See the image below (right) as an example of a specific type of compression spring — the die spring — designed for heavy loads by Katy Spring, a die spring manufacturer.
Heavy Duty Die Spring Sizes
Katy Spring produces die compression springs to meet exact customer specifications — custom and in stock. The majority of the compression springs we produce are constant coil springs, meaning the diameter of the spring is the same throughout the entire part.
Examples
Compression Spring Sizes:
.004 inches to 2.0 inches in wire diameter
Round wire
Square wire
Rectangular wire
Special Section wire
Compression Spring Type
ODY TYPES
Open-Coiled
Helical Shaped
Usually coiled with a constant diameter, though they can be produced in hourglass, cone and barrel shapes.
Materials
Compression Spring Materials
Spring Steel
High Carbon Steel
Low Carbon Steel
Nickel Plated Carbon Steel
Stainless Alloys
Non-Ferrous Metals
Elgiloy
Hastelloy
Other Die Compression Spring Resources
Check out our blog posts below, which give further perspective on die springs and compression springs used in various industries.
- The History of Valve Springs
- Coil Springs: A Vital Component of Valve Parts
- Marine Springs Manufacturer
- Compression Springs and Medical Industry Springs
- Die Valve Spring Manufacturer
- The History of Automotive Springs
- Stainless Steel Chemical Industry Springs
- Conical Springs
- Custom Formed Compression Springs
- Your Garage Door Spring: How Coil Springs Function as a Counter-Balance
- Custom Compression Springs
Contact Katy Springs for Your Next Order
Katy Spring and Manufacturing is a full-service custom metal forming spring manufacturer. We are ISO certified and offer a range of spring products, including compression, extension, torsion, and flat springs. We offer our products in endless varieties of sizes, materials, and shapes so that each customer can find the right product for their needs. We will assist you with every step of the process, from material selection to final installation. We have a goal of satisfying all needs of our customers and their unique project requirements. Contact us today!