Quick answer: The spring's nominal output does not replace the assembly load calculation. Orientation changes gravity and the way guidance carries the moving mass.
Does rotating the assembly change the required spring force?
In a horizontal slide, friction and acceleration may dominate. In a vertical slide, weight contributes directly to required counterbalance. A force selected for one orientation can therefore feel excessive in another. Keep the spring mechanism and external load model as distinct inputs.
A practical verification method
Measure assembly resistance in each intended orientation before deciding whether the same spring specification is appropriate.
| Item | What to record | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Reference configuration | Part or assembly identity and drawing revision | Make comparisons traceable |
| Test conditions | Relevant position, direction and operating condition | Compare the same characteristic |
| Decision evidence | Measure assembly resistance in each intended orientation before deciding whether the same spring specification is appropriate. | Resolve the specific question before approval |
Use the result in an engineering request
Describe the observed condition and the required function separately. Include the relevant drawing revision and your results from the check above. If an acceptance limit has not been established, identify it as an open design input rather than treating a successful trial as approval.
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