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Ask the Expert - Exotic Alloys
We’re back with another Ask the Expert blog, where Smalley experts answer difficult questions about designing retaining rings and wave springs. In this post, our engineers answer tough questions…
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Ask the Expert - Tools for Retaining Ring Installation and Removal
Welcome back to the Ask the Expert Blog, where our engineers answer commonly asked ring and spring design questions. This week, our experts field a question about tools for the installation and…
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Product Spotlight: Self-Locking Rings
In addition to standard Spirolox® retaining rings, Smalley can also manufacture them with a unique self-locking provision. These self-locking rings are ideal for applications with high rotational…
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MP35N: Industrial Grade
Smalley has recently added MP35N to the expansive list of materials in which our Retaining Rings and Wave Springs can be manufactured. This unique material was added to our production capabilities…
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Trade Show Spotlight
Curious to know where you can meet our team of expert engineers and see both Spriolox® Retaining Rings and Crest-to-Crest® Wave Springs in person? Smalley’s technical team will be traveling to cities…
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Smalley Receives “Stamp of Approval” for Medical Component Manufacturing
Quality parts make for an exceptional medical device. For many years, Smalley has been a trusted supplier to the medical industry. Our recent certification to ISO 13485 is another indicator of our…
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GM Supplier Quality Excellence Award Recipient 5 Years Running
Smalley has again been awarded the GM Supplier Quality Excellence Award for the fifth consecutive year. This accolade is awarded only after a supplier passes a rigorous quality audit that covers…
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FAQ: Rings
1. Do Spirolox rings fit stamped ring grooves? Yes, Spirolox rings are designed to fit into grooves for stamped or Truarc style snap rings without the downside of protruding “ears”. Smalley has a…
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Advantages of Using a Wave Spring
1. Can a Wave Spring be Made with the Same or Higher Spring Rate, Compared to a Helical Coil Spring? Yes, we can increase spring rate with various modifications such as the number of waves, material…
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Ask the Expert - How do I Measure the Free Height of a Wave Spring?
It’s important to know to how to properly measure a wave spring’s free height in order to verify that you are using the correct part for your application. When done correctly, it can also save…