Spring Washers for Assemblies

Spring washers for assemblies are elastic parts used in mechanical assemblies, and they usually have the following characteristics and applications:

Characteristics of Spring Washers for Assemblies

Elastic Characteristics: They have good elasticity and can undergo elastic deformation when subjected to external forces, and then return to their original shape after the external forces are removed. This characteristic enables them to play a role in buffering and shock absorption in the assembly.

Structural Characteristics: Generally circular in shape, they are made of spring steel, and their cross-sectional shapes are mostly rectangular or trapezoidal. The outer side of the spring washer usually has an opening, and the size and shape of the opening vary according to different specifications and applications.

Diverse Dimensional Specifications: In order to meet the needs of different assemblies, there are various dimensional specifications of spring washers available for selection, including different standards for parameters such as inner diameter, outer diameter, and thickness.

Applications of Spring Washers for Assemblies

Anti-loosening Function: This is one of the most important functions of spring washers. In mechanical connections, especially in environments with vibration or impact, nuts or bolts are prone to loosening. Through its elastic force, the spring washer provides a continuous axial force after the nut or bolt is tightened, maintaining a certain frictional force between the threaded connection pairs, thereby preventing the nut or bolt from loosening and ensuring the connection reliability of the assembly.

Compensation Function: In some assemblies, due to reasons such as manufacturing errors of parts or assembly clearances, there may be certain clearances or looseness at the connection parts. The spring washer can compensate for these clearances through its own elastic deformation, making the connection tighter and improving the overall performance of the assembly.

Buffering and Shock Absorption: When the assembly is subjected to external impact or vibration, the spring washer can absorb and buffer part of the energy, reducing the impact on the connection parts and other components. Thus, it protects other components in the assembly from damage and extends the service life of the assembly.

When selecting spring washers for assemblies, it is necessary to choose appropriate materials, dimensions, and specifications of spring washers according to specific usage conditions, such as the vibration frequency and amplitude of the working environment, the force-bearing situation of the connection parts, temperature, and other factors. For example, in a high-temperature environment, spring washers made of spring steel materials with high-temperature resistance need to be selected to ensure the stability of their performance.