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Parts that make things go. |
Similar to the material of metal used, different types of washers can have drastic effects on the performance of a subsystem.
| Plastic Washer | Metal Washer |
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| Metal on Metal Contact | Plastic on Plastic Contact |
| Metal on Plastic Contact | - |
Using plastic washers between two pieces of metal or metal and plastic helps to drastically reduce friction, and provides for a much more smooth rotation. In cases of plastic on plastic contact, metal washers provide the same benefits.