Working Principles

The KONI Performance Line dampers operate according a two-direction oil flow through the piston. The construction of the damper is such that the damping forces during the extension and compression stroke are symmetrical.

During the extension stroke the damping is performed by a valve stack below the piston, while during the compression stroke the valve stack on top of the piston creates the desired damping forces.

The dampers are provided with a blow-off at higher damper speeds. This blow-off limits the maximum forces created by severe track conditions.

This feature results in increased passenger comfort and protects both the damper as well as the vehicle brackets from excessive forces.