Re: [NTLK] eMate hinge - Should I be w.

From: Peter Cameron (pdwc_at_sympatico.ca)
Date: Tue Feb 24 2004 - 12:17:59 PST


on 24/02/04 2:08 PM, Doug Parker at doug_at_ispinn.com wrote:
> I don't think the groove configuration (groovy?) will allow the
> spring to move.
    Problem is it will weaken it. The forces are considerable and I've seen
ungroved springs that broke when the lubricant failed. Also, some movement
of the spring is part of the design.

Peter

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