Flat springs are flat strips from a material which can be used to store and at the same time release energy when an external load is used to deflect. Such kinds of springs are small and metal-stamped constituents that work as a spring by regulating the deflection that takes place in small or restricted areas.
A flat spring is manufactured from a combination of nickel-silver, carbon spring steel, stainless steel, beryllium copper, phosphor-bronze, and high-nickel alloy. As a result, it can be used as a ground or a spacer.
Flat springs have a wide range of shapes and sizes, therefore, they are suitable for numerous applications. Due to this, they can be used for different purposes in different industries such as motors, generators, office equipment, counterbalances, and electrical switchgears.
Flat springs come in different kinds such as leaf springs and flat coil springs. Here are the types:
These type of springs are used with a counterweight so that the action of the valves are well controlled. Such valves can be those in the exhaust system of a vehicle. They are twisted into a specific configuration so that it is able to absorb shocks as well as provide tension. They are used in seating so as to give enough support and it is used in automotive applications too.
Flat springs come in different sizes, shapes, and materials. This makes them perfect for any purpose. More so, they can be used either as electrical conductors or leaf springs. However, their common function is to hold other assembly parts in a firm position.
This component can also be used together with smaller punch presses so as to lower the amount of tooling that is commonly needed for other production methods. In most cases, these flat springs are bent, formed, shaped or even manufactured so that they meet a specified application requirement. Therefore, they are not tightly coiled wires as most people think.
Due to the variation of its shape and size, a flat spring has the ability to pack sufficient force and flexibility even if space is small. So when picking or ordering a flat spring this December, ensure that it fits your requirement and the purpose so that you do not regret using it.
