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I'm trying to figure out the name of the "retainer washer" that is missing from an electrical connection on the bottom of an Atlas O Double slip switch.  The copper component holds (pushed on) a ground wire onto a post that connects to one of the moveable closure rails on the switch.

I'm trying to figure out what these components are called so that I can source a replacement.

I've circled the spot where the component is missing from in the picture below.  I've also included a picture or another spot that has the component.

Any help is greatly appreciated!



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The common name for it is a 'Palnut', but I believe that at one time this term was a registered trademark for this specific fastener when manufactured by the company that invented it.  If I recall the generic term for it is "pushnut".

They are available in a number of sizes.

I have an example that I'll post, although it may not be the correct size for your application.

Mike

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OGR Publishing, Inc., 1310 Eastside Centre Ct, Suite 6, Mountain Home, AR 72653
800-980-OGRR (6477)
www.ogaugerr.com

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