Buying Guide
How to Choose a CNC Spring Making Machine
Choosing the right CNC spring making machine depends on your wire diameter, spring or part geometry, forming approach and production requirement. This guide walks through the key factors to review before requesting a machine recommendation.
When This Guide Is Useful
Useful if you are evaluating spring making machines for a new part, comparing multi-slide and CNC compression configurations, or preparing to send a part drawing or specification for a machine recommendation.
Key Selection Factors
Wire diameter / range
The machine should cover your wire's diameter with margin, not match it at the exact edge of its range.
Axes and forming complexity
More controlled axes generally support more complex geometries and feature combinations in a single forming cycle.
Multi-point forming
When a part requires several coordinated forming points or slides acting in one cycle, a multi-point forming configuration is typically appropriate.
Spring / part geometry
A straightforward compression spring differs from a more complex multi-feature wire-formed spring part — this affects which configuration is practical.
Maximum outer diameter
The machine's capacity must accommodate the finished coil or spring outer diameter, not just the wire diameter.
Production requirement
Expected output, batch size and changeover frequency between different parts affect machine and tooling choice.
Machine / Technology Options
Multi-point forming machines (two models), 10–14 axes depending on model, Ø1.5–6 mm wire range across the series. Suited to spring/wire-formed parts requiring several coordinated forming points in one cycle.
Six models, 2–7 axes, Ø0.15–6 mm wire range and maximum outer diameter from Ø22 mm to Ø90 mm depending on model. Suited to compression spring production across a range of sizes.
Multi-Slide vs CNC Compression — Quick Comparison
| Consideration | Multi-Slide Spring Forming Machines | CNC Compression Spring Machines |
|---|---|---|
| Forming approach | Multi-point forming | Compression spring coiling |
| Axes | 10–14 (model-dependent) | 2–7 (model-dependent) |
| Wire range | Ø1.5–6 mm | Ø0.15–6 mm |
| Max outer diameter | — | Ø22–90 mm (model-dependent) |
Information to Prepare Before Requesting a Machine Recommendation
- Part drawing or spring specification
- Wire material and diameter
- Target outer diameter and free length (compression springs) or part geometry (multi-point parts)
- Required production output / batch size
Frequently Asked Questions
Not sure which spring making machine fits your part? Send us your part drawing or specification and production requirements — our engineers will review the application and help confirm the right configuration.
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