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What are the main types of spring steel? Spring steel is the name given to a range of alloys that are known for being both highly resilient and pliable. It is commonly used as steel for springs for use in vehicular or industrial suspension but is also favored as a material for many other items, ... Read More
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3 USES FOR SPRING STEEL THAT MIGHT SURPRISE YOU NEED A GUIDE? If you're reading this, the chances are that you probably know what spring steel is used for in a general sense. In case you don't, we'll be sure to cover some of the basics with you before we get into some of the more unorthodox ways ... Read More
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COMMON USES FOR SPRING STEEL Spring steel, commonly referred to as annealed spring steel, is what's known as a "general use" steel. Because of the wide array of uses and applications for this metal material, Mead Metals carries multiple spring steel products. UNIQUE PROPERTIES OF SPRING STEEL Spring ... Read More
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What are the Properties of Spring Steel? Spring steel is the most popular material used to manufacture different kinds of springs. It is usually characterized by a unique property known as high yield strength which refers to a material’s ability to tolerate considerable bending or twisting and ... Read More
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What is Spring Steel? Spring steel is an alloy that can withstand intense twisting and bending without becoming distorted. It is resilient and pliable, yet durable, which is perfect for a general use steel. Products made with this alloy can be bent, extended, compressed, or twisted, yet they will ... Read More
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All About Wire Gauges Wire and Gauge Wire — no matter its source metal — is measured in length and gauge. Higher gauge numbers refer to thinner wire, optimal for running long distances and maintaining conductivity. Lower gauge numbers refer to thicker wire, which can carry more amps at a time. ... Read More
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The Three Key Wire Characteristics Necessary to Provide Consistent Spring Wire 1. Control the diameter of the wire. At the spring coiler, most springs these days are coiled on a coiling point, much like how one would curl a ribbon with scissors. Wire hits the point and coils. If the diameter of the ... Read More
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ADVANTAGES OF STAINLESS STEEL FOR SPRINGS Selecting the correct material for the design of a spring is one of the first and most important considerations in its application. Stainless steel used for springs, for example, has many advantages and favorable properties—above all, corrosion resistance... Read More
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Understanding the Differences in Spring Wire Materials Choosing the right spring wire materials when developing a torsion, extension or compression spring will make all the difference between enjoying a cost-effective, successful project or an expensive, failed project. In addition, certain factors ... Read More
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