Disc Spring-Symbols & Units
Disc Spring-Symbols & Units
In accordance with DIN 2093 Standard, Disc Springs are classified into 3 groups as given in the table: Group Thickness of single disc in mm less than 1.25 From 1.25 to 6 Over 6 upto 14
Single disc with Ground ends & reduced material thickness (t')
No No Yes
1 2 3
Symbol De Di
Unit mm mm mm N/mm2
Term Outside diameter Inside diameter Mean diameter Modulus of elasticity Spring load of a single disc (with or without front ends) Formed height
Symbol lo s t t1
Unit mm mm mm mm
Term Free overall height of spring in its initial position Deflection of single disc Thickness of single disc Reduced thickness of single disc in the case of springs with ground ends (group 3) Poisson's ratio
Do E
ho
mm
Design stresses at the points designated OM, I, II, N/mm2 III, and IV (see figure) N Relaxation
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