ASTM F436 washers are hardened steel washers used in applications with high-strength bolts. These washers are manufactured to meet specific standards for size, hardness, and load distribution, ensuring reliability in demanding conditions. Stamping ensures precise dimensions and flatness, while heat treatment enhances durability, preventing wear and deformation under heavy loads. After stamping, ASTM F436 washers may undergo surface treatments like zinc or galvanized for corrosion resistance. Typically used with bolts like ASTM A325 and A490, F436 washers ensure a secure fit and reliable performance in demanding environments.
Hardened ASTM F436 washers are preferable to standard soft washers for applications requiring extra strength and resistance to wear. Hardened washers withstand higher loads, prevent deformation under heavy stress, and are ideal for critical applications like construction, automotive, and heavy equipment, ensuring long-term performance and safety.
ASTM F436 flat washers are hardened steel washers designed to distribute load in bolted assemblies, ensuring uniform pressure and reducing the risk of damage. Commonly used in structural applications, they are available in various sizes and finishes, offering strength and resistance to wear in high-stress environments.
Structural washers should be used over regular washers in high-stress applications because they provide greater strength, durability, and load distribution. Structural washers are built to withstand higher forces, prevent fastener loosening, and ensure long-term stability, making them essential for critical joints and connections.
ASTM F436 washers are available in a range of sizes to fit various bolt diameters. Typically, they accommodate bolts from 1/4 inch to 4 inches in diameter. These washers range in thicknesses and outer diameters to meet specific end user needs, making them versatile for various structural and industrial applications.
At Freeway Corporation, our team works closely with our customers to understand their projects and supply them with standard stamped washers and custom washers suited best for their applications. Our experience, skill and understanding of metal stamping allow us to manufacture high-quality stamped metal washers for a diverse set of industries. When you choose Freeway Corporation, you’re choosing a company you can trust with fair, competitive pricing.
USS washers are larger, thinner, and meant for general-purpose use in lower-stress applications. ASTM F436 washers are hardened, thicker, and specifically designed for applications where high-stress and precision are required.
F436 Type 1 washers are uncoated and suitable for dry environments, while F436 Type 3 washers are coated with hot-dipped galvanization for enhanced corrosion resistance, making them ideal for potentially corrosive environments.
ASTM F436M washers are made from carbon steel or stainless steel, depending on the specific requirements of the application. The “M” designation in ASTM F436M indicates that these washers are intended for metric applications, as opposed to the standard F436 specification, which is based on imperial measurements.
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