Automotive Industry

Drive Innovation with Retaining Rings and Wave Springs

Smalley Wave Springs and Retaining Rings are widely used in the automotive industry. As the leading manufacturer and innovator of Wave Spring and Spiral Retaining Ring technology, Smalley is able to manufacture our parts to meet your unique application requirements.

Smalley is a multiple-time winner of the GM Quality Award. To win the award, a supplier must show above-standard performance in 13 specific quality requirements. Smalley is one of few select suppliers to win this award for consecutive years. 

Smalley technology can be found in the automotive industry in the following applications:

• Transmissions
• PTU’s (Power Transfer Units)
• Transfer Cases
• Gearboxes
• Mechanical Diode (One-Way Clutch)
• RDM (Rear Differential Module)
• Locking Differential
• Steering Systems
• Thermal Management Modules
• EGR Valves (Exhaust Gas Recirculation)
• Folding Rear View Mirrors
• Ride Control (Suspension Systems)
• Automotive Seat Applications: blowers/heaters/track mechanisms
• Airbag Inflators
• Shifters

Precision Products for Automotive Applications

Smalley rings and springs can be manufactured from .118” to 120”, 3 mm to 3000 mm. Carbon steel, stainless steel, and a wide variety of alloys are readily available for production. 

Smalley is certified ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949:2016, AS9100:2016 and ISO 14001:2015.

Smalley has established, and is continuously improving upon, a program that is designed to meet the following objectives:

• Total product conformance in terms of drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements
• 100% on-time delivery performance
• Prompt, professional and courteous response in every facet of design, manufacturing, sales and customer service
• Continued development and use of the latest technology

High Rotational Capacity Applications

Rotational capacity requirements for modern applications such as electric motors are higher than ever.

Smalley’s latest retaining ring innovation, Revolox^® Self-Locking Ring, features a ‘dome and slot’ design that safely and efficiently secures your application at high speeds. 

The revolutionary design is the first high-RPM ring on the market designed with automated installation in mind, making it ideal for high production volumes.

Download the Revolutionary Revolox^® Product Guide to learn more.

Smalley products play a crucial role in numerous electric vehicle (EV) applications, rapidly establishing themselves as essential components. You can find more details on our E-mobility page for additional insights.

Make Smalley an Approved Supplier

Smalley is an approved supplier for many automotive companies. Request Smalley to be an Approved Supplier for your company.