Tension and compression springs: what's the difference?

摘要

How can springs that look so similar be so different? We asked the experts at European Springs to talk us through the key differences between tension springs and compression springs Within the manufacturing industry, there are numerous designs and forms of spring that are used for different projects. Each spring, pressing or wire form has a specific purpose, each working differently to maximise their potential. Tension springs and compression springs look similar therefore it is understandable to confuse the two, however they are actually designed to do very different things.