Precision Brand 16949 Flat Sheet Shim Stock Steel 0.015in

Product Description

The PRECISION BRAND 16949 is a flat sheet shim stock manufactured from steel, designed for precision shimming, spacing, and alignment applications in mechanical and industrial service work. At 0.015 inches thick, this shim stock provides consistent material gauge for close-tolerance adjustments. Each sheet measures 12 inches long by 8 inches wide, giving technicians ample material to cut, trim, or stack as the application demands. This product ships in a package of 5 sheets. It is well suited to HVAC, plumbing, mechanical contracting, and general maintenance trades where precise component alignment or gap filling is required.

Flat sheet shim stock in steel is a standard material used across commercial and residential mechanical installations. Technicians use it when installing equipment bases, aligning flanges, leveling machinery, or filling gaps between mating surfaces. The steel construction makes it appropriate for applications that require moderate rigidity and resistance to compression under load. Each sheet can be cut with shears or a utility knife to the required shape and size on the job site.

Key Features

• 0.015 inches nominal thickness for precise gap and spacing control
• Sheet dimensions of 12 inches x 8 inches provide flexible cut-to-size material
• Steel construction offers rigidity and compression resistance
• Package of 5 sheets per order to support multi-point shimming tasks
• Flat sheet format allows field trimming with standard hand tools

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose flat sheet shim stock suitable for mechanical alignment, spacing, and leveling tasks across HVAC, plumbing, and industrial maintenance applications.

Installation Notes

Shim stock installation is typically performed by licensed mechanical contractors, HVAC technicians, or millwrights during equipment alignment or base-setting procedures. Always de-energize and lock out equipment before shimming rotating machinery or electrical components. Use appropriate metal-cutting shears or snips to cut steel shim stock to size; cut edges may be sharp and should be deburred before handling. Follow applicable mechanical codes and equipment manufacturer guidelines when determining required shim thickness and stack height.