Precision Brand 16855 Shim Stock 0.007 in 18x6 in Steel 10 Pc

Product Description

The PRECISION BRAND 16855 is a low carbon steel shim stock sheet used for precision spacing, alignment, and gap-filling in mechanical assemblies. At 0.007 inches thick and cut to 18 inches long by 6 inches wide, this sheet provides machinists, millwrights, and maintenance technicians with a versatile flat stock for shimming bearings, machinery bases, flanges, and other close-tolerance applications. Each package contains 10 sheets of 1008/1010 low carbon steel, offering consistent material properties and good machinability across the lot. The thin gauge makes it easy to cut or stack to achieve target clearances without machining.

This shim stock is suited for industrial and commercial maintenance environments where precise component alignment is required. Common applications include leveling machinery bases, setting bearing clearances, aligning pump or motor flanges, and filling gaps in fabrication and assembly work. The 18 x 6 inch sheet size gives technicians enough material to cut custom shim profiles on the job. The 1008/1010 low carbon steel grade is a standard choice where moderate strength, easy forming, and weldability are needed.

Key Features

• 0.007 inch thickness for fine-tolerance shimming and stacking applications
• 18 x 6 inch sheet size provides material for custom cut shims on site
• 1008/1010 low carbon steel construction for consistent machinability and formability
• 10-piece package supports multiple jobs or allows stacking to build up required clearances
• Flat sheet format is compatible with bench shears, aviation snips, and laser or waterjet cutting

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose flat shim stock sheet for use in industrial machinery alignment, fabrication, and mechanical assembly applications where 0.007 inch low carbon steel stock is specified.

Installation Notes

Shim stock installation is typically performed by millwrights, machinists, or maintenance technicians during equipment alignment or assembly procedures. Always de-energize and lock out equipment before placing or adjusting shims in a mechanical assembly. Cut shims using appropriate metal-cutting tools and deburr all edges before installation to prevent damage to mating surfaces. Handle thin gauge steel sheet carefully to avoid bends or distortion that could affect achieved tolerances.