281-391-1888 sales@katyspring.com Custom Garter Springs Manufacturing Get A Quick Quote Garter Springs Garter springs are coiled steel springs that are connected at each end to create a circular shape — basically an extension spring with the ends connected to form a circle. They are a type of extension spring with ends connected to make a garter belt that will exert force from its inner diameter. A compression garter spring exerts outward radial forces, while extension garter springs exert inward radial forces. These springs are supplied and assembled with the ends already interlocked. Manufacturing Custom Garter Springs The primary application is to maintain lip seal pressure on a shaft and include: • Oil seals • Shaft seals • Small drive belts • Belt-driven motors • Electrical connectors Helpful Video Watch a video of custom garter spring manufacturing in action. Because of the length, a steel trough is used to assist supporting the garter spring as it is coiled off the machine. Ordering Custom Garter Springs The basic information needed by Katy Spring is material, wire size, free length, number of coils, travel, diameter, end types, finish, works over, works in, and maximum solid height. It is crucial to carefully consider the space allotted to ensure that the spring will function properly and avoid costly design changes. Katy Spring can assist customers in determining design parameters if only partial data is available. Request A Quote Call Our Office (281) 391-1888 1999 KATY SPRING CIR, KATY, TX 77493 PHONE: 281-391-1888 | FAX: 281-391-0666 AFTER HOURS EMERGENCIES: 832-326-2777 Customer Service Contact Us Technical Request A Quote Warranty Media Videos | Blog | Press Company Information About Us ISO Certification Careers Testimonials Copyright © Katy Spring Mfg., Inc. | Web Development by SuburbanBuzz.com LLC Katy Spring & Mfg. Inc.