{"id":3526,"date":"2025-06-19T10:22:05","date_gmt":"2025-06-19T02:22:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lispring.com\/?p=3526"},"modified":"2025-07-22T10:38:53","modified_gmt":"2025-07-22T02:38:53","slug":"wave-spring-washer-for-bearing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wp.lispring.com\/it\/wave-spring-washer-for-bearing\/","title":{"rendered":"Rondella elastica per cuscinetto"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Wave spring washers are widely used in a wide range of fields, including machinery, electronics, automobiles, aviation, etc. They are very important elastic components. Compared with traditional washers, wave spring washers not only have buffering and preload functions, but also can realize spring force in a small space, which is powerful. This article will systematically explain the value and function of wave spring washers from the perspective of wave spring washer size, specifications, working principle to application fields and supplier recommendations.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3445\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3445\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3445\" title=\"sorgenti d&#039;onda\" src=\"https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/wave-springs-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"sorgenti d&#039;onda\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/wave-springs-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/wave-springs-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/wave-springs-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/wave-springs-16x12.jpg 16w, https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/wave-springs-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/wave-springs.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3445\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">rondelle elastiche ondulate<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Hot related searches: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lispring.com\/the-ultimate-guide-to-understanding-gap-wave-springs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">molla dell&#039;onda di spacco<\/a>\u3001<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lispring.com\/overlap-wave-spring-understanding-and-applications\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sovrapporre la molla dell&#039;onda<\/a>\u3001<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lispring.com\/product-category\/wave-spring\/multi-turn-wave-springs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">molle ondulate multigiro<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Cos&#039;\u00e8 una rondella elastica ondulata?<\/h2>\n<p>Wave spring washer is a thin-sheet washer made of metal <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/wp.lispring.com\/it\/material\/\">materiale<\/a> with a wavy appearance. Its main function is to provide axial elastic load, compensate for assembly errors, reduce noise or vibration, and improve the stability of the connection.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Core characteristics:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Wave-shaped appearance;<\/p>\n<p>Works in the axial force direction;<\/p>\n<p>Can provide a large elastic force in a limited axial space;<\/p>\n<p>Commonly used in fastening systems with high preload requirements but limited space.<\/p>\n<h2>Wave spring washer size parameter table<\/h2>\n<p>Different application scenarios require wave spring washers of different sizes. The following are the English parameter representations of common specifications:<\/p>\n<table style=\"height: 351px;\" width=\"546\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Parametro<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Descrizione<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Outer Diameter (OD)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>External diameter of the washer<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Inner Diameter (ID)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Central hole diameter fitting the fastener<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Material Thickness<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Thickness of the metal strip (usually in mm)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Free Height (H)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Original height before compression<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Numero di onde<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Typically 3, 4, or 6 waves based on load <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/wp.lispring.com\/it\/design\/\">progetto<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Common specifications<\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Standard<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Descrizione<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>DIN 137 (Type A\/B)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>German standard with either curved or waved design<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>ASME B18.21.3<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>U.S. standard for metric\/inch-based wave washers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Customized Spec<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Tailored to specific axial force or fit constraints<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Changes in axial load of wave spring washers under different compression amounts<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-3529\" title=\"2025 06 19 10.26.38\" src=\"https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/2025-06-19-10.26.38-300x183.png\" alt=\"2025 06 19 10.26.38\" width=\"507\" height=\"309\" srcset=\"https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/2025-06-19-10.26.38-300x183.png 300w, https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/2025-06-19-10.26.38-1024x625.png 1024w, https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/2025-06-19-10.26.38-768x468.png 768w, https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/2025-06-19-10.26.38-18x12.png 18w, https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/2025-06-19-10.26.38-600x366.png 600w, https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/2025-06-19-10.26.38.png 1128w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 507px) 100vw, 507px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<p><strong>As can be seen from the figure:<\/strong><br \/>\nThe axial load increases nonlinearly with the increase in compression amount;<br \/>\nBetween 0.4mm and 1.0mm, the elastic effect is more obvious, which is suitable for precision parts for pre-tightening and vibration buffering;<br \/>\nThis feature makes wave spring washers very suitable for occasions where space is limited but constant elastic force is required.<\/p>\n<h2>Types of Wave Spring Washers<\/h2>\n<p>Wave spring washers can be divided into various types according to their shape and structure to meet different loads and space restrictions:<\/p>\n<table style=\"height: 351px;\" width=\"551\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Industria<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Application Examples<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Automotive<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Bearing preload, clutch assemblies, door hinges<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Elettronica<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>PCB mounting, sensor tensioning<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Dispositivi medici<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Small motor systems, surgical tools<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Aerospaziale<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Avionics, vibration dampening in cabin systems<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Machinery<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Hydraulic pumps, gear preload, industrial tools<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Come funzionano le rondelle elastiche a onda?<\/h2>\n<p>The working principle of wave spring washers is to provide a controllable axial force between two assemblies through the elastic deformation of their wave-shaped structure. When external force is applied, the washer will compress along the wave direction and continue to maintain a certain <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/wp.lispring.com\/it\/contact-us\/\">contatto<\/a> force under the reaction force, thereby achieving the following functions:<\/p>\n<p>Maintain a stable preload of the bolt fastener;<\/p>\n<p>Absorb the gap caused by shock, vibration and thermal expansion and contraction;<\/p>\n<p>Avoid loosening or sliding, and improve system reliability;<\/p>\n<p>Applicable to occasions with frequent thermal expansion and contraction.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3500\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3500\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3500\" title=\"Informazioni su Wave Spring\" src=\"https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/About-Wave-Spring-300x203.jpg\" alt=\"Informazioni su Wave Spring\" width=\"300\" height=\"203\" srcset=\"https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/About-Wave-Spring-300x203.jpg 300w, https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/About-Wave-Spring-1024x694.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/About-Wave-Spring-768x521.jpg 768w, https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/About-Wave-Spring-1536x1042.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/About-Wave-Spring-2048x1389.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/About-Wave-Spring-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/advich-wordpress-static-resources.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/lishengtanhuang\/About-Wave-Spring-600x407.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3500\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">rondelle elastiche ondulate<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Use and industry application of wave spring washers<\/h2>\n<p>Due to their compact structure and strong adaptability, wave spring washers are widely used in the following fields:<\/p>\n<table style=\"height: 350px;\" width=\"548\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Industria<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Application Examples<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Automotive<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Bearing preload, clutch assemblies, door hinges<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Elettronica<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>PCB mounting, sensor tensioning<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Dispositivi medici<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Small motor systems, surgical tools<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Aerospaziale<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Avionics, vibration dampening in cabin systems<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Machinery<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Hydraulic pumps, gear preload, industrial tools<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Recommended high-quality wave spring washers suppliers (international and domestic)<\/h2>\n<table style=\"height: 351px;\" width=\"773\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Supplier<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Posizione<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Key Strengths<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lispring.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>LISHENG spring<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<td>Cina<\/td>\n<td>No-gap wave washers, aerospace and medical grade<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Boker's Inc.<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>STATI UNITI D'AMERICA<\/td>\n<td>Rapid prototyping and custom specifications<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Heinrich Kipp Werk<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Germania<\/td>\n<td>DIN-compliant high-performance metal parts<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>BoXing Hardware Co., Ltd.<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>China (Guangdong)<\/td>\n<td>OEM\/ODM for electronics and light machinery<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>HengYue Precision Metals<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>China (Dongguan)<\/td>\n<td>Custom wave washers, supports batch prototyping<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Comparison of Wave Spring Washers vs. Other Spring Washers<\/h2>\n<table style=\"height: 692px;\" width=\"778\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Caratteristica<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Rondella elastica ondulata<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Belleville Washer (Disc Spring)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Rondella di sicurezza spaccata<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Forma<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Wavy\/undulating ring<\/td>\n<td>Conical (disc-shaped)<\/td>\n<td>Helical split ring<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Axial Load Capacity<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Moderate to high (depending on turns &amp; material)<\/td>\n<td>Very high axial load, especially in stacks<\/td>\n<td>Low axial load, mainly used for locking<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Gamma di deflessione<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Large deflection under light load<\/td>\n<td>Small deflection under high load<\/td>\n<td>Minimal deflection<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Efficienza dello spazio<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Excellent in axial space-constrained designs<\/td>\n<td>Requires more axial space when stacked<\/td>\n<td>Compact but less reliable for load distribution<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Vibration Dampening<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Good vibration absorption and noise reduction<\/td>\n<td>Moderato<\/td>\n<td>Low vibration resistance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Typical Applications<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Electronics, bearings, gear assemblies, preloading<\/td>\n<td>Heavy machinery, valves, bolted joints requiring high force<\/td>\n<td>General fastener locking (basic mechanical connections)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Precision Control<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Suitable for precise load control<\/td>\n<td>Suitable for precise and heavy-duty applications<\/td>\n<td>Not designed for precision<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Costo<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Medium to high (depending on customization)<\/td>\n<td>High (especially in stainless or Inconel materials)<\/td>\n<td>Basso<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><strong>Key points for interpretation\uff1a<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Wave spring washers are more suitable for applications with limited space and stable light and medium loads, such as electronic equipment, micro-machines or bearing assembly.<\/p>\n<p>Belleville spring washers are suitable for high-load applications, such as heavy equipment, wind turbines, and construction machinery.<\/p>\n<p>Split washers are low-cost but are prone to failure due to vibration and are generally not recommended for high-vibration applications or important connectors.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusione<\/h2>\n<p>Wave spring washers are a kind of mechanical accessories with powerful functions. They have super elastic force, are not limited by space, and can effectively absorb dynamic loads while keeping parts tight. Moreover, wave spring washers meet the wide range of needs of different industries in high-precision and high-reliability application scenarios due to their rich types and flexible structural design. Whether it is automotive, electronics or aerospace engineering, choosing the right wave spring washers can effectively improve assembly and product life. I believe that after reading this article, you will have a more comprehensive understanding, and it will definitely help you choose a more cost-effective product.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Wave spring washers are widely used in a wide range of fields, including machinery, electronics, automobiles, aviation, etc. They are very important elastic components. Compared with traditional washers, wave spring washers not only have buffering and preload functions, but also can realize spring force in a small space, which is powerful. 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