{"product_id":"40545-uss-1-2-flat-washers-box-100-03830","title":"40545 USS 1\/2\" Flat Washers  Box\/100","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 40545 USS 1\/2\" Flat Washers (\u003cspan itemprop=\"model\"\u003e03830\u003c\/span\u003e) are designed for load distribution in threaded fastener assemblies. Manufactured by Midwest Fastener Corp, these USS-series flat washers are sold in a box of 100 pieces, making them suited for production, maintenance, and construction applications requiring consistent hardware supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eMPN\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e03830\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMidwest Fastener Corp\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSeries\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eUSS (Unified Standard Series)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eBolt Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eQuantity per Box\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e100 pieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSS Series body geometry:\u003c\/strong\u003e features a larger outside diameter compared to SAE washers, providing a wider bearing surface to distribute fastener load across a greater area and reduce material pull-through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlat, thin plate profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e seats flush beneath a threaded fastener head or nut, ensuring even load transfer without adding unnecessary stack height to the assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCenter hole sized for 1\/2\" fasteners:\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a direct fit for standard 1\/2\" bolts and screws, eliminating the need for sizing adjustments on the job site.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox quantity of 100 pieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e supports bulk fastening tasks and reduces per-unit cost for repetitive or high-volume assembly work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUSS vs. SAE — Key Distinction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSS flat washers feature a larger, wider outer diameter than SAE flat washers. SAE washers are machined to a tighter specification with a smaller outside diameter. USS washers are the preferred choice where a broader load-bearing footprint is required or where the mating surface material is softer and more susceptible to indentation under clamp load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGeneral construction and structural bolted connections requiring load distribution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWood framing and decking assemblies where fastener pull-through into softer materials is a concern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMechanical and equipment assembly using 1\/2\" threaded fasteners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintenance and repair operations where a standard USS-specification washer is specified.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gap Power","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46912891617433,"sku":"03830","price":17.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0639\/8138\/7929\/files\/301889278-1.jpg?v=1775035375","url":"https:\/\/gappower.com\/products\/40545-uss-1-2-flat-washers-box-100-03830","provider":"Gap Power","version":"1.0","type":"link"}