Associated Spring, Barnes Group, Inc.

Belleville washers solve problems of high loads in limited space, such as in transmission clutch assemblies, detents and loading fasteners. By combining them in various sequences, we can offer a number of load-carrying possibilities. Belleville washers are used in two broad categories of applications. In one case, they provide very high loads at small deflections such as in metal stamping dies and stacks of belleville washers used in recoil mechanisms and pressure relief valves. The other category utilizes the special nonlinear load deflection characteristics of belleville washers – particularly those with a constant load portion. In these applications, they maintain a constant force regardless of dimensional variations due to wear, temperature changes or tolerances. Our broad experience with metal stamping enables us to offer the exact custom belleville washer to meet your application requirements. Curved, wave, finger and disc spring washers are also available in many materials and sizes. Our plants are third-party certified to AS9100, ISO9001 or TS16949 and ISO 14001 depending on the markets serviced. - See more at: http:www.asbg.comproductsspring-washersbelleville-washers.aspx#sthash.HugbfHgh.dpufA blueprint or sketch is the best way to specify your custom Belleville washer. Consultation with Associated Spring engineers early in the design stage will ensure all critical aspects of your spring washer will be met. Associated Spring engineers can develop a print if provided with the space available and part requirements, heights, loads, etc. - See more at: http:www.asbg.comproductsspring-washersbelleville-washers.aspx#sthash.HugbfHgh.dpuf

For an application requiring relatively light thrust load and repeated cycles through a range of motion, the curved washer is an excellent choice. Where very little height is available, this type of washer is sometimes superior to a helical spring for maintaining tension on a cam action or similar application where a large deflection is required with a minimum change in load. Curved washers should be chosen for large deflections and light loads and are often used to absorb axial end play. Our broad experience with metal stamping enables us to offer the exact custom curved washer to meet your application requirements. Belleville, Slotted, Wave, Finger and Disc spring washers are also available in many materials and sizes. Our plants are third-party certified to AS9100, ISO9001 or TS16949 and ISO 14001 depending on the markets serviced. - See more at: http:www.asbg.comproductsspring-washerscurved-washers.aspx#sthash.AoHbEGQW.dpufA blueprint or sketch is the best way to specify your custom curved washer. Consultation with Associated Spring engineers early in the design stage will ensure all critical aspects of your spring washer will be met. Associated Spring engineers can develop a print if provided with the space available and part requirements, heights, loads, etc. - See more at: http:www.asbg.comproductsspring-washerscurved-washers.aspx#sthash.AoHbEGQW.dpuf

Associated Spring manufactures custom helical coil springs in thousands of configurations for a wide variety of applications. Efficient and reliable, custom ground and non-ground compression spring products are engineered to exacting tolerances for both manual and automated assembly. While the most prevalent form of compression spring is a straight, cylindrical spring made from round wire, countless other forms are produced. Conical, barrel, hourglass and heavy duty compression springs are available, with optional variable spacing between coils. Round, ovate (oval), square, rectangular and stranded wire are available. Numerous material types are available to select from such as music wire, stainless steel, titanium, chrome vanadium, chrome silicon, copper and Inconel. Our custom compression spring product line services the Transportation, Aerospace, Military, Medical, Industrial, DurableCommercial Goods and Electronics markets. Associated Spring facilities are third-party certified to AS9100, ISO9001 or TS16949 and ISO 14001 depending on the markets serviced. - See more at: http:www.asbg.comproductssprings-overviewcompression-springs.aspx#sthash.CwaIkOPY.dpuf

Our custom-designed Flat Spiral, Power and Constant Force Springs are produced in a wide variety of sizes from a wide assortment of materials that are non-magnetic, high temperature and high fatigue. Size range is 0.003” to 0.250” thickness, and 0.125” x 3.50” wide. These types of springs store and release energy in the form of torque. Applications Flat Coil, Power and Constant Force springs are utilized in the AutomotiveTransportation industry, Aerospace & Defense, Medical, Industrial, DurableCommercial Goods and Electronics markets in a variety of applications: Rewind devicesOffice equipmentMotorsGeneratorsCounterbalancesDoor closersElectrical switchgearHome décorRetracting devicesPoint of purchase displays Flat spiral springs are also known as spiral torsion, clock springs or brush springs. They are characterized by the requirement that the coil contact is minimized during operation. Springs are designed to customer requirements and are used in the automotive, medical, industrial and office equipment markets. Power springs (also known as Recoil springs or Motor springs) store and release rotational energy in the form of torque. Spiral-wound flat metal strips are available in a wide range of sizes and attachment methods for gas-powered lawn and garden equipment, mechanical motors, counter-balance mechanisms, reel returns and rewind devices. Divisional Specialties Supply complete spring assembliesSupply as sub-assembliesWind directly into customer supplied housingsComplete torque testing capabilities Our plants are third-party certified to AS9100, ISO9001 or TS16949 and ISO 14001 depending on the markets serviced. How to Specify: A blueprint or sketch is the best way to specify your custom power or flat spiral spring. Consultation with Associated Spring engineers early in the design stage will often result in lifecycle cost optimization. - See more at: http:www.asbg.comproductssprings-overviewflat-spiral-springs-power-springs.aspx#sthash.OpUg0fSh.dpuf

Finger washers combine the flexibility of curved washers and the distributed loading points of wave washers. They are adaptable to a space with large inside and small outside diameter. Length of fingers as well as their number and thickness may be varied to obtain a wide range of characteristics. Load, deflection and stress are approximated by assuming that the fingers are cantilever springs; then samples are made and tested to prove the design. This family of washers can be broadened to include an infinite number of stars, and other shapes. Finger washers are used in static applications such as applying an axial load to ball bearing races to reduce vibration and noise, not recommended for fatigue applications. Our broad experience with metal stamping enables us to offer the exact custom finger washer to meet your application requirements. Belleville, Slotted, Wave, Curved and Disc spring washers are also available in many materials and sizes. Our plants are third-party certified to AS9100, ISO9001 or TS16949 and ISO 14001 depending on the markets serviced. - See more at: http:www.asbg.comproductsspring-washersfinger-washers.aspx#sthash.8jQMAxZl.dpufA blueprint or sketch is the best way to specify your custom finger washer. Consultation with Associated Spring engineers early in the design stage will ensure all critical aspects of your spring washer will be met. Associated Spring engineers can develop a print if provided with the space available and part requirements, heights, loads, etc. - See more at: http:www.asbg.comproductsspring-washersfinger-washers.aspx#sthash.8jQMAxZl.dpuf

Torsion springs, double torsion springs, torque coils and clutch springs are used to apply torque or store rotational energy. The two most common types are single and double-bodied springs. Torsion springs, torque coils and clutch springs are generally mounted around a shaft or arbor and must be supported at three or more points. Various kinds of ends are available to facilitate mounting. These parts can be manufactured from round, square or various shaped material cross sections. Torque Coils and Clutch Springs – there are many variations of the spring clutch to achieve the designers’ goal of function, reliability and cost. All are based on the principle of utilizing the clutch spring to engage or disengage the driver and driven member by a change in spring diameter. This clutching action may be achieved by the spring either expanding or contracting to link the two members. Our custom torsion springs, torque coils & clutch springs can be found in counterbalance mechanisms, ratchets and various types of machine components. Associated Spring facilities are third-party certified to AS9100, ISO9001 or TS16949 and ISO 14001 depending on the markets serviced. Need a Quote? In order to quote your custom torsion spring, the following information is preferred: Length of Legs (1 and 2)Deflection Degree of LegsOutside DiameterWire DiameterLoadtorqueEnd ConfigurationDirection of Wind (LR) - See more at: http:www.asbg.comproductssprings-overviewtorsion-springs-torque-coils-clutch-springs.aspx#sthash.J244XYQf.dpuf