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What are banana springs – and how are they used in industry applications?

In the world of heavy-duty springs, banana springs are often overshadowed by the traditional types of compression springs. However, these quietly underrated springs have unique properties that can handle loads both laterally and sideways, unlike traditional springs.

07/01/2025 10:39:00

What are banana springs?
Banana springs, also known as side load springs, are a type of coil spring designed to withstand forces from the side or angles that are lateral to its axis. These differ from conventional compression and extension springs that experience load along their length.

Banana springs support mechanical motion in systems where components move in irregular paths or are subject to uneven forces. They also resist buckling and keep parts aligned in components that experience side impacts and shifting loads.

Read the full article in DPA's January 2025 issue

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.