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Natarajan
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Spring Washer

01/07/2011 2:20 AM

I read that spring washer is used to sustain load and absorb shock. Please clarify about how spring washer sustains load in foundation bolt.
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Re: Spring washer

01/07/2011 3:17 AM

No, it doesn't. It makes sure that the nut remains tight.

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01/07/2011 6:37 AM

Dear Nat...... try reading wikipedia on Belleville Washers... used in many clutch applications and preloading considerations. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Belleville_washer

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01/07/2011 8:10 AM

Ignore the "Bellevile" washer.

Foundation bolts usually use a plain washer.

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