Which Way Do Conical Washers Go?
Question: Does It Matter Which Way the Washer Goes on to the Bolt? Expert Reply: Yes, the Conical Tooth Washer Needs to Be Positioned So That the Teeth Face...
Question: does it matter which way the washer goes on to the bolt? Expert Reply: Yes, the conical tooth washer needs to be positioned so that the teeth face the hitch.
How do conical washers work?
How Conical Washers Work. The conical spring washer has a cone shape that presses against the underside of the bolt head and into the installation material. This increased tension has a number of benefits including: Vibration Control (Lock Washer)
Which way does the washer face?
If there is only one washer used with a nut/bolt, it usually goes on the nut side. The nut in most circumstances is more movable, and is more commonly turned to tighten the assembly. The washer helps prevent damage to the surface of the object being fastened.
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