Gardner Spring MC050-0255-S Compression Spring

Product Description

The GARDNER SPRING MC050-0255-S is a precision compression spring manufactured from stainless steel with a plain finish. It has an outside diameter of 0.273 inches and a free length of 1.004 inches. The spring delivers a maximum work load of 10.37 pounds and a spring rate of 3.42 inch-pounds per inch, making it well suited for applications that demand consistent, repeatable force in a compact envelope. Closed ends provide stable seating against mating surfaces without the need for additional hardware. This spring is used in mechanical assemblies across HVAC equipment, plumbing valve components, electrical hardware, and general industrial or OEM applications.

This compression spring is appropriate for light-duty precision mechanical applications where controlled deflection and consistent load response are required. Its stainless steel construction resists corrosion in wet or chemically active environments, making it a practical choice for plumbing, pool equipment, and outdoor HVAC assemblies. The small form factor fits tight clearances common in actuator mechanisms, valve bodies, and control linkages. It is sold in a package quantity of three units, with no minimum order requirement above a single package.

Key Features

• Stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance in wet and chemically active environments
• Closed end type provides flat, stable seating on mating surfaces
• Precision spring type ensures tight dimensional and load tolerances
• Spring rate of 3.42 inch-pounds per inch for predictable force response
• Maximum work load of 10.37 pounds within a compact 0.273-inch OD profile
• Plain finish with silver color; compatible with a wide range of assembly environments

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style precision compression spring suitable for mechanical assemblies in HVAC, plumbing, pool equipment, and electrical hardware applications where a 0.273-inch OD closed-end stainless steel spring is specified.

Installation Notes

Compression springs of this type are installed by qualified mechanical technicians or field service professionals during equipment assembly or component replacement. Ensure the mating spring seat and guide bore are clean and free of debris before installation to prevent coil bind or misalignment. De-energize and depressurize any system before disassembling valve bodies or actuator mechanisms that retain this spring. Do not stretch or pre-load the spring beyond its design free length during handling, as permanent set can alter the spring rate.