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Precision Shims & Shim Stock — Machinery Alignment, Levelling and Gap Setting
Shims and shim stock are thin, precision-thickness material used to fill gaps, adjust clearances, align machinery, level equipment and achieve precise fits between mating components. AIMS Industrial stocks precision shim stock from Precision Brand and Champion in steel, stainless steel and brass — in sheet, roll and slotted formats covering metric and imperial thicknesses.
Precision Brand Shim Stock
Precision Brand shim stock rolls are available in steel, stainless steel and brass in a range of thicknesses from 0.025mm through to 3mm. Roll stock allows you to cut custom shim shapes and sizes on-site using tin snips or a shim cutter. Metric slotted shim sets from Precision Brand provide pre-cut slotted shims in assorted thicknesses for flanged shaft, coupling and bearing applications — the slot allows the shim to slide into position without dismantling the assembly.
Champion Sheet Shims
Champion 150mm × 150mm sheet shims are available in carbon steel and 304 stainless steel in assorted thickness packs — a practical solution for general machinery levelling and gap-setting in workshops and maintenance environments. Sheets can be stacked to achieve the required gap dimension.
Applications
Common shim applications include: bearing preload adjustment, motor and pump foot levelling, gearbox and coupling alignment, clearance setting in valve bodies and hydraulic components, and gap filling in structural connections. For precision machinery alignment — particularly rotating equipment — always use a dial indicator to verify alignment after shimming.
Material Selection
Steel shim stock is suitable for most general industrial applications. Stainless steel is specified where corrosion resistance is required. Brass shim stock is used in electrical applications and where a non-sparking material is required. Match the shim material to the service environment.
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