Gardner Spring 8C16C Compression Spring 0.5 in Od 12 in

Product Description

The GARDNER SPRING 8C16C is a cut-to-length compression spring designed for applications where a standard fixed-length spring does not meet the required working length. Made from galvanized steel, this spring features a 0.5 inch outside diameter, a 12 inch free length, and a 0.0625 inch wire diameter. The spring rate is 4.5 pounds per inch, providing consistent force across the compression range. Open ends allow it to be cut to a shorter working length as the job demands. Technicians and fabricators working in HVAC, plumbing, or light mechanical assemblies will find this format practical for custom fitment situations.

This compression spring suits residential and light commercial maintenance, repair, and fabrication tasks where a field-adjustable spring length is needed. The galvanized finish resists corrosion in moderately humid environments. Its 12 inch free length provides enough stock to yield multiple shorter springs from a single piece, making it a cost-effective solution when exact spring lengths vary across a job or equipment lineup. Installers typically cut to length using appropriate spring or wire cutting tools suited to the wire gauge.

Key Features

• Cut-to-length format allows field trimming to required working length
• 0.5 inch outside diameter for straightforward bore and housing fitment
• 4.5 pounds per inch spring rate for predictable load-deflection behavior
• 0.0625 inch wire diameter provides consistent coil geometry along full length
• Galvanized steel finish for corrosion resistance in damp or outdoor-adjacent installations
• Open ends allow clean cuts and flexible end preparation in the field

Compatibility

Designed as a cut-to-length replacement or fabrication-stock compression spring suitable for general mechanical, HVAC, and plumbing assembly applications requiring a 0.5 inch OD spring at a 4.5 pound per inch rate.

Installation Notes

Cut to the required working length using wire or spring cutting tools rated for the wire gauge before installation. Always de-energize or isolate the equipment being serviced before removing or installing spring components. Verify that the cut end is square and free of burrs to ensure even load distribution and to protect adjacent components. Wear appropriate eye and hand protection when cutting spring wire.