Tag Archives: Springs

Gas springs are commonly used to align and position moving parts. Like all springs, they are devices that store mechanical energy. Gas springs, though, leverage a gas-filled compartment. Most gas springs have a piston rod that moves into and out … Read More

Have you heard of wave springs? Also known as coiled wave springs, they are characterized by a wavy design. When placed on a flat surface, wave springs won’t lie flat. Their wavy design will “lift” parts of them up. Below … Read More

When shopping for workholding solutions, you may come across spring stops. Also known as spring stop buttons, they feature an enclosed spring that’s designed to press against the side of a workpiece. You can use a spring stop on any … Read More

Springs have been around for centuries. In the 15 century, they were used to create door locks as well as mechanical clocks. Over the years, however, springs have evolved into a variety of different types, one of which is torsion. … Read More

Gas springs are commonly found in machines as well as certain types of furniture. Like all springs, they are designed to store mechanical energy. Gas springs are distinguished, however, by their use of gas. They use gas to store mechanical … Read More

When shopping for springs, you may come across extension springs. They are mechanical devices that, like all springs, are designed to store mechanical energy. Extension springs are found in everything from automobiles and machines to furniture, household appliances and more. … Read More

Gas springs have become a popular alternative to traditional coil-based springs. Also known as pneumatic springs, they consist of a gas-filled cylinder with a piston attached to the end. The piston is extended by default. When exposed to a compressive … Read More