Weight Garage Door Torsion Spring Chart

Choosing the right spring size for my garage door.

Weight garage door torsion spring chart.

Once you know the total weight of your garage door using a bathroom scale for doors under 300 pounds you can use the chart below to see the color extension spring you need. Torsion springs are located over the garage door and the number of springs depends on the size and weight of the door. A failing unbalanced or poorly matched spring. Before you choose the right spring size make sure you know which type of spring system your door uses torsion or extension.

Torsion spring inside diameter and overall length in many cases the inside diameter of the torsion spring will be indicated on the stationary cone in between the two springs at the midpoint of the door. If your door is 210 pounds you would need a pair on for each side of the 210 pound white springs. Garage door weight is determined by size material steel gauge thickness insulation and glass. Door weight is important when trying to figure out what torsion or extension springs are needed to counterbalance the door.

A functional garage door system lifts the door in a balanced manner. 2 means the inside diameter is two inches etc. Professional installation is recommended. Springs play a vital role in the function of a garage door.

An unbalanced door is a sign of. In essence they offset the weight of the door and make it lighter when opening or closing it whether the door is operated manually or via electrical power. We will use the corrispoding weight you ordered to customize the perfect spring s to balance your garage door. Door weights 150lbs and under will be shipped with 1 high cycle life torsion spring.

Damage the garage door. If you cannot find the size. Torsion springs need to provide enough force to equal the weight of the door. There are two types of garage door spring systems.

Torsion springs vs extension springs. The following chart provide additional information on 24 25 steel gauge steel garage door raw non insulated and insulated with standard torsion spring system that should last around 8 000 to 24 000 cycles. Do not attempt to install springs or hardware yourself unless you have the proper tools reasonable mechanical aptitude and experience and upper arm strength. Torsion springs extension springs and other garage door hardware can cause serious injury or death if not handled and installed properly.

Springs work by counteracting the force of gravity. The average modern steel single car door weighs around 125 pounds while double car doors weigh about 200 pounds. Torsion springs and garage door weight. Older doors made from wood overlay doors and full vision.