[{"id":442786185521,"handle":"washers","title":"Washers","updated_at":"2024-04-29T10:43:42+10:00","body_html":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e*All discounts will applied in the cart.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWashers might seem small, but they play a big role in making sure screws stay secure. They're like little cushions that go between the screw head or nut and the surface you're fastening it to. You'd use them whenever you're screwing something into a surface, like wood, metal, or plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy use washers? Well, they help distribute the pressure of the screw or nut over a wider area. This can prevent the surface from getting damaged or becoming loose over time. Plus, they can help keep the screw or nut from digging into softer materials, like wood, which can make it easier for things to come loose. At GC Bolt Pro, we stock a wide range of washers to suit different projects. For example, we have the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gcboltpro.com.au\/products\/m6-x-10-x-1mm-fibre-flat-washer-din-7603-a\"\u003eWFM061010FB M6 x 10 x 1mm FIBRE FLAT WASHER DIN 7603\u003c\/a\u003e, which is made of fibre and great for general use. Or, if you need something with a bit more grip, we have the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gcboltpro.com.au\/products\/m18-x-27-x-14mm-plain-type-s-serrated-schnorr-washer\"\u003eSCHNORRV18B M18 x 27 x 1.4mm PLAIN TYPE S SERRATED SCHNORR WASHER\u003c\/a\u003e, which has serrated edges to help keep things in place. Whether you're working on a DIY project at home or taking on a big construction job, having the right washers can make all the difference. So, next time you're reaching for the screws, don't forget to grab some washers too.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2023-04-13T11:44:07+10:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"type","relation":"equals","condition":"WASHERS"}],"published_scope":"web"}]
The fundamental reason to use a flat washer with a screw, nut or bolt, is it provides an increase in the clamping area and distributes the load. This process of tightening assists friction while preventing galling and damaging the surfaces. Plain flat washers can also be used as simple and effective spacers in all situations.
