From the industrial heart of Hamilton, Latham Steel has built a reputation as a trusted manufacturer and supplier, providing essential components to New Zealand’s key sectors. Our commitment to quality and local expertise shines through in products like the Alloy Steel Gr B16 Washer. We understand that reliability is non-negotiable, which is why we produce these critical items with precision, ensuring they meet the rigorous demands of the projects that build and maintain our nation’s infrastructure.
The exceptional strength of the Alloy Steel Gr B16 Washer comes from a specific composition, primarily chromium and molybdenum, which gives it a distinct advantage. This alloy blend is carefully balanced to achieve superior mechanical properties, including high tensile strength and excellent resistance to wear and tear. It’s this robust combination that allows the washer to perform consistently under significant pressure and in challenging environments, providing a dependable seal and load distribution that standard washers simply cannot match.
| Specifications | : | ASTM A 193 ASME SA 193 |
| Standard | : | IS, ASTM, BS and all International Standards |
| Length | : | 3 mm to 200 mm |
| Size | : | M3 – M56 | 3/6″ to 2″ | Custom Sizes |
| Type | : | Flat Washer, Lock Washer, Sealing Washer, Split Washer, Slot Washer, Machine Washer, Star Washer SPRINGS – Wire Spring & Flat Spring. |
| Alloy Steel B16 | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Ni | Cr |
| 0.15 max | 1.00 max | 0.040 | 0.030 | 1.00 max | – | 11.50-13.50 |
| Grade | Size | Tensile ksi, min | Yield, ksi, min | Elong, %, min | RA % min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B16 | Up to 2-1/2 | 125 | 105 | 18 | 50 |
| 2-5/8 – 4 | 110 | 95 | 17 | 45 | |
| 4-1/8 – 7 | 100 | 85 | 16 | 45 |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
You’ll typically find the Alloy Steel Gr B16 Washer hard at work in situations where failure is not an option. Its primary applications are in high-pressure piping systems, such as those used in power generation plants, chemical processing facilities, and oil and gas refineries. It acts as a crucial sealing component within flange connections, ensuring a tight, secure fit that contains extreme pressures and temperatures. This makes it an indispensable part of maintaining the safety and integrity of critical industrial infrastructure.
Latham Steel is a leading manufacturer, supplier and exporter of high-quality Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Mild Steel and Galvanized Steel products. Our extensive product range includes Pipes, Tubes, Flanges, Pipe Fittings, Forged Fittings, Sheets and Plates, catering to various industries in Hamilton, New Zealand.
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