Protecting ball screws, threads, and guide columns against dirt, swarf, and mechanical damage requires a specialized type of defensive armor. Hennig’s telescopic springs fit the bill. Also known as spring guards or spiral springs, these coils of hardened high-grade spring steel ensure excellent protection, even when fully extended.
The key is an overlap of the individual winding of at least 40%. Built-in optimal resilience and our special manufacturing method ensure easy compression and extension. Horizontal springs have minimal sag and vertically used springs have only a slight lateral deviation.
TELESCOPIC SPRING ASSEMBLY AND MAINTENANCE
For horizontal applications, we recommend installing the springs with the large diameter nearest to the swarf accumulation area. For vertical applications, install with the large diameter at the top. The maximum deflection in horizontal installations will be about 2 – 3% of the maximum mounting length.