The Formwork Steel Washer is a critical, high-strength component engineered to complete the tie-rod assembly. It efficiently distributes the immense nut-bearing load over a wider area, protecting the formwork panel from damage and ensuring the entire system remains securely locked under the pressure of concrete.While small in size, the Formwork Steel Washer plays an outsized role in the safety and efficiency of your formwork system. Placed between the nut and the formwork face, it acts as a robust interface that prevents the nut from embedding into the plywood or metal sheet, safeguarding your investment in formwork panels and guaranteeing a secure, reliable connection throughout the pour cycle.
Key Features & Benefits
Superior Load Distribution
Its precisely engineered diameter and thickness provide a larger bearing surface, effectively reducing point load and preventing costly damage to formwork panels, such as cracking, embedding, or elongation of tie-rod holes.
Enhanced System Stability
By ensuring a flat, stable surface for the nut to bear against, the washer maintains consistent clamping force across the formwork, minimizing the risk of nut loosening due to vibration during pouring and vibration.
Cost-Effective Panel Protection
This low-cost component effectively preserves your high-value formwork panels, significantly extending their usable life and reducing long-term replacement and maintenance costs.
Precision Engineering
Each washer is stamped to exacting tolerances, ensuring a perfect fit with standard tie-rod diameters and nuts for easy, seamless installation every time.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Type | Flat Washer / Square Washer (for wider distribution) |
| Material | High-Carbon Steel (Q235) |
| Finish | Electro-Galvanized, Hot-Dip Galvanized |
| Inner Diameter | 18mm, 20mm, 24mm to match tie-rod diameter |
| Outer Diameter | 40mm, 50mm, 60mm |
| Thickness | 3mm, 4mm, 5mm etc. |
Applications
This essential component is used wherever a tie-rod secures formwork:
Wall Formwork Systems: Used with tie rods and cones on both the inside and outside faces of the formwork.
Slab Formwork: Distributing load from hanging systems or through-ties.
General Construction: Any application requiring reliable load distribution in a bolted or tied connection.
Why Choose Our Formwork Components?
We understand that the reliability of a system depends on the quality of every single part, no matter how small.
Rigorous Quality Control: We ensure consistent hardness, thickness, and coating to prevent bending or premature failure.
Full Compatibility: Our washers are designed to work flawlessly with all standard tie-rod and cone systems.
Optimized Value: We offer cost-effective solutions that deliver significant long-term savings by protecting your primary formwork assets.
