TFC dive deep into the advantages of wave spring technology

Do you have trouble finding a spring that fits your application? Coil springs require significant travel, making your application design less than optimal.

Wave washers, coil springs, disc springs, and the list goes on – these are all traditional springs that work well in many engineering applications.

What if there was a more compact, lightweight design?

Whether you have space constraints, need more design flexibility, or are looking to meet a specific load requirement, adding a Smalley wave spring to your design toolkit can open up a world of new design possibilities. Knowing when to use a wave spring and understanding the value it brings can take your designs to the next level.

So when should you use a wave spring? Below are the top 6 advantages of using a wave spring:

  1. REDUCE AXIAL SPACE
    • Spring operating height can be reduced by up to 50%
  2. DESIGN FLEXIBILITY
    • The number of turns, end type, material type, and thickness is just a few parameters we can customise
  3. ACCURATE AND PREDICTABLE LOADS WHERE YOU NEED IT
    • We tolerance critical load(s) at specified working height(s), so you can expect reliable, consistent performance in your application
  4. VERSATILITY
    • Wave springs have been the trusted solution for thousands of applications, from small to large diameters, light to heavy-duty parts, and carbon steel to exotic materials
  5. EXOTIC ALLOYS
    • Exotic alloys are an option for your applications in extreme environments. Using a material that is not optimised for the environment that it’s in can lead to performance issues and decreased application life.
  6. ECONOMICAL PROTOTYPES
    • Custom economical prototypes that can be delivered to you in a short lead time with no minimum order quantity

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Our engineering team will tailor a wave spring for optimal performance based on your requirements.

Request a free sample to add to your design tool kit.

Download ASK THE EXPERT – WAVE SPRING FAQ brochure HERE