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Looking for guidance on the right material to meet your needs? Our Material Guide has you covered, helping you find the perfect choice for your requirements!

What is a Washer?

Washers are small, flat, and circular metal or plastic discs with a central hole. They might seem insignificant, but they play a crucial role in various fastening applications. Washers are designed to distribute the load of a fastener, such as a bolt or a screw, over a larger surface area. This distribution of force serves several important purposes:

• Enhanced Stability: By providing a broader contact area, washers help prevent fasteners from digging into the material they're securing. This reduces the risk of damage and increases stability.


• Even Pressure: Washers ensure that pressure is evenly distributed, which helps to prevent materials from warping or cracking due to stress concentration.


• Reduced Wear and Tear: They act as a protective barrier, minimizing friction between the fastener and the material being fastened. This reduces wear and tear over time.


• Anti-Vibration: In applications where vibration is a concern, washers can act as a cushion, reducing the effects of vibrations and helping to maintain a secure connection.


• Corrosion Protection: Some washers are designed to resist corrosion, extending the lifespan of the fastening assembly.

Washers come in various types, including flat washers, spring washers, lock washers, and more. Each type serves specific purposes, making it essential to choose the right washer for your fastening needs.

Whether you're securing construction materials, assembling machinery, or working on DIY projects, understanding when, how, and why to use washers is crucial for achieving a strong, reliable, and long-lasting connection.

Explore our wide selection of washers to find the perfect fit for your fastening requirements. Our high-quality washers are designed to meet the demands of various industries, providing you with the peace of mind that your connections are built to last.

Explore a Variety of Washer Types for Your Fastening Needs

Washers are indispensable components in the world of fasteners, serving a multitude of crucial functions. At Albany County Fasteners, we offer an extensive range of washer types to elevate your fastening solutions. Discover how each type plays a distinct role in enhancing your connections:

	Backup Rivet Washers: These washers expand installation diameters, providing superior grip and support for rivets while preventing pull-through.
	Belleville Conical Washers: Belleville washers, also referred to as Conical Washers or Disc Springs, are indispensable for improving fastener assemblies. Their conical shape applies spring force to the bolt head's underside, preventing accidental loosening and effectively adding tension. Often stacked to adjust load or deflection, these versatile washers act as effective lock washers, providing both tension and vibration absorption. Widely used in automotive and machinery industries, Belleville washers are the go-to solution for secure and stable connections.
	Dock Washers: Heavy-duty options suitable for dock construction and other robust applications, ensuring lasting stability with their thicker design.
	Finishing Cup Washers: Create a polished finish with these cup-shaped washers, allowing fastener heads to sit flush with surfaces, perfect for finishing applications.
	Fender Washers: Designed to prevent pull-through and provide increased bearing surface under fasteners, these round washers are invaluable for various fastening tasks.
	Fender Washers - Extra Thick: Offering even greater stability than standard fender washers, these thick washers prevent pull-through and enhance bearing surface.
	Flat Washers: These round, thin plates with center holes distribute loads evenly, ensuring reliable fastening with threaded bolts, screws, and nuts.
	Flat Washers - Extra Thick: Thicker than standard flat washers, these round plates maintain load distribution for heavy-duty fastening.
	Flat Washers - Military Standard: Complying with stringent specifications, these flat washers meet military standards for chemical, physical, and dimensional qualities.
	Flat Washers - 900 Series: Thinner and differently sized compared to standard flat washers, these round washers offer versatile applications.
	Lock Washers - Split Ring: Prevent nuts, bolts, and screws from loosening due to vibrations with these helical-shaped, split ring lock washers.
	Lock Washers - High Collar: Designed to fit under socket cap screw heads, these lock washers ensure secure fastening in high-tension situations.
	Lock Washers - External Tooth: Maximize holding power with round washers featuring external teeth for locking and tension.
	Lock Washers - Internal Tooth: Designed to prevent nut or screw head loosening, these round washers feature internal teeth for locking and tension.
	NAS Washers: Compliant with strict measurement specifications, these round washers find common use in military applications.
	Neoprene EPDM Washers: Beveled round washers with a neoprene lining, ideal for creating watertight seals with sharp-point and self-drilling TEK screws.
	Structural Washers: Built tough for heavy-duty applications, such as construction, structural washers provide robust support in steel beams and girder fastener assemblies.
	Square Washers: Square in shape and available in flat or beveled styles, these washers are perfect for square head bolts, preventing pull-through and offering enhanced hold.

Explore our comprehensive washer collection to find the perfect match for your specific fastening needs. Whether you're securing, building, or enhancing, our quality washers are designed to elevate your connections to the next level.

Washer Material Options

When it comes to fasteners, the choice of washer material plays a pivotal role in ensuring durability, corrosion resistance, and performance. Explore our range of washer material options to find the perfect fit for your specific application:

• Grade 8 Washers: Known for their exceptional strength and hardness, Grade 8 washers are ideal for heavy-duty and high-tension applications. They provide reliable load distribution and are often used in construction and automotive industries where robust fastening is essential.


• 304 Stainless Steel Washers: These corrosion-resistant washers are perfect for general-purpose applications, offering excellent resistance to moisture and many chemicals. They are commonly used in food processing, marine, and outdoor environments.


• 316 Stainless Steel Washers: With superior corrosion resistance, 316 stainless steel washers excel in marine and coastal environments where exposure to saltwater is prevalent. They are also suitable for pharmaceutical and chemical processing equipment.


• Black Oxide 18-8 Stainless Steel Washers: Black oxide-coated 18-8 stainless steel washers combine corrosion resistance with an attractive black finish. They find use in decorative and architectural applications while maintaining robust protection against the elements.


• Brass Washers: Brass washers are prized for their decorative appeal and corrosion resistance. They are often used in artistic and architectural projects, as well as in plumbing applications where aesthetics and performance are essential.


• Hot Dip Galvanized Washers: These washers receive a thick, protective layer of zinc, making them well-suited for outdoor and marine applications. They provide exceptional corrosion resistance and are commonly used in construction and infrastructure projects.


• Silicon Bronze Washers: Silicon bronze washers offer a unique combination of strength, corrosion resistance, and aesthetics. They are favored in artistic and architectural designs, as well as for marine hardware due to their resistance to saltwater corrosion.


• Zinc Washers: Zinc-coated washers provide a cost-effective solution for corrosion resistance. They are widely used in various applications, including DIY projects, automotive, and general construction.

Each of these washer material options offers distinct advantages, ensuring that your fastening needs are met with precision and reliability. Explore our comprehensive selection to find the perfect washers for your specific project, whether it's in construction, manufacturing, or creative endeavors.