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Inexpensive source needed for stock constant force springs

Inexpensive source needed for stock constant force springs

Inexpensive source needed for stock constant force springs

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Does anyone know where I can buy stock constant force springs with 1 to 4 lb-in of torque and about 120 inches in length?  I am looking for companies besides Stock Drive Products and McMaster-Carr.  I only need about 5-10 springs, so it is too expensive to have a company like Vulcan Spring make the springs.  Vulcan does not sell stock sizes.

RE: Inexpensive source needed for stock constant force springs

If you have a good relationship with a spring company, you could ask them who normally buys such a spring and inquire to them about buying a handful.  Some companies will not reveal customer info.  The only way to know is to ask.

RE: Inexpensive source needed for stock constant force springs

What is the "torque" of a wide (1 inch +) "tape measure" that can be bought in any hardware store?
Run two in parallel if needed.

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