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Mechanical springs are used in a variety of applications. Consisting of coiled metal, they are designed to store energy when exposed to a load. Some springs will become shorter when exposed to a load, whereas others will become longer. Regardless, … Read More

Spring stops offer a simple and effective workholding solution. Also known as stop buttons, they consist of a spring plunger in a mountable body. Once installed, the spring will apply pressure to the workpiece, thereby holding it in place. Here … Read More

When shopping for a compression spring, you may come across some unfamiliar terms, one of which is solid height. Compression springs, of course, are energy-storing devices consisting of helical coils. They are designed to become shorter under a load. When … Read More

If you’re planning to buy a compression spring, you’ll need to choose the right type. Like all springs, compression springs are devices that store mechanical energy. Only compression springs, however, are designed to operate under a compressive load. When exposed … Read More

Compression springs are characterized by their ability to compress and, thus, become shorter under a load. They consist of a single piece of coiled metal wire. When exposed to a compressive force, compression springs will become shorter while simultaneously storing … Read More

Coil springs are used in a myriad of commercial and consumer applications. Consisting of a helical, coiled piece of metal, they are able to store mechanical energy under a load. You can find coil springs in automotive suspension systems, furniture, … Read More

Gas springs are available in both non-locking and locking styles. Both styles leverage a cylinder of compressed gas to apply a compressive force. This is essentially what distinguishes them from traditional coil springs. Coiled springs leverage a piece of coiled … Read More