Beveled Washer

A beveled washer is a washer with an angled face, used under a nut or bolt head on a sloped surface. It gives the nut or head a flat seat so the load is spread evenly.

A beveled washer sits under a nut or bolt head on a sloped or uneven surface. It squares the bearing face so the fastener tightens evenly.

This kind of washer is often made in steel, and some forms are made in stainless steel for damp or outdoor work. Check the base material and the exposure before choosing.

This is a general guide to checking this kind of part. It says nothing about any supplier's parts.

Ask for a certificate of conformance with the batch. On receipt, check the angle, the hole size and the faces for burrs or cracks.