Precision Brand 16525 Steel Flat Sheet Shim Stock

Product Description

The PRECISION BRAND 16525 is a flat sheet shim stock made from steel, designed for precision shimming, alignment, and spacing applications across mechanical and industrial trades. Each sheet measures 0.015 inches thick, 6 inches wide, and 25 inches long, giving technicians a workable blank that can be cut to exact dimensions in the field. Shim stock of this type is a standard consumable in HVAC equipment alignment, machinery leveling, pipe support shimming, and structural gap filling. The steel construction provides consistent thickness tolerances and the rigidity required for load-bearing shim applications. This package includes 2 sheets per pack.

Flat sheet shim stock is used across commercial and residential mechanical installations wherever tight tolerances must be maintained. HVAC technicians use it to level compressors, air handlers, and condensing units on uneven pads. Pipefitters and millwrights rely on shim stock to align flanges, support pipe runs, and fill gaps in structural assemblies. The 0.015-inch gauge is a common intermediate thickness suited for fine alignment corrections without stacking multiple thinner sheets.

Key Features

• Steel construction provides rigidity and durability under compressive load
• 0.015-inch thickness allows precise gap filling and fine alignment corrections
• 25-inch length and 6-inch width provide ample material to cut custom shim sizes on site
• Flat sheet format cuts cleanly with snips, shears, or a utility knife scored and snapped
• Package includes 2 sheets, reducing per-job material runs

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose flat sheet shim stock suitable for HVAC equipment alignment, mechanical machinery leveling, pipe support, and structural shimming applications where a 0.015-inch steel shim is specified.

Installation Notes

Shim stock installation is performed by HVAC technicians, pipefitters, millwrights, and general mechanical contractors. Always de-energize or shut down equipment before inserting or adjusting shims under live mechanical assemblies. Use appropriate hand tools such as metal snips or aviation shears to cut shim stock to size. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling freshly cut steel shim edges, as they can be sharp.