Peterson Spring - Technical Products Center Datasheets for Torsion Springs

Helically wound springs that deflect torque rotationally, torsion springs express mechanical energy through the property of elasticity: the spring action happens when it is twisted rather than compressed or pulled. Despite the name, torsion springs are subject to bending stress--not torsion--as the torque is carried through the length of the wound material.
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Product Name Notes
Helical springs used to apply a torque or store rotational energy are commonly referred to as “torsion springs” and are typically found in single-and double-bodied forms. Everyday uses include clothespins,...