Heavy anti-corrosion brass washer 1" – CR – code: 7073F – Maestrini

Heavy-duty 1″ anticorrosion brass washer (CR) Maestrini – code 7073F

The heavy corrosion-resistant brass washer Maestrini is a hardware and plumbing component designed for use in assemblies where a washer with a robust structure and metallic material suitable for environments subject to humidity and external agents is useful. This model is identified as CR and refers to the Maestrini code 7073F, with size from 1".

In technical fields (plant engineering, maintenance, and onboard applications), a washer is a simple but essential element: it helps distribute the load, protect bearing surfaces, and make tightening more orderly and controllable when bolts or threaded components are involved. The choice of a version heavy version may be indicated when a more substantial washer is desired, suitable to act as a stable support in assemblies and repairs.

Product features and details

Material: corrosion-resistant brass

The washer is made of anticorrosion brass, a common choice in contexts where good resistance to humid environments and greater stability over time compared to materials more sensitive to oxidation is required. Brass is often used in fittings and small parts for its workability and use in many hydraulic applications.

Type: heavy washer

The wording heavy identifies a washer with a more “structured” design, intended to provide a more consistent support compared to light or standard washers. Practically, it can be useful when a washer that contributes to a more stable load distribution and more effective protection of the contact surface is desired, especially in assemblies subject to vibrations or periodic maintenance.

Size and identification

• Size: from 1"
• Abbreviation: CR
• Product code: 7073F
• Brand / supplier: Maestrini

For correct selection, it is advisable to verify the size correspondence with the bolts or the threaded element on which the washer will be installed, as well as to consider the available space and the bearing surface.

Typical applications

This washer can be used in many situations of hydraulics and hardware, including technical contexts where material choice and component robustness are relevant. In particular, it is suitable for:

• Assemblies and tightenings with compatible bolts, where a more stable support is needed.
• Maintenance of systems and components, when replacing worn or missing elements.
• Onboard systems and applications in humid environments, where the use of corrosion-resistant brass is a frequent choice.
• Hydraulic fittings and components where it is useful to protect the contact surface and improve the order of tightening.

Although a washer is a simple component, it contributes to the overall quality of the assembly: it helps reduce marks or damage on bearing surfaces and can make the pressure exerted during tightening more uniform.

Advantages in use

Support for tightening and surface protection

Inserting a washer between the nut (or screw head) and the bearing surface is a common practice to distribute the load and limit the tightening footprint. In technical applications, this can help preserve components and fittings, especially when surfaces are machined or when a more controlled contact is desired.

Material suitable for humid environments

The’anticorrosion brass is often chosen for use in environments where humidity is present and where a metallic material with more stable behavior is preferred compared to solutions that may oxidize more easily. This makes the washer a consistent choice for plant engineering and maintenance in exposed contexts.

“Heavy” format for more robust assemblies

The version heavy is recommended when a washer with greater consistency is desired, useful as a more “solid” support in tightening and fastening. It is a practical solution in many workshop processes and maintenance, where small parts must be reliable and easy to handle.

Usage and operational notes

Choice of the correct size

The declared size is 1". Before installation, it is advisable to check compatibility with the bolts and the threaded element provided in your plant or assembly. In case of doubts, checking the product code 7073F can help correctly identify the item during reorder or replacement.

Installation

Generally, the washer is placed between the support surface and the tightening element (nut or screw head). Ensure that the surface is clean and that the washer rests correctly, without tilting or interference with edges, seats, or adjacent components.

Maintenance and replacement

In applications subject to periodic disassembly or demanding environmental conditions, it is good practice to check the condition of the small parts during interventions: a deformed, marked, or no longer flat washer can be replaced to maintain an orderly and consistent tightening with the assembly.

Quick identification for reorder

• Product: Heavy washer in corrosion-resistant brass
• Size: 1"
• Abbreviation: CR
• Code: 7073F
• Brand: Maestrini

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

What is the product code of the Maestrini washer?

The product code indicated for this heavy brass anti-corrosion washer is 7073F.

What material is the washer made of?

The washer is made of anti-corrosion brass.

What is the size of the washer?

The size indicated is 1″.

What does it mean that it is a “heavy washer”?

Indicates a washer with a more robust design compared to light or standard versions, intended to provide a more consistent support during tightening.

In which fields is this washer typically used?

It is suitable for plumbing and hardware applications, in assemblies and maintenance, even in humid environments and on-board technical systems where corrosion-resistant brass is a frequent choice.