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Spring Load Definition
Your spring’s working loads determine a specific amount of force at a desired loaded height.
Spring Rate Definition
The constant amount of force you need to travel ONE inch or millimeter of distance.
As it was explained in the definitions above, spring load determines a specific amount force or pressure at a specific loaded height while spring rate determines the rate of force you will need in order to travel one unit of measurement (in. or mm.)...
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Acxess Spring manufactures a variety of custom springs. We manufacture custom springs from prototypes to production. Our custom springs range in wire diameter from 0.006 inches to 1.00 inch
Custom Compression Springs
Compression springs are our most basic spring at Acxess Spring. We manufacture compression springs from 0.006 inch wire diameter to 1.00 inch wire diameter. However, there are a variety of custom features you can add to your compression spring.
Some o...
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Definition of Spring Index
Spring index is the correlation between the mean diameter of a spring and the wire diameter of a spring. This proportion will determine the strength of the spring , the stress induced on the spring, and the manufacturability of the spring. On this page you will discover how to calculate your index mathematically using the spring index formula, how to use the index in spring design , how to measure a spring in order to determine index, and the most desirable ra...
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Spring Calculator Instructions TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Acxess Spring is one of the leading torsion spring manufacturers in Southern California and around the globe. We are one of the few torsion spring suppliers that offer torsional springs at the highest quality, have 5-day lead times on custom springs, and a 15-day satisfaction guarantee. If you would like technical information on springs torsion or help with your torsion spring design, please visit our torsion spring technical information page .
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Standard Springs Definition
Standard springs are also known as stock springs. These springs are kept in inventory so that customers may buy springs off the shelf and avoid long lead times. What makes them standard is that their spring dimensions are made from the most common (standard) fractional sizes like 3/32, 3/16,1/4, 3/8,1/2 and many others. Standard springs are provided to you by Acxess Spring through The Spring Store and come in many variations. The types of standard sprin...
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Mechanical Springs Definition:
A metal wire spring that functions in a spring mechanism that compresses, extends,rotates, slides, pulls and exerts force when an equal or greater force is applied. A spring mechanism can exert pressure, rotational force or pulling strength in a variety of ways. For help with mechanical spring design use our spring calculator . The examples below show numerous advantageous ways mechanical springs used in a spring mechanism can help improve your product.
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Production springs are made to exact tolerances on CNC coilers, CNC spring formers, CNC lathes and CNC wire benders. Our spring machines are state of the art using the most advanced equipment available today.
Acxess Spring fabricates production compression springs , coil springs , torsion springs , extension springs , tension springs , garter springs , belt springs, wire rings , conical springs , tapered springs,and barrel springs .
Our production springs are made to...
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Definition of Wire Springs
A wire spring is a mechanism made of coiled wire to store and release energy.
Types of Wire Springs
The available types of wire springs are compression springs, extension springs, torsion springs, double torsion springs, conical compression springs, magazine springs, wire forms, garter springs, medical springs, and wire rings. All of the wire springs listed are manufactured here at Acxess Spring. We have a great variety of sizes when it comes to your wire dia...
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Definition of a Barrel Spring
Definition of a barrel spring: A barrel spring is a type of compression spring used to produce linear force where the top and bottom outer diameter are smaller than the center outer diameter. A barrel spring is chosen by end users over a generic compression spring mainly because it may reduce space, prevent buckling, and provide a multitude of shaped configurations to better fit in any designs.
Manufacturing Capabilities for Ba...
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Definition:
Coil compression springs or tension springs installed into a clutch mechanism to accomplish the action of engaging and disengaging when required to.
At Acxess Spring we’re able to manufacture custom coil clutch springs for those who wish to improve the performance of their clutch mechanism.The diagrams and examples provided below will show you how you can “edit” your stock coil clutch spring design to have more fo...
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Definition of a Compressed Spring
A compressed spring is a type of spring that produces linear force. The force is produced when a weight is applied to either the top or bottom of the spring. There are many variations of a compressed spring such a conical compressed spring, variable pitch compressed spring, and barrel compressed spring. Each spring produces force in a unique way within your design. When using a compressed spring in your application make sure you are designing your spring...
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Definition of a Compression Spring:
A compression spring is a spring that will produce linear force by pushing back against forces that are applied to it. A weight or force will cause the compression spring to compress down, and if the spring is designed correctly the spring will push back against the weight causing it to return to its original state.
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Acxess Spring is one of the leading conical compression spring manufacturers in Southern California and around the globe. We are one of the few conical compression springs suppliers that offer cone springs online at the highest quality, have 5-day lead times on custom springs, and a 15-day satisfaction guarantee. Acxess Spring specializes in spring custom work and in lowering your cost on stock spring orders of 150 pieces or more. No tapered spring supplier will beat Acxess Spring's level of expertis...
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Definition:
Springs used for electric connectivity. They are usually conical/tapered springs.
Contact springs are the conical/tapered springs you see in battery compartments inside remote controls and other battery-powered applications, devices, and mechanisms. The things that must be considered when looking to buy conical contact springs are the physical dimensions and material type. The material type plays a big factor since it has to be conductive.
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Definition: Coil spring wound to form a cylinder shape. Made out of round metal wire with adjacent coils which may or may not have pitch in between depending on the type of cylindrical spring .
The term “ cylindrical springs ” automatically tells you that you’re looking for springs in the shape of a cylinder but there are different cylindrical spring types which perform different functions. Below, you are able to see the two basic types of cylindrical springs which have cyl...
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Acxess Spring is one of the leading extension spring manufacturers in Southern California and around the globe. We are one of the few extension spring suppliers and extension spring manufacturers that offer extension springs at the highest quality, have 5-day lead times on custom springs, and a 15-day satisfaction guarantee. Looking for technical information or help with a spring design? View our extension spring technical information page .
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Acxess Spring is one of the leading garter spring manufacturers in Southern California and around the globe. We are one of the few garter spring suppliers that offer garter springs at the highest quality, have 5-day lead times on custom springs, and a 15-day satisfaction guarantee.
Visit our Garter Spring Technical Page
No garter sprin...
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Definition:
Helically wound wires which form a spring. They are made to absorb or eject an energy or force.
Helical springs are also known as compression springs and are the most common type of spring in the market. Acxess Spring makes custom helical springs but also provides its customers with a wide range of stock helical compression springs through our online store, The Spring Store . You are able to find your helical springs by only inputting either outer or inner dia...
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Small Springs Definition
Small springs are miniature springs that work in compact mechanical spring devices. Minute springs offer a reduction in space that minimizes the area the small spring works in.
Tiny springs are often small coil springs, small compression springs , small torsion springs and small extension springs . These springs all offer benefits to a particular spring application. In this page we will explain the benefits of each type of micro spring (...
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Large springs are categorized as heavy duty springs , since the wire diameter is from 1/8" inch to 1" inch in size. These big springs release a tremendous amount of more force than regular springs. Large springs have several uses such as large industrial equipment, earth moving machines, agricultural equipment as well as locomotive suspensions.
Wire diameters for large springs are listed below . This partial list is of wire diameters available in Oil Tempered Chrom...
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Definition
The action of placing a load or force on a coiled compression spring or helical spring thus pushing and compressing it down to a loaded height.
How much load must you apply when you compress your spring down to your desired loaded height?
To compress springs to a specific loaded height, you must
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Definition of Specialty Springs:
A specialty spring is a spring which is custom designed and manufactured to fulfill a mechanisms function. Specialty springs vary in design depending on the spring configuration needed and force that's needed out of the spring and how it will be applied into a certain application. From various hook types on extension springs to bends on the legs for torsion springs, the possibilities are endless. Every spring is a specialty spring or custom spring made to the ...
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Springs Manufacturing Definition
The process of manufacturing springs with mechanical spring machinery to create springs by coiling, winding, or bending the spring wire into the shape of a specific spring. Spring manufacturing is an artistic craft that involves specific knowledge in spring making. It encompasses all types of springs . On this page you will learn what spring manufacturers do to make springs and the processes and methods they use to accomplish their artistic spring making cra...
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Magazine Springs Definition:
A compression spring with oval or rectangular shaped coils placed inside of the magazine or charger of a firearm. A magazine spring's function is to push up the bullets or rounds to be placed into the chamber.
Magazine springs are typical for most guns but certain types of firearms require different lengths, forces, and amount of coils. Take a rifle and a hand gun for example. Certain rifles have longer magazines or chargers than a usual hand gun. T...
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Metal springs are precision springs made from metal wire. Acxess Spring specializes in fabricating precision springs to exact tolerances. Our metal springs can be made from stainless steel, music wire and many other types of spring wire. Wire springs are manufactured using precision CNC spring making machines
Precision springs and metal springs are made to tight tolerances. We can hold a your wire springs outer mattress metal springsdiameter plu...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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Definition - Also known as torsion and torsional springs . Wire springs whose coils twist to perform a rotational motion. When torqued and released, they store and eject energy.
Rotational springs are both stock and custom items here at Acxess Spring . We have hundreds of rotational springs in stock just waiting to be bought off the shelf. Before deciding whether you would like to purchase stock or custom rotational springs, you must have an accurate, functional torsional spring design...
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Definition
Spirally wound coils around a helix to form a spring. Coiled compression springs will have pitch in between each coil while coiled extension and torsion springs’ coils will be helically wound one on top of the other.
Coiled compression springs are the most common type of spring in the industry. You will find them in pens, medical devices, buttons, pogo sticks etc. The rate of force these exert is due to the coiled spring’s physical dimensions...
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Definition of a Trigger Spring:
A trigger spring is placed behind the trigger of a firearm so that when the trigger is pulled, it'll return to it's original position once the user releases the trigger.
Due to various firearm designs over the years, there are many types of trigger springs as there are various types of triggers as well. Some may be compression , torsion , or double torsion springs. Usually, when it comes to compression trigger springs, there is a h...
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Definition: Torque springs are close wound coil springs which eject a radial force thus producing torque instead of a linear load. Also known as torsion or torsional springs .
Radial degrees of deflection per amount of force is torque. It is what we know as working loads on linear springs such as compression and extension springs.
To find out whether a specific torsion spring design will work in your application, you must keep in mind 3 things:
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Today we will be addressing some of the most common questions about presetting springs and the process behind this.
What is presetting?
Presetting is the act of taking a compression spring, putting it over a shaft and compressing it all the way down to where the coils touch and you cannot go anymore (solid height) . This takes any fatigue or stress off the spring.
To better get a visual of this, let’s say a spring is two inches long (that is called the free length) and the de...
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Acxess Spring is one of the leading micro spring manufacturers in Southern California and around the globe. We are one of the few micro springs suppliers that offer micro springs of the highest quality, have 5-day lead times on custom springs, and a 15-day satisfaction guarantee. We manufacture precision micro springs from 0.006 to 0.020 wire diameter. We guarantee the quality of our micro springs because we have spent years perfecting the craft of precision spring making.
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Since some devices are manufactured with abstract shapes and spaces, there are several compression spring shape options. The most common compression spring shapes outside of a regular compression spring are; conical springs, barrel springs, and hourglass springs. Today we will focus on hourglass springs, a beautifully complex compression spring shape that provides several benefits.
Hourglass springs look like an hourglass or a barbell shape, hence their name. Hourglass springs can be re...
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Starting a spring design from scratch is much easier nowadays, but it doesn’t stop being a time-consuming task that requires effort and expertise. However, by integrating the functions of the original Spring Creator and The Spring Store’s stock Spring Finder , Acxess Spring is now transforming the traditional approach to spring design. The question is no longer "how to design the perfect spring" but rather "how to find the perfect pre-designed spring?"
Spring Creator now has a databas...
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Here at Acxess Spring we manufacture precision gun parts such as gun springs, magazine springs, trigger springs, recoil springs, and more. Any spring that is part of your gun application can be manufactured by Acxess Spring, including custom gun springs. We manufacture gun springs from 0.006 Wire Diameter to 0.080 Wire Diameter, which makes Acxess Spring a one stop shop for all your gun spring needs.
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Definition of Stock Springs
When a spring company keeps an inventory of ready made springs for sale through a spring catalog; giving the customer the opportunity to buy springs for prototyping , run tests on new inventions, order small spring quantities, or simply replace an old spring.
The Spring Store by Acxess Spring
Acxess Spring has now put it's extensive spring catalog online with m...
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Acxess Spring is one of the leading spring ring manufacturers in Southern California and around the globe. We are one of the few spring ring suppliers that offer spring rings at the highest quality, have 5-day lead times on custom springs, and a 15-day satisfaction guarantee.
No spring ring supplier will beat Acxess Spring's level of expertise, spring design knowledge, lead time, pricing, or customer satisfaction.
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Instant Spring Quote is an easy to use tool that allows you to get a fast and instant quote of the custom compression spring you are looking for. Through this tool, you can input the dimensions of the custom spring you need and immediately get pricing based on different quantity lots as well as directly order online. At CompressionSpring.com we are constantly improving and working on enhancing our systems and tools and our ISQ (Instant Spring Quote) is a top priority. We will soon launch an i...
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One of our most common questions from our customers is “How much force is my compression spring able to generate” or “What is the Potential energy of my spring. This is a question usually answered by the use of the Potential Energy of a Spring Equation which gives us the elastic potential energy of a spring. These formulas tell us how much Compression Spring Force (load) and distance traveled (spring deflection) we can safely get from our spring. To ...
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One of our most common questions from our customers is “How much force is my extension spring able to generate” or “What is the Potential energy of my spring “? This is a question usually answered by the use of the Potential energy of a spring equation which gives us the elastic potential energy of a spring. These formulas tell us how much extension spring force (load) , pulling force, distance traveled and spring deflection we can safely get from our spring. Can...
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One of our most common questions from our customers is “How much force is my torsion spring able to generate” or “What is the Potential energy of my spring“? This is a question usually answered by the use of the Potential Energy Of A Spring Equation which gives us the Elastic Potential Energy of a spring. These Potential Energy Formulas tell us how much safe torsion spring torque , or safe torsion spring force and how much safe deflection or safe torsion spring...
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Spring Calculator Instructions TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Here at Acxess Spring we have been servicing some of the biggest names in the medical industry for almost 20 years. As a company we take pride in our persistent perfection and efficiency when manufacturing medical springs. This makes Acxess Spring a perfect fit to be your medical springs manufacturer . We understand the need for tight tolerances, consistency, great material , fast lead times, and high repeatability. We know our springs are being used in medical devises that may one day be ...
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If you are a AUTO SPRING COILING MACHINE OPERATOR SET UP PERSON with experience, please read on!
We are a technically advanced spring company looking for a Spring Coiler Set-Up Person. We are a fun and growing company
and are looking for a motivated person to grow with us. We offer a 4 day work week with 3 day weekends Every Weekend!
Top Reasons to Work with Us
Great work atmosphere
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You may have heard of open and closed ends on compression springs, we talk about it in detail here: Compression Spring End Types. Open and close ends are the terms for the ends and finishing touch on a compression spring. However, there is a similar term that we want to address today, that is not to be confused with this. The term open coil spring and closed coil spring, refers to the type of spring itself. So today we want to take a few moments to address what this means and the differences b...
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High-Carbon Spring Wire
Material
Music Wire ASTM A 228
Hard Drawn ASTM A 227
High Tensile Hard Drawn ASTM A 679
Oil Tempered ASTM A 229
Carbon Valve ASTM A 230
Nominal Analysis
C - .70 - 1.00% Mn - .20 - 60%
C - .45- .85% Mn- .60-1.30%
C - .65 - .1.00% Mn - .60-1.30%
C - .55 - .85% MN - .60 -1.20%
C - .60 - .75% Mn - .60 - .90%
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to ...
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Learn about all of the products Acxess Spring is able to manufacture and provide you with. From open wound springs and close wound springs, to even wire forms. If it is made from round metal wire, we can probably make it.
Choose a category you're interested in learning about and click on one of the listed links for a specific article on that subject.
Compression
Coil Springs Made to Order
Compression Springs
Compression Springs M...
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Learn to design compression, extension, and torsional springs with Spring Creator, our free spring calculator. Here are several types of calculators where the titles are defined by the descriptive content that'll teach you different areas of spring design and help you achieve the best design possible.
Look at the category of your interest and click on a link to be directed to a calculator along with a technical article on that subject.
Spring Creator 5.0
Spr...
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Definition of a spring company: A company which manufactures and designs springs for mechanical devices. Acxess Spring Company is a custom and stock spring company as we specialize on making different types of springs such as compression springs , extension springs , torsion springs and wire rings. Our spring company also has a reputation of being a top spring company that manufactures many styles and sizes. From medical springs to conical springs, and we work ...
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Wire Sizes
Compression Springs = 0.006 Wire Diameter to 1.25 inch Wire Diameter
Extension Springs = 0.006 Wire Diameter to 1.00 inch in Wire Diameter
Torsion Springs = 0.006 Wire Diameter to 1.00 inch in Wire Diameter
Double Torsion = 0.015 Wire Diameter to 0.100 Wire Diameter
Magazine Springs = 0.006 Wire Diameter to 0.080 Wire Diameter
Conical Springs = 0.006 Wire Diameter to 0....
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions EXTENSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Compression springs are devices made up of helically formed coils with pitch in between used to push back on an applied force or load in order to return to its original position when the force or load is released. They are the most commonly used type of spring as well as the most economical. There are many types of compression springs used to fulfill certain functions for many applications, devices, and/or mechanisms.
You may find several compression spring types in the m...
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Definition: Devices, or mechanisms knows as applications in which helical coil compression springs operate to complete a task for the application to work as expected.
One would never think of all the applications in which a compression spring is needed. Springs are one of the oldest and brightest inventions in history. The coils in a compression spring have pitch in between them and the components or dimensions of the spring, along with the manufacturing process involved behind the sprin...
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Definition: Extension spring operated devices or mechanisms where the extension spring is required to be pulled and extended by a load to later return to its original length once the load has been removed.
Extension springs are used in many applications which assist our every-day life. They are easy to miss and extremely under estimated as to the functions they perform and how they are able to make our lives easier. The coils in an extension spring are close wound and are kept together by ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Definition:
Custom wire springs are basically wires that are shaped and formed into a set of adjacent coils for the purpose of “deforming” under a specific load and returning to its original shape once the load has been removed.
Custom Wire Compression Springs
Custom wire compression springs are springs who’s adjacent coils have pitch in between and they are used to be...
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Spring Calculator Instructions EXTENSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Definition
Garter springs are often used as oil seal springs for transmissions and many different products. By coiling a compression spring or extension spring with male and female ends you can join them together to form the garter spring. Garter springs have the following connecting ends. Theirs connector ends, loop connections, and tapered end connections.
Connecting Garter Spring Ends
Connector Ends
Joining Oil Seal Spring Ends
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Definition:
A spring company which manufactures (makes) extension springs to match a customer’s tension spring design.
Acxess Spring is a spring company which specializes in the manufacturing of helical springs made of round metal wire. One of the spring manufacturing capabilities we carry is the manufacturing of extension springs. Extension springs are helically wound coils w...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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Definition:
Helically wound extension springs with adjacent coils being kept together by initial tension and hooks on the ends to be pulled apart/extended.
Helical extension springs are used in devices where a piece is mobilized by a force and needs to return to its original position when the force is taken off. Its hooks allow for it to grab on to your device’s pieces and be pulled/extended.
Helical Extension Spring Applications
Helical extension springs ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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The Spring Store.com
Looking to buy stock springs? Acxess Spring has now put it's entire stock spring catalog online by bringing you "The Spring Store.com" . Providing you with a stock spring catalog of more than 40,000 stock springs to search through. Buy your stock springs online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We've made shopping for your stock springs simple, with our easy-to-use spring catalogue search tool by inputting only a couple of your spring measurements. We offer...
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Definition: The process of building a design for a linear coil spring made from helically wound round wire.
Linear springs are helical springs with a linear constant force. This means that it’ll take a proportional amount of load for the spring to deflect a certain distance of travel. Linear springs are compression springs and extension springs. What differs these types of springs from a torsion spring, is that torsion springs exert a radial force. Compression and extension springs exer...
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Definition: Linear springs are helical coil springs that exert a constant rate of force per inch (or millimeter) or degree of distance traveled. This means that the load applied to the spring will be proportional to the amount of distance it travels based on the spring rate of your linear spring.
Linear Compression Springs
Linear compression springs are the most commonly used in the spring industry. They are a lot easier to design than a conical or barrel spring w...
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Non-Linear Springs Definition
Non-linear springs are helical coil springs that exert an inconsistent amount of force as it is under a working load or torque. This means that the force needed to travel one inch, millimeter, or degree might not double when it travels two inches, millimeters, or degrees like a linear spring would.
There are several types of non-linear springs in compression, extension, and even torsional spring forms. These include conical/tapered springs, bar...
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Definition
Round wire springs are objects used to deform under a force/load and return to their original shape once the load/force has been removed.
There are several round wire spring types which are all made up of round wire coils. They collect and release energy in different ways by performing different actions under such loads depending on how they’re made. This consists of the type of body they have, whether the coils are either close wound or open wound, and how their ends are co...
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Definition: The constant rate of force expelled by a compression spring per inch or millimeter of travel once a load or force is applied to push and compress the compression spring.
Compression spring rate is the spring specification which will help you determine if you will be able to meet your compression spring’s working loads at the time of being installed in your application. Since this is a constant force, the amounts of load and travel increase in a consistent mann...
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Definition: Compression spring formulas are the algorithms engineers use to calculate certain compression spring parameters. These formulas were elaborated and corroborated, making it possible to calculate a compression spring design.
The compression spring formulas you are about to see are based on many years of research from the Acxess Spring staff. They are what make our compression spring calculator, Spring Creator, such a reliable spring design tool in ...
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Definition: Devices/mechanisms which require the use of a torsion spring in order for the application to function appropriately.
Torsion springs are found in a wide variety of applications; many of which we use in our everyday life. These springs deflect in degrees and not in inches so they are used in applications which require them to travel radially, thus twisting its coils. Torsion springs have legs which your application’s mechanism will be pushing...
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Calculating the torsion spring constant can be the most critical part in torsion spring design. The definition of torsion spring rate is the amount of force per 360 degrees of radial travel. Torsion force is typically noted in pounds or newtons based on English or metric measurements. This can be further broken down into the amount of force per degree by simply dividing by 360 degrees. The torsion spring rate per degree will be useful in determining the amount of force required to torque your s...
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What is a torsion spring used for?
Torsion springs are used to exert a rotational force also known as torque. Their legs are radially impulsed to create this winding/twisting effect.
Torsion springs are used in several applications which require the spring to deflect radially. Unlike compression and extension springs which perform a linear deflection . This is why the units of deflection of a torsion spring is in degrees of travel vs. being in inches...
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Wire spring nomenclature is basically the terminology used for each spring type in the coil spring industry. Find compression spring nomenclature, extension spring nomenclature, torsional spring nomenclature, and more.
Compression Springs Nomenclature
Compression springs are helically coiled round wires shaped with pitch in between each coil. They are used to store energy when compressed and to release that energy when a load is released.
Extension Sp...
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Types of Springs Manufactured by Acxess Spring
Compression Springs
Most common wire spring with pitch in between its coils to store energy when a load or force is placed on it and release it once it is removed. Wire Sizes From 0.006 inches to 1.250 inches
Extension Springs
Wire spring with hooks on the ends that allow the spring to hold on to an object which will pull the spring's coils apart by adding force. Wire sizes from 0.006 i...
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Spring Calculator Instructions TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions EXTENSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Definition: Springs that when being manufactured are wound open with pitch in between its coils.
The function of an open wound spring is to compress and store energy while doing so thus making the spring return to its original position after the previously applied force has been lifted or removed. There are several types of open wound springs. The various types of open wound springs are as follows:
Open Wound Compression Springs
The base design of all the different t...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Definition of Extension Spring Calculations:
The process of calculating the shear modulus of a spring wire, young's modulus of spring wire, poission's ratio for spring wire along with a springs wire diameter, mean diameter and number of active coils to obtain an extension spring calculation.
Here is an easier and faster way to calculate your extension...
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Spring Calculator Instructions TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Definition of Torsion Spring Calculations:
The process of calculating several torsion spring dimensions such as the computing of shear modulus of a spring wire, youngs modulus of spring wire, poission's ratio for spring wire along with a springs wire diameter, outer diameter and number of active coils to obtain a torsion spring calculation.
Here is an easier and faster way to calculate your torsion spring calculations by using our free online spring calcula...
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Definition: The action of calculating a helical spring’s dimensions and specifications through several formulas and equations.
There is a step by step process when generating a helical spring’s calculation using our online spring calculator, Spring Creator. Following the calculator provided below, you will see the step by step process of generating your helical spring calculations in case you may need any assistance.
Spring Calc...
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Spring constant is the amount of force required to move the spring a set amount of distance. The set amount of distance is determined by your units of measurement and your spring type.
For example if you are calculating the spring constant of a compression spring using English measurements your value would be pounds of force per inch of distance traveled. If you are using the metric system your spring constant would be in Newtons per millimeter of distance traveled. Extens...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Acxess Spring gives the user a large amount of technical information through various spring design help articles throughout their website. Also included, is our famous spring calculator, Spring Creator where you can create a compression , extension , or torsion spring design along with a full spring analysis and live blueprint. Many people are not aware of the several factors that take place when it comes to spring design. The following information and provided links will direct you ...
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Definition: Spring elongation is the distance traveled of a compression spring from its free or pre-loaded length to its extended (elongated) length.
Elongation is exactly what extension springs are made for. These helically wound coil springs with touching adjacent coils have hooks on the ends which allow for the spring to latch onto mounts that are supposed to be pulled apart. The function of an extension spring is to bring those objects back to their original positio...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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What makes a spring strong? It is really a matter of perspective. However, in standardized terms, a strong spring is a hefty spring with a thick wire diameter in proportion to the coil diameter. This can turn a small spring into a strong small spring.
When a spring’s index is tight or there are few coils to take in the load , your spring becomes stressed. A stressed spring can be considered a strong spring because it can take on a higher force. Depending on the diff...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Custom springs are ideal if you have a device or application that requires very specific dimensions and limited tolerances. Sometimes you find a similar spring in stock. However, if your application demands greater precision and/or more demanding requirements, your best option will be a custom spring.
The following are the advantages and situations in which purchasing custom springs is the best option:
More precise than stock springs. Custom springs are the ideal ...
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At Acxess Spring we always strive to provide the very best for our customers. That is why we want to make sure that we always offer great quality springs, at affordable prices, and incredible customer service; which is why we offer wholesale springs. This means you can obtain high quality springs at a lower price when you purchase higher quantities.
Wholesale pricing is available for all types of springs including torsion, extension and compression springs, as well as more specializ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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What is spring buckling or bending?
Buckling or bending happens in compression springs during deflection due to the instability caused by a high slenderness ratio. A high slenderness ratio means the length is three times the width of the spring(more on this in a bit). As the spring is compressed, if the spring is too long, the lack of stability makes the coils tremble and wobble. This can cause the load to create pressure on the shifted coils and plaster them, damaging the spring.
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Torsional Springs
Torsion springs are coil springs with legs. The motion they carry out is in rotation, hence their name and this allows them to provide a rotational force (called torque) in a radial (round) direction. The purpose of a torsion spring is to provide a rotational force in the opposite direction when a load is placed on one or both legs. The force causes the torsion springs leg to travel (or move) to a desired distance in degrees of rotation. In torsion springs this movement o...
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Compression Spring Rate
Compression spring rate refers to the constant force exerted by a compression spring for each inch or millimeter of travel when subjected to an applied load. It's a crucial spring specification that helps determine whether the compression spring can meet the working loads when installed in an application. This force remains constant, with the load and travel increasing consistently. The rate is calculated based on the spring's physical...
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Definition:
Extension springs with a high amount of tension, therefore taking a strong load to extend it. Also known as heavy duty tension springs .
At Acxess Spring we are able to increase your extension spring’s amount of tension. Our highly experienced spring engineers will work with you on your tension spring design in order to make sure that your spring can resist a large amount of load, therefore making this a high tension spring.
The force chart ...
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Definition of A Recoil Spring
A spring that is placed at the rear of the bolt of a automatic or semi automatic gun, that is utilized to take in or contain the recoil. The recoil spring is needed to absorb the shock of when a bullet is fired and the firearm pulls back towards the user so as to lessen the reaction of impact the user receives.
Recoil Spring Design
The thrust displacement of impulse of a firearm to travel along the barrel likewise creates most of or a porti...
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Definition of Compression Spring Calculation:
The process of computing shear modulus of a spring wire, youngs modulus of spring wire, poission's ratio for spring wire along with a springs wire diameter, outer diameter and number of active coils to obtain a compression spring calculation.
Here is an easier and faster way to calculate your compression spring calculations by using our free online spring calculator; which provides you with a full spring ana...
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Definition: The change in size of a spring’s diameter during deflection .
When a coil spring is deflected, whether it is a compression, extension or torsion spring, its diameter is affected. In some cases the diameter will shrink while in other cases it will expand. Below are the examples of the spring diameter change of compression, tension and torsional springs.
Compression Spring Diameter Change
In the case of a compression spring, its diameter expands when...
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During the spring wire material selection for your compression, extension, or torsion spring, take into notice the following parameters and environmental specifications.
The first thing you must do when designing a spring is measure the space where it shall be installed so that you can set certain tolerances that’ll help your spring’s installation to go smoothly. One very important detail, though, is the environmental requirements your spring must meet.
Indoor Environments
The...
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Definition: Compression springs are helically coiled round wires shaped with pitch in between each coil. They are used to store energy when compressed and to release that energy when a load is released.
Note: Click on the highlighted titles to learn more.
Helical Spring
The cylindrical shape of a compression spring due to the three-dimensional form of its round/circular coils.
Wire Diameter
The thickness of the round wire which the co...
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Definition: Barrel springs are compression springs which are helically coiled round wires forming a convex or concave shape. They are used to provide balance and reduce the solid height.
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Concave
The hourglass/barbell shape some barrel springs may have due to the ends having larger diameters than the middle coils.
Convex
The opposite of a concave barrel spring. Convex barrel springs lo...
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Definition: Conical springs are compression springs which are helically coiled round wires forming a tapered or conical shape. They are used to provide balance and reduce the solid height by the coils telescoping into each other.
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Tapered
The diagonal shape of a conical spring’s sides.
Wire Diameter (WD)
The thickness of the round wire which the compression spring is made of.
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Definition: Extension springs are tightly coiled round wires keeping the coils compressed together in its free, unloaded state due to an amount of initial tension gathered between its coils.
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Tension Spring
Other term for extension springs.
Wire Diameter
Measurement of wire thickness.
Outer Diameter
Measurement of the thickness of the coils that make up th...
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Definition: Garter springs are long length extension springs with ends which are modified in different manners in order to make them connect and form a garter belt.
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Garter Belt
Other term for garter springs.
Wire Diameter
Measurement of wire thickness.
Outer Diameter
Measurement of the thickness of the coils that make up the extension spring’s body.
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Definition:
Stainless Steel Springs are manufactured out of 302, 316, or 17-7 spring tempered wire and have an ASTM A-313.
Acxess Spring has many manufacturing capabilities and uses several types of wires in order to satisfy the customer’s needs. One of the most popular wire types besides music wire is stainless steel. Stainless steel is non-corrosive and may be used under high temperatures or moist environments.
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Definition:
Coil compression springs which are installed inside a device for managing the travel of a substance (liquid or gas). Valves apply and release pressure.
Get your springs for valves at Acxess Spring! We have over 30 years of experience in the spring industry as well as the best spring technology online. No only are we able to manufacture your coil compression springs for valves , but we’re able to help you design it so that you’re sure that they will work ...
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For instructions on how to use our Free Online Spring Calculator visit our pages:
Compression Spring Calculator Instructions
Extension Spring Calculator Instructions
Torsion Spring Calculator Instructions
Definition:
Spring calculator which calculates spring pitch. Spring pitch is the distance in between a helical spring’s adjacent coils from center of wire to center of wire. ...
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Definition - The distance of deflection between the free length and a required loaded height when a spring is compressed.
A compression spring’s elasticity is based on its physical dimensions . Using these measurements and the material type properties , you can calculate potential spring compression. The maximum spring compression is the realistic value based on your spring’s current dimensions.
Potential Spring Compression
Potential compression will tell you t...
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Definition: Torsion springs are tightly coiled round wires with straight wires coming off the ends which make the legs of the torsional spring.
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Torsional Spring
Another term used for torsion springs.
Direction of Wind
The direction in which your spring’s coils are wound. Learn how to determine the direction of wind using the diagram to the right.
Free Position
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Acxess Spring is one of the leading double torsion spring manufacturers in Southern California and around the globe. We are one of the few double torsion spring suppliers that offer double torsion springs at the highest quality, have 5-day lead times on custom springs, and a 15-day satisfaction guarantee. No double torsion spring supplier will beat Acxess Spring's level of expertise, spring design knowledge, lead time, pricing, or customer satisfaction.
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At Acxess Spring we aim to manufacture your custom springs with precision as there are certain standard industry tolerances that must be adhered to. Below you will find a list of all the standard tolerances for compression springs, extension springs, torsion springs, garter springs, and conical and barrel springs.
Standard Compression Spring Tolerances
Outer/Inner Diameter Tolerances
0.025” to 0.050” ± 0.002”
0.051” to 0.100” ± 0.003”...
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In today's Industry 4.0 , the technological breakthroughs made by Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things (IoT) has everyone looking for the next big thing that will allow them to work faster and smarter than ever. Especially product designers and engineers who are tasked with ensuring that the spring components in their designs will not only fit into the application, but will also execute at the performance required. This is why Acxess Spring has launched the new and improved Instant Spri...
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Acxess Spring is a Southern California compression spring manufacturer and distributor located in Colton, CA. This means that it is in the Los Angeles and San Diego area as well as many other smaller towns such as:
Colton
Anaheim
Santa Barbara
Palm Springs
Long Beach
San Bernardino
Bakersfield
Irvine
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Stock Compression Spring Catalogue Definition:
A stock compression spring catalogue is made when a spring company starts manufacturing different compression spring designs and keeps them in stock or inventory . These stock compression springs are then put in a catalog including their specific part number as well as the dimensions of the stock compression spring so that customers may buy springs which are off-the-shelf and ready to be shipped out.
Buy your stock comp...
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Acxess Spring is making spring design easy with our amazing spring calculator . Our Spring Creator Calculator is composed of three individual spring calculators. The Spring Creator, spring calculation software, features a compression spring calculator , an extension spring calculator , and a torsion spring calculator all with amazing new features. The main features of the spring calculators are easy to measure inputs, spring load calculations ...
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This article is about - the basic steps to designing a coil spring that’ll both fit adequately and will work as required as far as working loads.
With our spring calculator, Spring Creator, at Acxess Spring we make all of your coil spring design procedures seem basic. It is just so user-friendly and easy to use. It requires very minimal information on your spring to give you all of the information you need to know about a spring design. You can eas...
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Acxess Spring is a spring fabrication company where custom and stock springs are manufactured within the factory’s installations.
The Acxess Spring mfg. factory is located in Colton, CA. Our address and contact information is provided in our contact page as well as a contact form where you can request for quotes or send in inquiries. You may also call in and ask to speak to one of our experienced engineers and receive assistance on your design.
At our Acxess Spring factory buil...
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Spring Calculator Instructions TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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Use our spring force constant calculator to find the force in a spring. To calculate spring force constant enter the inputs and click calculate. Outputs include compression spring force, force on a spring, spring force constant, and spring rates. This is also a spring rates calculator that calculates spring rates. The spring constant is also known as your spring rate or compression spring rate. How to measure spring rate: enter your inputs into our spring force calculator and review y...
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Spring Calculator Instructions EXTENSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to in...
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Find stock and specialty compression, extension, torsion, and conical springs at Acxess Spring.
We have over 30 years of experience working on complex designs for several different industries. Whatever spring design you need to accomplish, whether it is a dual pitch compression spring or perhaps a spring with variable diameters like a barrel or barbell spring, we can do it.
Our wire diameter capacity ranges from 0.005” up to 1.250”. If you happen to need a spring with larger material, p...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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Definition:
A coil spring which is manufactured by leaving out the pitch or space in between the coils thus making all of its coils touch.
Close wound coil springs are those which don’t have any pitch in between the coils. Close wound coil springs off the machine are like extension springs without hooks. This example also applies to torsional coil springs and other more customized close wound coil spring designs.
Close Wound Exte...
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Definition: A guide to designing compression springs providing the user with several compression spring formulas and compression spring calculations which are required to achieve a functional compression spring design.
Are you in need of assistance on your compression spring design? At Acxess Spring, we’ve got you covered with this exceptional compression spring design guide. Besides our design guide, our website is also filled with technical articles which will also help you in designing a...
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Description:
Here we show you how to solve the problems you might encounter when designing a compression spring by using logic and certain compression spring calculations. There are many parameters that must be taken into consideration when designing a compression spring. From its physical dimensions to its force and elasticity. This is why we’ve written down a few problems and tips on compression spring design problems.
Compression Spring Design Problem #1
Your index is t...
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Definition: The variety in compression spring end types depends on how the ends of the compression spring are made depending on the requirements your compression spring will have to meet based on your device’s functions.
Choosing a compression spring end type can be rather difficult if you’re not informed on how each end type helps. This is why we’ve decided to provide you with all of the information you need in order to pick an end type. In the list of end types below you will lear...
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Definition: A guide on extension and tension spring design which includes design recommendations and the equations / formulas needed to achieve a reliable extension spring design.
Need help on your extension spring design ? Acxess Spring is here to help. Our website has many extension spring design articles which will help you in designing a reliable extension spring design. This extension spring design guide will help you by providing you with diagrams and the extension spring design form...
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Definition: The actual length of a compression spring without any sort of load or force being placed on it.
When a load or force is placed on a compression spring, its length deflects . Even if the load or force is very small, the length of the spring may travel a few thousandths of an inch. The amount of travel it will deflect depends on the spring’s strength/stiffness and the amount of load being placed. The free length of your spring is the length it has right when it comes of...
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Definition: The equations needed in order to calculate the dimensions , flexibility, or strength of a helical spring design.
Helical spring design equations are the key to finding out if a spring will function the way you expect them to in your device or mechanism. These helical spring design equations will help you calculate your helical spring’s physical dimensions as well as the force and travel your spring will eject once it is in function.
There are many basic helical s...
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Stock Extension Spring Catalogue Definition:
A stock extension spring catalogue is made when a spring company starts manufacturing different extension spring designs and keeps them in stock or inventory . These standard extension springs are then put in a stock extension spring catalog where they are arranged by their specific part number and dimensions.
Buy your stock extension springs at Acxess Spring where we provide you with access to our new, online stock sprin...
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Stock Torsion Springs Catalogue Definition:
A stock torsion spring catalogue is made when a spring company starts manufacturing different torsion spring designs and keeps them in stock or inventory . These standard torsion springs are then put in a stock torsion spring catalog where they are arranged by their specific part number and dimensions .
Buy your stock torsion springs at Acxess Spring where we provide you with access to our new, online stock spring store: "T...
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What Does Spring Rate Mean?
Definition: Spring rate is the proportion of a spring’s force (pounds or newtons) to one unit of travel (inch or millimeter). It is a constant value which helps you calculate how much load you will need with a specific distance traveled and it will also help you calculate how much travel you will achieve with a certain load.
Spring rate is a value measured in either pounds per inch (in the royal system) or newtons per millimeter (in the metri...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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Definition: The calculation of a spring’s working loads when it is in a pre-loaded state.
Pre-load is very useful when installing your coil spring into your mechanism or application . Pre-load can help you hold your spring in place due to the tension built up in between the components of your mechanism and the spring itself. Its coils will compress or extend slightly therefore building up energy or force which the spring exerts in order to return to its original position.
Pre-load...
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Definition: The width of the inside of a coil spring’s diameter; measured from the center of the helix. The formula to calculate inner diameter is outer diameter minus two wire diameters. Dinner=Douter–2d
Knowing the inner diameter of your coil spring whether it is compression, torsion, and sometimes extension, is very useful for various reasons which are going to be listed below.
Compression Spring Inner Diameter
Some compression springs are placed over a shaf...
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Spring Calculator Instructions EXTENSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Maximum Spring Compression Definition:
Maximum spring compression is the "maximum travel considering solid height" of a compression spring also known as the safe travel distance which your spring can travel safely without any permanent set caused by fatigue and stress.
Our maximum spring compression calculator provides you with the maximum spring compression also known as both the "true maximum travel" and the "maximum travel considering solid height". You w...
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Definition: The maximum spring extension of a tension spring is the elastic limit the spring is able to achieve due to the proportion of its physical dimensions.
Our spring calculator, Spring Creator, is able to calculate your tension spring’s elastic limit using a maximum spring extension equation which has been added into its calculating software. This value on our calculator is known as Maximum Safe Travel Considering Hook Stress (TravelmaxHS). By making the distance tra...
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Active Coils (na)
Those coils which are free to deflect under load.
Angular relationship of ends
The relative position of the plane of the hooks or loops of extension springs to each other.
Baking
Heating of electroplated springs to relieve hydrogen embrittlement.
Buckling
Bowing or lateral deflection of compression springs when compressed, related to the slenderness ratio (L/D).
Closed ends
Ends of compression springs where pitch of t...
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Custom and stock springs offer different advantages. It is necessary to understand that they are both available because different situations call for different options. At TheSpringStore.com you can purchase just one or two springs of different kinds. However, custom springs usually need to be purchased in larger quantity lots. Today we want to further explain why and how this works.
Custom springs are specialty manufactured designs that are made to match the dimensions you call out. This mea...
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Spring Calculator Instructions EXTENSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Springs are made to be quite practical and sturdy components. However, if placed under the wrong conditions or not properly cared for, they can fail and cause your entire device to malfunction. There are different conditions and situations that can cause this, and it is important to be aware of them in order to prevent a dangerous or disastrous malfunction.
Excessive load.
It is very important that you always consider what the max. load for your spring is, ...
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Definition: The ends of a tension or extension spring which form a hook, loop or radius.
Extension springs have hooks because their function is for their coils to be pulled apart. These hooks will be connected to certain components that are to be involved in cycles of pulling on the tension spring and returning to its free, pre-loaded or unloaded state.
Machine Hooks: Machine hooks are one of the two most commonly used type of hooks. These hooks are used in m...
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Definition:
Helically wound spirals forming a set of coils which make up a spring. This spring is used to exert a rotational force therefore making this a helical torsion spring.
Helical torsion springs are used to conserve and eject a radial force...
When a load is placed on one or both of the helical torsion spring's legs, they will travel in a rotational form. This is called torque. The function of helical torsion springs is for its legs to travel a certain amo...
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Definition:
The angle a torsion spring’s legs simulate when it is in its free position. This angle is determined by the total amount of coils this spring has since the legs start at the point where the coil ends. Also known as its unloaded position.
Determining the free position of a torsion spring based on its total coils is not an easy task. Here we will show you just how to do so. If you have a spring with 4.25 coils, for example, the free position would be of 90º (degrees). The ...
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The world of spring manufacturing has just gotten a whole lot easier! We are excited to introduce the Instant Spring Quote (ISQ) tool , a groundbreaking innovation designed by Acxess Spring, to revolutionize the way you source springs. The ISQ tool simplifies the entire process and puts the power of a selection of over 70 Trillion Spring Configurations at your fingertips. Say goodbye to tedious back-and-forth communication, waiting for quotes, and very limited options. With the ISQ tool,...
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For decades, Acxess Spring has been at the forefront of empowering its consumers with powerful and innovative technology to ease both the design and procurement stages of their product’s supply chain. The Spring Creator design software, for example, has served as an industry standard by providing its users with an easy-to-use platform to calculate vital parameters of their mechanical springs. This tool has stood the test of time in assisting manufacturers, engineers, and hobbyists alike; and it i...
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Buy compression springs in Las Vegas, Nevada by buying your springs from Acxess Spring. We are located in the city of Colton, California; making us the nearest wire spring company.
Acxess Spring company was founded in the year of 1996 by Alfonso Jaramillo Jr. Alfonso had extensive experience in the spring industry by working for some of the biggest spring companies in the United States. Alfonso went out and started a completely different kind of spring company usi...
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Definition
Custom coil springs manufactured to meet a specific design made by the user to meet their mechanism’s requirements. Made to the dimensions the customer orders.
Springs Made to Order
Coil springs made to order are also known as custom springs or specialty springs. Acxess spring manufactures many types of coil springs made to order. The most basic coil springs are compression springs , extension springs , torsional spri...
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Stock Conical Spring Catalogue Definition:
A stock conical spring catalogue is made when a spring company starts manufacturing different tapered spring designs and keeps them in stock or inventory. These standard conical springs are then put in a stock conical spring catalog where they are arranged by their specific part number and spring dimensions .
Buy your stock conical springs at Acxess Spring where we provide you with access to our new, online stock spring sto...
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Open Coil Helical Springs Definition
A helical spring who’s coils are open thus having pitch in between them.
Open coil helical springs are known as compression springs. There are several types of compression springs and they are identified by the customization of the coil diameters within the body; meaning that some types of compression springs have different shapes due to the coil diameters within their body being different. The different types of open coil helical spri...
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Shopping online can be very overwhelming, so if you’re trying to decide where to buy springs we actually have a few options for you.
At Acxess Spring we manufacture several types of springs and keep a stock inventory for retail sales which are a faster and much economical way to purchase small quantities of springs. Any spring company can say the same, though. What makes Acxess Spring the best spring company is our technology advancements and how we make it simple for all users to approach...
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Definition:
Torsional springs also known as torsion or rotational springs used to exert a radial/rotational force in horse trailer ramps.
1) Weights and Measures
The first step is to weigh and measure such ramp. The correct way to weigh this ramp is to do so while it is uninstalled so you get the dead weight of the ramp in pounds. Next, you must measure the length of the ramp in feet. These two values must be multiplied together and then multiplied by two to get the total ...
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Definition: An extension spring’s measurement of tension is the measurement of its force.
To begin with, extension springs are , already loaded due to the fact that they have force stored in between its coils before even extending it. This means that the calculation of your tension spring’s working loads is not only met by using your spring rate but also by adding that additional initial tension.
For instructions on how to ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Is there a spring design you would like to have made but are not sure where to begin? At Acxess Spring, we will soon be able to offer over 1,000,000 pre-designed and pre-quoted compression springs ready to purchase .
This useful tool will help you in several scenarios. Let`s say you have to meet a deadline and need your springs fast! It normally takes three to five weeks to get a custom spring after you have designed it and signed the toleranc...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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Extension springs are used in different devices to allow a pull and return force to fulfill a certain automatized function in the product. Extension springs are less common than compression springs but they are just as important and highly necessary in all kinds of projects. In fact they can be key components but can be a little more complicated to design and even harder to find someone who will manufacture the exact extension spring you require.
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Trailer Ramp Spring-Casa Study
We recently worked with a customer who was looking for
torsion springs (for his trailer ramp). He had purchased trailer ramp springs from a different company. The other company was not a spring company, rather a trailer ramp company. From what the customer explained, they had different spring ratings and they sold him some that fit, but the springs were failing; they were breaking after just a few times of deflection.
We informed the customer that we could d...
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Discover Springs with ease: With our new Spring Finder Tool
- Toggle ID / OD
We've introduced a new feature that allows you to search by both the spring's ID (internal diameter) and OD (outer diameter). Simply click the corresponding button, and you can input the spring's dimensions, making it easier to find it among the thousands of springs we have available for you. ...
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Definition: The calculation of the mass weight of a coil spring based on its wire size, outer diameter, number of coils, and density of wire. Can be calculated using the corresponding formulas and equations.
Calculating the weight of your spring is necessary for both engineering and manufacturing reasons. They are required in the engineering phase when you need for this spring to be light in your application. When it comes to the making of your spring, we might need to know the weight of th...
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Definition
Wire wound spirally in order to form coils one on top of the other to make up a coil spring.
Coil springs can be either
compression ,
torsion ,
extension , or
conical springs because all of these springs are made up of helically wound
coils of wire . There are many calculations these
coil springs have in common when it comes to their
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Here at Acxess Spring we like to educate people about all areas of spring design . One major area that is very diverse and misunderstood is spring wire. There are multiple types of wire each with a vast degree of thicknesses. This makes understanding which wire type and size to choose for your spring design complicated. In the following article we are going to define some common terms that will help you gain more knowledge about the wire industry .
1. Heat Number
The heat nu...
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The springs at Acxess Spring are made of metal, round wire. The wire can be of different material types which are divided into different categories. Such categories are high-carbon spring wire, alloy steel wire, stainless steel wire, and more extravagant categories such as non-ferrous alloy wire and high-temperature alloy wire.
The most popular though, are high carbon, alloy steel, and stainless steel wires. You can see the breakdown for non-ferrous alloys and high-temperature ...
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When buying custom springs it is important to keep in mind that all custom springs are created after the order is placed, and therefore, need to be placed with plenty of time ahead. In many cases custom springs take about 5-6 weeks to be sent out, but at Acxess Spring, we try to be more agile in our lead times. Our common lead times are 4 to 5 weeks and in some cases we can offer expedite lead times of 1 to 2.5 weeks at an additional charge. There are also other important steps you can take to en...
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When a wire is wound 360 in a spiral shape, it creates coils, and this is how springs are made. Compression springs have pitch (space) between each coil and this allows them to fulfill their function of absorbing and releasing energy (compressing and then returning to their original shape). The amount of coils a spring has can determine different things, such as force, elasticity, and memory. That is why coil count is an important aspect of selecting or creating a custom spring.
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Definition
The extended length of a coil tension spring is the total length of the extension spring once it is extended by a pulling load or force.
Coil tension springs have hooks on the ends because they are meant to be pulled on. This way one of the hooks is installed into a stationary object while the other is installed onto the object that will be applying the force or load. This object will extend the spring once a load is applied therefore making it reach a desired extende...
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March is a lucky month for many! With Women's International day right around the corner, as well as St. Patrick’s day, and other important dates, we wanted to get into the spirit by offering new sales and promotions. March is also known as Irish-American Heritage month, and to celebrate, we are giving all clients that have an Irish background a free gift when they call in to place their order. The gift may vary based on stock.
We will also be having a stock spring sale during ...
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Order Terms
Quotations:
All quotations are based on the most current information available regarding labor, material and outside service costs. Lead times are based on production backlogs at the time of the quotation. Clerical errors are subject to correction.
Product Returns
In the event there is a problem with your order, it will be necessary to obtain an return materials authorization number prior to returning any parts to Acxess Spring. The RMA number issued will be referenced in all ma...
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In response to the COVID-19 virus outbreak in the world, the USA has decided to take extra precautions to protect those most vulnerable and has asked all those who can avoid social gatherings and being in crowded places to stay home and take precautionary measures.
Here at Acxess Spring we have implemented several procedures to protect everyone’s health as we remain open and operating to serve all our customers. We are abiding by strict health guidelines as ...
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Introducing the incredible Online Spring Force Tester (OSFT) brought to you through Acxess Spring’s Instant Spring Quote (ISQ) , and now available for custom springs. It is a revolutionary tool that brings the world of spring design to your fingertips. Imagine having the power to create , verify , and purchase custom springs all within the same platform. Gone are the days of complex calculations and endless iterations. With the OSFT and the rest of the ISQ features, designing and verifyi...
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Buy your stock compression springs , stock extension springs , stock torsion springs , and stock conical springs online at The Spring Store by Acxess Spring. Over 70 trillions spring configurations designs online and in stock. All you need is a couple of your compression, extension, torsion, or conical spring’s dimensions to find your stock springs.
Buying stock springs online is the most economical way to purchase prototype testing samples. This is because, when purchasi...
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The process to make and manufacture compression springs is provided in this page along with pictures and examples of how it is done. We also provide you with compression spring design guides , our spring calculator , and the opportunity to contact our spring engineer to help you with your design.
Whether you’re on the page just looking to find out how springs are made or are looking for a company to manufacture your company’s coil springs, you’ll find all the information you need here...
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To find the spring constant k of a spring use the spring constant equation below. The definition of spring constant k: The rate of force required to move the spring 1 inch of distance or in millimeters the rate of force required to move the spring 1 millimeter of distance. Units of spring constant are in either inches, or millimeters. A spring constant unit is then multiplied by the amount of distance traveled by a spring thus giving you your spring force . To calculate spring constant ...
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Coil springs are wound in one direction, they can either be right-hand wound or left-hand wound. The direction in which a metal spring is wound can seem like a minor detail and easy to overlook. However, it plays an important role and can actually make a big difference in its performance of the spring within your device or application.
When it comes to compression and extension springs the most common and popular direction of wind is right hand. Out of all compression and extension springs manufacture...
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Ever wondered what secondaries are and why they matter? At Acxess Springs we know the importance of specialty springs and have always strived to make custom springs a high-quality affordable reality for our customers. From selecting the material type to the exact dimensions and specs you want, when you buy a custom spring you can choose exactly what you need from your springs but you may not know that stock springs can also have some enhancements made to them.
Secondaries are the additional c...
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3D Stock Compression Spring Cad Drawings
3D Stock Compression Spring Cad Drawings
In Honor of our 25th Anniversary
At Acxess Spring we are celebrating our 25th year anniversary and what better way to celebrate than with our customers. We have decided to share one of our biggest accomplishments with you guys to thank you for all of yo...
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Looking to determine the spring constant (k) for a specific spring? You're in the right place. The spring constant, denoted as 'k,' represents the rate of force required to move a spring over a defined distance. This distance can be either in inches or millimeters, depending on your preference. With the spring constant units in either inches or millimeters, you can easily calculate the spring force for your specific needs. To find the spring constant, you'll need to have a few key values han...
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Definition - The calculation or measurement of the length of the wire used to make a helical coil spring.
To calculate spring wire length per coil, you must subtract the wire diameter from the outer diameter in order to get mean diameter. Once you have calculated mean diameter, multiply it by pi (3.14); this will give you the length of wire per coil.
To calculate the length of wire to make a compression spring , multiply the length of wire per coil by the t...
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If you are trying to make a device that uses springs or need to buy a compression spring replacement for your machine you need to know the different names and parts of a compression spring. There are 6 main dimensions of a compression spring that you need to know and be able to identify. Once you can identify these then you can move on to understanding other important terms such as Coil Count, Spring Index , and Spring Rate that all form part of comprehending the function of the spring. These w...
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At Acxess Spring we aim to manufacture your custom springs with precision as there are certain standard industry tolerances that must be adhered to. Below you will find a list of all the standard tolerances for compression springs, extension springs, torsion springs, garter springs, and conical and barrel springs.
Standard Compression Spring Tolerances
Outer/Inner Diameter Tolerances
0.6350mm to 1.2700mm ± 0.0508mm
1.2701mm to 2.5400mm ± 0.0762mm...
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At Acxess Spring we are all about delivering quality and service at competitive prices. We know how much a spring matters and we do not take this lightly. We also know that a spring can make all the difference in a life-changing product or tool, and we take great pride and responsibility in ensuring that our springs not only meet industry standards, but surpass most expectations. That is why it is so important to us that our customers understand that, for us, quality is not just a word, it is an e...
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In the developing stages of an engineering or manufacturing project, knowing how to properly measure your spring can save you tons of money and, most importantly, time. We’ve already told you what you need to measure in
“How to Measure a Compression Spring” . Now, we’re gonna show you how to do it with the right tool: a caliper. Click here to find out what a caliper is .
How to Measure My Spring Using a Caliper?
Step 1 - Measure t...
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Definition of Heat Treating Springs:
Wire springs are placed in an oven or furnace for a certain time and temperature to relieve stress as well as to temper the spring wire to give the spring its elasticity and memory .
Acxess Spring's Heat Treating Chart
Material
Outer Diameter - Opens / Closes
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Aluminum
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For instructions on how to use our Free Online Spring Calculator visit our pages:
Compression Spring Calculator Instructions
Extension Spring Calculator Instructions
Torsion Spring Calculator Instructions
Definition
Spring deflection, also known as spring travel, is the action of a compression spring compressing (being pushed), an extension spring extending (being pulled), or a torsion spri...
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Definition:
A constant force helical compression spring design calculator able to calculate the constant or rate of a helical compression spring design as well as safe maximum load and safe maximum travel.
Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, ...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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Torsion Springs: Enhancing Performance in Medical Instruments Torsion springs , with their ability to store and release angular energy, have become indispensable components in the medical field, particularly in enhancing the performance and reliability of various medical instruments. From surgical tools to diagnostic equipment, the precise application of torsion springs significantly improves device functionality and patient outcomes. This comprehensive exploration delves into the unique design chal...
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Definition: Torsional torsion springs designed and manufactured to be installed into gates,trailer ramps, doors, hatches, and lids to complete a leverage function by making it easier to lift or lower the gate, ramp, lid, or door.
The springs used for trailer ramps, doors, hatches, gates and lids are torsion springs . These springs are made up of round wire helically wound to make coils. The ends of torsional springs are known as legs for the wire on the end coils sticks out as if it w...
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Definition:
A preloaded helical spring used specifically inside of an auto-injector syringe to inject a single or multiple dose of a particular medication by people who are in need of these injections.
Auto-injector syringes are an advanced device in the medical industry which has helped unexperienced patients administer injected medications in the commodity of their homes or on the go. These devices are spring-operated and operate similar to a ball-point pen. The needle...
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When requesting a custom spring we are aware that each customer has different needs and requests. That is why, at Acxess Spring, we leave your options open regarding the information you requests. We understand that some clients need material certs while others require that the springs be tested for certain specifications.
Your spring design blueprint comes with a reliable spring analysis . However, very specific and precise applications may require additional tes...
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Wire Form
Acxess Spring is one of the leading wire form manufacturers in Southern California and around the globe. We are one of the few wire form suppliers that offer formed wire at the highest quality, have 5-day lead times on custom wire forms, and a 15-day satisfaction guarantee.
No wire form manufacturer will beat Acxess Spring's level of expertise, spring ...
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Type of Springs That Are out of Our Manufacturing Range.
When it comes to custom springs there is a vast variety of springs that we can make. From compression to torsion, and even conical or extension, each has numerous variants that make each custom spring special. However, there are certain variants of springs that may fall outside our manufacturing capacity. It is not very often this happens, but if it does, we want to make you aware of the options you have.
Requests That Are Out...
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Tapered springs are a special type of spring that belong to the compression spring family because of their compressing function. These special springs are more commonly called conical springs. Tapered springs come quite handy in tight spaces and when devices have special requirements that cannot be met by regular compression springs.
1. Conical Shape
Their helically tapered coiled shape gives them their name. Since tapered means to gradually lessen or ...
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Is your extension spring failing to fulfill your requirements?
Extension spring failure happens when a spring is either too weak and can’t meet the loads, or too strong and over stressed. If the spring is too weak, it will achieve a longer loaded length than required under your desired load. If it is too strong, it might not stretch enough or it may be caused to take a set if forced to travel beyond its capacities.
When an extension spring is highly stressed, it will ...
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1. Poorly designed springs fail faster and weigh more
A spring analysis will optimize your design and save you money.
2. More coils in your spring makes it weaker
With fewer coils you create more force
3. Did you know that Conical Springs use less space?
Because a conical spring compresses telescopically
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Spring Calculator Instructions EXTENSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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When it comes to coil springs the term “diameter” can be tossed around often and it is an important word used in different parts of the coil spring dimensions. It is used to describe the width of the spring’s coils but it is important to pay attention to what kind of diameter is being referred to, especially when it comes to compression springs.
In compression springs, there are four main times where the word diameter is used in relation to spring specs. These are: wire diameter, outer ...
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Definition
The calculation of the amount of constant force it takes a coil compression spring to compress down to a loaded height is calculated by multiplying the force by the distance the coil compression spring is expected to travel. The unit of measurement for constant force is lbf/in which stands for pounds of force per inch.
Spring Calculator Instructions ...
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The Role of Compression Springs in Robotic Exoskeletons Introduction The integration of compression springs into the realm of robotic exoskeletons represents a significant technological leap forward in both robotics and wearable technologies. These innovative systems, initially conceptualized for military applications, have rapidly transitioned into various sectors, including healthcare for rehabilitation, industrial applications for augmented labor, and personal mobility aids. The nuan...
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There are several factors that can affect the life cycle of your springs. One main factor is exceeding your spring’s elasticity and load limits. Other factors that will affect your spring’s fatigue life are its environmental surroundings and any friction as well as the impact it is submitted to.
Exceeding your spring’s max safe travel or max safe load is the main reason it can fail and take a permanent set . A spring isn’t always capable of traveling down to solid height. If your...
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Custom torsion springs can be tricky to quote and therefore, harder to find and buy online. However, we have eliminated the hassle and made it simple to quote and buy quality torsion springs in an instant, thanks to our ISQ (Instant Spring Quote tool) .
Our Instant Spring Quote is a fast, easy, and reliable way to quote torsion springs. It allows you to instantly look for custom spring pricing and buy the metal spring you need at a high discount based on the quantity you select. Our curren...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION EXTENSION TORSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: ...
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Definition of Parallel Spring Rate:
The calculation of spring rate when more than one spring is supporting a structure either side by side or one on top of the other.
Calculate Rate of Springs in Parallel
Parallel spring rate is when you have two or more springs next to each other working together to support a structure. The spring rate of each spring is added together to calculate the equivalent constant force these springs will execute in your device or mecha...
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Buying stock or custom torsion springs should not be hard, that is why we made it our job at Acxess Spring to make it easy and affordable to obtain the torsion springs you need at the best price. Today we want to address some common questions regarding Torsion spring pricing and what you need to consider when deciding whether to buy a stock or custom torsion spring.
What Torsion Springs Cost is Based On
A torsion spring's price or cost is based on different factors. The main factors t...
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Small Components, Big Impact: Micro Springs in Medical Applications In the realm of medical device manufacturing, the significance of small components like micro springs cannot be overstated. These tiny yet essential elements play critical roles in a wide array of medical instruments and devices, from minimally invasive surgical tools to implantable medical devices. This article delves into the world of micro springs, exploring their applications, design challenges, and the innovative solutions...
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We previously discussed the beginning stages of the order process. This included creating a blueprint, verifying your design and placing an order with us. However, there is much more to the order process than what most of our customers are aware of. Take a look at some of the steps that happen behind the scenes after we receive a custom spring order.
Note: Steps 1-4 are the front end order process that occurs as we communicate back and forth in order to fine point your order details. Read the...
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When buying a custom or stock spring it is important for you to know and understand the type of motion you need the spring to carry out so you can select the proper type of spring and then dive deeper into the dimensions and specs you want that type of spring to have.
There are three main types of coil metal springs: compression springs, extension springs, and torsion springs. However, you may find that each of these spring types can be subcategorized and even known by different names. Today...
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Empowering Design and Innovation: The Role of Hooke's Law Calculators in Compression Spring Engineering In the intricate world of engineering and manufacturing, the design and optimization of compression springs are critical for a wide array of applications, from automotive suspensions to precision medical devices. Central to this task is the application of Hooke's Law, a fundamental principle that asserts the force required to compress a spring by a certain distance is proportional to that distance....
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Revolutionizing Torsion Spring Design with Acxess Spring's Hooke’s Law Calculator Torsion springs, essential for applications requiring rotational force or torque, are crucial in various industries, including automotive, consumer electronics, and industrial machinery. The design and optimization of these springs are fundamentally guided by Hooke's Law, which in the context of torsion springs, relates the torque (T) applied to the spring to the angle (θ) by which the spring is twisted: T=k...
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Mastering Extension Spring Design with Acxess Spring's Hooke's Law Calculator In the dynamic realm of product development and mechanical engineering, extension or tension springs are indispensable in a vast array of applications, from the robust machinery of agriculture to the precision mechanisms in electronic devices. The key to designing these springs for optimal functionality, reliability, and performance lies in the meticulous application of Hooke's Law , which states that the force (F) require...
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How to use our stock 3D CAD Compression Spring Drawings
How to use our stock 3D CAD Compression Spring Drawings
How to use our stock 3D CAD Compression Spring Drawings
At Acxess Spring we are celebrating our 25th year anniversary in honor of this we have created 3D CAD drawings for all our 40,000 Stock Springs online. This includes FREE 3D CAD Drawings for all stock Co...
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How to use our stock 3D CAD Extension Spring Drawings
How to use our stock 3D CAD Extension Spring Drawings
How to use our stock 3D CAD Extension Spring Drawings
Acxess Spring is celebrating 25 years, in honor of this we have created 3D CAD drawings for all our 40,000 Stock Springs online. This means, FREE 3D CAD Drawings for all stock Compression Springs, Extension Springs...
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How to use our stock 3D CAD Torsion Spring Drawings
How to use our stock 3D CAD Torsion Spring Drawings
How to use our stock 3D CAD Torsion Spring Drawings
Acxess Spring is celebrating 25 years, in honor of this we have created 3D CAD drawings for all our 40,000 Stock Springs online. This means, FREE 3D CAD Drawings for all stock Compression Springs, Extension Springs, Tors...
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How to use our stock 3D CAD Conical Spring Drawings
How to use our stock 3D CAD Conical Spring Drawings
How to use our stock 3D CAD Conical Spring Drawings
This year we are honoring our 25th Anniversary here at Acxess Spring, and we have created 3D CAD drawings for all of our 40,000 Stock Springs online to share with all of our amazing customers. That is 40,000 Stock Spring...
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In the fast-paced, precision-oriented world of mechanical engineering, there's a dire need for tools that streamline design and fabrication processes. The language and communications offered by blueprints and spec sheets is paramount. That's where Acxess Spring’s Instant Spring Quote (ISQ) shines. Its revolutionary 2D blueprints and spec sheets are the fastest and simplest way to bridge the gap between engineering and manufacturing. Let's delve into this user-friendly interface to understand how ...
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Welcome to Spring Creator 5.0 "The Future of Spring Design Calculation" The revolutionary tool for precise spring design. Easily calculate and design various types of springs while accessing relevant information. Follow our simple steps to harness the full potential of this powerful tool. Create your springs efficiently and effectively now! Spring Creator 5.0 Instructions Select your Spring Type: Select your Unit of Measure: English or Metr...
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Extension Spring Design in Industrial Machinery: The Application of Hooke’s Law Introduction In the realm of mechanical and industrial engineering, extension springs play a pivotal role. These small and often overlooked components are fundamental for the operation and efficiency of a wide array of machines. Their meticulous design, rooted in solid physical principles such as Hooke's Law, is crucial not just for optimal machine function but also for ensuring safety in industrial environment...
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In the realm of machinery manufacturing, the efficiency and longevity of machines heavily depend on the precise design and application of compression springs . Understanding Hooke's Law is fundamental in this process. Hooke's Law: A Foundation in Spring Design Hooke's Law states that the force exerted by a spring is proportional to its displacement. The formula is F=kx, where F is the force, k is the spring constant, and x is the spring's displacement from its equilibrium position. This re...
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The Engineering Behind Medical Springs: An In-depth Exploration of Design and Innovation The engineering of medical springs is a critical and intricate process in the medical device manufacturing industry, underpinning the functionality and reliability of a wide array of medical technologies. These springs, essential yet often overlooked, play vital roles across a broad spectrum of medical devices, from precision surgical instruments to life-sustaining implantable devices. This detailed exploration d...
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Buy Your Conical Springs in 3 simple steps with the new
Spring Finder 5.0
If you can imagine it, CHANCES are, we have your SPRING IN STOCK!
We have over 70 TRILLION different spring designs available !
Quickly find the correct spring IN 3 easy steps.
Stock Conical Springs Search Now Attention! Input results sh...
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Buy Your Compression Springs in 3 simple steps with the new
Spring Finder 5.0
If you can imagine it, CHANCES are, we have your SPRING IN STOCK!
We have over 70 TRILLION different spring designs available !
Quickly find the correct spring IN 3 easy steps.
Stock Compression Springs Search Now Attention! Input r...
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Buy Your Extension Springs in 3 simple steps with the new
Spring Finder 5.0
If you can imagine it, CHANCES are, we have your SPRING IN STOCK!
We have over 70 TRILLION different spring designs available !
Quickly find the correct spring IN 3 easy steps.
Stock Extension Springs Search Now Attention! Input results ...
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Buy Your Torsion Springs in 3 simple steps with the new
Spring Finder 5.0
If you can imagine it, CHANCES are, we have your SPRING IN STOCK!
We have over 70 TRILLION different spring designs available !
Quickly find the correct spring IN 3 easy steps.
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Date: January 2020
Phone: (951) 276-2777
Email: contact@acxesspring.com
[Acxess Spring announced today that they will be significantly decreasing prices instead of increasing them this year in over 31,000 of their part numbers ]
Listening to the customers helped them make this decision on how to best serve them.
They carefully thought about their customer’s budget and how to thank them for their loyalty.
They Over Delivered
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Discover the Perfect Spring
in 3 simple steps with the new
Spring Finder 5.0
If you can imagine it, there's a CHANCE we've your SPRING IN STOCK!
We have over 70 TRILLON different spring designs !
Quickly find the correct spring WITH 3 easy steps.
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Spring Constant Units Calculator
In today's fast-paced engineering landscape, precision and efficiency are paramount. The spring constant, a fundamental aspect of spring design, plays a pivotal role in your compression, extension, and torsion spring projects. This article is your gateway to mastering the art of spring constant units, which are measured in pounds of force per inch (lbf/in) or newtons per millimeter (N/mm) for compression and extension...
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Some of the most common reasons for not generating an Instant Spring Quote can be easily remedied by addressing one or more of the issues below. Please use the table to determine how to adjust your design to generate an Instant Spring Quote .
For a list of available wire sizes, Click here!
Compression Spring Warnings
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Find all of the technical information articles displayed in alphabetical order. Learn how to calculate several spring specifications such as spring rate, load, travel/deflection, coil count, and much more. Our most helpful/popular articles will be highlighted for easy browsing. Click on a title below to read more about the subject.
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Where and When We Started
Acxess Spring ...
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Acxess Spring is a custom and stock spring company as we specialize on making different types of springs such as compression springs extension springs torsion springs wire rings
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Our Story From The President
“We’ve always had a higher purpose”
From the beginning in 1996 our objective as a company was always clear:
People looking for custom or stock springs needed and deserved a more efficient way to search, design, and obtain Instant Spring Quote on their custom and stock springs. Our Purpose has been to empower our customers and improve the quality of ...
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The Importance of Max Safe Travel and Max Load
The Importance of Max Safe Travel and Max Load
Maximum(Max) Safe Travel = Elastic Limit
When it comes to springs, the terms “maximum safe travel”, “elastic limit” and “taking a set” can be a little confusing to understand because they are all related. These terms are all related to the importance o...
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How To Measure Compression Springs
How To Measure Torsion Springs
How To Measure Extension Springs
About Acxess Spring
Stock Springs
How To Measure Garter Springs
Life With Springs #1 ...
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At Acxess Spring we are always looking forward to helping our customers find just what they need. We take great pride in the effort our team puts towards ensuring that all our customers receive the best service, highest quality metal springs at the best prices. But you don’t have to take our word for it. Here is what our customers have to say:
They have a huge variety of springs. Great place to have custom springs made. Customer service was fantastic and helped with every que...
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Spring Calculator Instructions COMPRESSION Attention! Input results shown will be +/- 10% from middle value. Hint: The closer your min and max inputs are, the more accurate your results will be! Choose Your Unit of Measure: English Metric Wire Diameter: to inches mm Outer Diameter Inner Diameter Outer Diameter: to inches mm ...
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Solid height for compression springs is defined as the point at which all wires in your spring are touching and no more force can be exerted by the spring. Solid height plays are crucial role in compression spring design .
A compression spring may be capable of exerting great amounts of force but solid height can greatly decrease those numbers. The most classic example of a compression spring traveling to solid height is a pen. When the button on the end of the pen is pushed, the spring...
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ABOUT OUR COMPANY
Acxess Spring is a spring manufacturing company that has been in business for over 20 years . Our experts have been in the spring industry for over 30 years and are passionate about innovating.
We have a custom spring division that focuses on designing specialty springs and manufacturing them. This means that if you have the need for it, we can help you create the ideal spring for the application you want.
Stock springs are commonly used for samples, pro...
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I am totally satisfied with my Acxess Spring experience. The springs were delivered on time and exactly as specified, dimensions were to rint and well within expected tolerances. Load values as used in my product were as specified, the springs work perfectly. I love your friendly service (Alfonso made me feel like he was really interested in
my business) and found your spring calculator web tool invaluable. On top of all that, your prices are very reasonable. Kudos for a great job! I will be orde...
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In today's fast-paced and competitive market, providing comprehensive and detailed information in sales quotes is essential for meeting customer expectations and achieving business success. By including spec sheets, CAD files, and even animations (like in our Spring Force Tester) in your sales quotes, you can streamline the purchasing process and boost customer satisfaction. Platforms like Instant Spring Quote (ISQ) and services provided by Acxess Spring are prime examples of how integrating ...
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Both the outer diameter and inner diameter of a spring are basic and vital terms in spring design. Both terms assist in the design and purchase selection of the proper spring. If your compression spring is going inside a tube or enclosed space, you need to consider the outer diameter so you can ensure it will fit safely into such space. Outer diameter is also used to find inner diameter and mean diameter, two other terms common in spring design. If it is going around a tube or shaft then you wil...
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Determining the direction of wind for coil compression springs can be critical to the design and functioning of your application or project . In some cases, getting the wrong direction of wind will make your springs useless. A particular case is explained below, along with instructions and diagrams on how to determine the direction of wind for compression springs.
There are cases in which two coil springs are required to work together to improve force, yet keep the same elasticity and/or red...
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Identifying the direction of wind for a spring can be critical to the function of your device. With torsion springs, the direction of wind is extremely critical since it will determine the direction in which your spring will be deflecting as well.
The right way to determine the direction of wind of a spring is facing it as if looking down the barrel. With torsion springs, you must position it so that the back leg is at the top and in a horizontal position . Whichever way the back leg is p...
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In short, we manufacture coil metal springs , but we actually do much more than that. Our team works hand in hand with customers from all areas and industries to help them select ( or design ) the ideal spring.
We have created free online tools to provide a simpler, more accessible experience into the spring world. Our online spring tools are not designed by third parties.
All our spring design and quoting tools have been created and designed by our own skilled engineers, programm...
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Located in Southern California , Acxess Spring has been providing incredibly high quality springs at the most competitive prices for over 20 years.
DOWNEY Early 1990's
The Beggining of Acxess Spring
We began in a one car garage in Downey, CA over 20 years ago. We wanted to create springs that were not just coiled metal, but a little piece of something big so we worked one on one with our clients. We helped them develop the ideal spring for their a...
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Definition:
Helically wound wires that contain pitch or initial tension to exert energy when a spring is deflected or extended.
Compression Spring Active Coils
Did you know that all the coils on a compression spring are not active? The energy a spring exerts comes from its active coils and how much pitch there is in between each coil. This means that if your coil compression spring has closed and squared ends, closed and ground ends, or double closed ends, it wil...
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Determining the direction of wind for extension springs can be critical to the design and function of your application or project . In some cases, getting the wrong direction of wind will make your springs useless. Explained below is a common case where direction of wind is an essential factor. Also provided are instructions and diagrams explaining how to determine your extension spring’s wind direction.
When it comes to extension springs, the weakest point tends to be the hooks. Therefore...
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At Acxess Spring we make sure to provide you with the best quality of metal coil springs so there are certain quality control procedures and certificates available to make this happen.
Quality Control
Our quality control consists of measuring your springs to make sure they are within the dimension tolerances which apply to your spring design. The process starts by doing a “first article inspection”, then a “final article inspection”, and then a “Certificate ...
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We are proud to state that as of October 3, 2019 Acxess spring has been registered in conformance with ISO 9001:2015 (In respect to the following scope: Design Assistance and Manufacturing of Round Wire Metal Springs) by PJR
The ISO 9001:2015 certification ensures that those that acquire it have effectively implemented the international standard for their specific industry in regard to their management procedures. This helps ensure that the organization can better meet the need...
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Definition: The tension already gathered in between an extension spring’s coils to keep the coils together is called initial tension. Initial tension is released once the extension spring is extended to a point where you can see light in between the coils.
Extension spring rate is the constant force your spring exerts per inch of distance traveled. Initial tension will be added to this load in a non-concurring manner. This means that, unlike rate, initial tension will not increment, ...
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California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 The following section on the California Consumer Privacy Act (Cal. Civ. Code § 1798.100 et seq.) (“CCPA”), applies to California residents who have certain rights regarding Personal Information collected by Acxess Spring. It does not cover Personal Information not subject to the CCPA rights identified below, such as Personal Information we collect from our employees or job applicants. The CCPA does not extend all the rights identified below...
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Wire Cutting
Acxess Spring is very excited to introduce to our customers the additional service of wire straightening and wire cutting. If you have a coil of spring wire material and you need it straightened and cut to a particular wire length Acxess Spring can perform this task quickly and with precision . We also offer chamfered ends on both your cut wires and your spring's wire ends.
These straigh...
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This privacy policy sets out how Acxess Spring uses and protects any information that you give Acxess Spring when you use this website. Acxess Spring is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Should we ask you to provide certain information by which you can be identified when using this website, then you can be assured that it will only be used in accordance with this privacy statement. Acxess Spring may change this policy from time to time by updating this page. You are therefore advised ...
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For instructions on how to use our Free Online Spring Calculator visit our pages:
Compression Spring Calculator Instructions
Extension Spring Calculator Instructions
Torsion Spring Calculator Instructions
Some of the most common reasons for not generating an Instant Spring Quote can be easily remedied by addressing on or more of the issues below. Please use the table to determine how to ...
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