Precisely align, level, and adjust spacing on fasteners, shafts, and machinery with these shims.

For accurate leveling, choose materials such as steel or stainless steel, which are hard enough to resist scratching and deforming. Softer shims, like copper or aluminum, can be used as wear plates between components that rub together, preventing damage to equipment.

Stainless steel shims are more corrosion resistant than steel shims. 316 stainless steel shims have the best corrosion resistance of our stainless steel shims.

Carbon steel shims have excellent strength and can be welded, but aren't as corrosion resistant as other shims.

Spring steel shims are comparable in strength to carbon steel shims, but are harder and hold their shape better. They aren't as corrosion resistant as other shims.

Aluminum shims are lightweight and nonmagnetic. They have good corrosion resistance.

Brass and copper shims are corrosion resistant and nonmagnetic. Copper shims are good conductors of heat and electricity, so these shims are often used when installing heat sinks.

PTFE plastic shims are slippery, so they can be used to reduce friction between parts. They also have excellent chemical resistance.

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