What Are Wave Spring Washers?
Wave spring washers are compact, disc-shaped springs that use a wave pattern to provide precise axial load in limited space. These washers are ideal for applications where deflection and force control are required in a minimal profile.
Springtech manufactures custom-engineered wave springs in a variety of materials, sizes, and configurations — including single-turn wave springs — for use in aerospace & defence, bearing assemblies, motors and a crucial component in seals.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Range / Options |
|---|---|
| Wire Diameter | 0.1 mm – 25.4 mm |
| Outer Diameter | 0.1 mm to 3 mm |
| Wave Configurations | Single-turn |
| Force Range | Light preload to high-cycle dynamic loads |
| Tolerances | BS1726 / customer-specific |
| Surface Finishes | Zinc plating, passivation, shot-peening, special coatings |
Material Options:
Stainless Steel (302, 316, 17-7 PH), Inconel, Phosphor Bronze, Carbon Steel, Super Duplex, Hastelloy, plus all four NACE spring material and others upon request.
Applications by Industry:
Aerospace & Defence: Actuator preload, vibration control, electrical systems
Automotive: Steering column preload, valve train assemblies
Medical: Small-force return springs, pressure dampening
Oil & Gas: Crucial component in seals, pumps, motors, valves & flanges
Precision Electronics: Switches, PCB Mountings, connectors
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Quality Assurance & Engineering Support
Springtech is AS 9100 D & BS EN ISO 9001: 2015 certified and follows stringent quality procedures. Every spring is manufactured under traceable controls, with the option for:
- Shot-peening for fatigue life enhancement
- Design validation through simulation and load testing
- Material certification and compliance documentation
- First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) upon request
- In-process and final dimensional inspection
Why Springtech?
Springtech is a UK-based manufacturer of custom wave spring washers, supplying precision-engineered components for the most demanding applications. All of our springs are produced onsite at our advanced facility in High Wycombe, supported by a dedicated engineering and validation centre.
Our experienced team works collaboratively with customers to ensure each spring exceeds its lifecycle requirements, with careful attention to load conditions, fatigue performance, material suitability, and dimensional tolerances. We’re trusted by industry leaders across aerospace, defence, oil & gas, and medical sectors for our technical capability and reliable production standards.
With in-house design support, material traceability, and rigorous validation procedures including shot-peening, first article inspection, and tailored fatigue testing. Springtech delivers precision extension springs you can depend on.