Steel Spring, Narrow
Product Specification Sheet
Steel Spring, Narrow
Model Number: MTW-23
The Steel Spring, Narrow is a long coiled spring designed primarily for demonstrating transverse wave motion and related mechanical wave phenomena. Micro Technologies supplies the spring with an approximate 20 mm diameter and 3 metre length when closed. Its extended length provides a clear path for observing travelling disturbances, wave pulses, reflection, frequency, wavelength, and vibration behaviour. The durable steel construction makes it suitable for repeated laboratory demonstrations and practical wave experiments.
Product Specification
The Steel Spring, Narrow is a mechanical wave demonstration apparatus designed for investigating transverse wave behaviour using a long, flexible steel coil. Its narrow diameter and extended length make travelling disturbances clearly visible when the spring is stretched appropriately during an experiment.
The spring has an approximate diameter of 20 mm and measures approximately 3 metres in length when closed. This long configuration provides sufficient working length for demonstrating wave propagation and observing how disturbances move through an elastic medium.
Micro Technologies supplies the narrow steel spring particularly for transverse wave motion experiments. When one end of the stretched spring is moved perpendicular to its length, a transverse disturbance travels along the coil. The movement provides a direct visual representation of mechanical wave propagation.
The apparatus can also be used to generate individual wave pulses. By producing a single displacement at one end, users can observe the pulse travelling along the spring and investigate its behaviour when it reaches a boundary.
Repeated oscillatory movement can produce continuous wave patterns, allowing qualitative comparisons involving frequency, wavelength, amplitude, and wave speed. Different excitation conditions can be applied to observe how the resulting pattern changes.
The long steel coil can also support experiments involving wave reflection and interference under suitable arrangements. This makes it a versatile accessory for broader wave-motion and vibration investigations.
Its simple construction requires no electrical supply and minimal maintenance. When not in use, the spring can be returned carefully to its closed configuration for convenient storage.
Features
- Narrow steel coil spring
- Approx. 20 mm diameter
- Approx. 3 m length when closed
- Designed for transverse wave experiments
- Long spring for clear wave observation
- Demonstrates travelling wave pulses
- Suitable for wave reflection investigations
- Supports frequency and wavelength observations
- Useful for amplitude comparisons
- Durable steel construction
- Manual operation
- No electrical power required
- Reusable laboratory apparatus
Benefits
- Provides clear visualization of transverse wave motion
- Long length makes travelling disturbances easy to observe
- Suitable for single-pulse and continuous-wave demonstrations
- Supports investigation of wavelength, frequency, and amplitude
- Steel construction provides durability for repeated use
- Simple operation requires minimal setup
- No electrical equipment is required
- Compact coiled form simplifies storage after use
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Steel Spring, Narrow |
| Internal Model No. | MT-36032 |
| Product Type | Mechanical Wave Demonstration Spring |
| Material | Steel |
| Diameter | Approx. 20 mm |
| Length | Approx. 3 m when closed |
| Configuration | Narrow Coil Spring |
| Primary Wave Type | Transverse Waves |
| Operation | Manual |
| Primary Observations | Wave propagation, pulses and reflection |
| Other Parameters | Frequency, wavelength and amplitude |
| Power Requirement | None |
| Usage / Application | Transverse wave and mechanical vibration experiments |
| Compliance Standard | Laboratory-grade mechanical construction |
Available Variants
- MT-36032 – Narrow Steel Spring, approx. 20 mm diameter
- Transverse Wave Steel Spring
- Long Steel Wave Demonstration Spring
- Mechanical Wave Spring
- Customized bulk supply configuration
SKU System
- MT-SSN-STD – Standard Narrow Steel Spring
- MT-SSN-TW – Transverse Wave Configuration
- MT-SSN-3M – Approx. 3 m Configuration
- MT-SSN-WM – Wave Motion Configuration
- MT-SSN-CUS – Customized Configuration
FAQs
What is the Narrow Steel Spring used for?
It is primarily used to demonstrate transverse wave motion and can also support experiments involving wave pulses, reflection, wavelength, frequency, and amplitude.
What is the diameter of the spring?
The spring has an approximate diameter of 20 mm.
What is the length of the spring?
The spring is approximately 3 metres long when closed.
Can it demonstrate transverse waves?
Yes. The spring is specifically suitable for transverse wave-motion experiments.
How are transverse waves produced?
The spring is suitably extended and one end is moved perpendicular to its length. The resulting disturbance travels along the spring as a transverse wave.
Can wave pulses be demonstrated?
Yes. A single movement at one end can produce a pulse that travels along the length of the spring.
Can wave reflection be observed?
Yes. Under suitable boundary conditions, a travelling pulse can reflect from the opposite end and its behaviour can be observed.
Can frequency and wavelength be investigated?
Yes. Repeated oscillations can be used to compare changes in frequency and wavelength qualitatively.
Does the spring require electrical power?
No. The apparatus is manually operated and requires no electrical power.
How should the spring be stored?
Allow the spring to return gradually to its natural coiled form. Avoid excessive stretching, twisting, kinking, or permanent deformation during use and storage.
Is the spring reusable?
Yes. Its steel construction is suitable for repeated experiments when handled correctly.
Can Narrow Steel Springs be supplied in bulk?
Yes. Micro Technologies can supply bulk quantities for physics laboratories, universities, colleges, research facilities, scientific equipment distributors, and institutional projects.
Why Choose Our Products
- Approx. 3 metre long steel spring
- Narrow 20 mm diameter construction
- Designed for transverse wave demonstrations
- Suitable for pulse and reflection experiments
- Durable and reusable construction
- Simple operation with no power requirement
- Bulk supply available for laboratory projects
Call to Action
Looking for a Narrow Steel Spring for transverse wave, wave-motion, pulse, and vibration experiments? Contact Micro Technologies for competitive quotations, bulk procurement, distributor supply, institutional orders, and complete wave and vibration laboratory equipment requirements.
