Also means
backing plate
Usage Note
Unterlagscheibe (standard German Unterlegscheibe) is the flat metal disc placed under a bolt head or nut to spread the clamping force and protect the material surface. Different standards (DIN 125, DIN 9021) define size and thickness.
Examples
"Ohne Unterlagscheibe würde die Schraube sich ins weiche Holz eindrücken."
Natural Translation
Without a washer the screw would press into the soft wood.
Literal Translation
Without washer would the screw itself into the soft wood press.
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