What is BS EN 13906-3 - torsion spring design calculation about?

Torsion springs are normally made of wire of circular cross-section wound around an axis and with ends suitable for transmitting a twisting moment. BS EN 13906-3 is the European Standard that discusses cylindrical helical springs made from round wire and bar.

BS EN 13906-3 is the third part of the multi-series that specifies the calculation and design of cold and hot coiled cylindrical helical torsion springs with a linear characteristic, made from round wire and bar of constant diameter with values.

Who is BS EN 13906-3 - torsion spring design calculation for?

BS EN 13906-3 on cylindrical helical torsion spring design calculation is useful for:

Automotive, aerospace, and consumer goods industries
Manufacturers and suppliers of torsion springs
Designers of torsion springs
The construction industry
The rail industry
The building and construction industry

Why should you use BS EN 13906-3 - torsion spring design calculation?

Torsion springs are used in many different industries, from construction and rail to architecture and aerospace. Their helical design allows them to exert rotary force and is ideal for when there is a need for angular movement with the legs of the spring attached to other components.

BS EN 13906-3 provides guidance on theoretical torsion springs using diagrams, and design principles in order to optimise the dimensions of the spring by taking into consideration the needs and providing appropriate working space.

BS EN 13906-3 guides you with the design and calculator, to save you the hassle of manually computing all of the formulae and equations. This helps you to ensure that your design features the right spring dimensions for excellent performance during usage.

What’s changed since the last update?

BS EN 13906-3:2014 supersedes BS EN 13906-3:2001 which is withdrawn. BS EN 13906-3:2014 includes some editorial and technical changes with respect to BS EN 13906-3:2001. These include:

Updating the normative references
Technical corrections

BS EN 13906-3:2014

Cylindrical helical springs made from round wire and bar. Calculation and design - Torsion springs

Current, Under Review

Published:

28 Feb 2014