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    Shims

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shims. Round, Sold Individually.
    With thickness tolerances as fine as a strand of hair, these shims precisely align, space, and level components on shafts, arbors, and machinery.
    You can stack multiple shims to achieve your exact thickness, but stacking more than four may cause them to shift. Remember, fewer shims are better, so a couple of thicker shims are more stable than a bunch of thin shims.
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel—Superior to 18-8 stainless steel, these shims won't degrade when exposed to harsh weather, salt water, and most chemicals.
    Thk.
    Thk. Tolerance
    ID Tolerance
    OD Tolerance
    Min.
    Hardness
    Specs.
    Met
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel
     
    3/8" ID × 5/8" OD
    0.078"-0.012" to 0.004"-0.005" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70ASTM A240100000000000000
     
    1/2" ID × 3/4" OD
    0.078"-0.012" to 0.004"-0.005" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70ASTM A24010000000000000
     
    5/8" ID × 1" OD
    0.078"-0.012" to 0.004"-0.005" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70ASTM A24010000000000000
     
    3/4" ID × 1 1/8" OD
    0.078"-0.012" to 0.004"-0.005" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70ASTM A24010000000000000
     

    Leveling Washers for I-Beams

    Image of ProductInUse. Mounted on an I-Beam. Front orientation. Leveling Washers. Leveling Washers for I-Beams.

    Mounted

    on an

    I-Beam

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Contains Annotated. Leveling Washers. Leveling Washers for I-Beams.
    Commonly called beveled washers, these are tapered to fit inside an I-beam's flange to provide a parallel bearing surface.
    Black-Oxide Iron—Black-oxide iron washers have a matte-black finish that prevents corrosion in dry environments.
    Galvanized Iron—Galvanized iron washers are corrosion resistant in wet environments.
    Aluminum—Aluminum washers are lightweight and corrosion resistant in wet environments.
    Thk.
    For Screw
    Size
    ID
    Wd.
    (A)
    (B)
    Hardness
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Iron
    1/4"
    		0.312"0.688"0.219"0.078"Rockwell B8325000000000000000
     
    Black-Oxide Iron
    1/4"
    		0.312"0.688"0.219"0.078"Rockwell B83100000000000000
     
    Galvanized Iron
    1/4"
    		0.312"0.688"0.219"0.078"Rockwell B832500000000000000
     
    Aluminum
    1/4"
    		0.312"0.688"0.219"0.078"Not Rated50000000000000
     

    Insulating Sleeve Washers

    Cover screw threads to stop electrical current in its tracks and prevent short circuits. These washers create a barrier between the screw threads and the mating surface when mounted in through holes. This barrier also extends the life of your assembly by preventing galvanic corrosion, which is when two different metals rust more quickly due to contact with each other.
    Flat Edge
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Insulating Washers. Insulating Sleeve Washers, Flat Edge.
    The flat edge distributes weight evenly to take pressure off screw heads.
    Nylon—Our most versatile insulating washers, these block unwanted current in everything from switches and circuit breakers to control panels and electric motors.
    Sleeve
    Temp.
    Range, ° F
    For Screw
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    OD
    ID
    OD
    Thk.
    Overall
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    Max.
    Color
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Nylon
    3/8"
    		0.250"0.505"0.378"0.755"0.078"0.328"-40180Off-White100000000000000000
     

    Split Lock Washers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Lock Washers. Split-Lock Washer.
    Stop nuts and screws from loosening due to mild vibration. As you tighten, the uneven ends bite into the nut or screw so it won't back out. While they're not as vibration resistant as other lock washers, they are a great fit for electrical panels, light fixtures, and other light duty assemblies. Split lock washers are not reusable, and they only work with fasteners that have right-hand threads.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these washers won't rust when exposed to moisture. However, they can't hold up to the harsh chemicals that 316 stainless steel can.
    Black-Oxide 18-8 Stainless Steel—Typically chosen for their appearance, these washers have a dark, matte coating to create a finished look. They won't rust in wet and outdoor environments, but can't hold up to harsh chemicals as well as 316 stainless steel.
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel—Superior to 18-8 stainless steel, these washers won't degrade when exposed to harsh weather, salt water, and most chemicals.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—A common choice for areas with occasional exposure to moisture.
    Zinc-Yellow-Chromate-Plated Steel—With the same corrosion resistance as zinc-plated steel, these withstand occasional exposure to moisture.
    Black-Oxide Steel—Typically chosen for their appearance, these washers have a dark, matte coating that creates a finished look. They offer minimal corrosion resistance, so they're best for dry environments.
    Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause these washers to rust.
    Corrosion-Resistant Galvanized Steel—These washers combine the strength of steel with the rust resistance of stainless steel. They're an alternative to 18-8 stainless steel in wet and outdoor environments, but they won't hold up to salt water and chemicals.
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant Zinc-Flake-Coated Steel—With 40 times the corrosion resistance of zinc-plated steel, these withstand rust as well as 316 stainless steel. They have been tested to extreme standards, including 1,000 hours of salt spray. They are similar to Magni-coated washers.
    Aluminum—One-third the weight of steel, these washers are commonly used for assemblies that have weight limits. They're an alternative to stainless steel for rust resistance, but aren't as strong.
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant Silicon Bronze—The choice for marine environments, these washers won't rust or deteriorate when submerged in salt water. They resist corrosion as well as 316 stainless steel, but are not quite as strong.
    For Screw
    Size
    ID
    OD
    Thk.
    For Fastener Strength
    Grade/Class
    Specs. Met
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    18-8 Stainless Steel
    5/16"
    		0.322"0.583"0.078"—ASME B18.21.110000000000000000
     
    Black-Oxide 18-8 Stainless Steel
    5/16"
    		0.322"0.583"0.078"—ASME B18.21.11000000000000000
     
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel
    5/16"
    		0.322"0.583"0.078"—ASME B18.21.110000000000000000
     
    Zinc-Plated Steel
    5/16"
    		0.322"0.583"0.078"—ASME B18.21.11000000000000000
    5/16"
    		0.322"0.583"0.078"—ASME B18.21.11,00000000000000000
     
    Zinc-Yellow-Chromate-Plated Steel
    5/16"
    		0.322"0.583"0.078"SAE Grade 8
    		ASME B18.21.11000000000000000
     
    Black-Oxide Steel
    5/16"
    		0.322"0.583"0.078"—ASME B18.21.150000000000000
     
    Steel
    5/16"
    		0.322"0.583"0.078"—ASME B18.21.11000000000000000
    5/16"
    		0.322"0.583"0.078"—ASME B18.21.11,00000000000000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant Galvanized Steel
    5/16"
    		0.322"0.583"0.078"—ASME B18.21.11000000000000000
     
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant Zinc-Flake-Coated Steel
    5/16"
    		0.322"0.583"0.078"—ASME B18.21.125000000000000
     
    Aluminum
    5/16"
    		0.322"0.583"0.078"—ASME B18.21.1500000000000000
     
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant Silicon Bronze
    5/16"
    		0.322"0.583"0.078"—ASME B18.21.15000000000000000
     

    Mil. Spec. Split Lock Washers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Lock Washers. Mil. Spec., Split-Lock Washer.
    These washers are manufactured and tested to strict U.S. military standards for material and construction. As you tighten, the uneven ends bite into the nut or screw so it won't loosen due to mild vibration. While they don't hold as tightly as other lock washers, they are a great fit for electrical panels, light fixtures, and other light duty assemblies. Split lock washers are not reusable, and they only work with fasteners that have right-hand threads.
    Passivated 18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these washers won't rust when exposed to moisture. However, they can't hold up to the harsh chemicals that 316 stainless steel can.
    Black-Oxide 18-8 Stainless Steel—Typically chosen for their appearance, these washers have a dark, matte coating to create a finished look. They won't rust in wet and outdoor environments, but can't hold up to harsh chemicals as well as 316 stainless steel.
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant Passivated 316 Stainless Steel—Superior to 18-8 stainless steel, these washers won't degrade when exposed to harsh weather, salt water, and most chemicals.
    Zinc-Yellow-Chromate-Plated Steel—With the same corrosion resistance as zinc-plated steel, these withstand occasional exposure to moisture.
    Corrosion-Resistant Cadmium-Plated Steel—The finish creates a better barrier against rust than zinc plating for use in wet and outdoor environments.
    For Screw
    Size
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    OD
    Thk.
    Mil. Spec.
    Specs. Met
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    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Passivated 18-8 Stainless Steel
    5/16"
    		0.314"0.583"0.078"MS35338-140ASME B18.21.12500000000000000
     
    Black-Oxide 18-8 Stainless Steel
    5/16"
    		0.314"0.583"0.078"MS35338-140ASME B18.21.1500000000000000
     
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant Passivated 316 Stainless Steel
    5/16"
    		0.314"0.583"0.078"MS35338-140ASME B18.21.1100000000000000
     
    Zinc-Yellow-Chromate-Plated Steel
    5/16"
    		0.314"0.583"0.078"MS35338-45ASME B18.21.1500000000000000
     
    Corrosion-Resistant Cadmium-Plated Steel
    5/16"
    		0.314"0.583"0.078"MS35338-45ASME B18.21.1500000000000000
     

    Split Lock Washers for Socket Head Screws

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Lock Washers. Split-Lock Washer, For Socket Head Screws.
    Stop socket head screws from loosening due to mild vibration. These washers have a small diameter to fit under screws with narrow heads, but are still thick enough to keep fasteners secure. While they're not as vibration resistant as other lock washers, they are a great fit for electrical panels, light fixtures, and other light duty assemblies. Split lock washers are not reusable, and they only work with fasteners that have right-hand threads. Also known as high-collar lock washers.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these washers won't rust when exposed to moisture. However, they can't hold up to the harsh chemicals that 316 stainless steel can.
    Black-Oxide 18-8 Stainless Steel—Typically chosen for their appearance, these washers have a dark, matte coating to create a finished look. They won't rust in wet and outdoor environments, but can't hold up to harsh chemicals as well as 316 stainless steel.
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel—Superior to 18-8 stainless steel, these washers won't degrade when exposed to harsh weather, salt water, and most chemicals.
    Zinc-Plated Steel—A common choice for areas with occasional exposure to moisture.
    Black-Oxide Steel—Typically chosen for their appearance, these washers have a dark, matte coating that creates a finished look. They offer minimal corrosion resistance, so they're best for dry environments.
    Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause these washers to rust.
    For Screw
    Size
    ID
    OD
    Thk.
    Specs. Met
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    18-8 Stainless Steel
    No. 12
    		0.227"0.331"0.078"—10000000000000000
    1/4"
    		0.260"0.363"0.078"ASME B18.21.11000000000000000
     
    Black-Oxide 18-8 Stainless Steel
    1/4"
    		0.260"0.363"0.078"ASME B18.21.15000000000000000
     
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel
    1/4"
    		0.260"0.363"0.078"ASME B18.21.11000000000000000
     
    Zinc-Plated Steel
    1/4"
    		0.260"0.363"0.078"ASME B18.21.1500000000000000
     
    Black-Oxide Steel
    1/4"
    		0.260"0.363"0.078"ASME B18.21.1500000000000000
     
    Steel
    1/4"
    		0.260"0.363"0.078"ASME B18.21.11000000000000000
     
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