Trampoline Springs

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By Jamie Fitch

Looking for more information on trampoline springs? Over the last few years, the trampoline has become a favorite among recreation items. Both children and grown ups enjoy bouncing high on this springy surface.

Generally trampolines are constructed from a fabric stretched tight over a sturdy steel frame. Coiled springs help the fabric attach to the frame. Springs help to give the fabric bounce allowing the jumper to achieve heights up to 10 meters.

Trampolines can vary in size and shape. As you leap into the air again and again, you may start to wonder about how a trampoline works. There are two components working together to help you bounce. Together the trampoline springs and mat produce enough tension so that you bounce when you jump. The height of your jumps is directly dependent upon the strength of the springs around the edges of your trampoline.

Trampoline Spring Information

Before trampoline springs can be used, they should pass the American Society for Testing and Material standards.  A process called galvanization is used to form these springs from high quality wire.  After the wire has been galvanized it is coiled and cut to the appropriate length to form springs.  Each bounce made by an individual on the trampoline places stress on the spring. 

For this reason, it is a good idea to use the toughest wire available.  Even springs made of high quality wire will stretch and weaken as time goes on.  You should perform a monthly visual check of your springs to ensure they look sturdy and have not rusted.  Covering the trampoline with a tarp when not in use as well as applying an anti-rust product like WD40 will help to keep the springs working well longer.  It is important to keep your trampoline springs in proper working order because weak or rusted springs can snap while the trampoline is in use.  While you could get replacement trampoline springs from your trampoline's manufacturer, it's also possible to get replacement parts from online stores. 

Ultra Bounce and DDI Sports are two popular spring brands.  When purchasing replacement springs you want to make sure you buy the ones that actually fit your trampoline.  You can find out which size to buy by measuring one of your current springs from one hook to the other.  This measurement should be recorded in inches as that is how replacement parts are sold.  Sometimes one spring is very stretched out and gives an off measurement. For more accuracy you can measure two or three springs.  When you have your measurement you can begin shopping for replacement springs. 

Many great replacement parts suppliers operate online. You can find out more about them through an internet search.  You can have a hassle-free trampoline experience if you regularly check for wear and tear.  Springs experience the most strain because they support the entire weight of the user.  When the resilience of a spring is gone, it should be replaced.  This is determined when a detached spring does not recoil to its original shape.  Damaged spring hooks are another sign that you need new springs. 

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