Conductive springs and Canted Coil Springs are two very common spring types, with the main differences being their design purpose and function, as well as differences in their construction, materials, and manufacturing processes.
Conductive spring, as the name suggests, is a spring with conductive properties.It is primarily used for electrical connections, and its design and materials enable the spring to carry current and voltage.Therefore, it is widely used in various electrical equipment and electronic products.The structural design of the conductive spring is relatively complex. It is usually made of conductive materials such as copper and iron with good conductivity, and corresponding electrodes are designed on the surface of the spring to ensure that the spring will not be lost during the conductive process.
A canted coil spring, on the other hand, is a mechanical spring whose main function is to provide tension or torque and is designed to balance, move, or adjust mechanical equipment.The design of canted coil springs is similar to ordinary springs, but they are different in shape and angle, so they can provide different mechanical properties to meet the needs of various application scenarios.The materials of canted coil springs usually include spring steel, aluminum alloy, etc., and their manufacturing process is also relatively complex, requiring multiple heat treatments and cold processing to ensure the mechanical properties and stability of the springs.
In practical applications, conductive springs and canted coil springs can be used in conjunction with each other to meet different needs.For example, in electrical equipment, conductive springs can be used as connecting parts of circuits to connect various electrical components, while canted coil springs can be used to provide mechanical support or adjust positions to ensure the stability and safety of electrical equipment.In addition, conductive springs and canted coil springs are also widely used in aerospace, automobiles, machinery manufacturing and other fields, and their combined use can achieve different functions and effects.