2022-09-14

Smooth Range of Motion: Constant Force Springs Constant force springs provide a smooth range of motion and constant load, meaning they do not follow Hooke’s law. They are uniform in length and coiled into a permanent diameter. Constant force springs are frequently used for applications that require counterbalancing, including windows. In fact, window balance springs are one of our most successful products. In addition, the springs we manufacture are often designed for medical devices and aerospace applications. Their smooth range and steady motion control enhance instrument articulation.   High Torque with Little Rotation: Spiral Torsion Springs Spiral torsion springs are another popular product we manufacture.These...

2022-09-14

There are many mechanical components to choose from for your device or application. If your device requires a spring, consider constant force springs. These are a type of extension spring. They do not obey Hooke’s law, so their force remains constant, even when deflected. Because of their flat force curve, constant force springs are suitable for applications that require a smooth range of motion and a constant load. Learn more about this type of spring to see if it could work in your device or application. Constant Force Spring Benefits There are many benefits of constant force springs that make them suitable...

2022-09-14

 I'm sure many of you know what a constant force spring is, right? A constant force spring is a spring that maintains a constant spring force for a specific stroke, also called a constant force spring, and is used in a linear motion, usually using its rebound force. A constant force spring consists of a spiral-shaped metal sheet that is bent on the inside so that each coil is wound tightly around the innermost coil of the metal sheet. When the metal sheet is stretched, the internal stress resists the load force, which is exactly the same as a normal extension spring, but the spring force...

2022-09-14

As we all know, although the spring is only a small elastic accessory, it plays an important role in life, and the quality of the spring has a great impact. Most springs are customized products, so the process of customized production cannot be careless. When purchasing a spring, customers usually need to design the data of the product first, and communicate with the engineer to draw the drawing, so as to communicate with the spring manufacturer more clearly. Drawing the spring drawing is an important step before purchasing the spring accessories, and it is also an important step of customizing the...

2022-09-14

The extension type of Constant Force Spring represents the most basic, yet most versatile, type of constant force spring. It is a pre-stressed flat strip of spring material which is formed into virtually constant radius coils around itself or on a drum. When the strip is extended (deflected) the inherent stress resists the loading force, the same as a common extension spring, but at a nearly constant (zero) rate. A constant torque is obtained when the outer end of the spring is attached to another spool and caused to wind in either the reverse or same direction as it is originally wound....

2022-09-14

How long can stainless steel springs last? This is a common problem. You might think that as long as it's not stretched beyond the point of recovery, the spring will always return to its original shape. A spring is a mechanical part that uses elasticity to work. Parts made of elastic materials deform under the action of external force, and return to their original shape after the external force is removed. Also known as "spring". Generally made of spring steel, the types of springs are complex and diverse. However, spring life depends on many factors.         1....

2022-09-14

 A constant force spring is a spring that exerts a constant force over its range of motion. That is, it does not obey Hooke's law. Typically, a constant force spring is constructed as a coiled band of spring steel so that the spring relaxes when fully coiled. When it is unrolled, the restoring force comes mainly from the portion of the belt that is close to the roll. Since the geometry of this region remains nearly constant as the spring unfolds, the resultant force is nearly constant.       By creating a spring with a variable pitch, you can...

2022-09-14

   Traditional power springs and preloaded power springs are fabricated from spring steel bars to provide torque. Spring steel is a low alloy, medium carbon steel or high carbon steel with a very high yield strength. Objects made of spring steel can return to their original shape despite significant bending or twisting. Power springs use flat (unstressed) steel windings, while pre-stressed power springs use pre-stressed steel to produce a larger range of usable torque than conventional power springs.        During the manufacturing process, the spring is wound into the retaining ring or the customer's housing (the retaining ring...

2022-09-03

  Variable force springs are very common in the point-of-purchase or POP industry, especially in shelf pushers. Variable force springs provide variable force to precisely match increasing or decreasing force requirements, propelling the product horizontally forward. Due to their wide applicability, these springs can be seen in the tobacco, cosmetic, electronics and medical industries. So why use variable force springs in shelf thrusters?        1. Inventory Control        Variable force springs are commonly used in trays that push products forward in a controlled manner. Variable-force springs in the push-in trays aid product fronts, so the shelves are...