Metal washers are metal discs that are used to provide a bearing surface for a nut or bolt head. Metal washers come in many different shapes, sizes, and types.  Metal washers are used in a variety of ways. They can be found on everything from plumbing fixtures to automobiles, and they’re also used in industrial settings. The most common metal washer is made from steel, but there are other types as well.

Solid metal washers: Solid metal washers have a flat surface that is circular or square in shape, with rounded edges and no holes. They are commonly used for joining two pieces of material together. Solid metal washers are also known as solid gaskets or solid seals. This type of washer can also be referred to as a flat gasket or flat seal.

Stainless steel washers:

The most common type of metal washer is made out of steel. Steel washers come in both plain and threaded varieties. Plain steel washers are great for distributing pressure evenly across a surface, but they don’t give you much flexibility in terms of size or thickness. On the other hand, threaded steel washers allow you to customize your washer based on what kind of fastener you’re using and how much pressure needs to be distributed across it.

These are made from stainless steel and are used in high-temperature applications such as in chemical plants or oil refineries. You may also find them when working with automotive parts such as exhaust systems or engine parts.

Stainless steel washers are harder than standard steel washers and have better resistance to corrosion over time. Stainless steel has high strength and durability characteristics that make it ideal for use with corrosive fluids or environments where exposure to chemicals may occur.

Carbon Steel Washers:

Carbon steel washers are strong and durable, but they can rust and corrode if not properly cared for. Carbon steel is also more brittle than stainless steel, so it may break under pressure. Carbon steel washers are incredibly strong and durable, which makes them an excellent option for many applications.

They are used in everything from the aerospace industry to oil and gas production. These washers are used to seal threaded fasteners and ensure a tight connection between the two parts. They also help reduce friction when pressure is applied, which protects your threads from damage and reduces wear and tear on the two pieces being connected. Despite their strength and durability, carbon steel washers do need to be handled with care as they can rust or corrode if not properly cared for. Carbon steel is also more brittle than stainless steel, so it may break under pressure if not treated properly.

Like most metals, washers made from carbon steel can rust and corrode if not properly cared for. Rust may not be a big concern in certain applications but should be considered before you order your parts. Carbon steels are also more brittle than stainless steels, so you may find that they break after a certain amount of pressure has been applied over time. Despite their potential flaws, carbon steel washers are a good choice in many situations, including:

• When the washer will be exposed to large amounts of moisture
• When a non-magnetic washer is needed
• Where a large amount of force is applied to the washer
• For applications where corrosion will not be a problem

Aluminium washers:

Aluminium is lightweight and easy to work with, which makes it a popular choice for metal workers. Aluminium can be cast or stamped in any shape required by the project. In addition to its usefulness as a metal washer, Aluminium is also used in cooking utensils, building materials and many other products.

Aluminium washers are often used when working with air conditioning and heating equipment because they do not corrode easily like other metals would in these environments. They also work well when you need something lightweight yet strong enough to withstand pressure from outside forces such as wind or water pressure from your air conditioner blowing out too much cold air into your home’s ductwork system during colder weather seasons like winter months.

Aluminium washers have excellent resistance to corrosion, making them suitable for use with high-pressure steam or water systems that require frequent maintenance over long periods of time without loss of performance or failure due to corrosion build-up on the inside surfaces of pipes or vessel walls where they’re installed. Aluminium washers are also lightweight and easy to install by hand without requiring special tools such as wrenches

Brass washers:

 Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc that has been used since ancient times due to its durability, strength and resistance to corrosion. Brass is used in everything from jewellery to plumbing fixtures because of its resistance to tarnishing and oxidation.

Bronze washers:

Bronze is an alloy composed primarily of copper but also containing small amounts of tin or zinc. Bronze has been used for thousands of years because of its strength and resistance to corrosion from salt water environments such as the ocean or seaside coastlines where it was first discovered. Today bronze is commonly used as a decorative material for jewellery, lamps, door handles and kitchen appliances among many other things.