Conical Springs Stainless Steel

Conical spring is a type of spiral spring with a gradually decreasing diameter along its length, which has unique force distribution characteristics and is suitable for applications that require variable or progressive spring rates, such as suspension systems and mechanical damping. Its main characteristics include easy installation and maintenance free, therefore it has been widely used in urban light rail vehicles.

The design of conical springs exhibits nonlinear force deflection characteristics during the force process, which means that their stiffness will change with the change of load. As the load gradually increases, the conical spring gradually contacts from the large coil, the effective number of working coils decreases, and the coefficient gradually increases. This design enables conical springs to provide more stable and reliable performance in practical applications.

In addition, conical springs can also be used in combination with other materials, such as a combination of rubber and metal, to further optimize their performance and reduce weight. This multi-layer conical metal rubber spring is particularly suitable for lightweight axle free bogies used on suburban locomotives and vehicles.

Conical springs have been widely used in various fields due to their unique structure and performance characteristics, including automotive suspensions, industrial machinery, furnace handles, grills, smoking ovens, barbecue ovens, stoves, boilers, and incinerators. Its nonlinear force deflection characteristics and variable stiffness characteristics enable it to provide excellent elasticity and shock absorption ability in various application scenarios.