Washers, an important part for weight distribution in many machines, are thin, disc-shaped plates with a hole in the center. Though they are commonly metal, washers come in a variety of materials and are used as spacers, springs, pre-loading screws, and vibration reducers. Washers come in three types: plain, spring, and lock. This blog will explore each type and provide insight to their characteristics and applications.
Plain washers are used to distribute loads to larger areas and prevent damage to assembled surfaces. Within the subset of plain washers, there are flat washers, fender washers, shoulder washers, and countersunk washers. Flat washers are the standard plain washer, a thing, flat, circular piece with a hole in the center. They are used to distribute loads and provide support to head fastener screws. Fender washers are similar to flat washers, but the central hole has a much smaller diameter than that of a flat washer. Shoulder washers have a shoulder-like structure and are used to insulate screws, wire or other assembly parts. They come in fiberglass, phenolic, nylon, as well as PCTFE and PTFE metals. A countersunk washer has a 90 or 120 degree countersink in its center. These washers work well for countersunk screws and provide a flush surface to countersunk screws.Before You Go, You Should Consider Looking at Our NSN Parts Catalog. and Remember, ASAP Sourcing Solutions Has Some of the Fastest and Most Competitive Quotes On the Market.
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