MITCalc - Torsion Springs

Available in all shapes and sizes, springs are critical components for a wide variety of items around us, from the simplest door hinge to switches, levers and industrial grips. Whether you are a do-it-yourself enthusiast or you simply need to fix something around the house, making sure you get the right measurements from the start can save you a lot of time and energy in the long run.

As the name suggests, MITCalc - Torsion Springs is a spreadsheet that includes all the utensils you need to design the spring you need for your next project.

The highlight of this Excel-based application stems from the fact that once you input the measurements in the dedicated fields, the designed is generated automatically. The addon calculates and designs specific items based on various information and multiple algorithms found in specialized literature.

It is worth mentioning that the designs recommended by the tool take into account various factors of your project, such as weight, geometry and strength needed, for instance. The app can lend a hand with calculating the mounting dimensions for known spring loading and production parameters.

In the eventuality that you need to design springs that are going to be part of a larger project, then you will be happy to learn that the tool allows you to export your work to various CAD-specific CAD formats.