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Large-Adjustment Slotted Shims
Use these thick shims to align cabinets, doors, and windows, or for other rough leveling. They're color-coded by thickness for easy identification. The slot makes it easy to insert, remove, and adjust the shims. Shims are made of plastic to resist moisture and prevent rot.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Breakaway Tapered Shims
Easily snap off any excess to get the length you need. Use these shims to align cabinets, doors, and windows, or for other rough leveling.
Dimpled shims have breaks every ½ inch. They resist splitting when nailed or screwed, so they’re best to use when hammering is needed.
Lined shims are marked every 1/8 inch for clean, precise breaks.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Thick. | |||||||||
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(A) | (B) | Lg. | Wd. | Score Interval | Color | Temp. Range | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
Dimpled Composite | |||||||||
1/16" | 1/4" | 7 1/2" | 1 1/2" | 1/2" | Beige | Not Rated | 12 | 000000 | 00000 |
Lined Composite | |||||||||
1/16" | 1/4" | 7 1/2" | 1 1/2" | 1/8" | Beige | Not Rated | 12 | 0000000 | 0000 |
Smooth Wood | |||||||||
1/16" | 3/16" | 3 1/2" | 1" | __ | __ | Not Rated | 50 | 000000 | 0000 |
1/16" | 1/4" | 6" | 1 3/8" | __ | __ | Not Rated | 9 | 000000 | 0000 |
1/16" | 1/4" | 8" | 1 3/8" | __ | __ | Not Rated | 12 | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/16" | 1/4" | 12" | 1 3/8" | __ | __ | Not Rated | 42 | 0000000 | 0000 |
Slotted Tapered Shims
The slot lets you install these rigid shims around screws. Shims are made of plastic to resist moisture and prevent rot. Use them to align cabinets, doors, and windows, or for other rough leveling.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Breakaway Shim Plates
These thick shims are scored to make size adjustments easy—break off the excess shim for a custom fit around fasteners or corners. Unlike wood shims, these plastic shims resist moisture and won’t rot. Use them to align cabinets, doors, and windows, or for other rough leveling.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Pkg. | ||||||||||
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Thick. | Thick. Tolerance | Color | Score Interval | Material | Temp. Range | Specifications Met | Pkg. Qty. | 1-4 | 5-Up | |
6" × 6" | ||||||||||
0.0625" | -0.032" to 0.032" | Black | 2" x 6" | Polystyrene Plastic | Not Rated | ASTM D638 | 8 | 0000000 | 00000 | 00000 |
Slip-Resistant Shim Plates
The textured surface of these thick shims keeps them from sliding apart when stacked. Use them to align cabinets, doors, and windows, or for other rough leveling. They're color-coded by thickness for easy identification. Unlike wood shims, these plastic shims resist moisture and won’t rot.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Thick. | Thick. Tolerance | Color | Material | Specifications Met | Pkg. Qty. | Pkg. | |
6" × 4" | |||||||
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0.0625" | -0.03" to 0.03" | Yellow | Polystyrene Plastic | ASTM D785 | 10 | 00000000 | 000000 |
Shims for Keyway Broaches
When broaching in multiple passes, shims are necessary to ensure full keyway depth. Slide them between the broach and bushing to set the depth of the keyway.
Note: Broaches have a style designation of A, B, B1, C, D, or E. For proper fit, broaches, bushings, and shims used together must have the same letter designation.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
For Keyway Wd. | For Broach Style | Thick. | Overall Lg. | Material | Each | |
1/4" | C | 0.0625" | 2 11/16" | Steel | 0000000 | 00000 |
3/8" | C | 0.0625" | 2 11/16" | Steel | 0000000 | 0000 |
3/8" | D | 0.0625" | 6 1/4" | Steel | 0000000 | 0000 |
1/2" | D | 0.0625" | 6 1/4" | Steel | 0000000 | 0000 |
5/8", 3/4" | E | 0.0625" | 6 3/4" | Steel | 0000000 | 0000 |
6mm | C | 0.0625" | 2 11/16" | Steel | 0000000 | 0000 |
14mm | D | 0.0625" | 6 1/4" | Steel | 0000000 | 0000 |
Dissolvable Shims
Use these paper shims to create a gap while welding, then spray them with water and they instantly melt away. They leave no harmful residue.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Thick. | Lg. | Wd. | Welding Process | Material | Pkg. of 25 | |
1/16" | 4" | 3/8" | MIG, TIG, Stick, Oxyacetylene, Plastic | Paper | 0000000 | 000000 |