Flanged Bushes - Bluemay Ltd
Nylon Flanged Bushes

A Specialist Manufacturer of Plastic Flanged Bushes

A renowned leader in the realm of plastic engineering, we excel in the production of versatile plastic flanged bushes, often referred to as top hats, shoulder washers, and headed bushes.

Flanged bushes are vital components across various industries, offering exceptional durability, wear, vibration resistance and corrosion protection. Flanged bushes are also excellent electrical insulators, particularly when used with screws on PCB boards and are non-conductive. Additionally, flanged bushes can be used as shock absorbing dampers.

What sets us apart is our commitment to quality, evident through our AS9100 certification. This stringent certification attests to our adherence to aerospace industry standards, reflecting our dedication to excellence. We have the capability to swiftly produce and dispatch custom components, catering to the unique needs of our clients.

What are Nylon Flanged Bushes, Top Hats, and Shoulder Washers?

Nylon Flanged Bushes, also known as Top Hats, Shoulder Washers and Headed Bushes, are insulating components designed to prevent heat transfer and provide non-conductive solutions in various assemblies. They are made from durable nylon, offering excellent strength and wear resistance.
Standard and non-standard plastic flanged bushes available

Our standard range of nylon flanged bushes are available ex-stock for immediate dispatch. Our tooling for non-standard nylon flanged bushes is vast - tooling can be set up immediately and your product dispatched swiftly.

Shoulder Washers - Bluemay Ltd
If your required size is not listed below, call one of our experienced sales team members, Julietta, Amanda, or Teresa, a small modification to our tooling may be necessary, which can be discussed with you.

To suit A B C D E
M6 6.2 9.5 14 0.9 14.5
M8 8 10 8 1.5 20
M10 10.4 13 11 2 19
M12 12.2 14 12.5 2 24
M12 13 16 17 2 19
M16 16.2 18 12.5 2 30
M16 16.2 19 17.5 2.5 22
3/4" 19.5 22 19.5 2.5 28
M20 20.2 22 17.5 2 36
M22 22 25 23 2.5 32
M24/1" 26 28.7 24.8 2.5 34.6

Material: Nylon 6 | Dimensions shown in mm

Bluemay Plastic Flanged Bushes

The following non-standard flanged bushes / shoulder washers are available to order. If the size you require is not listed please contact us - tooling can be set up immediately and your product dispatched swiftly.

A B C D E
2 4.2 4.5 0.5 6.7
3 4 4 1 7.5
3.1 6 1.25 1.25 11
3.4 5.7 5 1 8
3.81 6.48 12.19 3.3 15.75
4.15 6.5 2.5 1 13
4.2 6 2.75 1.25 9.5
4.7 6.3 4.1 3.2 12.4
5 6.5 2.5 1 13
5.7 7 3.5 1.1 30
6 8.31 3.18 1.59 16
6 12.7 9.2 3 20.6
6.2 9.5 9 0.9 14.5
6.2 9.5 14 1 14.5
6.2 10 5 1.5 12
6.3 8 10.5 1.5 16
6.5 8 13 2 10
8 10 3 1.5 20
8 12.7 9.3 3 20.5
8 32 8 4 46
8.2 10 10 1.7 20
8.3 19 6 2 25.4
8.3 19 6 6 25.4
8.3 19 6 10 25.4
8.5 17.8 1.3 1.7 25
8.5 13 40 2 22
8.5 18 5 3 32
9 13.5 2 2 22
9.8 13 3.5 2 16
10.4 12 10 2 19
10.4 12 10 2 21
10.4 13 5 2 19
10.4 13 10 2 19
10.4 14 13.5 2 20
10.5 13.75 2 0.5 25
11 13.2 24 3 18
11.2 13.2 56 3 18
11.25 13.2 24 3 18
11.25 13.2 50 3 18
12 16 20 5 30
12.2 14 5 2 24
12.2 14 15 2 24
12.2 16 9.5 2.9 20
12.2 16 9.5 2.9 25
12.5 14 2 1 17.5
12.5 14.5 14 3 25
12.5 16 16 1 18
12.5 18 1.3 1.7 30
12.8 15.9 4.5 1 25
12.8 15.9 6.5 1 25
12.85 15.8 4.5 1 25
12.9 17.5 12 2 31
13 15 8 2 24
13 16 31 2.5 22
13 17 8 2 24
13 21 8 5 40
14 18.9 3 2 25.8
14.15 19 8 2 26
15.5 19 2 2 22
15.88 17.6 4 0.8 21
15.88 17.6 2 0.8 21
16 17.6 2 0.8 21
16 18 10 2 30
16 20 12.5 2.5 27
16 20 20 2.5 27
16.15 19 8 2 26
16.2 18 14.5 2 45
16.2 18 22 2 30
16.2 21 17.5 2.5 25.4
16.5 19.6 23.8 1.6 22.2
17 20 34 3 35
18 22 15 2 50
18 22.5 5 2.5 32
19 21 8 1 29.8
19.5 22 10 2.5 28
20.2 22 10 2 36
20.2 22 15 2 36
20.2 22 32 2 50
20.4 22 24 2 36
20.5 22 19.5 2.5 28
24 26 8 1 35.8
24.5 26.5 30 1 44
25 30 17.5 5 41.3
25.4 28.5 33 2.5 50
25.4 30 30 2 57
30.8 33 25 3 55
31.8 34.7 22 3 40
31.8 34.7 32 3 40
32 34 8 1 44.8
37.5 39.7 7 1 52.4
44 50 12 3 52
48.5 51 7 1 65

Material: Nylon 6, Nylon 66 | Dimensions shown in mm

Bluemay Plastic Flanged Bushes
Flanged Bushes are often bought with:
Washers

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Nylon Flanged Bushes, Top Hats, and Shoulder Washers

Nylon Flanged Bushes, also known as Top Hats, Shoulder Washers and Headed Bushes, are insulating components designed to prevent heat transfer and provide non-conductive solutions in various assemblies. They are made from durable nylon, offering excellent strength and wear resistance.

Shoulder Washers are used to insulate screws, space components within printed circuit boards (PCBs), and can also serve as lightly loaded bearings. They are versatile and suitable for various applications in electrical systems and industrial settings.

Nylon Bushes provide insulation to prevent heat transfer, serve as non-conductive components for cables and household appliances, and dampen shock and vibrations. They are lightweight yet strong, making them suitable for a wide range of commercial and industrial applications.

Yes, our nylon products come in natural as standard, but they are also available in black and other colours upon request. Different plastic materials can also be requested to suit specific needs.

Installing a screw insulator is quick and simple. Insert the screw through the insulator and push the assembly into a pre-drilled hole. The durable nylon construction ensures a secure fit and long-lasting performance.

Our products are designed to suit fasteners with thread sizes ranging from M2 to M48. We stock sizes to fit M6 to M24 - additional sizes are available for custom manufacture upon request.

Yes, our nylon components are corrosion-resistant and can withstand exposure to certain chemicals, ensuring a long-lasting product.

Our nylon components are used in various industries, including electronics manufacturing, furniture production, and other commercial and industrial environments where insulation, non-conductivity, and vibration dampening are required.

You can call us at 01380 821821 to speak with one of our team members—Julietta, Amanda, or Teresa. They will be pleased to assist you with your inquiry, arrange samples, and provide a quotation.

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