Extension springs, also known as tension springs – are one of the most commonly used types of springs, being found in a range of applications including items that you use every day as well as in more advanced devices. Essentially they are coil springs that resist tension and are used to absorb and store energy, making them an essential component of many products and devices. If you’re looking to learn more about extension springs, we are here to help.
Here at The Active Spring Company, we have put together this introductory guide, to explain all you need to know about extension springs. The Active Spring Company are UK based spring manufacturers, supplying high-quality and advanced springs, including extension springs, to a wide range of markets. To learn more, keep reading and for further information on our extension springs – head over to our website today.
What is an Extension Spring?
An extension spring is a very common type of spring that is used all over the world. It is a type of spring that is used to provide a pulling force to an object when tension is applied, and consists of two components; a body and hooks or loops. Extension springs work by extending and retracting when the hooks or loops are pulled or released, providing tension and absorbing the shock. The initial tension of the spring determines how tightly together the spring is coiled, and it can be manipulated to achieve the load requirements of a particular application or device.
What are Extension Springs Used For?
Extension springs are used in a range of applications, from the everyday items that many of us use on a daily basis to more specialist equipment. They’re used in toys, washing machines, door closers, window screens, trampolines, exercise machines and garage door openers. But you can also find extension springs used in medical devices, machine tools, the exterior and interior of cars and in many more systems. They’re used in a large array of industries, from the automotive industry, to the industrial industry, to the agricultural industry and many more.
What Other Types of Springs are Available?
Although extension springs are a very common type of spring that is used across many different applications and industries, there are a number of other spring types out there to choose from. These include torsion springs, wire form springs, compression springs, and many other forms of springs; all depending on what you need to use them for.
Looking to Source Extension Springs?
If you’re looking to source extension springs, then why not contact The Active Spring Company?
We provide high-quality extension springs, bringing you the best springs needed for your product or service. We manufacture and supply extension springs to all industries globally – whether you work in the industrial sector, gas and oil, electronics, the marines, aerospace, aviation, or medicine. We pride ourselves on our range of high-quality springs, and all of our springs are manufactured to stringent in-house quality standards.
We manufacture extension springs with both standard or custom hook solutions, on the most advanced coiling machines in the world. We continue to invest in the most sophisticated machinery available to our industry, and our highly skilled workforce with over 150 years combined means that you can trust it when it comes to providing you with the most appropriate extension springs available.
We have one of the most extensive wire range capabilities in Europe, being capable of forming wire from 0.152mm right up to 70mm. We can produce extension springs in a wide range of quantities, whether you want a one-off spring or large quantities – providing you with exactly what you need for your project. We also handle bespoke, custom made springs if you require extension springs that are particularly unique for a specific product or project.
Want to Learn More?
If you’d like to find out more about our extension springs, contact our team today. Just fill out our contact form, or alternatively you can reach us by giving us a call on 01371 830 557 or by sending us an email to [email protected]. If you have any questions regarding our extension springs, then please don’t hesitate to ask. We are always happy to help and to answer any questions that you might have.