Constant Force Springs (negators) Prestressed Spiral Springs (Spirators)

AMETEK is a leading supplier of stock and custom springs as well as mechanical reels for precise medical applications. Flat wound springs and mechanical reels are used for such medical applications as:

	Constant force counterbalance systems. AMETEK's complete line of springs products can precisely counterbalance loads from less than one pound to over 80 pounds of force. Recent developments include laminated spring assemblies for high loads with precision tolerance. Counterbalance application include surgical arm and fixed x-ray devices. Constant force springs(negators) can be used as clamping devices providing a constant force precisely applied to a location. Application include endoscopy clamps and orthopedic fixation. Prestressed spiral springs(spirators) or mechanical reels  provide compact rotational energy ideal for retracting cables or closing drawers on medical cabinets.
Electric Cord Reels and Data Reels
AMETEK is the leading supplier of retractable reel to neatly manage power cord and data cables. Electric cord reels are available to meet third party agency listing requirements for UL 355, UL 2601, UL 60601-1 and IEC-60601. Our reels are tested to over 20,000 extension and retraction cycles and are available in stock and custom mounting configurations. Reels are also available in a variety of medical colors to match your mobile equipment. Applications include:
Mobile medical diagnostic equipment including portable x-ray machines, hospital stretchers as well as any portable diagnostic equipment where eliminating power cables hanging from the device. Our retractable reels provide a neat clean appearance as well as elimination of safety hazards from loose cables left extended from the device. Mobile computer carts and pharmacy carts. AMETEK's electric cord reels are ideal for providing power for laptops and battery charging systems mounted on mobile carts. Data Reels are used for high speed downloading of patient information such as digital X-rays and large files. AMETEK's complete line of reels include CAT 5,CAT 6 and VGA cables with lengths up to 40 feet.