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    Tape-Style Shim Stock

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shim Stock. Tape-Style Shim Stock.
    Unroll to your desired length, cut into custom shapes, and stick in place. With thickness tolerances as fine as a strand of hair, the shims you create will precisely align, space, and level components on dies, presses, and machinery.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor areas because it resists rust. However, it will corrode or pit when exposed to salt water and chemicals.
    Wd.
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Thk.
    Thk. Tolerance
    Material
    Thk.
    Adhesive
    Type
    Adhesive
    Thk.
    Each
    18-8 Stainless Steel
    1/4"90.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"0.002"Acrylic0.002"1143N2200000
    3/8"90.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"0.002"Acrylic0.002"1143N2250000
    1/2"90.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"0.002"Acrylic0.002"1143N230000
    5/8"90.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"0.002"Acrylic0.002"1143N23500000
    3/4"90.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"0.002"Acrylic0.002"1143N2400000
    1"90.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"0.002"Acrylic0.002"1143N2100000
    1 1/2"90.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"0.002"Acrylic0.002"1143N2500000
    2"90.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"0.002"Acrylic0.002"1143N2600000
    3"90.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"0.002"Acrylic0.002"1143N2700000
     

    Shim Stock

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shim Stock. Sold Individually.
    Cut into custom shapes to create shims that suit your needs. With thickness tolerances as fine as a strand of hair, the shims will precisely align, space, and level components on dies, presses, and machinery.
    You can stack multiple shims to achieve your exact thickness, but stacking more than four may cause them to shift. Remember, fewer shims are better, so a couple of thicker shims are more stable than a bunch of thin shims.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor areas because it resists rust. However, it will corrode or pit when exposed to salt water and chemicals.
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel—Superior to 18-8 stainless steel, it won't degrade when exposed to harsh weather, salt water, and most chemicals.
    High-Strength 17-7 PH Stainless Steel—Similar in strength to steel, it won’t rust in wet and outdoor areas but can’t withstand harsh chemicals like 316 stainless steel.
    Extreme-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel—Stronger than 17-7 PH stainless steel, it won’t rust in wet and outdoor areas but can’t withstand harsh chemicals like 316 stainless steel.
    Carbon Steel—Best for dry areas since moisture will cause it to rust.
    Stress-Resistant Spring Steel—Harder and holds its shape better than carbon steel. Use it for high-stress applications, such as leveling heavy machinery. It's best for dry areas since moisture will cause it to rust.
    Aluminum and Painted Aluminum—An alternative to stainless steel for rust resistance but less hard so it may not retain its shape. One-third the weight of steel, it's often used in robotics and automation.
    Brass—Picked for its warm, polished look. Similar to 18-8 stainless steel, it resists rusting in wet and outdoor areas.
    Copper—A good conductor of heat, it’s often used to install heat sinks. As our softest metal, it prevents component damage but may not retain its shape as well as other metals.
    Ultra-Chemical-Resistant PTFE—The most chemical-resistant shim stock we offer, it stands up to the widest range of harsh acids, bases, solvents, and corrosive cleaners, even at temperatures up to 500° F. It also won't mar delicate surfaces.
    Plastic—Softer than metal, it won't mar delicate surfaces and it will never rust.
    Temper Rating—Choose half hard to create shims that you’ll need to bend or shape. Opt for full hard to make stronger shims that will maintain their shape under loads.
    Certificate
    Thk.
    Thk. Tolerance
    Temper Rating
    Color
    Type
    Form
    Specs. Met
    Form
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    18-8 Stainless Steel
     
    6" Wide × 25" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A666, SAE AMS5906, SAE AMS5913Sheet19011K42000000
     
    6" Wide × 50" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"1/2 Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A666Roll12316K1300000
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A666, SAE AMS5906, SAE AMS5913Roll19502K5400000
     
    6" Wide × 100" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"1/2 Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A666Roll12316K31200000
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A666, SAE AMS5906, SAE AMS5913Roll153755K3400000
     
    8" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"1/2 Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A666Sheet12316K3290000
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A666, SAE AMS5906, SAE AMS5913Sheet19011K81500000
     
    10" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A666, SAE AMS5906Sheet19784K59800000
     
    12" Wide × 24" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A666, SAE AMS5906Sheet19784K60900000
     
    12" Wide × 50" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A666, SAE AMS5906, SAE AMS5913Roll19506K3400000
     
    12" Wide × 100" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A666, SAE AMS5906, SAE AMS5913Roll19784K1500000
     
    12" Wide × 120" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A666, SAE AMS5906Roll19784K584000000
     
    24" Wide × 24" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A666, SAE AMS5906, SAE AMS5913Sheet19011K61500000
     
    24" Wide × 50" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A666, SAE AMS5906, SAE AMS5913Roll19784K8400000
     
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel
     
    6" Wide × 25" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"——Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A240, ASTM A666, SAE AMS5507, SAE AMS5524Sheet12317K30700000
     
    6" Wide × 50" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"——Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A240, SAE AMS5507, SAE AMS5524Roll19548K13100000
     
    6" Wide × 100" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"——Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A240, SAE AMS5507, SAE AMS5524Roll19548K23100000
     
    8" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"——Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A240, SAE AMS5507, SAE AMS5524Sheet12317K5400000
     
    10" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"——Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A240, ASTM A666, SAE AMS5507, SAE AMS5524Sheet12317K29400000
     
    12" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.00025" to 0.00025"——Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A240, SAE AMS5507, SAE AMS5524Sheet12317K27400000
     
    12" Wide × 24" Long
    0.004"-0.00025" to 0.00025"——Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A240, SAE AMS5507, SAE AMS5524Sheet12317K28100000
     
    12" Wide × 50" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"——Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A240, SAE AMS5507, SAE AMS5524Roll19548K33100000
     
    12" Wide × 100" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"——Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A240, SAE AMS5507, SAE AMS5524Roll19548K431000000
     
    12" Wide × 120" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"——Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A240, ASTM A666, SAE AMS5507, SAE AMS5524Roll19548K724000000
     
    24" Wide × 24" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"——Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A240, ASTM A666, SAE AMS5507, SAE AMS5524Sheet12317K3400000
     
    24" Wide × 50" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"——Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A240, SAE AMS5507, SAE AMS5524Roll19548K531000000
     
    24" Wide × 100" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"——Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A240, SAE AMS5507, SAE AMS5524Roll19548K631000000
     
    High-Strength 17-7 PH Stainless Steel
     
    6" Wide × 50" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A693Roll12325K1200000
     
    Extreme-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel
     
    4" Wide × 60" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"——Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A693Roll13723T42000000
     
    Carbon Steel
     
    6" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A109Sheet19011K1410000
     
    6" Wide × 25" Long
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A109Sheet19011K1230000
     
    6" Wide × 50" Long
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		—Roll19500K5770000
     
    6" Wide × 100" Long
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		—Roll19500K10700000
     
    6" Wide × 180" Long
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		—Roll19500K70100000
     
    8" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A109Sheet59011K24100000
     
    12" Wide × 120" Long
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		—Roll19500K38100000
     
    24" Wide × 24" Long
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A109Sheet19011K16200000
     
    Stress-Resistant Spring Steel
     
    6" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0003" to 0.0003"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A684, SAE AMS5122Sheet19014K13400000
     
    6" Wide × 25" Long
    0.004"-0.0003" to 0.0003"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A684, SAE AMS5122Sheet19014K1100000
     
    6" Wide × 50" Long
    0.004"-0.0003" to 0.0003"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A682, ASTM A684, MIL-S-7947Roll19503K3300000
     
    6" Wide × 100" Long
    0.004"-0.0003" to 0.0003"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A684, SAE AMS5122Roll19503K50700000
     
    8" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0003" to 0.0003"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM A684, SAE AMS5122Sheet19014K15500000
     
    Aluminum
     
    6" Wide × 50" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM B209Roll19708K5400000
     
    6" Wide × 100" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Full Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM B209Roll19708K1400000
     
    Painted Aluminum
     
    6" Wide × 24" Long
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1/2 Hard to Full HardBeigeMaterial Certificate
    		Paper
    		—Sheet19536K630000
     
    12" Wide × 24" Long
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1/2 Hard to Full HardBeigeMaterial Certificate
    		Paper
    		—Sheet19536K7300000
     
    Brass
     
    6" Wide × 50" Long
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1/2 Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM B36Roll19504K32400000
     
    6" Wide × 60" Long
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1/2 Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM B36Roll19504K4700000
     
    6" Wide × 100" Long
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1/2 Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM B36Roll19501K3500000
     
    8" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1/2 Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM B36Sheet19011K4010000
     
    12" Wide × 120" Long
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1/2 Hard—Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM B36Roll19299K4400000
     
    Copper
     
    6" Wide × 50" Long
    0.004"-0.0003" to 0.0003"——Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM B152Roll19709K9100000
     
    6" Wide × 100" Long
    0.004"-0.0003" to 0.0003"——Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM B152Roll19709K1400000
     
    8" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0003" to 0.0003"——Material Certificate
    		Paper
    		ASTM B152Sheet19014K17600000
     
    Ultra-Chemical-Resistant PTFE
     
    6" Wide × 50" Long
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"—White——ASTM D3308, MIL-P-22241Roll11192N51800000
     
    8" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"—White——ASTM D3308, MIL-P-22241Sheet11192N5320000
     
    Plastic
     
    5" Wide × 20" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"—Beige———Sheet19513K160000
     
    10" Wide × 20" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"—Beige———Sheet19513K320000
     
    12" Wide × 24" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"—Beige———Sheet19513K11600000
     
    20" Wide × 20" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"—Beige———Sheet19513K5100000
     
    20" Wide × 50" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"—Beige———Sheet19513K14700000
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"—Beige———Roll19513K6600000
     

    Shims

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shims. Round, Sold Individually.
    With thickness tolerances as fine as a strand of hair, these shims precisely align, space, and level components on shafts, arbors, and machinery.
    You can stack multiple shims to achieve your exact thickness, but stacking more than four may cause them to shift. Remember, fewer shims are better, so a couple of thicker shims are more stable than a bunch of thin shims.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these shims resist rust. However, they’ll corrode or pit when exposed to salt water and chemicals.
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel—Superior to 18-8 stainless steel, these shims won't degrade when exposed to harsh weather, salt water, and most chemicals.
    Carbon Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause these shims to rust.
    Brass—With a warm, polished look, these shims are often chosen for their appearance. Similar to 18-8 stainless steel, brass is corrosion resistant enough to stand up to wet environments.
    Color-Coded Plastic—These shims are color coded by thickness to quickly spot and grab the right size every time. Softer than metal, they won't mar delicate surfaces and they will never rust.
    Material Certificate—Shims include a report with a traceable lot number.
    Thk.
    Thk. Tolerance
    ID
    Tolerance
    OD Tolerance
    Min.
    Hardness
    Color
    Certificate Type
    Specs.
    Met
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    18-8 Stainless Steel
     
    1/32" ID × 7/64" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70—Material Certificate
    		—2599040A904000000
     
    3/64" ID × 1/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70———2599040A92400000
     
    1/16" ID × 5/32" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70———2599040A94400000
     
    5/64" ID × 5/32" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70———2599040A00400000
     
    3/32" ID × 13/64" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70———2599040A20400000
     
    1/8" ID × 3/16" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70———2599040A30400000
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A240598126A0170000
     
    3/16" ID × 1/4" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70———2599040A40400000
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A240598126A0180000
     
    1/4" ID × 3/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70—Material Certificate
    		—2599040A50400000
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A2401098126A2460000
     
    5/16" ID × 1/2" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70———2599040A60400000
     
    11/32" ID × 13/16" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A2401098126A2480000
     
    3/8" ID × 9/16" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70———2599040A70400000
     
    3/8" ID × 5/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A2401098126A25000000
     
    1/2" ID × 3/4" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70—Material Certificate
    		—2599040A80400000
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A2401098126A25300000
     
    5/8" ID × 1" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A2401098126A25600000
     
    3/4" ID × 1 1/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A2401098126A25900000
     
    7/8" ID × 1 3/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A240598126A26200000
     
    1" ID × 1 1/2" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A240598126A26500000
     
    1 1/8" ID × 1 5/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A240598126A2680000
     
    1 1/4" ID × 1 3/4" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A240598126A27100000
     
    1 3/8" ID × 1 7/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A240598126A2740000
     
    1 1/2" ID × 2 1/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A240598126A27700000
     
    1 3/4" ID × 2 3/4" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A240598126A28000000
     
    2" ID × 2 3/4" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A240598126A28300000
     
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel
     
    1/8" ID × 3/16" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70—Material Certificate
    		ASTM A240597022A8710000
     
    3/16" ID × 1/4" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A240597022A8720000
     
    1/4" ID × 3/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A2401097022A1870000
     
    11/32" ID × 13/16" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A2401097022A19000000
     
    3/8" ID × 5/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A2401097022A19300000
     
    1/2" ID × 3/4" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A2401097022A19600000
     
    5/8" ID × 1" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A2401097022A19900000
     
    3/4" ID × 1 1/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A240597022A2020000
     
    7/8" ID × 1 3/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A240597022A2060000
     
    1" ID × 1 1/2" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B70——ASTM A240597022A2100000
     
    Carbon Steel
     
    1/8" ID × 3/16" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B65———53088A1410000
     
    3/16" ID × 1/4" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B65———53088A1420000
     
    1/4" ID × 3/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B65———103088A2090000
     
    11/32" ID × 13/16" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B65———103088A7160000
     
    3/8" ID × 5/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B65———103088A2110000
     
    1/2" ID × 3/4" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B65———103088A2120000
     
    5/8" ID × 1" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B65———103088A2130000
     
    3/4" ID × 1 1/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B65———103088A21400000
     
    7/8" ID × 1 3/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B65———103088A21500000
     
    1" ID × 1 1/2" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B65———103088A21600000
     
    1 1/8" ID × 1 5/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B65———103088A21700000
     
    1 1/4" ID × 1 3/4" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B65———103088A21800000
     
    1 3/8" ID × 1 7/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B65———103088A21900000
     
    1 1/2" ID × 2 1/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B65———103088A22100000
     
    1 3/4" ID × 2 3/4" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B65———103088A22200000
     
    2" ID × 2 3/4" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.011"-0.002" to 0.002"Rockwell B65———103088A22300000
     
    Brass
     
    3/32" ID × 13/64" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70———1093268A2040000
     
    1/8" ID × 3/16" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70———1093268A3040000
     
    3/16" ID × 1/4" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70———1093268A4040000
     
    1/4" ID × 3/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70———1093268A50400000
     
    5/16" ID × 1/2" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70———1093268A60400000
     
    3/8" ID × 9/16" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70———1093268A70400000
     
    1/2" ID × 3/4" OD
    0.004"-0.0005" to 0.0005"0" to 0.005"-0.005" to 0.005"Rockwell B70———1093268A80400000
     
    Color-Coded Plastic
     
    3/8" ID × 5/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"0" to 0.015"-0.005" to 0.005"—Beige——1098090A12500000
     
    1/2" ID × 3/4" OD
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"0" to 0.015"-0.005" to 0.005"—Beige——1098090A20500000
     
    5/8" ID × 1" OD
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"0" to 0.015"-0.005" to 0.005"—Beige——1098090A27500000
     
    3/4" ID × 1 1/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"0" to 0.015"-0.005" to 0.005"—Beige——1098090A34500000
     
    1" ID × 1 1/2" OD
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"0" to 0.015"-0.005" to 0.005"—Beige——1098090A48500000
     
    1 1/4" ID × 1 3/4" OD
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"0" to 0.015"-0.005" to 0.005"—Beige——1098090A63000000
     
    1 1/2" ID × 2 1/8" OD
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"0" to 0.015"-0.005" to 0.005"—Beige——1098090A77000000
     
    1 3/4" ID × 2 3/4" OD
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"0" to 0.015"-0.005" to 0.005"—Beige——1098090A84000000
     
    2" ID × 2 3/4" OD
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"0" to 0.015"-0.005" to 0.005"—Beige——1098090A91000000
     

    Slotted Shims

    Image of ProductInUse. Front orientation. Shims. Sold Individually, Precision Adjust, Slot.
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shims. Sold Individually, Precision Adjust, Slot, Tab End.

    Tab End

    Slip these shims around existing mounting fasteners to precisely align and level components such as pumps, compressors, and gearboxes with motors, all without disassembling them. They’re also good for leveling machines on uneven surfaces. To reduce sizing errors, these shims are either labeled with their thickness so there's no need to measure or color coded by thickness to quickly spot the right size.
    You can stack multiple shims to achieve your exact thickness, but stacking more than four may cause them to shift. Remember, fewer shims are better, so a couple of thicker shims are more stable than a bunch of thin shims.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these shims resist rust. However, they’ll corrode or pit when exposed to salt water and chemicals.
    Insertion Tools—Ease shim insertion and removal, keeping your fingers clear in the process.
    Shims
    Insertion Tools
    Slot
    Each
    Package
    Thk.
    Thk. Tolerance
    For Max.
    Screw Size
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Min.
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    End
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    Pkg.
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    Pkg.
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    18-8 Stainless Steel
     
    1" Lg. × 1" Wd. (Shim Trade Size AAA)
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"1/4"
    		5/16"5/8"Rockwell C42LabeledTab97235K364000002097235K30600000097235K900000
     
    1 1/2" Lg. × 1 1/2" Wd. (Shim Trade Size AA)
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"3/8"
    		7/16"61/64"Rockwell B85LabeledTab97235K13400002097235K0340000097235K90000
     
    2" Lg. × 2" Wd. (Shim Trade Size A)
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"1/2"
    		9/16"1 9/32"Rockwell B85LabeledTab9722K350000209722K3450000097235K9150000
     
    2 1/2" Lg. × 2 1/2" Wd. (Shim Trade Size BB)
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"5/8"
    		11/16"1 19/32"Rockwell B85LabeledTab97235K27800002097235K2480000097235K9150000
     
    3" Lg. × 3" Wd. (Shim Trade Size B)
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"3/4"
    		13/16"1 29/32"Rockwell B85LabeledTab9722K360000209722K3460000097235K930000
     
    4" Lg. × 4" Wd. (Shim Trade Size C)
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"1 1/8"
    		1 3/16"2 19/32"Rockwell B85LabeledTab9722K370000209722K3470000097235K930000
     
    5" Lg. × 5" Wd. (Shim Trade Size D)
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"1 1/2"
    		1 9/16"3 9/32"Rockwell B85LabeledTab9722K380000209722K3110000097235K9450000
     
    6" Lg. × 5" Wd. (Shim Trade Size DD)
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"1 1/2"
    		1 9/16"4 1/2"Rockwell C42LabeledTab97235K77400002097235K76400000———0
     
    6" Lg. × 6" Wd. (Shim Trade Size E)
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"1 7/8"
    		1 15/16"4"Rockwell B85LabeledTab97235K13500002097235K03500000097235K960000
     
    6" Lg. × 6" Wd. (Shim Trade Size G)
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"2 1/4"
    		2 5/16"4 3/16"Rockwell B85LabeledTab97235K13600002097235K03600000097235K960000
     
    8" Lg. × 8" Wd. (Shim Trade Size H)
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"2 1/4"
    		2 5/16"5 3/16"Rockwell B85LabeledTab97235K13700002097235K03700000097235K9850000
     

    Made-to-Order Shims

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shims. Sold Individually, Made-to-Order.
    If you need a unique shim shape or size, we’ll precision cut it for you. With thickness tolerances as fine as a strand of hair, these shims precisely align, space, and level components on shafts, arbors, and machinery.
    You can stack multiple shims to achieve your exact thickness, but stacking more than four may cause them to shift. Remember, fewer shims are better, so a couple of thicker shims are more stable than a bunch of thin shims.
    Send your dimensioned DWG, DXF, IGES, or STEP file to sales@mcmaster.com. Please leave at least 1/8" wall between shim edge and holes. Minimum hole size is 1/8". Shims should be no smaller than 1" × 1" square or 1" OD. Maximum shim dimension is the largest overall length, width, or diameter of your custom shim.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these shims resist rust. However, they’ll corrode or pit when exposed to salt water and chemicals.
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel—Superior to 18-8 stainless steel, these shims won't degrade when exposed to harsh weather, salt water, and most chemicals.
    Carbon Steel—Best for dry environments since moisture will cause these shims to rust.
    Brass—With a warm, polished look, these shims are often chosen for their appearance. Similar to 18-8 stainless steel, brass is corrosion resistant enough to stand up to wet environments.
    Material Certificate—Shims include a report with a traceable lot number.
    2" × 2" Maximum
    Shim Size
    5" × 5" Maximum
    Shim Size
    7" × 7" Maximum
    Shim Size
    11" × 11" Maximum
    Shim Size
    23" × 23" Maximum
    Shim Size
    Thk.
    Thk. Tolerance
    Min.
    Hardness
    Certificate Type
    Specs. Met
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Pkg.
    Qty.
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    Pkg.
    Qty.
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    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    18-8 Stainless Steel
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Rockwell C42Material Certificate
    		ASTM A2401611885N175000000411885N191000000911885N2060000000411885N2220000000111885N2370000000
     
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Not RatedMaterial Certificate
    		ASTM A240, Fed. Spec. QQ-S-7661611885N10400000411885N11900000911885N134000000411885N147000000111885N161000000
     
    Carbon Steel
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Rockwell B90Material Certificate
    		ASTM A109, Fed. Spec. QQ-S-6981611885N25300000411885N26800000911885N283000000411885N297000000111885N312000000
     
    Brass
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"Rockwell B60Material Certificate
    		ASTM B36, Fed. Spec. QQ-B-6131611885N32700000411885N33700000————0————0————0
     

    Adhesive-Back Shim Stock

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shim Stock. Adhesive-Back Shim Stock.
    Stick with confidence—a durable adhesive keeps this shim stock from sliding out of place. Cut the shim stock into custom shapes to create shims that suit your needs. With thickness tolerances as fine as a strand of hair, the shims will precisely align, space, and level components on dies, presses, and machinery.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor areas because it resists rust. However, it will corrode or pit when exposed to salt water and chemicals.
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel—Superior to 18-8 stainless steel, it won't degrade when exposed to harsh weather, salt water, and most chemicals.
    Aluminum—An alternative to stainless steel for rust resistance but less hard so it may not retain its shape. One-third the weight of steel, it's often used in robotics and automation.
    Brass—Picked for its warm, polished look. Similar to 18-8 stainless steel, it resists rusting in wet and outdoor areas.
    Temper Rating—Choose half hard to create shims that you’ll need to bend or shape. Opt for full hard to make stronger shims that will maintain their shape under loads.
    Material Certificate Icon
    Certificates with a traceable lot number are available for these products. Download certificates from ORDER HISTORY after your order ships.
    Certificate
    Thk.
    Thk. Tolerance
    Material
    Thk.
    Adhesive
    Thk.
    Adhesive
    Type
    Temper
    Rating
    Type
    Form
    Specs.
    Met
    Form
    Each
    18-8 Stainless Steel
     
    8" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0001" to 0.0001"0.002"0.002"AcrylicFull HardMaterial Certificate
    		Digital
    		ASTM A666Sheet2951N211000000
     
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel
     
    8" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0001" to 0.0001"0.002"0.002"Acrylic—Material Certificate
    		Digital
    		ASTM A666Sheet2951N33800000
     
    Aluminum
     
    6" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"0.002"0.002"Acrylic—Material Certificate
    		Digital
    		ASTM B479Sheet2951N23900000
     
    Brass
     
    8" Wide × 12" Long
    0.004"-0.0002" to 0.0002"0.002"0.002"Acrylic1/2 HardMaterial Certificate
    		Digital
    		ASTM B36Sheet2951N22600000
     

    Shims for Keyed Shafts

    With a notch or tab, these shims fit snugly on keyed shafts to align and space gears, sprockets, and bearings. On keyed arbors, they’re often used to accurately space saw blades and cutters.
    You can stack multiple shims to achieve your exact thickness, but stacking more than four may cause them to shift. Remember, fewer shims are better, so a couple of thicker shims are more stable than a bunch of thin shims.
    Notch
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Shims. For Keyed Shafts, Sold Individually, Round, Notch.
    Fit these shims around keyed shafts and arbors that have a key inserted. They’re often referred to as arbor spacers.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these shims resist rust. However, they’ll corrode or pit when exposed to salt water and chemicals.
    Notch
    Thk.
    Thk. Tolerance
    ID
    ID
    Tolerance
    OD
    OD Tolerance
    Wd.
    Dp.
    Min.
    Hardness
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    18-8 Stainless Steel
     
    For 1/2" Diameter Shafts
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1/2"0" to 0.011"3/4"-0.002" to 0.002"1/8"3/64"Rockwell B801098116A219000000
     
    For 3/4" Diameter Shafts
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"3/4"0" to 0.011"1 1/8"-0.002" to 0.002"3/16"5/64"Rockwell B801098116A22400000
     
    For 7/8" Diameter Shafts
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"7/8"0" to 0.011"1 3/8"-0.002" to 0.002"3/16"5/64"Rockwell B801098116A22800000
     
    For 1" Diameter Shafts
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1"0" to 0.011"1 1/2"-0.002" to 0.002"1/4"3/32"Rockwell B801098116A23100000
     
    For 1 1/4" Diameter Shafts
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1 1/4"0" to 0.011"1 3/4"-0.002" to 0.002"5/16"1/8"Rockwell B801098116A23400000
     
    For 1 1/2" Diameter Shafts
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"1 1/2"0" to 0.011"2 1/8"-0.002" to 0.002"3/8"5/32"Rockwell B80598116A2370000
     
    For 2" Diameter Shafts
    0.004"-0.0004" to 0.0004"2"0" to 0.011"2 3/4"-0.002" to 0.002"1/2"3/16"Rockwell B80598116A23900000
     

    Wave Spring Lock Washers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Lock Washers. Wave Washer, Spring Lock Washer.
    The wavy shape flexes like a spring to keep nuts and screws secure on slightly uneven surfaces. These washers add a small amount of tension to stop fasteners from backing out due to mild vibration. While they don't hold as well as other lock washers, they do grip slightly better than curved washers. They work best in electrical panels, light fixtures, and other light duty assemblies. Since these washers hold their shape when untightened, you can reuse them a handful of times without losing strength.
    18-8 Stainless Steel—The choice for wet and outdoor environments, these washers won't rust when exposed to moisture. However, they can't hold up to the harsh chemicals that 316 stainless steel can.
    Black-Oxide 18-8 Stainless Steel—Typically chosen for their appearance, these washers have a dark, matte coating to create a finished look. They won't rust in wet and outdoor environments, but can't hold up to harsh chemicals as well as 316 stainless steel.
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel—Superior to 18-8 stainless steel, these washers won't degrade when exposed to harsh weather, salt water, and most chemicals.
    For Screw
    Size
    No. of
    Waves
    ID
    OD
    Thk.
    Overall
    Ht.
    Pkg.
    Qty.
    Pkg.
    18-8 Stainless Steel
    No. 2
    		10.095"0.130"0.004"0.040"1099842A103000000
    No. 5
    		10.135"0.245"0.004"0.055"1099842A10700000
     
    Black-Oxide 18-8 Stainless Steel
    No. 5
    		10.135"0.245"0.004"0.055"1099842A33600000
     
    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel
    No. 2
    		10.094"0.130"0.004"0.040"1093423A11200000
     
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