Frequently Asked Questions
Tolerances and Specifications
Spring Basics
- What is the free length of a spring?
- What is the difference between closed and closed ground ends?
- What is spring rate?
- What is initial tension?
- How do I know if a spring is RHW or LHW?
- Active coils vs total coils: what's the difference?
- Does it make a difference on a torsion spring whether its left or right hand wound?
Spring Measurement
Materials and Applications
- What's the difference between music wire and hard drawn?
- What are the advantages of having stainless springs passivated?
- What are the best materials for fatigue applications?
- What material is best for high temperature applications?
- Where can I find minimum tensile strength for materials?
- What is the best material for corrosion resistance?
- 302 vs 316 stainless steel: what is the difference?
- What applications are appropriate for die springs?