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Originally Posted by Spuds
And that's the big IF right? What we really need would be a higher sample size as mentioned before. But that gets expensive pretty quick if you want to be really science-y about it.
Also, what parameters should we really be looking for to determine manufacturing quality other than spring rate?
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Well, if referring to the textbook definition of quality, we want to quantify the variance of target requirements. Linearity and usable deflection come to mind. A sample population would have to be destructively tested to find the set deflection.
I will guess that the generic spring will bind before it sets. Looked up the swift. That particular one can be compressed 1.2 inches beyond its maximum rated deflection so I'd be interested in lifespan if I approach that limit in my application.