NYLON CAPTIVE WASHERS (SELON WASHERS)
Nylon Captive Washers (Selon Washers)
High-Quality Nylon Captive Washers for Reliable Sealing & Fastening
Nylon Captive Washers, also known as Selon Washers, are specially designed self-retaining washers that remain attached to a screw, bolt, or fastener. This captive design helps prevent washers from becoming lost during installation, assembly, maintenance, and servicing.
Made from durable nylon materials, these washers provide excellent resistance to oils and fuels, making them suitable for a wide range of industrial and pressure-system applications. Nylon sealing washers can also provide a reliable alternative to traditional copper-based sealing washers in many applications.
We supply high-quality Nylon Captive Washers (Selon Washers) in a comprehensive range of sizes and specifications to meet different industrial, automotive, electrical, and engineering requirements.
Self-Retaining Nylon Sealing Washers
One of the key benefits of Nylon Captive Washers is their self-retaining design. The washer stays securely attached to the fastener, making assembly easier and reducing the risk of loose or misplaced components.
These nylon sealing washers are also resistant to oils and fuels, making them suitable for most pressure-system applications where reliable sealing performance is required
Compared with conventional copper-based sealing washers, nylon alternatives can offer the advantages of being lightweight, non-metallic, corrosion resistant, and electrically insulating.
Working Pressure & Temperature
Our Nylon Captive and Sealing Washers are suitable for applications with working pressures of up to 200 lb/in² (200 psi) and operating temperatures of up to 100°C, subject to the specific application and washer configuration.
For applications involving temperatures, pressures, chemicals, or fluids outside these parameters, customers should confirm suitability before specifying the washer.
Why Choose Nylon Captive Washers?
Self-Retaining Design:The washer remains attached to the fastener, reducing the possibility of losing the washer during installation or maintenance.
Resistant to Oils & Fuels:Nylon sealing washers offer resistance to oils and fuels, making them suitable for many fluid and pressure-system applications.
Suitable for Pressure Systems:With working parameters of up to 200 psi, these washers can be used in a wide variety of sealing and fastening applications.Temperature Resistance: Suitable nylon sealing washer configurations can operate at temperatures of up to 100°C.
Alternative to Copper Washers: Nylon sealing washers can replace copper-based sealing washers in many applications where a lightweight, non-metallic sealing solution is preferred.
Lightweight: Nylon is considerably lighter than copper and many other metal materials, helping reduce component weight.
Corrosion Resistant: Nylon does not rust or corrode like conventional metal washers, making it suitable for many demanding environments.
Electrical Insulation: The non-conductive properties of nylon make these washers particularly useful in electrical and electronic applications.
Nylon Captive Washers for Pressure Applications
Nylon Captive Washers are suitable for many pressure-system applications where secure retention and sealing performance are required.
Their self-retaining design makes them particularly useful when the washer needs to remain with the fastener during assembly or servicing. Their resistance to oils and fuels further expands their suitability for industrial, automotive, mechanical, and fluid-handling applications.
For applications operating up to 200 lb/in² pressure and 100°C, Nylon Sealing Washers can provide a practical alternative to traditional metal sealing washers, depending on the specific application requirements.
Comprehensive Range of Nylon Selon Washers
We can offer a comprehensive range of Nylon Captive Washers / Selon Washers from stock, helping customers source the required components quickly and efficiently.
Our range is suitable for:
- Industrial pressure systems
- Automotive applications
- Oil and fuel systems
- Hydraulic and mechanical assemblies
- Electrical equipment
- Electronic assemblies
- Machinery and equipment
- Appliances
- General engineering applications
- Fluid sealing applications
Different sizes and configurations can be supplied to suit various fasteners and assembly requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
1.What are Nylon Captive Washers?
Nylon Captive Washers are self-retaining washers designed to stay attached to a screw, bolt, or other fastener. They help prevent washers from being lost during assembly and maintenance.
2.What are Selon Washers?
Selon Washers are commonly used to describe self-retaining or captive washers. Nylon Selon Washers combine the captive design with the benefits of nylon, including lightweight construction, corrosion resistance, and electrical insulation.
3.Are Nylon Sealing Washers resistant to oils and fuels?
Yes. Nylon sealing washers can provide resistance to oils and fuels, making them suitable for many industrial and automotive applications. Suitability should always be confirmed against the specific fluid and operating conditions.
4.What pressure can Nylon Sealing Washers withstand?
The stated working parameter for these washers is up to 200 lb/in² (200 psi), subject to the specific washer design, material, fastener arrangement, and application.
5.What is the maximum operating temperature?
These Nylon Sealing Washers have working temperatures of up to 100°C, subject to the specific application and material configuration.
6.Can Nylon Washers replace copper sealing washers?
Nylon sealing washers can replace copper-based washers in many applications where a lightweight, non-metallic, corrosion-resistant, and electrically insulating sealing solution is suitable. The application should be checked to ensure the nylon washer meets the required pressure, temperature, fluid, and sealing conditions.
7.Are Nylon Captive Washers available from stock?
A comprehensive range can be offered from stock, subject to size and quantity requirements. Contact us with your required specification for current availability.
To learn more about the Ashton Seals product range please contact our sales team today on 01226 273700 or e-mail ask@ashton-group.co.uk.