Wave Springs

Why settle for ordinary springs when wave springs offer optimal force handling, space savings and performance?

Save up to 50% Axial Space in Your Application

If you’re looking for a spring solution for your assembly, don’t just settle for traditional coil or disc springs. In many cases, the routine choice may not be your best choice. After all, requirements like force handling, work heights, travel distances and avoiding wear and tear must be met — all in a small amount of space.

3D render comparing a wave spring and a coil spring, showcasing the distinct structural differences: the wave spring features compact, flat waves for efficient space usage, while the coil spring has a classic cylindrical helical form

Made from coiled flat wire with waves added for spring effect, wave springs have a superior force-to-work height ratio and require only half the work height of traditional springs. They provide consistent force over a wide range of deflections, transmitting those forces only in the intended axial direction while improving dimensional tolerances. Wave springs do not suffer from torsional loading and twisting that can cause wear.

At Rotor Clip, our wave springs can be customized with ease, without incurring tooling costs. Simple adjustments to the wire thickness, number of waves, or material cross-section can greatly alter the spring loads and cycle life capacity.

Whether you’re looking for axial or radial space savings, increased travel distances, or the ability to self-locate in bored holes and shafts, Rotor Clip wave springs are a versatile and reliable solution.

Sizes ranging from .118″ to 24″ (3 mm to 610 mm).

Optimize your application

Each type of wave spring has unique design features that allow for specific applications, such as high load capacities, low operating heights, and precise spring rates. Explore the different styles of wave springs that we offer below.

3D render of a Single-Turn Overlap Wave Spring, showing a compact design with overlapping ends for uniform force distribution and reduced operational height

Single-Turn Wave Springs

3D render of a round wire wave spring, featuring a continuous loop of wire formed into precise, uniform waves, designed for consistent load pressure in confined spaces

Round-Wire Wave Springs

3D render of a stainless steel multi-turn wave spring, highlighting its several coiled turns that provide durable and flexible compression capabilities for high-stress applications

Multi-Turn Wave Springs

3D render of a stainless steel nested wave spring, displaying multiple concentric wave springs combined into a single, robust unit, enhancing load capacity and stiffness for advanced mechanical applications

Nested Wave Springs

3D render of a stainless steel linear wave spring, depicting a streamlined, elongated wave form designed for even force distribution and reduced space usage in linear applications

Linear Wave Springs

3D render of a custom interlaced wave spring by Rotor Clip, featuring multiple intertwined stainless steel wave springs for enhanced load-bearing capacity and compact design

Custom Wave Springs

Wave Spring Materials & Finishes

Unique to our industry Rotor Clip carries a wide selection of material grades and finishes to suit specific industries and their environments. Rotor Clip’s staff will apply their rich metallurgical expertise to guide you to the materials and finishes that will maximize reliability and performance.

Explore material and finish options

Materials

Carbon steel (standard)
17-7 Stainless Steel
Special Material Grades:
Stainless – AISI 302

Stainless – AISI 316

Stainless – A286

Inconel® X-750
Elgiloy®

Hastelloy® C276

Beryllium-copper

Phosphor-bronze

Finishes

Carbon steel – oil dip
Stainless – vapor degreased and ultrasonic cleaned
Stainless – passivation
Vibratory deburr

Packaging Options

Our service doesn’t stop at the manufacture of our parts. We ensure that our parts are packaged the way you want them so they arrive in excellent condition. The parts are also packaged in quantities and weights that offer ease of handling, simplification of installation and fully recyclable materials, allowing you to meet schedule and cost projections as well as sustainability objectives.