You can’t ignore the pin diameter when shopping for hinges. With the exception of specialized hinges, such as living hinges, most hinges have a pin. It consists of a long cylindrical rod that holds the two leafs together to form … Read More

Rubber and polyurethane are two of the most common materials from which caster wheels are made. Rubber is an elastic material consisting of long-chain polymers, whereas polyurethane is a synthetic polymer consisting of carbamate links. So, how do rubber and … Read More

Bearing disc springs are commonly used in ball bearing assemblies. Also known as conical spring washers, they are characterized by a cone-like shape. Unlike traditional extension and compression springs, bearing disc springs aren’t made of wire coil. Instead, they are … Read More

Handle sleeves offer a simple and effective way to customize industrial handles. They are designed to fit over existing handles — similar to how a shirt sleeve fits over a person’s arm. Rather than replacing an industrial handle, you can … Read More

Compression springs are characterized by their ability to shorten or “compress” under a load. They are typically made of spring steel or stainless steel wound in the shape of a coil. When exposed to an external force, the coils will … Read More

Industrial knobs come in a variety of styles. Lobed knobs, for instance, are characterized by a star shape with five or six points, whereas instrument knobs are small and cylindrical. A lesser-known style, however, is bar. Bar knobs are commonly … Read More

When shopping for electrical cable, you may come across portable cord. It’s commonly used for power tools, lighting, computer systems, audio and stage equipment, industrial machines and more. Like all electrical cable, portable cord is designed to carry electricity. Portable … Read More