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Spring Index is a measure of the coiling of a helical spring, defining the ratio of the spring's diameter to its pitch. Check FAQs
C=Dd
C - Spring Index?D - Mean Coil Diameter of Spring?d - Diameter of spring wire?

Spring Index Example

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Here is how the Spring Index equation looks like.

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Spring Index Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
C=Dd
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
C=36mm4mm
Next Step Convert Units
C=0.036m0.004m
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
C=0.0360.004
LAST Step Evaluate
C=9

Spring Index Formula Elements

Variables
Spring Index
Spring Index is a measure of the coiling of a helical spring, defining the ratio of the spring's diameter to its pitch.
Symbol: C
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Mean Coil Diameter of Spring
Mean Coil Diameter of Spring is the average diameter of the coil in a helical spring, which is a critical parameter in spring design and functionality.
Symbol: D
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Diameter of spring wire
Diameter of spring wire is the distance across the circular cross-section of the wire used in a helical spring, affecting its overall structure and functionality.
Symbol: d
Measurement: LengthUnit: mm
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Spring Index

​Go Spring Index given Shear stress in Spring
C=𝜏πd2K8P

Other formulas in Geometry of Helical Springs category

​Go Mean Coil Diameter of Spring
D=Do+Di2
​Go Inside Diameter of Spring Coil given Mean Coil Diameter
Di=2D-Do
​Go Outside Diameter of Spring given Mean Coil Diameter
Do=2D-Di
​Go Diameter of Spring Wire given Spring Index
d=DC

How to Evaluate Spring Index?

Spring Index evaluator uses Spring Index = Mean Coil Diameter of Spring/Diameter of spring wire to evaluate the Spring Index, Spring Index formula is defined as a measure of the ratio of the mean diameter of a helical spring to its wire diameter, providing a critical parameter in the design and analysis of helical springs, particularly in determining their stiffness, strength, and overall performance. Spring Index is denoted by C symbol.

How to evaluate Spring Index using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Spring Index, enter Mean Coil Diameter of Spring (D) & Diameter of spring wire (d) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Spring Index

What is the formula to find Spring Index?
The formula of Spring Index is expressed as Spring Index = Mean Coil Diameter of Spring/Diameter of spring wire. Here is an example- 9 = 0.036/0.004.
How to calculate Spring Index?
With Mean Coil Diameter of Spring (D) & Diameter of spring wire (d) we can find Spring Index using the formula - Spring Index = Mean Coil Diameter of Spring/Diameter of spring wire.
What are the other ways to Calculate Spring Index?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Spring Index-
  • Spring Index=Shear Stress in Spring*(pi*Diameter of spring wire^2)/(Wahl Factor of Spring*8*Axial Spring Force)OpenImg
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