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compression springs

Compression springs are an unusual type of spring, which can be squashed, or compressed, when a load is put on the spring. There various different things we use them for, such as Toys, Machines to Pens. We’re going to look in-depth into compression springs today and find out all we can.

Compression springs are constructed of metal, such as a strip of metal, wound in such a way as to create a helical shape. When force is applied to the spring (for instance, if you push down on it), the coils are compressed, or squished together. Upon release of the force, the spring returns to its original form. This elastic rebound is what makes compression springs useful in so many applications.

A Basic Guide

Compression springs range in size from the tiny springs used in watches to hundreds of pounds of pressure per inch and up in vehicles. A compression spring's size and strength are based on the material it is made of and how tightly the coils are wound. The more tightly wound the coils, the stronger the spring. That is something to keep in mind when selecting compression springs for a particular use.

Why choose HENP compression springs?

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