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Torsion springs: where are they used and why did you choose to utilize them?

source:Qianye Precision time:2022-12-1

There are many types of springs, but the most common are torsion springs. The design of torsion springs is optimized to maintain maximum rotational pressure between two surfaces, these helical or helical springs are usually adhered to the coils at both suspended ends. These ends are connected to external components, which are then rotated to apply bending stress. Unlike other springs, torsion springs are ideally balanced and able to withstand twisting, giving them a place in many industries.

Made of various coated metals such as stainless steel, carbon, titanium, nickel or copper alloys, torsion springs are usually wound around a shaft to further increase its stability. The basic principle of a torsion spring is to retain energy as the spring assembly twists. When this is applied, torque is applied in the opposite direction to the deformation angle. This allows energy to be stored and released when necessary, and the torsion spring also secures the mechanism when necessary.

 

 

 

Torsion springs are used in many applications; especially those using pop-up styles. They are used in various clamps and specific door mechanisms such as those found in CD players. One of the most obvious uses of torsion springs is undoubtedly in a mousetrap, which relies entirely on a centrally located torsion spring. They also sit in the center of traditional clothing clips. They are also used in heavier cases such as garage door balancers or car trunk opening mechanisms. Even in ancient times, primitive torsion springs were used as part of the giant catapults (or trebuchets) that were later used in siege warfare.

 

 

What should you know about garage door torsion springs?
It is very important to have the correct garage door springs installed on your door. In addition, if you find that the spring is broken or broken and you want to replace it, you must use the exact same spring calculated according to the weight of the door. You must always remember that each spring of each door is unique.

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