Precision Brand 16405 Steel Shim Stock Roll 0.008 in 1010

Product Description

The PRECISION BRAND 16405 is a low carbon steel shim stock roll used for precision spacing, leveling, and alignment tasks in industrial and mechanical service work. The roll measures 0.008 inches thick, 120 inches long, and 12 inches wide, offering a broad working surface that can be cut to length or width as needed. Made from 1010 low carbon steel, it provides consistent thickness tolerance and reliable workability for shimming applications in machinery, equipment mounting, and fabrication setups. Machinists, millwrights, and maintenance technicians use this material as a go-to solution when precise gap control is required during assembly or alignment procedures.

This shim stock roll is suited for both shop and field use wherever controlled spacing or leveling of components is needed. Typical applications include machine base leveling, bearing housing alignment, mold and die fitting, and general maintenance shimming on industrial equipment. The 12-inch width and 10-foot length provide enough material to handle most standard shimming jobs without splicing. The 1010 low carbon steel grade is easy to cut with standard shop tools and accepts moderate forming without cracking, making it practical across a wide range of trade and maintenance scenarios.

Key Features

• 0.008 inch thickness for fine-tolerance shimming and gap control
• 1010 low carbon steel construction for consistent workability and easy cutting
• 120 inch (10 foot) roll length provides ample material for multiple jobs
• 12 inch width accommodates a wide variety of shimming footprints without piecing
• Roll format allows field cutting to exact dimensions needed

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose shim stock roll suitable for industrial machinery alignment, equipment mounting, fabrication, and mechanical maintenance applications where 1010 low carbon steel and 0.008 inch thickness are specified.

Installation Notes

Shim stock should be cut using sharp metal shears, a utility knife with a straightedge, or a metal-cutting die to maintain clean, burr-free edges. Deburr cut edges before installation to prevent damage to mating surfaces or injury during handling. Always power down and lock out equipment before inserting or adjusting shims in machinery. Verify final gap dimensions with a calibrated feeler gauge after shimming to confirm correct spacing.