What is BS 1802- Steel spring washers about?
BS 1802 provides a set of guidelines for specifications for steel spring washers for general engineering and automobile purposes.
BS 1802 covers steel spring washers of helical construction and the following types intended for automobile and general engineering purposes: -
- Single coil square section.
- Single coil rectangular section.
- Single coil girder section.
- Double coil.
BS 1802 has been prepared under the authority of the Mechanical Engineering Industry Standards Committee, in response to a request from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.
Washers supplied by BS 1802 shall be for right-hand threads unless otherwise specified by the Purchaser.
Who is BS 1802- Steel spring washers for?
BS 1802 on Steel spring washers is useful for:
- Vehicle manufacturers
- General engineers
- Steel spring manufacturers
Why should you use BS 1802- Steel spring washers?
Steel spring washers are irregular in shape and made of steel to lock the washers. Since in automobiles, vibration is constant washers often loosen up. To avoid it, engineers use a steel spring washer which keeps it intact even under constant vibration. The washer acts like a spring and gets back acting like a preload for the two surfaces.
BS 1802 provides general specifications and requirements for the manufacturers of steel spring washers for general and automobile purposes.
BS 1802 guidelines are for the vehicle owners and buyers which assure the safety of the washers while traveling and make them last longer.
BS 1802 provides comprehensive information about spring washers for automobile purposes which will help automobile engineers and manufacturers to manufacture and use superior quality washers in cars.