A Torque Washer is a type of washer designed to provide resistance against rotational movement in mechanical and industrial applications. These washers are often used to prevent fasteners from loosening due to torque or vibration. Torque washers are typically used in high-stress environments where movement and vibration can cause a connection to fail, especially in machinery, automotive components, and construction.

Torque washers are available in various sizes and materials, and their primary function is to provide additional grip and friction to prevent nuts, bolts, and screws from turning or loosening. This is achieved by the design of the washer, which usually has a special tooth or surface pattern that grips the surface of the bolt or nut.

Features:

• Prevent Loosening: The primary function of torque washers is to prevent fasteners from loosening due to vibration, torque, or other external forces.
• High Friction: Torque washers often feature a serrated or toothed surface that increases the friction between the washer and the fastener, creating additional resistance.
• Versatility: Suitable for use with bolts, nuts, screws, and other fastening components.
• Corrosion Resistance: Available in materials such as stainless steel or zinc-plated for better durability and corrosion resistance.
• Compact Design: Typically thin, allowing them to be easily integrated into tight spaces without significantly increasing the overall assembly thickness.

Uses:

• Automotive: Used in automotive applications to prevent bolts and nuts from loosening due to vibration in engines, wheels, and other parts.
• Machinery: In industrial machinery and heavy equipment, torque washers help secure parts, preventing bolts from loosening during operation.
• Construction: Employed in structural steel and construction assemblies where torque and vibration are common.
• Electrical Equipment: Used in electrical systems to prevent loosening in junction boxes, switches, and other high-torque components.
• Aerospace: In aviation and aerospace, where vibration and high forces are a concern, torque washers ensure that critical fasteners remain intact.