Shock Absorber for Messenger

A simple shock absorber that protects instruments and gear during field deployment of coring and sampling tools.

• Reduces impact and vibration during deployment of sampling equipment

  Helps protect delicate instruments when lowering or raising lines

  Compatible with standard messenger weights used in coring setups

  Lightweight design suitable for repeated use in classroom fieldwork

  Supports safer, more reliable data collection in outdoor environments

The Shock absorber for messenger is designed to cushion the drop forces experienced when using a messenger weight to trigger sampling tools during fieldwork. In many water, soil, and sediment sampling activities, a messenger weight travels down a line to activate a release mechanism on a core barrel or sampler. Without a shock absorber, the sudden contact between the weight and the sampler can transmit harmful force to delicate components.

This accessory helps reduce that force by absorbing a portion of the impact energy. Its design makes it easy to integrate into existing coring and sampling setups, especially those used in outdoor education, environmental investigations, and student field projects. By using a shock absorber, classrooms and field teams can protect their gear and extend the life of their instruments while still achieving accurate, repeatable sampling results.