Slotted disc spring

Slotted disc springs, also known as slotted Belleville washers or slotted conical washers, are a type of disc spring with radial slots. These springs are designed to provide high force in a small space and are often used for applications where a compact, high-load spring is required.

The slots in the disc allow for a certain amount of flexibility, and they are particularly useful in situations where you need to control the force or where you want to achieve a specific load and deflection characteristic. The slots can help optimize the stress distribution within the spring and provide a degree of radial expansion.

Slotted disc springs find applications in various industries, including automotive, aerospace, machinery, and other engineering fields. They are commonly used to maintain tension, absorb shocks, compensate for thermal expansion or contraction, and provide consistent loads in dynamic or static situations.