How To Model Coiled Spring
How To Model Coiled Spring
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Is there a function in solid works that will enable
me to create a model of a coiled spring using variables
such as wire dia, number of coils, spring rate, etc?
me to create a model of a coiled spring using variables
such as wire dia, number of coils, spring rate, etc?






RE: How To Model Coiled Spring
I do not know if you will be able to access this link, if not, let me know. This is a macro that Charles Culp wrote for creating springs.
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RE: How To Model Coiled Spring
With a bit of layout work, it is possible to create models that update w.r.t. physical parameters like pitch, wire size, etc. I wouldn't go through the pain of putting in the entire mathematical model for rate, etc. as I prefer to leave that to more capable software.
I have two spring models posted on my website:
<http://www.esoxrepublic.com/models/>
File "TorsionSpringByTheTick.zip" is a straight torsion spring.
In "Hinge.zip" there is a barrel-shaped torsion spring.
Notice that both of these models make use of many layout sketches to control parameters before any solid features are created.
RE: How To Model Coiled Spring
Source of spring design software I used to use.
RE: How To Model Coiled Spring
Spring rate - There isn't anything for that in SW that I am aware of.
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RE: How To Model Coiled Spring
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RE: How To Model Coiled Spring
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RE: How To Model Coiled Spring
insert > curve > helix/spiral
then draw another circle at the beginning of the helix and make a sweep boss/base.
this circle will be the wire diameter.
you can now add the hooks of the springs and whatever else.
you will have a couple different choices on how to make the helix/spiral, choose whatever works for you. you might want to start the helix/spiral out at 0degrees to make it easier to sweep.