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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!

Outer Diameter:

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inches mm

Inner Diameter:

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inches mm

Free Length:

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inches mm

Wire Diameter:

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inches mm

Total Coils:

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Rate: ? Spring rate or spring constant: The amout of force required to move the spring 1 inch of distance or in millimeters the amount of force required to move the spring 1 millimeter of distance.

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lbs/in N/mm

Info! Please fill in one or more fields to narrow down your search.

Max. Load: ? The maximum amount of force or load you can place on this spring. If you put more force than this you will distort or fatigue the spring.

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lbs N

Max. Deflection (Max. Travel):

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inches mm

Solid Height:

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inches mm

* Required Field

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!

Outer Diameter:

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inches mm

Length Inside Hook:

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inches mm

Wire Diameter:

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inches mm

Info! Please fill in one or more fields to narrow down your search.

Max. Load: ? The maximum amount of force or load you can place on this spring. If you put more force than this you will distort or fatigue the spring.

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lbs N

Max. Deflection (Max. Travel):

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inches mm

Initial Tension: ? The force required to seperate the coils of an extension spring before the spring will extend.

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lbs N

Rate: ? Spring rate or spring constant: The amout of force required to move the spring 1 inch of distance or in millimeters the amount of force required to move the spring 1 millimeter of distance.

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lbs/in N/mm

* Required Field

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!

Outer Diameter:

to

inches mm

Inner Diameter:

to

inches mm

Free Position or Leg Position in degrees: ? Free Position or Leg Position in degrees

degrees

Total Coils:

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Wire Diameter:

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inches mm

Body Length:

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inches mm

Info! Please fill in one or more fields to narrow down your search.

Max. Torque: ? The amount of force applied to a torsion spring to radially move the springs leg a certain amount of degrees.

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lbs N

Max. Deflection (Degrees of travel):

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degrees

Rate: ? Torsion spring rate is the amount of radial force required to move the spring 360 degrees of distance. Divide the spring rate by 360 degrees to get the rate per degree

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in-lbs./deg. N-mm/deg.

Leg Length: ? Both legs are equal in length

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inches mm

* Required Field

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!

Small Outer Diameter:

to

inches mm

Large Outer Diameter:

to

inches mm

Free Length:

to

inches mm

Info! Please fill in one or more fields to narrow down your search.

Rate: ? Spring rate or spring constant: The amout of force required to move the spring 1 inch of distance or in millimeters the amount of force required to move the spring 1 millimeter of distance.

to

lbs/in N/mm

Total Coils:

to

Solid Height:

to

inches mm

Wire Diameter:

to

inches mm

Mastering Extension Spring Design with Acxess Spring's Hooke's Law Calculator

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) required to extend or compress a spring by a certain distance (x) is proportional to that distance. Mathematically, this principle is succinctly expressed as F=kx, where k is the spring constant, representing the spring's stiffness. Acxess Spring's Spring Creator 5.0 and Online Spring Force Tester stand as pioneering tools in this domain, providing advanced solutions for calculating and validating extension spring specifications. This exploration delves into the features of these tools, supplemented by industry case studies, to showcase their vital role in addressing design challenges and driving innovation, tailored for makers, manufacturers, inventors, innovators, and industry enthusiasts.

Navigating Design with Spring Creator 5.0

Spring Creator 5.0: Precision Design at Your Fingertips


Spring Creator 5.0 revolutionizes the extension spring design process, offering a user-friendly interface for inputting critical parameters such as wire diameter, outer diameter, length inside hook, along with the material type and desired hook type. Leveraging the Hooke's Law formula, the tool calculates essential attributes including spring rate (k), load at specified extensions, maximum safe extension, and stress levels during operation. This immediate feedback allows for the iterative refinement of spring parameters, ensuring designs are optimized to meet specific application requirements. Spring Creator 5.0 effectively bridges the gap between theoretical design and practical application, enabling designers to experiment with different configurations and achieve optimal design solutions.

Case Study: Revolution in Consumer Electronics

A compelling application of Spring Creator 5.0 was demonstrated by a leading consumer electronics manufacturer tasked with enhancing the user experience of their wearable devices. The challenge involved designing a lightweight, durable extension spring capable of maintaining consistent tension within a compact mechanism. Utilizing Spring Creator 5.0, the team achieved precise calculation of the optimal spring specifications, leading to a device that offered improved functionality and user comfort. This example underscores the tool's critical role in facilitating product innovation and design excellence.

Online Spring Force Tester: Empowering Real-World Validation

The Online Spring Force Tester complements the Spring Creator 5.0 by offering a real time animation of the newly designed spring. This platform is first of its kind for testing and validating of extension springs against their designed load and deflection specifications. By precisely measuring the force exerted by the spring at various lengths, it provides vital real-time data to confirm the spring's performance adheres to Hooke's Law. This validation process is essential for ensuring the spring's suitability for its intended application, affirming quality and reliability.

Overcoming Design Challenges

Designing extension springs involves addressing complex challenges such as material selection, accurate load prediction, and ensuring environmental durability. Acxess Spring's tools, particularly Spring Creator 5.0 and the Online Spring Force Tester, provide robust solutions to these challenges. They enable rapid prototyping and testing, allowing designers to quickly explore various configurations and materials to achieve the best performance under specific conditions, thereby streamlining the development process for applications where precision and reliability are critical.

Case Study: Automotive Safety Innovations

In the automotive industry, a breakthrough was achieved with the development of a new emergency release system that relied on extension springs. The system required springs that could perform flawlessly under extreme conditions. The Online Spring Force Tester was instrumental in conducting rigorous testing to ensure the springs met the stringent standards necessary for automotive safety applications, highlighting the importance of precise testing in developing reliable, high-performance spring components.

Custom Spring 3D CAD Generation On The Fly

With Spring Creator 5.0 you can quickly generate custom spring 3D CAD files. Our new Spring Creator 5.0 has built in a custom spring 3D CAD builder that is a first of its kind. Ensure your new spring fits by downloading your 3D CAD files into your prototype or device. The file types supported are: Creo 4.0, STEP, IGES, 3D Viewer or Parasolid. 

Catalyzing Industry-Wide Innovation

The impact of these tools is felt across industries, enabling the development of innovative products and technologies. From aerospace components that require extension springs capable of withstanding extreme conditions, to medical devices where precision and reliability are paramount, Spring Creator 5.0 and the Online Spring Force Tester are instrumental in advancing product design. By facilitating a deeper understanding of Hooke's Law and its practical application in spring design, these tools empower professionals to create components that significantly enhance the functionality and reliability of their products.

Conclusion

Acxess Spring's Spring Creator 5.0 and Online Spring Force Tester are indispensable for anyone involved in the design and manufacture of extension springs. Offering sophisticated calculations, instant feedback, and comprehensive testing capabilities, these tools enable engineers, designers, and innovators to navigate the complexities of spring design confidently. They ensure springs meet the demanding requirements of various applications, promoting innovation and excellence in product development. As the engineering and manufacturing landscapes continue to evolve, leveraging such advanced tools will be crucial for maintaining a competitive edge and fostering technological advancements across industries.