Maudlin Products MSD5-DK Slotted Shim Assortment 340pc

Product Description

The MAUDLIN PRODUCTS MSD5-DK is a 340-piece stainless steel slotted shim assortment covering a thickness range of 0.001 to 0.125 inches. Each shim measures 5 inches long by 5 inches wide with a 1-5/8-inch wide slot, making them easy to slide around bolts or studs without full disassembly. Manufactured from 302/304 stainless steel, these shims resist corrosion and hold their dimensions under mechanical load. The assortment is suited for precision alignment work where incremental thickness adjustments are required. Machinists, millwrights, pipefitters, and maintenance mechanics reach for this kit when shimming machinery bases, flanges, bearing housings, and equipment mounts.

This assortment is used across industrial, commercial, and mechanical maintenance applications where precise gap control is needed. The slotted design allows a shim to be inserted or removed while fasteners remain partially engaged, speeding up alignment procedures on pumps, motors, compressors, conveyors, and structural connections. The wide thickness range in a single kit reduces the need to stock multiple individual shim packs on a service truck or in a maintenance crib.

Key Features

• 340 individual shims covering 0.001 to 0.125 inches in thickness
• 302/304 stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance and dimensional stability
• 5 x 5 inch shim size with a 1-5/8 inch wide slot for over-bolt installation
• Slotted design allows insertion and removal without fully removing fasteners
• Wide assortment reduces the need for multiple separate shim packs

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose slotted shim assortment suitable for machinery alignment, equipment mounting, and precision gap adjustment applications across a broad range of mechanical and industrial settings.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by millwrights, maintenance mechanics, or pipefitters during machinery alignment or leveling procedures. Before inserting or adjusting shims under powered equipment, de-energize and lock out the machine per applicable LOTO procedures. Use the slotted opening to slide shims around partially loosened fasteners, then retorque fasteners to the equipment manufacturer's specifications after final alignment is confirmed. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling thin stainless shims, as edges can be sharp.