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Conpower® and Power Springs

Vulcan's Conpower and Power Springs are formed by winding a strip of material on an arbor and into a case or retaining ring to create a compact power source. Conpower springs are pre-stressed to produce a flatter torque gradient than conventional power springs, and can be used to increase the amount of turns in a given case diameter. These springs provide rotational energy from either the arbor or the case, or linear motion with the use of a pulley or cable.

Design criteria for both types of springs are the same. The decision to use a power spring or Conpower spring is based on the application. A Vulcan engineer can help with this determination.

To begin the design process, enter the following:
1. I.D. of case:
2. Available case width:
3. Arbor size:
4. Turns required:
5. Torque required:
6. Life cycle requirement:
7. Enter information about the environment:
8. Quantity:
9. Brief explaination of application

Power Springs, also known as clock springs, are formed by winding a strip of material on an arbor and into a case or retaining ring. Rotational torque can be obtained from a center arbor or from the case. This torque will increase throughout the total winding of the spring.

Conpower springs are pre-stressed power springs. This spring produces a flatter torque gradient than the conventional power spring and can be used to increase the amount of turns in a given case diameter.

Conpower and Power Springs have many applications including:
Cord Retractors
Counterbalances
Wind up toys and games
Timers

Please note that the parameters indicated above are to assist our team in accessing what is the best solution for your specific application. Most often we can tailor products to your exact specifications, but occasionally we will provide an alternative product configuration that will better meet your needs.

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