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Product Description

Torsion Springs

STEP 1
Measure overall length of the spring--UNWOUND. Measure spring only.
Do not include the winding and stationary ends.

STEP 2
Measure the Inside Diameter of the spring. It will be one of the following:

1 3/4"
2"
2 1/4"

STEP 3
Determine Wire Size.
Measure the length of 10 coils of the spring
.
Refer to Wire Chart. Example: 10 coils measures 2 1/4" = .225 wire size.

Wire Chart
Length of 10 Coils
Wire Size
2 1/16"
.207
2 3/16"
.218
2 1/4"
.225
2 5/16"
.234
2 7/16"
.243
2 1/2"
.250
2 5/8"
.262
Over .262 Wire, Call for Price.

STEP 4
Determine Spring Wind.
Standing inside the garage, looking at the spring.

If the spring is mounted in the center and points to the left, the spring is Right Hand Wound.

If the spring points to the right, it is Left Hand Wound.

Alternate method:
Look at the end of your spring and refer to example below.

Left Hand Wind
Right Hand Wind

WINDING TOOL

$15.00/pair


Pricing Information
Product
Price
Action
Springs that have a Wire Size .207 to .243
$45.00
Springs that have a Wire Size .250 to .262
$55.00


Winding & Stationary Ends Included
Winding Tool
(per pair)
$15.00

If you have 2 springs, we recommend that you replace both springs.

If you have an Industrial or Commercial Door, or if your spring does not
match the spring chart above, please call for pricing. 800-829-6002

Same day shipping if order is received before 12:00 noon EST.

TO ORDER BY PHONE

Please call us at (800) 829-6002

WARNING!

Torsion springs can be hazardous, resulting in personal injury if improperly installed or mishandled. Do not attempt install them yourself unless you have the right tools, reasonable knowledge, mechanical aptitude or experience. Never use screwdrivers or other substitutes for winding bars. If you are unsure please call a professional or request professional installation instructions.