Nord-Lock Original Washers

Nord-Lock Original Washers

Nord-Lock Group About Nord-Lock Products Original Washers Technical Guide

Nord-Lock created the original wedge-locking technology that secures bolted joints, even when exposed to severe vibration and dynamic loads. It is impossible for our products to loosen unintentionally due to the wedge created underneath the bolt head and nut.

Joint Guide

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Tapped holes
Nord-Lock washers safely lock the bolt against the underlying surface.

Counterbores
The outer diameter of regular Nord-Lock washers is designed for counterbore holes according to DIN 974, i.e. the washers fit under the head of standard bolts.

Through-holes
As for all locking washers, through-holes require two pairs of Nord-Lock washers – one pair for securing the bolt and a second pair for securing the nut. Turn both fasteners in order to close the cams on both washer pairs before tightening to minimize settlements. Keep the nut secure while tightening the bolt.

Stud bolts
Nord-Lock washers safely lock the nut on stud bolts and eliminate the need for adhesives.

Applications with large / slotted holes or soft underlying surfaces
To optimize the load distribution for applications with large / slotted holes or with soft underlying surface, use a flanged nut / bolt together with Nord-Lock “SP” washers with enlarged outer diameter.

Designs where Nord-Lock washers are not recommended

  • Mating surfaces that are not locked in place (see left figure)
  • Mating surfaces harder than the washers
  • Very soft mating surface, e.g. wood, plastic
  • Applications with extremely large settlements
  • Non-preloaded joints

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Customer Cases A Wind-Win Situation Wind turbine towers are designed to flex and bend, which helps them dissipate the significant forces being exerted upon them. However, this had been causing dangerous failures in the bolts. Read more
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Customer Cases Safety secures trust For more than 30 years, unsurpassed safety has been synonymous with the Nord-Lock Group. Read more
Customer Cases Powerful circles Nord-Lock enlarged external diameter wedge locking washers make the connections on a circular storage unit for lignite absolutely secure. Read more
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Nord-Lock product range

Nord-Lock wedge-locking washers prevent bolt loosening Nord-Lock Nord-Lock Washers Wedge-locking security for bolted joints subjected to extreme vibration and dynamic loads. Read more
Nord-Lock X-series washer combines wedge-locking with an exceptional spring effect to secure against multiple bolt loosening factors Nord-Lock NORD-LOCK® X-SERIES WASHERS Maximum security for critical bolted joints exposed to spontaneous bolt loosening and slackening. Read more
Nord-Lock steel construction washers are designed for bolted connections in steel structures Nord-Lock NORD-LOCK STEEL® CONSTRUCTION WASHERS Optimal contact between bolts and washers used in steel construction applications, including HV and HR sets. Read more
Nord-Lock wheel nuts safely secure wheels on on-road and off-road heavy vehicles Nord-Lock NORD-LOCK® WHEEL NUTS High clamping force that eliminates wheel loosening on heavy vehicles operating under extreme conditions. Read more
Combi bolt washers from Nord-Lock are specifically designed to be captivated on a bolt, known as SEMS Nord-Lock Nord-Lock Combi Bolt Washers Additional layer of security for applications through permanent attachment to bolt (SEMS) Read more
Customized washers from Nord-Lock can include special materials, measurements, sizes, coatings or changes in geometry Nord-Lock Nord-Lock Customized Solutions Custom designed bolting solutions for your unique application requirements Read more

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