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Author: atasic
Date: 2009-11-29 10:10
Hi there
can somebody tell me what are springs dimensions for both Buffet and Selmer clarinets.......
Thanks in advance
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Author: Lelia Loban ★2017
Date: 2009-11-29 12:27
Sorry, but there's no simple, one-size-fits-all answer to your question. (I'm an amateur, but fwiw....) In repairing and restoring old clarinets, I've found that manfacturers use slightly different specifications on different models within the same brand, and that these sizes of springs change over the years. The strength of the spring (the gauge of the metal) is also important. If you're only looking for springs for one clarinet, your best bet might be to take it to a good repair shop. The springs themselves are very cheap, but choosing the right lengths and installing them for best performance can be tricky, especially with the needle springs.
Lelia
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Author: pewd
Date: 2009-11-29 14:44
There are 2 types of springs on those clarinets: flat springs, and round springs. Round springs also come in needle (tapered tip) and non-needle varities.
Feree's tools sells assortments - as do several other vendors.
I stock maybe 100 different sizes : needle springs, round springs, and flat springs. Too many to try and figure out exact sizes. Plus, as Lelia said, things can change over time - sometimes you need a slightly larger diameter when replacing a spring, due to the hole in the post being larger due to wear over time.
So if you're trying to do your own repairs, you'll need some of those assortment kits the vendors sell. You'll also want some flat spring screws - those things come in different sizes as well (and are a real pain - they're too small for my eyeballs - I need a magnifying glass).
As for exact sizes, maybe someone else will know - I don't keep records of exact diameters and lengths - I just replace the defective one and don't keep records...
- Paul Dods
Dallas, Texas
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Author: Tony F
Date: 2009-11-30 08:19
A few times I've had the problem of needing a wire spring and only having one in a smaller diameter. A practical, get-you-going repair can be done by using the smaller spring with a dab of araldite to hold it in the post. If you later need to remove it, just heat the spring with a soldering iron and it will come out easily. While I don't recommend this as a permanent repair, I know of several that are still working perfectly after years of service.
Tony F.
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