IQS Newsroom Articles on Compression Springs
Compression Springs
Compression springs are open coiled, helical springs that offer resistance to compressive loading. Compression springs become more compact when they are weighted. In contrast to extension springs, the spiral wires in compression springs are not touching when in a relaxed position, but become tightly compressed when put under stress.
Compression springs can be made of various steel materials, including stainless steel, hard drawn steel, steel music wire, and spring steel. In general, the larger the wire, the stronger the spring. Spring strength can also be enhanced by decreasing the coil diameter of the spring.
Compression springs are used to keep components from meeting. They come in an array of sizes and can be special ordered to fit dimensions for a custom design. Compression springs can be found in a variety of common products, including ball point pens, pogo sticks, car suspensions, and mattresses.