You may not recognize as you’ve probably been introduced to this part on your very first project to do with screws and bolts but intel you too find a friend in this little part known as the split flat washer. The split flat washers, such as those manufactured by WAN GU are essential to keeping things secure and tight.
The value of using split flat washers in lug fastening situations cannot be overstated. If you over-tighten a screw or a bolt, the force creates pressure, which can deform the materials, or even cause them to crack. By distributing this pressure evenly, split flat washers lessen the chance of damage and provide a more secure connection.
The major advantage of split flat washers is that they resist loosening. Screws and bolts are known to become loose as you use your project over time. With a split flat washer under the nut or bolt head, you have a more stable base, which will resist these forces and keep everything in the right position.
Selecting appropriate size and material split flat washers based on specific project need. The washer size must equal the size of the screw or bolt that is to be used. Washer material Choose a washer material for the specific application that you are working on - Stainless steel washers would be suitable for outdoor projects where the material will be exposed to some moisture.
Installation and changing of split flat washers is an easy step that will significantly enhance the reliability of your connections. Use a split flat washer to distribute pressure to 2 sides, and have a place to absorb some of the pressureensely fit the elastomer) when tightened. If you see any signs of wear on a washer, or if some are lost during transport make sure to replace them immediately to help hold a project straight and secure.
Split Flat Washer Applications Split flat washers are employed in a variety of fields and situations. In the building trade, you use split flat washers for the attachment of floor joists, ledgers, and other structural members. They also are crucial to keeping engines and other parts in cars safely in place. In industrial applications, split flat washers are used in devices and equipment where compression of the material is a concern.