Compression spring specifications

Key Charactersitics

  • Shape and Design: Typically, compression springs are coiled helical springs made from round wire. They can also be made in other shapes, such as conical, barrel, or hourglass, to suit specific applications.

  • Material: Common materials used for compression springs include steel alloys, stainless steel, and high nickel alloys.

Benefits

  • Versatility: Suitable for a wide range of applications. 

  • Durability: Made from strong materials to withstand repeated compression cycles. 

  • Compactness: Can be designed to fit in limited spaces. 

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Barrel Springs

A barrel spring is a specific type of compression spring that features a bulging middle and tapered ends. Its unique shape can be visualized as a barrel, hence the name.

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Tubing Forms

A tubing form is a type of helical spring made from coiled tubing, rather than solid wire. This design provides a combination of flexibility, strength, and the ability to handle internal media flow. Tubing forms are used in applications where traditional solid wire springs would not be sufficient due to the need for internal passageways or additional flexibility.

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Conical Springs

A conical spring, also known as a tapered spring, is a type of compression spring with a conical shape. Unlike traditional cylindrical springs, conical springs have a varying diameter, being wider at one end and tapering to a smaller diameter at the other end. This design provides unique mechanical properties and advantages for specific applications.

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Garter Springs

A garter spring is a type of coiled spring that is formed into a circular shape, resembling a ring. This design allows it to exert a radial force, either outward or inward, depending on the application. Garter springs are versatile and used in various applications where a uniform, radial pressure is required.

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Magazine Springs

A magazine spring is a type of spring used in firearm magazines to provide consistent and reliable force to feed ammunition into the chamber of the firearm. It is a crucial component in the operation of semi-automatic and automatic firearms, ensuring that each round is correctly positioned and ready for firing.

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The basic information needed by Katy Spring is material, wire size, free length, number of coils, travel, diameter, end types, finish, works over, works in, and maximum solid height.

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Shape & Sizes

No matter the shape, size, or functionality, Katy Spring can help design a custom spring to fulfill your requirements.

Body Types

Cylindrical
Conical
Barrel
Hooked
Variable Pitch

Common Spring Materials

Carbon Steel
Alloy Steel
Stainless Steel
Nickel Alloys
Copper Alloys
Brass

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Ordering Custom Compression Springs

  • The normal squareness tolerance for ground ends is 2-3 degrees.
  • Use conical compression springs when a short, solid height is needed to reduce buckling and surging.
  • Leave the wind direction optional for compression springs. Use right-hand wound when the compression spring is being threaded on a bolt, or one right and one left when two springs are being used inside the other to avoid meshing coils.
  • Make Katy Spring aware of the spring travel and any solid height requirements
  • Specify a force with a tolerance (+/- 10 percent) at an exact compressed height rather than a definite deflection. Spring rate is the difference of two forces divided by the amount of deflection between those forces.
  • Make Katy Spring aware of unusual conditions such as temperature, corrosive environments, impact force, and fatigue life.
  • Specify the mandatory requirements only to Katy Spring, and leave the exact wire size and number of coils to the discretion of Katy Spring whenever possible.

Types of Compression Springs:

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Extension Springs

An extension spring is a type of helical (coiled) spring designed to store energy and resist a pulling force. When extended, it exerts a return force to pull the components back together. These springs are used in various applications requiring tension, resistance, and the ability to return to a pre-determined position after being stretched.

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Flat Springs

A flat spring is a type of spring made from a flat, thin piece of metal or composite material. Unlike traditional coiled springs, flat springs are designed in a variety of shapes and sizes to store and release energy through bending or flexing. They are used in applications requiring precise force, flexibility, and a compact design.

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  5. Stainless steel
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spring assemblies

Spring Assemblies are mechanical systems that incorporate springs to perform specific functions such as absorbing shock, maintaining tension, storing energy, or providing flexibility. These assemblies are crucial in many applications due to their ability to efficiently manage mechanical forces.

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Torsion

A torsion spring is a type of helical spring that works by twisting its ends along its axis to exert a rotational or torque force. These springs are used in applications where rotational energy is required to maintain or return a component to its desired position.

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