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Load Indicating Washers

Load Indicating Washers

Load Indicating Washers

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What is the difference (if any) between a Load Indicating Washer (LIW) and a Direct Tension Indicating Washer (DTI)?  To me, LIWs are a general term where DTIs are a specific type of LIW.  Am I correct about this?  I am just looking to gain a general understanding of this topic, so any/all input would be appreciated.  Thanks!

namanges

RE: Load Indicating Washers

I think they are basically the same thing, at least have the same purpose.  There are a few variations on the theme of a washer which allows easy inspection of bolts for tightness, and I think different manufacturers call their washers by different names.

RE: Load Indicating Washers

I've scanned through some AISC sites and I don't see where they differentiate between the two.  Rose by any other name....

RE: Load Indicating Washers

Have you tried on "Welding, Bonding & Fastener" forum?

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