Gibraltar 23050.0116 Female Spherical Washer 16mm

Product Description

The GIBRALTAR 23050.0116 is a Type D female spherical washer designed for use with 16mm metric bolts. Made from case hardened steel, this washer provides a self-aligning bearing surface that compensates for angular misalignment in bolted joints. The female spherical seat conforms to DIN 6319 fastener standards and allows up to 3 degrees of correction, reducing stress concentrations at the bolt shank. It is sized with a 19mm female inside diameter and a 30mm female outside diameter, with a thickness of 6.2mm. Millwrights, maintenance mechanics, and industrial tradespeople install this component in structural and mechanical assemblies where precise load distribution is required.

This washer is suited for industrial, commercial, and heavy mechanical applications where bolted connections experience angular load or surface irregularities. It is commonly used in machinery mounts, structural steel connections, conveyor systems, and equipment bases where joint alignment cannot be guaranteed by the mating surfaces alone. The spherical geometry allows the washer to seat correctly even when the bearing surface is not perfectly perpendicular to the bolt axis.

Key Features

• Type D female spherical washer per DIN 6319 standard
• Accommodates up to 3 degrees of angular correction
• Case hardened steel construction for durability under load
• 19mm female inside diameter fits 16mm metric bolts
• 30mm female outside diameter with 6.2mm thickness
• Metric measurement system for compatibility with metric fastener assemblies

Compatibility

Designed for use with 16mm metric bolts in assemblies requiring DIN 6319 Type D female spherical washers. Typically paired with a corresponding male spherical washer in self-aligning bolted joint applications.

Installation Notes

Installation is performed by qualified millwrights or mechanical tradespeople working on bolted structural or equipment assemblies. De-energize and lock out any powered equipment before accessing joint locations. Ensure the mating male spherical washer is properly aligned with the female seat before applying torque. Follow applicable fastener standards and equipment manufacturer guidelines for joint assembly procedures.