The Multiquip 0043203000 Lock Washer M3 is a genuine OEM fastener component designed for GBX12SK and GBX24BK balloon systems. As a factory-sourced part, it is manufactured to the exact tolerances required by Multiquip, ensuring correct seating and retention performance in the original assembly. This lock washer is a direct replacement for the original hardware, confirmed for use on GBX12SK and GBX24BK equipment.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Hardness and Temper: — Manufactured to the precise material grade and spring tension Multiquip specifies for M3 fastener applications, maintaining correct clamp load without deforming under torque.
- Direct Hardware Replacement: — Matches the original M3 thread pitch and outer profile for drop-in installation with no reworking of the mounting hardware.
- Confirmed Fitment: — Verified for use on GBX12SK and GBX24BK balloon systems, eliminating guesswork when sourcing small fastener hardware.
- Vibration Resistance: — The lock washer's split-ring design bites into mating surfaces to resist loosening under operational vibration, keeping fastened assemblies secure during use.
- Electrical and Structural Safety Compliance: — In balloon system assemblies where panel or enclosure hardware integrity matters, using the correct OEM-spec lock washer ensures grounding paths and structural connections remain properly secured.
A lock washer is a hardened fastener insert placed beneath a nut or bolt head to prevent the fastener from backing out due to vibration or dynamic loading. The split-ring design applies a constant spring force against the mating surfaces, creating friction that resists rotational loosening. When a lock washer is missing, undersized, or worn flat, fastened joints can work loose over time, leading to misalignment, component movement, or loss of electrical continuity in grounded assemblies.
Part Details
| Part Number | 0043203000 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Lock Washer M3 |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Balloon Systems | GBX12SK |
| Balloon Systems | GBX24BK |
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Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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