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March 9, 2020
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Smalley’s Finishes for Retaining Rings and Wave Springs
Whether you need added corrosion resistance or simply want to change the appearance of your part, Smalley has a wide range of finishing processes to ensure that your retaining rings and springs perform the way it needs to in your application. Below is a list of some of the more common choices Smalley has available.
Oil Dip is a standard finish for all of Smalley’s products produced in carbon...Read More>> |
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February 20, 2020
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Wave Spring Work Height and Compression
What happens if I compress my wave spring below work height?
Understanding how and when a wave spring can fail is important for achieving optimal performance in your application.
One common reason a wave spring could fail is due to overstressing, otherwise known as over-compression of the spring.
How do you overstress a wave spring?
Compressing a wave spring below the design work height may...Read More>> |
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February 3, 2020
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How and Why You Should Use a Wave Spring for Bearing Preload
You wouldn’t drive without a seatbelt, so why would you preload a bearing without a Smalley single-turn wave spring? Let’s back up to the basics of bearing preload.
What do we mean when we say “preload”?
A bearing is designed to move freely and has multiple moving parts that work together as one unit. Tolerance stack up from both manufacturing and assembly can quickly cause issues.
This is where...Read More>> |
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January 27, 2020
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Wave Spring vs. Coil Spring
What's the difference between a wave spring and a coil spring?
Custom or standard, Smalley takes great pride in its unparalleled dedication to delivering quality wave spring solutions for a variety of industries. Both wave springs and traditional coil springs fall under the category of compression springs. While the primary function of a compression spring is to provide axial load, wave springs...Read More>> |
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January 14, 2020
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Top 6 Advantages of a Wave Spring
Wave washers, coil springs, disc springs, the list goes on – these are all traditional springs that work well in many engineering applications.
However, adding a wave spring to your design toolkit can open up a world of new and innovative possibilities. Knowing when to use a wave spring and understanding the value it brings can take your designs to the next level.
So when should you use a wave...Read More>> |
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January 10, 2020
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Wave Spring Guide: A Brief Overview
While finding the best possible design solution can be challenging, knowing what options are available can make it easier for you.
One option Smalley provides is a wave spring.
A wave spring, a type of compression spring, is a solution that optimizes space concerns while providing form, fit, and function.
So what is a wave spring?
Let’s start by defining what a spring is. Most people have used...Read More>> |
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December 16, 2019
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Smalley's CAD Library
Smalley leads the way in designing and manufacturing retaining rings and wave springs. We know how important it is to visualize your design, so we offer CAD models for our entire product line.
All of our standard parts are available for immediate download from our interactive, parametrically drawn CAD library. If you're looking at a custom design, you can always request a custom CAD model when...Read More>> |
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November 20, 2019
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Smalley Wins GM Supplier Quality Excellence Award for 7th Consecutive Year
4,000+ GM suppliers worldwide
432 Recipients of the Supplier Quality Excellence Award
13 Specific quality requirements showing above standard performance
0 Defects in parts and components
1 Smalley
Lake Zurich, IL, November 13, 2019 - Smalley was presented the General Motors Supplier Quality Excellence Award for the year 2018. This marks the 7th consecutive year that Smalley has received this...Read More>> |
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November 4, 2019
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#1 Reason for Retaining Ring Failure and How to Overcome It
Drills, saws, sanders, and grinders - what do all of these power tools have in common?
Retaining rings keep them from falling apart.
A retaining ring’s function is to hold components or assemblies in place. For a retaining ring in a power tool, this is no easy feat as it is regularly exposed to high axial and vibrational force.
The retaining ring must maintain its integrity, despite the various...Read More>> |
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October 21, 2019
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Ask the Expert - Retaining Ring Interchange and Stock Material
Welcome back to the Ask the Expert Blog, where our engineers answer commonly asked retaining ring and wave spring design questions. This week, our experts field some questions about interchangeable retaining rings and Smalley's stock material.
What are the differences between a Spirolox® retaining ring with an RR/RS part number and a Smalley WH/WS part number? Are they interchangeable?
They are...Read More>> |
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