How to use the spring constant combination calculator
Combine two springs in series or parallel. Enter spring 1, spring 2 in the fields above; the parallel, series are computed instantly and plotted on the chart so you can see how the answer changes.
Formula
Variables
- k1 — Spring 1 (N/m)
- k2 — Spring 2 (N/m)
Worked example
With spring 1 = 100 N/m, spring 2 = 300 N/m, the calculator gives parallel ≈ 400 N/m; series ≈ 75 N/m.
Frequently asked questions
What is the formula for the spring constant combination calculation?
Parallel (N/m) = k1+k2. Series (N/m) = k1 × k2 / (k1+k2). Here k1 is spring 1 (N/m), k2 is spring 2 (N/m).
What inputs do I need for the spring constant combination calculator?
You need spring 1 in N/m, spring 2 in N/m. Each field is pre-filled with a typical example so you can see how the result responds as you edit the numbers.
How do I use this calculator?
Type values into the input fields. Results and the chart update instantly. Use Reset to restore the example values, Copy results to paste them elsewhere, or Share to copy a link that preserves your inputs.
Is the result exact?
Calculations use standard formulas and double-precision arithmetic, then display about seven significant figures. Real-world measurements carry uncertainty, so treat results as estimates unless your inputs are exact.