Shim Stock, Roll, Cold Low Steel, 0.0120 In

Description

Precision Brand full-hard, cold-rolled shim stock for precision alignment, spacing, and machine build applications.

Key Specifications & Features

• Material / Steel Grade: Low carbon, cold rolled steel (approximately AISI 1008 / 1010)
• Thickness: 0.0120 in (≈ 0.30 mm) (roll variant matching Precision Brand listings)
• Width & Length: Typical roll widths of 6″ and length ~100″ in similar variants
• Tempering / Hardness: Full hard temper (maximized flatness and rigidity)
• Tolerance & Precision: Produced under tight tolerances to ensure consistent thickness and dimensional stability across its length

Benefits & Applications

• High Precision Spacing & Alignment
  Ideal for adjusting tolerances in machinery, shimming bearing seats, gear alignments, or leveling frames where small thickness increments matter.
• Flat, Stable Material
  The full hard cold-rolled steel resists bending, warping, or spring-back, giving reliable, stable shim layers.
• Good Machinability
  Can be cut, punched, laser-processed, or trimmed with minimal burrs or distortion.
• Cost-Effective for Prototyping & Adjustments
  Having a roll allows users to cut custom lengths and combinations of shims to fine-tune fits without stocking many fixed-thickness pieces.
• Widely Used in Tool & Die, Maintenance & Repair
  Commonly used in die setup, machine alignment, pump & motor alignment, aerospace, and precision engineering settings.

Tips for Use & Handling

1. Clean Edges After Cutting
   Use fine deburring or sanding to smooth cut edges, especially when shims are stacked or inside close fits.
2. Stack Wisely
   When combining multiple shim layers, alternate orientations or “mirror” layering to reduce cumulative tolerance drift.
3. Use Hold-Down Methods
   In dynamic or vibration-prone assemblies, secure shim stacks with adhesive, loctite, or mechanical retention to maintain position.
4. Protect from Corrosion
   Although low carbon steel, in humid environments you may apply a thin oil film or rust inhibitor, especially in long-term installations.
5. Verify After Installation
   After final tightening or loading, re-check alignment or clearance since compression or settling can shift shim stacks slightly.