On Sun, Jan 2, 2022 at 07:47 AM, Steven Greenfield AE7HD wrote:
Absent any other method to lock the parts in place, split-ring lockwashers can actually hasten loosening under vibration and temperature changes. See the graph on the last page in the PDF I linked to below.
Let's see if I can link to the PDF:
http://hillcountryengineering.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/Split-Lockwashers-Separating-Myth-from-Truth.pdf
Sadly, there are a lot, a LOT of websites, mechanics, and even mechanical engineers giving out bad advice about split-ring lockwashers.
Steve - Thanks for the link to the article.? I learned something from your comments and that article.
Roger
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