springs and where to find them.

[nosnik]

ok guys i really need help for this. im looking for a spring i can use in a spring loaded ball valve set up and i have wrecked my brains trying to find out where i can buy one. anyone know of a cheap common (easy to find) item where i can find one?
any help will be much appreciated!

[Crna Legija]

if you live in oz bunning sells them i would say the all hardwear shops would sell them aswell

[inonickname]

Most hardware and DIY stores will carry a selection of individual springs in individual poly bags for applications like gates, doors etc. Most places will even have a board with the springs on them to make getting the right one easier.

[nosnik]

i live in singapore. ill try the hardware shop tmr thanks! oh and i found a pdf file that explains pvc pipe ratings. http://www.cn.piping.georgfischer.com/g ... AA8D2B66E3


[edit] ok so i found the spring! how ever i might not that the proper on . wat i found was a hammock spring its large and heavy duty. i bought it and im going to try it out.

[edit] ok the spring i bought was totally useless >_> 3 bucks..

[joepage2008x2]

When I once made my spring-loaded ball valve for my launcher I couldnt be bothered to look for a spring, a great alternative is the inside of bungee cord (elastic) - it worked great.

There is always ebay

[nosnik]

not everyone has a credit card. ill try to look for an alternative.. thanks guys.

[deathbyDWV]

Look at the hardware store for a screen door spring. Like this one...
http://www.thegreathardwarestore.com/Pr ... click=2744

[nosnik]

ohhhh!! tyty death! that would help! thanks

[jackssmirkingrevenge]

How about a big mousetrap

[velocity3x]

Lowes / Home Depot sells an assorted package of springs.

[nosnik]

LOL thanks guys! how ever we dont have home depot or lowes..

[clemsonguy1125]

http://home.earthlink.net/~bazillion/intro.html
You can always make one.[/url]