Space-saving
- Wave springs are more compact compared to traditional helical springs. They can reduce the spring operating height by up to 50%, making them ideal for applications with tight space constraints1.
- The 'multiple waves per turn' design allows them to offer the same spring force as a traditional coil spring but in a significantly smaller space, which helps in reducing the overall size of the assembly and can lead to cost savings.
High load capacity
- Despite their small size, wave springs can handle high loads, often exceeding the capabilities of coil springs of comparable size. This is due to the efficient distribution of forces across the waves, enabling them to provide relatively high forces even with a small amount of deflection.
Long life and durability
- Wave springs have a robust construction and the stresses are evenly distributed across the waves. This design characteristic allows them to withstand significant cycles of compression and extension, making them extremely durable and suitable for applications requiring long service life.
Precise force and deflection
- They exhibit consistent force and deflection characteristics, providing precise control in various applications. This is particularly crucial in critical applications where consistent performance is essential, such as in valves, clutches, and precision machinery.
Customizability
- Wave springs can be easily customized to meet specific load, force, deflection, and dimensional requirements. Parameters such as the number of turns, end type, material type, and thickness can be adjusted to fit the exact application needs, offering great design flexibility.
Corrosion resistance
- Wave springs can be manufactured from various materials, including stainless steel, which provides excellent corrosion resistance. This makes them suitable for use in harsh environments or applications where they may be exposed to corrosive substances.
Versatility
- Wave spring technology is widely applicable across many different industries and applications, ranging from small consumer products like smartwatches and coffee makers to large-scale industrial and aerospace applications. They can be found in automotive transmissions, clutches, and braking systems, as well as in aerospace landing gear mechanisms and various flight control components