Re: (ET) What is a Belleville washer?

[steves <ssawtelle erols com>]

McMaster has them, but theoretically you need all the specs. However you 
can probably get a good match using the dimensions. If you like I can 
measure one tonight and let you know.

- SteveS
E12S, E20


Robert Adsett wrote:

> At 08:27 AM 4/20/05 -0400, ThompsonG DFO-MPO GC CA wrote:
>
> > Hi
> > I am still working on the old style brake for my E12 I've got it all 
> > back together and replace all the missing parts. I am at the point 
> > were I am adjusting the brake with the castellated bolt, the parts 
> > diagram in the shop manual show the bolt a 5MM washer and then three 
> > Belleville washers. Currently I have only the bolt. What is a 
> > Belleville washer?
>
>
> They are a dome shaped washer.  The shape provides a spring force that 
> maintains pressure during temperature and other variations.  See 
> https://sdp-si.com/eStore/Direct.asp?GroupID=189 for a diagram.
>
> Robert
>
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