10/13/2026
Installing a torsion spring backwards can ruin your assembly in seconds! β οΈ
Torsion springs store energy by twisting, and they are designed to operate in the direction that winds (tightens) the coils, never unwinding them!
Reverse-loading a torsion spring causes the coils to open up, leading to physical binding, permanent set, or immediate structural failure. π₯
Here is how to identify and specify your torsion spring wind direction:
πΉ Left-Hand Wind (LHW): Coils wind counterclockwise.
πΉ Right-Hand Wind (RHW): Coils wind clockwise.
πΉ The Quick Visual Check: Hold the spring vertically. If the end of the wire coil points up and to the left, itβs Left-Hand Wind. If it points up and to the right, itβs Right-Hand Wind! π
πΉ Apply Torque Correctly: Always ensure applied forces wind the inner diameter tighter onto the mounting shaft.
Never risk reverse-loading your springs! π οΈ
Read the complete engineering guide on torsion spring wind direction: https://www.acxesspring.com/torsion-spring-wind-direction.html