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Comparing Flat Washers and Lock Washers: Pros and Cons

Flat washers and lock washers belong to the washer category and are two types of washers widely used in industrial automation applications. However, due to significant differences in their characteristics and usage focus, careful selection based on the actual usage environment is required.

If an appropriate washer is not selected, not only will the washer not operate as intended, but it may also cause additional malfunctions during equipment operation.

So, let's take a closer look at the advantages and disadvantages of flat washers and lock washers respectively.

Flat washers

In addition to protecting the surface of connecting parts from damage caused by nuts and other fasteners, lock washers can also increase the friction between nuts and bolts, providing a certain degree of anti-loosening effect.

Benefits:

  • Pressure washers can provide good anti-loosening and shock absorption effects.
  • The raw materials of pressure washers are generally metal materials, which have a wide range of sources and low manufacturing costs, making them suitable for large-scale production or purchase.
  • The installation process of pressure washers is relatively simple and the specific steps are not complicated, which favors the assembly line or even mechanical integration production.

Disadvantages:

The overall performance of pressure washers is limited and affected by the materials and manufacturing processes used. If appropriate materials are not selected or certain special processes are not properly controlled, pressure washers can break easily or have a short lifespan, causing quality problems.

Conclusion

In reality, due to the significant differences in the functional characteristics and advantages and disadvantages of flat washers and spring washers, both types of washers are often used together in most work environments. This not only ensures the protection of components, but also provides anti-loosening and shock absorption effects.

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