What are wire forms?
Wire products, or wire forms, perform a wide range of mechanical functions in technical systems. They are used for guiding, fixation, locking, damping, or as structural support. Through their shape and material stiffness, they can absorb forces, hold components in position, or allow controlled movement. Unlike traditional springs, many wire forms do not have a spring characteristic but instead provide stable and repeatable mechanical performance.
Their compact design and high degree of form freedom make wire forms suitable for both dynamic and static applications, often in locations where space is limited or where multiple functions must be combined.
There are various types of wire forms, each with specific functional properties. U-shaped forms are commonly used as brackets for mounting or guiding components. Z-shaped forms offer slight flexibility or damping, for example when bridging height differences. Bent or round forms function as retaining clips, pivot points, or clamping elements. Multi-axis 3D forms combine several functions in one compact component and are used in complex mechanisms, such as in mechanical engineering or medical technology. Spiral-shaped wire forms can temporarily store torsion or provide controlled force release, for example in folding or return systems. Each type is selected based on the required movement, load, and installation conditions.
Applications of wire forms
- Mechanical engineering: Wire forms serve as mechanical components in conveyor systems, assembly lines, and spring clamps. They are used for locking, positioning, or guiding moving parts under repeated load.
- Lighting technology: In this sector, small wire forms are used as contact wires, grounding brackets, or clamping springs in printed circuit boards, LED luminaires, and junction boxes. Thanks to their dimensional accuracy and conductive properties, they are suitable for precision applications.
- Medical: In medical devices and dosing mechanisms, fine wire forms are used where precision, reliability, and material quality are critical. Examples include components in surgical instruments or sensor holders.
- Agricultural: Wire forms are applied in locking mechanisms, guides, or fastening components of agricultural machinery. They perform reliably in dirty, humid, and heavily loaded environments.
Why choose wire forms from De Spiraal?
At De Spiraal, we combine technical expertise with modern CNC technology to deliver high-quality wire forms. From the initial design stage, we actively support you in defining shape, functionality, and material selection, ensuring that each solution fits your application perfectly. Our CNC wire bending machines provide maximum design freedom and reproducible quality, even for complex geometries or large production volumes.
Each wire form undergoes careful inspection, and upon request we can supply measurement reports and material certificates. Thanks to our in-house toolmaking facility and flexible production capacity, we can deliver quickly, from prototypes to mass production. Choose wire forms from De Spiraal: reliable, precise, and fully tailored to your technical requirements.
Advantages of our wire forms
- Custom solutions: Each wire form is precisely tailored to your application. Length, wire diameter, bending angles, and mounting method are specifically designed for optimal performance.
- Consistent quality: Through advanced CNC technology and digital quality monitoring, we guarantee dimensionally accurate and identical products, even in large series.
- Suitable for complex geometries: We provide reproducible solutions for demanding 2D or 3D shapes without additional tooling costs.
- Wide range of materials: Wire forms are available in spring steel, stainless steel, galvanised wire, and, upon request, special alloys or surface finishes.
- Fast production and short lead times: With efficient production lines, in-house engineering, and extensive material expertise, we deliver quickly without compromising on quality.
Order custom wire forms from De Spiraal
Looking for accurate and reliable wire products for your application? At De Spiraal, we design and produce custom wire shapes, from simple brackets to complex 3D structures. Whether it's a single prototype or a large series: we deliver quickly, reproducibly and fully tailored to your technical requirements.
Our specialists are happy to think along with you about form, material, attachment and application. From mechanical engineering to medical technology, we make sure it fits.
Looking for a wire form that suits your application?
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