How LABA7’s Damper Test System is Shaking Up the Market

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LABA7 explains how an electromagnetically-actuated damper test system generates enhanced accuracy and control for a vital aspect of racecar set-up

Lithuania is not the first country that springs to mind when you think about motorsport. Its most famous contribution is probably the Palanga 1006km, an unusual sportscar race held on a closed public highway that today features GT3 cars. However, dig a little deeper, and it becomes clear that the Baltic nation has quietly become home to a rising star in suspension testing: LABA7.

The company, based in the capital city, Vilnius, has already made a name for itself as a specialist in high quality suspension testing and servicing tools. Established in 2018 to develop and deliver high quality equipment such as Scotch-Yoke dynos, spring rate testers, corner weight scales and suspension bleeders, it is now disrupting the market further with its new electromagnetic-actuated damper test system, the EMA, which promises to raise the bar in terms of suspension testing technology. Combining cutting-edge technology, affordability, and a user-friendly design, the EMA delivers superior performance and value.

Precision testing

One of the EMA’s most innovative features is the integration of its control unit and data logger into a single board. This design allows the system to sample test results at an impressive 20kHz, avoiding possible phase shifts and ensuring data accuracy. The EMA controls electromagnetic motors and records data with precision down to a nearly imperceptible 50nm, detecting even the smallest changes in damper performance.

For motorsport teams, where every millisecond counts, having a testing system that delivers precise, repeatable results is invaluable. LABA7’s EMA is designed to do just that, offering exceptional accuracy and control.



Speed and power

Despite its meticulous precision, the EMA can also test dampers at extreme speeds and loads. It achieves a maximum velocity of 7m/s and can withstand an impressive acceleration of 40g. At the lower end of the spectrum, it can test dampers at just 1mm/s, essential for measuring seal drag and friction.

LABA7 offers the EMA in four models. The entry-level 30kW model delivers a peak force of 11.9kN at 2m/s, which is more than sufficient for most suspension systems. For those needing more power, the top-tier model produces a peak force of 45.4kN,…