{"product_id":"body-panel-washer-stainless-steel-316-pack","title":"BODY PANEL WASHER STAINLESS STEEL 316 PACK","description":"\u003cp\u003eBody panel washers, commonly known as fender washers, are used to distribute the clamping force of a fastener over a much wider surface area than standard washers. This prevents bolts and nuts from crushing, tearing, or pulling through thin or soft materials like sheet metal, plastic, or wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCore Functions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoad Distribution:\u003c\/strong\u003e By increasing the bearing surface area, they reduce localized stress on thin panels, which prevents the fastener head from sinking into or \"denting\" the material.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDamage Prevention:\u003c\/strong\u003e They protect delicate or painted surfaces from being scarred or gouged by the rotating nut or bolt head during tightening.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGap Bridging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Their large outer diameter allows them to span oversized, slotted, or damaged holes that a standard washer would fall through.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e They can act as a spacer to provide extra padding if a bolt is too long for the material's depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarine \u0026amp; Coastal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used for securing deck fittings, boat hardware, and dock installations where saltwater exposure would cause standard steel to rust rapidly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutomotive:\u003c\/strong\u003e Originally named for securing car fenders and body panels, they are now used for trim, interior components, and undercarriage repairs where sheet metal is thin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Outdoor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for mounting signage, roofing materials, and glass pool fencing, providing long-term reliability against weather and wind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecialty Industries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used in food processing and medical equipment because Grade 316 is non-magnetic, non-toxic, and easy to sanitize.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits of Grade 316 (A4)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaltwater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains molybdenum, which specifically prevents \"pitting\" and crevice corrosion in chloride-rich environments like oceans.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Maintains structural integrity under extreme temperatures and high-pressure loads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLongevity: \u003c\/strong\u003eReduces maintenance costs by preventing the chemical deterioration of joints over time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CHAMPION","offers":[{"title":"CSP104 - M5","offer_id":47198956912834,"sku":"CSP104","price":10.25,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"CSP105 - M6","offer_id":47198956945602,"sku":"CSP105","price":10.25,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"CSP106 - M8","offer_id":47198956978370,"sku":"CSP106","price":10.25,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/6335\/8914\/files\/CSP104.jpg?v=1773040375","url":"https:\/\/www.srbindustrialsupplies.com\/products\/body-panel-washer-stainless-steel-316-pack","provider":"SRB INDUSTRIAL SUPPLIES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}