Compression and torsion spring?
Compression and torsion spring?
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I am designing a part which involves a cylinder and a rod that slides axially within the cylinder. I am looking for a spring that does 2 things a) compresses so that the rod slides within the cylinder and b) provides some torque so that the rod rotates to some degree (30-45 degrees) within the cylinder. Can an open coil compression spring also provide some torque like a torsion spring or vice versa (an open coil torsion spring that can be compressed)?





RE: Compression and torsion spring?
... but not for 30 degrees of rotation per stroke.
You probably need something like a radial pin in the rod, and a helical slot in the cylinder.
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
RE: Compression and torsion spring?
RE: Compression and torsion spring?
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