Torsion springs used in the reverse direction
Torsion springs used in the reverse direction
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Does anyone have any experience on using torsion springs in the reverse direction. I know that it is not adviseable to do so, but are there any rules / formulas that apply to this type of operation?
Thanks, Jack
Thanks, Jack





RE: Torsion springs used in the reverse direction
RE: Torsion springs used in the reverse direction
According to the "Spring Design Handbook" by Associated Srings:- Torsion Springs should be operated in a direction
such that the body diameter tends to reduce in
size. This is because the residual stresses due to
forming are favourable when the spring is loaded in
this manner.The converse of this is true if the
spring is operated in such a manner that the body
diameter increases.
With this latter case it is advised that the
springs are stress relieved.
regards
desertfox
RE: Torsion springs used in the reverse direction