Garage Door Springs Color Code Chart

Garage door springs are color coded to aid in proper identification for repair, ordering and warehousing purposes. Garage door springs have been given color codes based on DASMA (Door & Access Systems Manufacturers Association) guidelines and specifications. Torsion springs are color coded based on wire gauge sizes. Extension springs are color coded based on the......

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Garage Door Extension Springs

Garage Door Extension Springs Garage door extension springs are installed along the horizontal track. Unlike torsion springs, extension or stretch springs fasten to a cable pulley system. As the garage door lowers the springs stretch out half of the door height.  When the door is closed the springs are under full tension, helping to raise......