Stainless Steel Washer

Stainless steel washers are applied in fastener assemblies to distribute pressure from a bolt’s head across a wider surface area. As you tighten a bolt, more pressure is placed against the washer instead of the installation material. Washers can help to prevent pull-through and damage to soft materials. Washers made from stainless steel are also corrosion and rust-resistant. Each grade has a different environmental range. Due to the metal’s natural resistance to corrosion and rust, the washer’s accidental burring will not compromise its performance.