Spring washers, which have axial flexibility and are used to prevent fastening or loosening due to vibrations. Locking washers, which prevent fastening or loosening by preventing unscrewing rotation of the fastening device; locking washers are usually also spring washers.
Application : Helical Spring Washers. Helical spring lock washers have been in use for well over 100 years. They are still used on many applications in the belief that they will "lock" the nut/bolt to the joint and prevent loosening.
Types : There are three main types of washers: plain washers, spring washers and lock washers. Within each of these categories are more specialized forms that serve unique purposes.
Size : DIN 127 M8, M10, M12, M16, M20, M22-M24
Finishing : Finishing washers, also referred to as countersunk washers, provide a flush surface and are custom manufactured in several common styles including: 90 degree, angle, flanged, un-flanged and rolled flange. Finishing washers assure a lasting bond that can be easily unfastened for repair without damage to the substrate.
Grade : A2, A4