Precision Brand 16885 Steel Shim Stock 0.015 in 18x6 in 10 Pc

Product Description

The PRECISION BRAND 16885 is a flat shim stock sheet made from 1008/1010 low carbon steel, used for shimming, leveling, and spacing applications in mechanical and industrial settings. Each sheet measures 0.015 inches thick, 18 inches long, and 6 inches wide, giving technicians a workable surface for cutting custom shims to fit. At 4.93 pounds per package of 10 sheets, the material offers consistent thickness and surface flatness expected from precision shim stock. Machinists, millwrights, and maintenance mechanics rely on this grade of low carbon steel for its machinability and resistance to deformation under load.

This shim stock is suited for use in manufacturing, maintenance, and repair environments where precise gap control is required. Common applications include aligning machinery bases, leveling equipment, adjusting bearing fits, and filling gaps between mating surfaces. The 18-inch by 6-inch sheet size accommodates a range of custom-cut shim profiles. Each package contains 10 sheets, supporting both single-job use and repeat maintenance work in shop or field settings.

Key Features

• 1008/1010 low carbon steel construction for consistent machinability and formability
• 0.015 inch thickness provides a reliable reference dimension for precision shimming tasks
• 18 inch x 6 inch sheet size allows for cutting multiple shim profiles from a single piece
• Flat sheet format is compatible with shearing, snipping, or hand-cutting to required dimensions
• Package of 10 sheets supports high-volume or repeat maintenance applications

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose shim stock sheet for use in mechanical alignment, machinery leveling, and precision spacing applications across industrial and trade maintenance environments.

Installation Notes

Shim stock installation is typically performed by millwrights, maintenance mechanics, or precision machinists. Always de-energize and lock out equipment before shimming rotating or powered machinery. Use appropriate metal-cutting tools such as aviation snips or a shear to cut stock to the required profile. Edges after cutting may be sharp — deburr as needed before final fitment.