Gardner Spring SS-16M Utility Compression Spring

Product Description

The GARDNER SPRING SS-16M is a utility compression spring manufactured from stainless steel with a plain finish. It is designed to store and release mechanical energy under axial load in a wide range of light industrial, HVAC, plumbing, and equipment maintenance applications. The spring measures 0.625 inches in outside diameter with a free length of 2.67 inches and a wire diameter of 0.054 inches. It carries a maximum work load of 3.91 pounds and a spring rate of 4.65 pounds per inch, making it suitable for moderate-duty return and tension applications where corrosion resistance is required.

This compression spring sees use in residential and light commercial settings wherever a compact, corrosion-resistant return spring is needed. Common install scenarios include damper linkages, valve actuators, equipment access panels, and general mechanical assemblies in HVAC, plumbing, and pool equipment. Its stainless steel construction makes it well suited for damp or chemically active environments. Closed ends provide stable seating against flat surfaces without additional hardware.

Key Features

• Stainless steel construction resists corrosion in wet and chemically active environments
• Closed end type provides flat, stable seating on mounting surfaces
• Spring rate of 4.65 pounds per inch allows predictable, consistent load response
• Maximum work load of 3.91 pounds suits moderate-duty return and compression applications
• Compact solid height of 0.87 inches fits space-constrained assemblies
• Plain finish maintains dimensional consistency for close-tolerance installations

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style utility compression spring suitable for general mechanical assemblies requiring a 0.625-inch OD closed-end spring with corrosion-resistant properties.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by maintenance technicians and trade professionals during equipment servicing or assembly. Always de-energize or depressurize the associated system before removing or installing compression springs. Use appropriate hand tools and eye protection, as compressed springs can release stored energy unexpectedly during installation. Verify seating of closed ends against mating surfaces before returning the assembly to service.