Comprehensive Guide to Selecting Parker LORD Products for Aerospace & Defense Applications
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1. Low Profile LORD Avionics Mounts (AM Series)
Low Profile LORD Avionics Mounts represent the foundation of modern aircraft electronics protection, offering a sophisticated solution for isolating sensitive avionics equipment from harmful vibration and shock.
These mounts, developed through decades of aerospace engineering experience, combine compact design with exceptional performance characteristics to protect critical navigation systems, radar components, and other sensitive electronics.
The AM Series has become an industry standard, trusted by major aircraft manufacturers and defense contractors worldwide for its reliability, precise performance metrics, and broad temperature range capabilities.
Purpose
- Primary use: Protection of sensitive avionics equipment
- Applications: Inertial guidance systems, navigation systems, radar components
- Environment: All types of aircraft
Key Features
The LORD AM Series mounts incorporate several critical design elements that make them ideal for avionics applications in demanding aerospace environments. These features ensure reliable performance across a wide range of operating conditions and loading scenarios. Select AM Series mounts when these specific performance characteristics align with your application requirements.
- Temperature range: -65°F to +300°F (BTR Silicone)
- Compact, high-load capacity
- Excellent resonant control
- Linear deflection characteristics
Series Selection Guide
The LORD AM Series offers multiple load capacity options to accommodate various equipment weights and mounting configurations. Each series is precisely engineered for specific load ranges, allowing designers to select the optimal mount for their application. Choose the appropriate series based on your specific load requirements while maintaining a 20% safety margin.
- LORD AM-001: For loads up to 0.5 lb
- LORD AM-002: For loads up to 1 lb
- LORD AM-003: For loads up to 4.5 lb
- LORD AM-004: For loads up to 4 lb
- LORD AM-005: For loads up to 6 lb
- LORD AM-006: For loads up to 10 lb
- LORD AM-007: For loads up to 15 lb
- LORD AM-008: For loads up to 20 lb
- LORD AM-009: For loads up to 25 lb
See the comparison table below of the key specifications for the LORD AM Series mounts:
All mounts operate in a temperature range of -65°F to +300°F (-54°C to +149°C) for BTR silicone and -40°F to +300°F (-40°C to +149°C) for BTR II silicone.
When to Use
LORD AM Series mounts are specifically designed for critical applications where space, performance, and reliability are paramount concerns. These applications represent the most common and effective use cases for these specialized mounts. Always verify environmental conditions match these ideal use cases before specifying AM Series mounts.
- High-performance aircraft requiring compact isolation
- Applications needing all-attitude performance
- Situations requiring high temperature resistance
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2. LORD Miniature Mounts
In the evolving landscape of aerospace electronics, where miniaturization continues to drive innovation, LORD Miniature Mounts play a crucial role in protecting increasingly compact yet sophisticated components.
These specialized mounts address the unique challenges of isolating small, lightweight equipment while maintaining the rigorous performance standards demanded by aerospace applications. With multiple series options designed to handle various load requirements, these mounts excel in applications where space constraints are as critical as performance requirements.
Purpose
- Protection of lightweight electronic components
- Circuit board isolation
- Small equipment protection
Types and Applications
Each type of LORD miniature mount is engineered for specific load ranges and operating conditions, providing targeted solutions for different electronic components. These carefully designed variations ensure optimal performance across a range of applications. Select the appropriate type based on your specific load requirements and environmental conditions.
LORD MAA Series
- Loads: 0.5-1.5 lb
- Best for: Very small electronic components
- Features: Compact design, high isolation efficiency
LORD MGN/MGS Series
- Loads: 1-4 lb
- Applications: General electronics isolation
- Temperature range: -40°F to +180°F
LORD MCB Series
- Loads: 0.75-10 lb
- Special feature: Center-bonded design
- Best for: Precise motion control
See a breakdown below of key details and differences between the series:
When to Use
LORD miniature mounts serve specialized roles in protecting sensitive electronic components where space is limited and precise isolation is critical. These applications represent ideal scenarios where miniature mounts provide maximum benefit. Consider these use cases as primary indicators for miniature mount specification.
- Space-constrained applications
- Individual component isolation
- Light-weight equipment protection
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5. LORD BTR Mounts(Broad Temperature Range)
LORD BTR Mounts represent the pinnacle of environmental adaptability in aerospace isolation technology. Developed specifically for applications where temperature extremes pose significant challenges, these mounts maintain consistent performance characteristics across an exceptionally wide temperature range.
This specialized series addresses the demanding requirements of high-performance aircraft, missile systems, and spacecraft where reliable operation under extreme conditions is non-negotiable.
Purpose
- Protection in extreme environments
- Critical application isolation
- High-performance requirements
Series Types
LORD BTR mounts are available in multiple series to accommodate different load requirements and mounting configurations. Each series is designed for specific load ranges and installation scenarios. Select the appropriate series based on your load requirements and mounting constraints.
- LORD HT0: 1-7 lb capacity
- LORD HT1: 10-20 lb capacity
- LORD HT2: 23-100 lb capacity
- LORD HTC: 110-150 lb capacity
More information about the series:
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Key Features
LORD BTR mounts incorporate critical design elements that enable them to perform in extreme environments and demanding applications. These features ensure reliable performance across challenging operating conditions. Consider these characteristics when evaluating BTR mounts for your application.
- Temperature range: -65°F to +300°F
- Low amplification at resonance
- All-attitude mounting capability
When to Use
LORD BTR mounts are specifically designed for applications where environmental conditions and performance requirements exceed standard mount capabilities. These applications represent ideal scenarios where BTR mounts provide maximum benefit. Verify your application requirements align with these recommended use cases.
- Extreme temperature environments
- Critical equipment protection
- High-performance aircraft applications
6. LORD Pedestal Mounts(PS Series)
LORD Pedestal Mounts combine robust protection capabilities with a low-profile design that makes them invaluable in modern aerospace applications. The LORD PS Series offers a unique approach to electronic equipment protection, utilizing advanced dampening technologies and precise engineering to achieve excellent isolation characteristics while minimizing space requirements.
Here's a table summarizing the key specifications of the LORD PS Series mounts:
Note: All models feature BTR elastomer with operating temperature range of -65°F to +300°F (-54°C to +149°C)
These mounts have proven particularly effective in applications where height constraints must be considered alongside isolation performance.
Purpose
- Protection of delicate electronic equipment
- Shock and vibration isolation
- Low-profile applications
Features
LORD pedestal mounts incorporate specific design elements that make them effective for protecting sensitive electronic equipment in aerospace applications. These features work together to provide reliable performance in demanding conditions. Consider these characteristics when evaluating pedestal mounts.
- Load capacity: 8-60 lb
- Maximum amplification: 2.5-4
- Temperature range: -65°F to +300°F
Applications
LORD pedestal mounts serve critical roles in protecting electronic equipment across various aerospace and defense platforms. These applications represent common scenarios where pedestal mounts provide optimal protection. Verify your requirements align with these typical uses.
- Aircraft electronics
- Missile systems
- Spacecraft equipment
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Maintenance Considerations
The long-term performance and reliability of mounting systems depend heavily on proper maintenance practices and regular inspection protocols. A well-designed maintenance program helps identify potential issues before they become critical failures and ensures that mounts continue to perform within specified parameters throughout their service life.
Understanding maintenance requirements during the design phase helps engineers develop mounting solutions that not only meet performance requirements but also support practical maintenance schedules and procedures. This proactive approach to maintenance helps maximize system reliability while minimizing downtime and replacement costs.
Inspection Points
Regular inspection of mounted systems is essential for ensuring continued performance and early detection of potential issues. These inspection points provide a comprehensive framework for evaluating mount condition and performance over time. Incorporate these points into your regular maintenance schedule to maintain optimal mount performance.
- Visual inspection
- Load verification
- Clearance checks
- Hardware integrity
- Environmental exposure
- Performance verification
- Wear assessment
- Documentation review
Replacement Criteria
Understanding when to replace mounts is crucial for maintaining system safety and performance over time. These criteria provide clear indicators for when mount replacement should be considered or is necessary. Monitor these factors regularly and plan replacements before mount failure occurs.
- Visible damage
- Performance degradation
- Environmental exposure limits
- Age considerations
- Loading history
- Maintenance schedule
- System requirements
- Safety regulations
