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Vibration Isolation Platform - VIP320 Series
Rectangular shaped Platforms with three of four Vibration Isolation Bearings. The Platform is available in the following sizes: 12” x 18” (30cm x 46cm), 16” x 16” (41 x 41), 18” x 24” (46 x 61), and 24” x 30” (61 x 76). For each of these platform sizes, there exists a specific part number that should be selected depending upon the weight of the instrument to be isolated.
PDF Download: VIP320 – Part Number System
In order to select the correct part number, you will need to know the weight of the instrument to be isolated and the plan dimensions of the base of the instrument.
Understanding the Part Number System
The Vistek PN system is very simple. Once you understand it, it will be easy to select the correct part number from the Size Selection Chart.
Sample PN: VIP320-1616-1570 |
| VIP320 |
This alphanumeric designation tells you the product classification and series; “VIP” for Vibration Isolation Platform in this example, and this is the Series 320. |
| 1616 |
These numbers designate the plate plan dimensions; 16” x 16” in this example. |
| 1570 |
These numbers designate the payload range that the platform will isolate; 15 to 70 lbs in this example. |
The Size Selection Chart is printed in an organized manner in categories determined first by the plate dimensions of the platform plate size. Within the plate dimension categories, numerous part numbers can be selected depending upon the weight of the instrument to be isolated. |
Step No. One |
| Determine the plan dimensions of the smallest plate that the instrument will fit onto. The VIP320 series is available in the following plate sizes: 12” x 18”, 16” x 16”, 18” x 24”, and 24” x 30”. |
Step No. Two |
From the Size Selection Chart, select a platform with the proper plate dimensions that has a payload range that brackets the weight of the instrument to be isolated. If you have more than one choice, then select the platform with a payload range such that the weight of the instrument will fall closest to the middle of the payload range.
Example - Microscope weighs 60 lbs., and the footprint of the base is 11” x 15”.
You can select either a 12” x 18” or a 16’ x16” plate. You should select either the VIP320-1218-3080 or the VIP320-1616-2580. |
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