Material: PC

Measurement System: Metric

Colour: Clear/Opaque

Continuous use temperature: 115°C/239°F

Flammability: UL94 V-2

Polycarbonate Compression Springs conform to the following Standards/Norms:

Polycarbonate Compression Springs, available in sizes ranging from Inner Diameter (ID) of 1mm to 20.5mm, Outer Diameter (OD) of 2mm to 25mm, and Free Lengths of 8mm to 50mm, are made from polycarbonate, a robust thermoplastic known for its high impact resistance, optical clarity, and excellent mechanical properties. These compression springs offer superior durability and strength, making them ideal for applications requiring reliable performance under various loads and conditions. Polycarbonate's excellent dimensional stability, combined with its resistance to heat and impact, ensures that these springs maintain their integrity and functionality in demanding environments.

Sizes (see full table below) :

Inner Diameter (mm) - 1 to 20.5mm

Outer Diameter (mm) - 2 to 25mm

Free Length (mm) - 8 to 50mm

Advantages of Using Polycarbonate Compression Springs:

High Impact Resistance: Polycarbonate's superior toughness ensures that the springs can withstand significant impact without damage, making them highly durable.

Excellent Mechanical Strength: The material provides high tensile and compressive strength, ensuring reliable performance under various loads.

Optical Clarity: Polycarbonate is known for its transparency, which can be beneficial in applications where visual inspection of components is necessary.

Dimensional Stability: The material maintains its shape and mechanical properties under different environmental conditions, ensuring consistent performance.

Heat Resistance: Polycarbonate can withstand elevated temperatures without significant degradation, making it suitable for high-temperature applications.

Lightweight: Despite its strength, polycarbonate is lightweight, reducing the overall weight of assemblies and making handling easier.

UV Resistance: The material resists UV radiation, preventing yellowing and degradation from sunlight exposure, which is essential for outdoor applications.

Specific Applications of Polycarbonate Compression Springs:

Automotive Industry:

Used in various automotive components where high impact resistance and mechanical strength are required, such as in lighting assemblies and interior mechanisms.

Consumer Electronics:

Applied in devices like cameras and printers where durability and precision are critical, and optical clarity can aid in visual inspection.

Medical Devices:

Utilised in medical instruments and diagnostic equipment where high impact resistance and dimensional stability ensure reliable performance.

Ideal for components that require consistent spring action and durability.

Industrial Machinery:

Employed in machinery and equipment that experience frequent impacts and require robust components to maintain operational integrity.

Aerospace:

Used in aerospace applications where lightweight and high-strength materials are essential, such as in instrument panels and safety equipment.

Suitable for components exposed to varying environmental conditions.

Construction:

Applied in building materials and systems that require durable, impact-resistant components that can withstand outdoor exposure.

Optical Devices:

Utilised in applications where the transparency of the spring allows for visual inspection and monitoring of the system's internal components.

Polycarbonate Compression Springs, with Inner Diameters from 1mm to 20.5mm, Outer Diameters from 2mm to 25mm, and Free Lengths from 8mm to 50mm, offer a robust and reliable solution made from high-impact, high-strength polycarbonate. These springs are ideal for various applications, including automotive, consumer electronics, medical devices, industrial machinery, aerospace, construction, and optical devices. The combination of durability, optical clarity, dimensional stability, heat resistance, and UV resistance ensures that polycarbonate compression springs provide reliable and long-lasting performance in demanding environments.

The PC data sheet is available as a PDF to download below.

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