Precision Brand 16830 Steel Shim Stock 0.003 in 18x6 in 10 Pc

Product Description

The PRECISION BRAND 16830 is a flat shim stock sheet made from 1008/1010 low carbon steel, intended for precision shimming, alignment, and spacing applications in industrial and mechanical service work. At 0.003 inches thick, this sheet provides fine-tolerance material for applications where exact gap control is critical. Each package contains 10 sheets measuring 18 inches long by 6 inches wide, giving technicians material they can cut to size on the job. Machinists, maintenance mechanics, and industrial service techs regularly reach for this grade of shim stock when shimming machinery bases, aligning flanges, or fitting mechanical assemblies.

This shim stock is suited for light industrial, manufacturing, and mechanical maintenance environments. The 1008/1010 low carbon steel composition offers good formability and consistent thickness, making it practical for shimming conveyor systems, pump bases, motor mounts, and general precision alignment tasks. Sheets can be cut with tin snips or a shim stock cutter. The 18-inch by 6-inch format works well for bench and field service tasks where a pre-sized flat sheet is preferred over roll stock.

Key Features

• 0.003 inch thickness for fine-tolerance shimming and spacing
• 1008/1010 low carbon steel for consistent formability and machinability
• 18 inch x 6 inch sheet size allows easy field trimming to required dimensions
• Flat sheet format eliminates curl and memory issues common to roll stock
• 10 sheets per package for job-site convenience

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose shim stock sheet for mechanical alignment and spacing applications across industrial and maintenance service environments where 0.003 inch low carbon steel sheet material is required.

Installation Notes

Shim stock installation is typically performed by machinists, millwrights, or maintenance mechanics. Always de-energize and lock out equipment before shimming machinery bases or drive components. Sheets can be trimmed using tin snips, aviation shears, or dedicated shim cutters. Wear cut-resistant gloves when handling and cutting metal shim stock, as edges can be sharp.