What is air squib ring, What are different names of air squib ring in car?

An air squib ring is typically associated with the airbag system in cars. The more common name for this component is the clock spring (or clockspring). It is a crucial part of the steering wheel mechanism that helps maintain the electrical connection between the car’s steering wheel and various components, such as the airbag, horn, and steering wheel buttons (like audio or cruise control).

What is an Air Squib Ring / Clock Spring?

The clock spring is a flat, spiral-wound cable that sits inside the steering column, allowing it to expand and contract as the steering wheel turns. When you turn the steering wheel, this part ensures that the connections to the airbag and other steering wheel controls do not get interrupted or damaged. It is called a "clock spring" because its structure resembles a coiled spring, but it is more like a ribbon cable that can unwind and wind back up.

Different Names for the Air Squib Ring:

1. Clock Spring / Clockspring - This is the most common term used in automotive repair and industry.
2. Spiral Cable - This term is used in some car manuals and by certain manufacturers, referring to the spiral-wound nature of the cable inside.
3. Steering Wheel Clock Spring - Emphasizing its role in the steering wheel assembly.
4. Airbag Clock Spring - Highlighting its critical connection to the airbag system.
5. Squib Connector - The term "squib" is often used to refer specifically to the connectors or circuits that deploy the airbag, so some might refer to the entire unit as the squib connector.

All of these terms refer to the same component or assembly that ensures a secure connection between the steering wheel's rotating movements and the car's stationary electrical system, especially important for airbag deployment.