Wave Springs: Compact, Efficient, and Engineered for Your Application 

Wave springs are a space-saving alternative to traditional coil springs, offering the same force with up to 50% less axial space. Rotor Clip’s wave springs are engineered from high-quality flat wire, which is rolled in-house at a controlled pace to achieve precise tolerances before coiled into a variety of wave spring designs. This process ensures efficient, high-performance results, reducing both space and weight while maintaining robust force generation. 

We offer a full range of wave spring types including multi-turn, single-turn, nested, linear, and round-wire, each suited for specific applications from bearing preload to high-load environments. 

• Multi-Turn Wave Springs: provide the same force as coil springs but at half the height, maximizing space and weight savings. 

• Single-Turn Wave Springs: are commonly used for bearing preload and tolerance take-up. 

• Nested Wave Springs: increase load capacity in direct proportion to the number of turns, allowing for nearly unlimited force generation. 

• Round-Wire Wave Springs: are ideal for generating heavy loads in tight spring cavities and are often compared to single Belleville washers or disc springs. 

• Linear Wave Springs: offer an excellent option for applications requiring preload in a straight groove or channel. 

Wave springs offer several advantages over traditional springs. Their multi-turn flat wire design generates force through bending rather than torsional load, which ensures efficient load distribution across nearly 80% of the spring’s deflection. This results in reduced part count, lower cost, and simplified assembly, minimizing the risk of errors in complex designs. 

Custom Wave Springs for Your Design Needs 

When specifying a wave spring for your application, several key factors must be considered, such as whether the spring is dynamically or statically compressed, the load and cycle life requirements, and any environmental conditions that may impact material selection.  

Customization is a standout feature of Rotor Clip’s wave springs, and we offer various options to meet your exact needs, including: 

• Inside and outside diameter 

• Section width 

• Number of turns 

• Material thickness 

• Number of waves per turn 

• End types, including gap type, overlap, and patented flat end designs for preventing damage to mating surfaces 

Available in diameters from 0.118” to 24” (3 mm – 610 mm), and materials like stainless steel, Inconel, Elgiloy, and Hastelloy, Rotor Clip wave springs meet the demanding needs of aerospace, medical, and industrial applications. 

With manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and Europe and a global engineering team, Rotor Clip is well-equipped to support your design from prototype to production. Contact us today to find the ideal wave spring for your next project. Our team is ready to leverage their expertise and experience to ensure your design not only meets but exceeds your performance expectations.