The two-piece SNAPLOC® fastening system consists of a ball stud and a coupling for quick assembly and is based on the principle of a simple snap connection or plug-in connection.
The two-piece SNAPLOC® fastening system consists of a ball stud and a coupling for quick assembly and is based on the principle of a simple snap connection or plug-in connection.
Two-piece design, for easy assembly. When the ball stud snaps into the ball socket inside the coupling, a tolerance‑compensating, vibration and noise‑decoupling joint is formed.
SNAPLOC® can be used in many different sectors, for example in plant engineering for extraction ducts in rolling mills, in filtration systems for attaching the filter frames, or in crane building for cab housings.
Decoupling SNAPLOC® plug‑in connections are also widely used in the automotive industry.
There are many good reasons for using our products.
Strength and options.
Point by point.
A simple principle for complex requirements: push together to join, pull apart to release.
Low vibration and noise. Vibrations are not transmitted from one component to the other.
Simple and economical. With only two parts – ball stud and coupling – SNAPLOC® simplifies production processes.
More design freedom. With the right fastening options for every application.
Completely unobtrusive. SNAPLOC® fasteners can be integrated into the component design.
A ball stud, a coupling – the simple principle behind SNAPLOC® plug‑in connections provides a perfect fit combined with simultaneous vibration decoupling. Inside the coupling a ball socket is formed, in which the ball stud can snap into.
The coupling of the plug‑in connection is mounted on the base of the component in the fitting provided and held in a closed‑form. Depending on the design, the ball stud can be screwed, bonded or clipped onto the corresponding component. Joining occurs easily by plugging in and disassembly by pulling apart.
The ball studs are made of high-quality plastics, such as PA6, PA66 or PPA containing 30 % or 50 % glass fibres. The forces to be transmitted in the connection are restricted by the couplings. In addition, a ball stud made of plastics offers the advantages of thermal and electrical insulation.
Depending on the thermal and mechanical requirements, as well as fluid resistance, we select the appropriate materials. Crosslinked elastomers/rubber or thermoplastic elastomers are used in injection moulding.
For more information and comparisons of TPE classes, please refer to the SNAPLOC® product catalogue (4350) in the “Downloads” area.
Find out more: related downloads.
If you would like to know more, simply download the relevant brochures.
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SNAPLOC® Vibration and noise decoupling plug-in connections
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