1670902: SHIM

**Product Description: Shim Kits** **Technical Specifications:** - **Material Options:** - **Stainless Steel (302/304 grades)**: - Full-hard or annealed temper - Carbon content ≤0.15% (302) or ≤0.8% (304) - Chromium/nickel content: 18–20% Cr, 8–10% Ni - **Brass**: Common in laminated shims for durability - **Plastic**: Hi-impact polystyrene, ABS, or polypropylene for lightweight applications - **Dimensions:** - Thickness: 0.05–2.00 mm - Tolerance: ±0.00008–±0.0025 (varies by thickness) - Standard sizes: 50×50 mm, 75×75 mm, 100×100 mm - **Key Properties:** - **Hardness**: - Rockwell C 35–45 (stainless steel) or RB 80–90 (annealed) - **Mechanical Strength**: - **Plastic**: Tensile strength up to 7,500 psi, compressive strength up to 8,000 psi - **Stainless Steel**: ASTM-A-666 compliance **Applications:** - **Industrial**: Alignment in machinery, bearings, and structural adjustments - **Construction**: Temporary support for precast elements (especially with plastic shims) - **Automotive**: Precision spacing in engines or suspension systems **Key Features:** - **Precision Tolerances**: Ensures minimal deviation for critical alignment - **Material Variety**: - Stainless steel for corrosion resistance - Brass for durability - Plastic for lightweight use - **Stackable Designs**: Modular options allow for incremental adjustments **Additional Notes:** - **Packaging**: Typically sold in kits with multiple thicknesses (e.g., 20–720 shims per case) - **Standards**: - ASTM-A-666 (stainless steel), ASTM D 2240 (plastic hardness) For exact specifications, ensure that the product’s material and size align with manufacturer documentation.