Gardner Spring M-8C19C Compression Spring 0.328in Od 12in

Product Description

The GARDNER SPRING M-8C19C is a cut-to-length compression spring designed for applications requiring a customizable working length. Constructed from stainless steel with a galvanized finish, it offers corrosion resistance suitable for both indoor and outdoor service environments. The spring measures 0.328 inches in outside diameter with a 12-inch free length and a 0.041-inch wire diameter. A spring rate of 1.8 pounds per inch makes it well-suited for light-to-moderate load applications. Maintenance technicians, mechanical contractors, and equipment assemblers typically work with this type of spring across industrial, HVAC, and general mechanical systems.

Cut-to-length compression springs are used wherever a standard fixed-length spring does not match the required travel or installation envelope. This spring can be trimmed to a specific working length on site, reducing the need to stock multiple fixed-length SKUs. Typical applications include control linkages, valve assemblies, equipment latches, and tension-management mechanisms in both residential and light commercial equipment. Its gray color and galvanized stainless steel construction make it identifiable and durable across a range of service conditions.

Key Features

• Cut-to-length design allows field trimming to exact working length requirements
• 0.328-inch outside diameter fits standard spring pockets and guides in that size range
• 0.041-inch wire diameter provides consistent coil geometry along the full 12-inch length
• 1.8 pounds per inch spring rate suits light-to-moderate load and deflection applications
• Stainless steel construction with galvanized finish for corrosion resistance
• Gray finish aids quick visual identification during service

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement or service stock compression spring for mechanical assemblies requiring a 0.328-inch outside diameter cut-to-length spring at a 1.8 pounds per inch spring rate.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by mechanical technicians or maintenance personnel familiar with spring-loaded assemblies. Before servicing any spring-loaded mechanism, relieve all stored mechanical energy and de-energize associated electrical or pneumatic systems. When cutting this spring to length, use proper spring-cutting tools to maintain square ends and consistent coil pitch. Consult applicable equipment service documentation for correct compressed length and load specifications before installation.