What is the Flex-Loc SE135 anti-vibration mounting?
The Paulstra Flex-Loc SE135 is a chloroprene anti-vibration fixing element designed to connect two components while reducing the transmission of vibrations and structure-borne noise.
Resistant to oils, many solvents and ageing, it is particularly suitable for lightweight equipment requiring a simple, compact and quick-to-install fixing solution.
How does the Flex-Loc SE135 work?
Depending on the mounting configuration, the elastomer can operate in several directions:
- in compression in the axial direction;
- in shear in the radial direction;
- in compression/shear when the mounting combines both types of loading.
This design allows the Flex-Loc to provide both equipment fixing and isolation from vibrations transmitted to the supporting structure.
What are the advantages of the Flex-Loc SE135?
✅ Vibration attenuation: up to 80% depending on operating conditions.
✅ Quick installation: the element fits directly into the dedicated mounting hole.
✅ Lightweight and economical solution: a simple anti-vibration fixing requiring minimal installation space.
✅ Resistant chloroprene: good resistance to oils, many solvents and ageing.
What applications is the Flex-Loc suitable for?
Flex-Loc elements are suitable for fixing sheet metal, frames, motors, fans, electronic equipment and IT equipment. They help reduce the transmission of structure-borne noise between the equipment and its support.
How to choose your Flex-Loc SE135?
The choice of reference mainly depends on the mounting hole diameter, the thickness of the plates to be assembled and the loads applied to the mounting.
- Diameter: select the reference suitable for mounting hole diameter Ø B.
- Thickness: comply with the specified G thickness range for the plates.
- Load: take into account the mounting configuration and the compression or shear loads.
- Tightening: comply with the specified torque to avoid excessive stress on the elastomer.
What are the dimensions of the Flex-Loc SE135?
The diagram below identifies the different dimensions used to select the correct reference.
![Paulstra Flex-Loc SE135 dimensional drawing]()
| Paulstra Ref. |
Barry Controls Ref. |
Nut |
Ø A (mm) |
Ø B (mm) |
C (mm) |
D (mm) |
E (mm) |
F (mm) |
| 53090903 |
Q3 |
M3 |
9 |
7.2 |
3.4 |
9 |
2.5 |
8 |
| 53090904 |
Q4 |
M4 |
12 |
9.3 |
4.4 |
11.5 |
3 |
10.5 |
| 53090905 |
Q5 |
M5 |
15 |
10.2 |
5.4 |
14.5 |
3.5 |
13 |
| 53090906 |
Q6 |
M6 |
18 |
12.7 |
6.4 |
17 |
4 |
15 |
| 53090907 |
Q8 |
M8 |
24 |
16.5 |
8.4 |
22 |
5 |
19.5 |
Barry Controls references are provided for information only.
How to install a Flex-Loc SE135?
The Flex-Loc can be installed in different configurations so that the elastomer operates in compression, shear or a combination of both.
![Paulstra Flex-Loc SE135 mounting configurations]()
| Reference |
Mounting Hole Ø B (mm) |
Thickness G (mm) |
Torque I (Nm) |
Torque II / III (Nm) |
Load I (daN) |
Compression II / III (daN) |
Shear II / III (daN) |
| 53090903 |
7.2 to 7.5 |
0.6 to 2.5 |
0.5 |
0.4 |
1 |
5 |
2.5 |
| 53090904 |
9.3 to 9.6 |
0.8 to 3.3 |
0.6 |
0.5 |
1 |
7 |
3.5 |
| 53090905 |
10.2 to 10.5 |
0.8 to 4.3 |
1 |
0.6 |
1.5 |
10 |
5 |
| 53090906 |
12.7 to 13 |
1.5 to 5 |
3.5 |
0.9 |
3 |
14 |
7 |
| 53090907 |
16.5 to 16.8 |
1.5 to 6.5 |
4 |
1.8 |
5 |
28 |
14 |
For mounting configuration I, the indicated static load corresponds to combined compression/shear loading. For mounting configurations II and III, compression and shear loads are specified separately.
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