Low carbon steel flat washers are the most widely used washers in industrial and commercial fastener assemblies, providing economical load distribution, vibration resistance, and surface protection. Superior Washer & Gasket Corp manufactures steel flat washers in a comprehensive range of standard sizes and produces custom steel washers to your dimensional requirements.
Our ISO 9001:2015 certified flat washer manufacturing ensures consistent quality across all carbon steel washer orders. We maintain broad inventory of steel flat washers for fast delivery and offer zinc-plated, hot-dip galvanized, and other surface finish options-all made in the U.S.A.
Low carbon steel for general-purpose load distribution
Below are answers to some of the most common questions about low carbon steel flat washers.
What are low carbon steel flat washers?
Low carbon steel flat washers are manufactured from low carbon steel (typically 1008 through 1020 grade), the most common and economical washer material for general-purpose fastener applications. Low carbon steel offers good formability, consistent dimensional quality, and adequate strength for the vast majority of industrial, construction, and mechanical assembly applications.
What finishes are available for low carbon steel flat washers?
Low carbon steel is susceptible to corrosion and is typically supplied with a protective finish. Common finishes include zinc plating (clear or yellow), hot-dip galvanizing, phosphate and oil, black oxide, and plain (oiled). For corrosive environments, zinc plating or stainless steel is recommended. Contact us to specify your finish requirement.
What is the difference between low carbon steel and mild steel washers?
The terms are essentially interchangeable. Mild steel and low carbon steel both refer to steels with a carbon content generally below 0.30%, most commonly in the 1008-1020 range for washer applications. Both terms describe the same class of material.
Can you make custom low carbon steel flat washers?
Yes. Superior Washer manufactures custom low carbon steel washers to your OD, ID, and thickness specifications, in a wide range of finishes. Contact us via the Quick Quote form or by phone.
Are your low carbon steel flat washers made in the USA?
Yes. All low carbon steel flat washers are manufactured in the United States under our ISO 9001:2015 certified Quality Management System. Material certifications are available upon request.
Low carbon steel is our most economical general-purpose washer material. Browse the full flat washers catalog to see all materials available for your application.