Custom Compression Springs

Compression Springs

Compression springs have applications in several industries that people use in their everyday lives today. Produced in a range of shapes, materials, and sizes, compression springs are what most people think of as a “standard spring.” Mid-West Spring and Stamping has the experience and capability to produce your custom compression spring for whatever your final application is.

What is a Compression Spring?

A compression spring is an open coil, helical spring that is wound to resist compression along the axis of wind. Compression springs are designed to give resistance against a load that is placed on them and are one of the most efficient energy storage designs available. However, the energy that can be stored in a compression spring and the stiffness, or rate, is directly dependent on the spring’s material, number of coils, and wire diameter.

There are four compression spring types and shapes including:

• Conical
• Hourglass or Convex
• Barrel or Concave
• Reduce Ends

Several factors and the spring’s final application must be understood and considered when selecting the type of compression spring for the project.

What are Compression Springs Used For?

Compression springs have several applications in a variety of industries. Industries from automotive, to medical, to consumer electronics all use different types of compression springs. Mid-West Spring and Stamping specializes in custom compression springs and can manufacture your spring exactly to your specifications.

Common applications for compression springs include:

• Cellphones
• Farm Equipment
• Automotive Engines
• Medical Devices

Regardless of your requirements, the team at Mid-West Spring and Stamping can create your custom compression spring to ensure it functions optimally in your final application.