03959 Blade washer

03959 (3959) Knife washer

Purpose:

A knife washer is a fastening part used in agricultural or industrial machines, such as combines or mowers, to fasten knives or blades to an axle or a shaft.

Characteristics:

  • Material: Usually made of high-strength steel or other specialized materials, which provide strength and wear resistance.   • Shape: Has a round or oval shape with a hole in the centre for the shaft or the axle to pass through.   • Dimensions: The diameter and thickness of the washer may vary depending on the specific model of the equipment and the fastening requirements.

Functionality:

  • Distribution of load: The washer serves to distribute the load created by the knife or the blade evenly over the surface of the axle or the shaft.   • Prevention of wear: Helps to prevent wear and damage to the surface of the axle or the shaft from contact with the knife or the blade.   • Fixing: Ensures reliable fixing of the knife or the blade in place, preventing its detachment or displacement during the operation of the equipment.

Advantages:

1. Increased safety: Ensures reliable fastening of the knives or blades, which reduces the risk of their detachment or falling off during work. 2. Increased service life of the equipment: Helps to prevent wear and damage to the axle or the shaft, which contributes to increasing the service life of the equipment. 3. Ease of installation: Easily installed with the appropriate fastening tool, such as a spanner or a nut runner.