 2-1/2-12 thread mounting and a 0.75 inch rod diameter.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by qualified mechanical or automation technicians. De-energize all pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical circuits and relieve system pressure before removing or installing this component. Use appropriate thread sealant or locking compound as required by the equipment manufacturer, and verify thread engagement is adequate before returning the system to service. Confirm operating load and cycle rate are within the absorber's rated capacity before commissioning.