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Fastco Fasteners & Fixings - News & Information
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A washer is the small part that quietly does half the work in a good fixing. It spreads the load, protects the surface, stops a joint from rattling loose, and can extend the life of the whole connection. Get the right one and the job holds. Get the wrong one and you'll be back to tighten it — or repair it — in no time.
At Fastco we stock a broad range of washers for trades, from everyday flat washers to heavy-duty thick washers and specialist anti-loosening and insulating types. Here's the full rundown of what we stock, what each type is for, and how to pick the right one.
Quick reference — washers at a glance
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Washer type
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What it does
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Best for
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Stocked in
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Form A washers
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Standard flat washer, spreads load under bolt/nut heads
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General bolting and fixings
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Zinc plated & A2 stainless, M3–M30
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Form B washers
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Light flat washer, smaller outside diameter and thinner
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Tight spaces, lighter duties
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Zinc plated (e.g. M8)
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Form C washers
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Flat washer with a larger outside diameter
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Extra bearing area on softer |
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Posted On: September 10, 2026
