How do you use a shim tool?
Shims are made of layers of metal bonded with adhesive; remove layers with a utility knife until you get the thickness you need. These thick shims are scored to make size adjustments easy— break off the excess shim for a custom fit around fasteners or corners. Use them to align cabinets, doors, and windows, or for other rough leveling.
What are steel shims used for?
Steel shims, used in a wide variety of applications, are some of the most popular, versatile and essential spacing components, and we make sure to stock them in ample quantities. While square and rectangular shims are frequently used, you can also easily source round shims and shim washers from us.
What sizes do the shims come in?
We offer standard and custom shims in a variety of materials, and in a comprehensive range of sizes and shapes. The shims we offer are typically in thickness of .020 or less. You can specify the shims you need right here in our catalog.
Is shim stock color coded by thickness?
This shim stock is color coded by thickness for easy identification. Cut it into custom shapes to fit your application. Keep shim stock in a variety of thicknesses on hand with these sets, which are color coded by thickness for easy identification.
How do you identify a ring Shim?
Precisely align, level, and adjust spacing on fasteners, shafts, and machinery with these shims, which are color-coded by thickness for easy identification. Be prepared with ring shims in a variety of thicknesses. These shims are color-coded by thickness for easy identification.
How do you use slotted shims?
Be prepared with slotted shims in a variety of thicknesses. The slot lets you insert, remove, and adjust the shims without disassembling your machinery. These shims are color-coded by thickness for easy identification. The slot lets you insert, remove, and adjust the shims without disassembling your machinery.